UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM N-CSR
CERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF REGISTERED
MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES
Investment Company Act file number: 811-02383
AB BOND FUND, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)
1345 Avenue of the Americas, New York, New York 10105
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip code)
Joseph J. Mantineo
AllianceBernstein L.P.
1345 Avenue of the Americas
New York, New York 10105
(Name and address of agent for service)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (800) 221-5672
Date of fiscal year end: October 31, 2023
Date of reporting period: April 30, 2023
ITEM 1. | REPORTS TO STOCKHOLDERS. |
APR 04.30.23
SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
AB ALL MARKET REAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
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Investment Products Offered | | • Are Not FDIC Insured • May Lose Value • Are Not Bank Guaranteed |
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
This shareholder report must be preceded or accompanied by the Fund’s prospectus for individuals who are not current shareholders of the Fund.
You may obtain a description of the Fund’s proxy voting policies and procedures, and information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30, without charge. Simply visit AB’s website at www.abfunds.com, or go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “Commission”) website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227 4618.
The Fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Commission for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The Fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the Commission’s website at www.sec.gov. AB publishes full portfolio holdings for the Fund monthly at www.abfunds.com.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (ABI) is the distributor of the AB family of mutual funds. ABI is a member of FINRA and is an affiliate of AllianceBernstein L.P., the Adviser of the funds.
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FROM THE PRESIDENT | | |
Dear Shareholder,
We’re pleased to provide this report for the AB All Market Real Return Portfolio (the “Fund”). Please review the discussion of Fund performance, the market conditions during the reporting period and the Fund’s investment strategy.
At AB, we’re striving to help our clients achieve better outcomes by:
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Thank you for your investment in AB mutual funds—and for placing your trust in our firm.
Sincerely,
Onur Erzan
President and Chief Executive Officer, AB Mutual Funds
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SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
June 8, 2023
This report provides management’s discussion of fund performance for the AB All Market Real Return Portfolio for the semi-annual reporting period ended April 30, 2023.
The Fund’s investment objective is to maximize real return over inflation.
NAV RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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AB ALL MARKET REAL RETURN PORTFOLIO | | | | | | | | |
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Class 1 Shares1 | | | 3.73% | | | | -7.63% | |
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Class 2 Shares1 | | | 3.91% | | | | -7.37% | |
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Class A Shares | | | 3.72% | | | | -7.69% | |
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Class C Shares | | | 3.38% | | | | -8.33% | |
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Advisor Class Shares2 | | | 3.73% | | | | -7.50% | |
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Class R Shares2 | | | 3.51% | | | | -8.04% | |
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Class K Shares2 | | | 3.63% | | | | -7.82% | |
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Class I Shares2 | | | 3.84% | | | | -7.44% | |
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Class Z Shares2 | | | 3.84% | | | | -7.43% | |
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MSCI AC World Commodity Producers Index (net) | | | 5.60% | | | | 6.36% | |
1 | Class 1 shares are only available to Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts. Class 2 shares are only available to the Adviser’s institutional clients or through other limited arrangements. |
2 | Please note that these share classes are for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
INVESTMENT RESULTS
The table above shows the Fund’s performance compared with its benchmark, the Morgan Stanley Capital International All Country (“MSCI AC”) World Commodity Producers Index (net), for the six- and 12-month periods ended April 30, 2023.
All share classes of the Fund underperformed the benchmark for both periods, before sales charges. During the six-month period, the strategic allocation detracted overall, relative to the benchmark, as commodity futures underperformed commodity producers notably. Security selection within commodity equities was additive, as was positive selection within real estate. With respect to tactical shifts, the Fund’s underweight allocation to real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) detracted.
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For the 12-month period, the strategic allocation detracted overall, as commodity futures, REITs and inflation-sensitive equities underperformed commodity producers. Security selection within commodity futures and REITs was positive, while selection within inflation-sensitive equities was negative. The Fund’s tactical underweight to REITs contributed, while a tactical underweight to commodity producers detracted.
The Fund used derivatives for hedging and investment purposes in the form of futures and inflation swaps, which detracted from absolute returns for both periods, while currency forwards and total return swaps detracted for the six-month period and added for the 12-month period.
MARKET REVIEW AND INVESTMENT STRATEGY
US, international and emerging-market stocks rose during the six-month period ended April 30, 2023, despite bouts of volatility, as central banks—led by the US Federal Reserve (the “Fed”)—continued to fight inflation by rapidly tightening monetary policy. Equity markets rallied amid some early signs of easing inflationary pressures, but strong global economic data created uncertainty around the depth of the disinflationary process and prompted concern over the Fed’s higher-for-longer messaging. China’s rapid rollback of its zero-COVID restrictions in December and its pro-growth policy pivot benefited global stocks—especially emerging-market stocks. At the end of the period, the collapse of several banks and the potential for broader financial contagion drove stocks lower. Stocks recovered some losses after the banking crisis was contained and US inflation data came in softer than expected, raising speculation that the Fed might be near the end of its rate-hike cycle. Within large-cap markets, both growth- and value-oriented stocks rose for the period. Growth stocks outperformed value stocks significantly on a relative basis as technology stocks continued to rebound on positive first-quarter 2023 earnings reports and speculation that the Fed might soon pivot. Large-cap stocks rose in absolute terms and outperformed small-cap stocks, which declined.
Inflation assets were mixed over the six- and 12-month periods ended April 30, 2023. Commodities fell meaningfully over both periods as the asset classes faced headwinds related to concerns regarding a slowdown in growth amid restrictive monetary policy. Energy, and in particular natural gas, was under significant selling pressure in the recent period as a result of mild winter weather in Europe and a subsequent reduction in demand. Amid a rising interest rate environment, REITs posted significantly negative returns over the 12-month period. However, REITs posted positive returns over the six-month period as concerns regarding rising interest rates began to abate. Elsewhere, inflation swaps were modestly negative over both periods, while infrastructure was modestly negative over the 12-month period, but notably positive over the six-month period.
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The Fund’s Senior Investment Management Team continues to look for sources of value via asset allocation shifts, active security selection, risk overlay strategies and currency management. The Fund uses a blend of quantitative and fundamental research in order to determine overall portfolio risk, allocate risk across major real asset classes and identify idiosyncratic opportunities.
INVESTMENT POLICIES
The Fund seeks to maximize real return. Real return is the rate of return after adjusting for inflation. The Fund pursues an aggressive investment strategy involving a variety of asset classes. The Fund invests primarily in instruments that the Adviser expects to outperform broad equity indices during periods of rising inflation. Under normal circumstances, the Fund expects to invest its assets principally in the following instruments that, in the judgment of the Adviser, are affected directly or indirectly by the level and change in rate of inflation: inflation-indexed fixed-income securities, such as Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (“TIPS”) and similar bonds issued by governments outside of the United States; commodities; commodity-related equity securities; real estate equity securities; inflation-sensitive equity securities, which the Fund defines as equity securities of companies that the Adviser believes have the ability to pass along increasing costs to consumers and maintain or grow margins in rising inflation environments, including equity securities of utilities and infrastructure-related companies (“inflation-sensitive equities”); securities and derivatives linked to the price of other assets (such as commodities, stock indices and real estate); and currencies. The Fund expects its investments in fixed-income securities to have a broad range of maturities and quality levels.
The Fund seeks inflation protection from investments around the globe, both in developed- and emerging-market countries. In selecting securities for purchase and sale, the Adviser utilizes its qualitative and quantitative resources to determine overall inflation sensitivity, asset allocation and security selection. The Adviser assesses the securities’ risks and inflation sensitivity as well as the securities’ impact on the overall risks and inflation sensitivity of the Fund. When its analysis indicates that changes are necessary, the Adviser intends to implement them through a combination of changes to underlying positions and the use of inflation swaps and other types of derivatives, such as interest rate swaps.
The Fund anticipates that its targeted investment mix, other than its investments in inflation-indexed fixed-income securities, will focus on commodity-related equity securities, commodities and commodity
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derivatives, real estate equity securities and inflation-sensitive equities to provide a balance between expected return and inflation protection. The Fund may vary its investment allocations among these asset classes, at times significantly. Its commodities investments will include significant exposure to energy commodities, but will also include agricultural products, and industrial and precious metals, such as gold. The Fund’s investments in real estate equity securities will include REITs and other real estate-related securities.
The Fund invests in both US and non-US dollar-denominated equity or fixed-income securities. The Fund may invest in currencies for hedging or investment purposes, both in the spot market and through long or short positions in currency-related derivatives. The Fund does not ordinarily expect to hedge its foreign currency exposure because it will be balanced by investments in US dollar-denominated securities, although it may hedge the exposure under certain circumstances.
The Fund may enter into derivatives, such as options, futures contracts, forwards, swaps or structured notes, to a significant extent, subject to the limits of applicable law. The Fund intends to use leverage for investment purposes through the use of cash made available by derivatives transactions to make other investments in accordance with its investment policies. In determining when and to what extent to employ leverage or enter into derivatives transactions, the Adviser considers factors such as the relative risks and returns expected of potential investments and the cost of such transactions. The Adviser considers the impact of derivatives in making its assessments of the Fund’s risks. The resulting exposures to markets, sectors, issuers or specific securities will be continuously monitored by the Adviser.
The Fund may seek to gain exposure to physical commodities traded in the commodities markets through use of a variety of derivative instruments, including investments in commodity index-linked notes. The Adviser expects that the Fund will seek to gain exposure to commodities and commodity-related instruments and derivatives primarily through investments in AllianceBernstein Cayman Inflation Strategy, Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of the Fund organized under the laws of the Cayman Islands (the “Subsidiary”). The Subsidiary is advised by the Adviser and has the same investment objective and substantially similar investment policies and restrictions as the Fund except that the Subsidiary, unlike the Fund, may invest, without limitation, in commodities and commodity-related instruments. The Fund is subject to the risks associated with the commodities, derivatives and other instruments in which the Subsidiary invests, to the extent of its investment in the Subsidiary. The Fund limits its investment in the
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Subsidiary to no more than 25% of its net assets. Investment in the Subsidiary is expected to provide the Fund with commodity exposure within the limitations of federal tax requirements that apply to the Fund.
The Fund is “non-diversified”, which means that it may concentrate its assets in a smaller number of issuers than a diversified fund.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS
Benchmark Disclosure
The MSCI AC World Commodity Producers Index is unmanaged and does not reflect fees and expenses associated with the active management of a mutual fund portfolio. The MSCI AC World Commodity Producers Index is a free float-adjusted, market capitalization index designed to track the performance of global listed commodity producers, including emerging markets. Commodities sectors include: energy, grains, industrial metals, petroleum, precious metals and softs. MSCI makes no express or implied warranties or representations, and shall have no liability whatsoever with respect to any MSCI data contained herein. The MSCI data may not be further redistributed or used as a basis for other indices, any securities or financial products. This report is not approved, reviewed or produced by MSCI. Net returns include the reinvestment of dividends after deduction of non-US withholding tax. An investor cannot invest directly in an index, and its results are not indicative of the performance for any specific investment, including the Fund.
A Word About Risk
Market Risk: The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the stock, commodity and bond markets fluctuate. The value of the Fund’s investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
Credit Risk: An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security. Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings tend to have a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations.
Interest-Rate Risk: Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Commodity Risk: Investing in commodities and commodity-linked derivative instruments, either directly or through the Subsidiary, may subject the Fund to greater volatility than investments in traditional securities. The value of commodity-linked derivative instruments may be affected by changes in overall market movements, commodity index volatility, changes in interest rates, or factors affecting a particular industry or commodity, such as drought, floods, weather, livestock disease, embargoes, tariffs and international economic, political and regulatory developments.
Derivatives Risk: Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Leverage Risk: To the extent the Fund uses leveraging techniques, its net asset value (“NAV”) may be more volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of changes in interest rates and any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments.
Inflation Risk: This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities.
Illiquid Investments Risk: Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes and large positions. Foreign fixed-income securities may have more illiquid investments risk because secondary trading markets for these securities may be smaller and less well-developed and the securities may trade less frequently. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest-rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally go down.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
Foreign (Non-US) Risk: Investments in securities of non-US issuers may involve more risk than those of US issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Currency Risk: Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments or reduce its returns.
Subsidiary Risk: By investing in the Subsidiary, the Fund is indirectly exposed to the risks associated with the Subsidiary’s investments. The derivatives and other investments held by the Subsidiary are generally similar to those that are permitted to be held by the Fund and are subject to the same risks that apply to similar investments if held directly by the Fund. The Subsidiary is not registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), and, unless otherwise noted in the Fund’s prospectus, is not subject to all of the investor protections of the 1940 Act. However, the Fund wholly owns and controls the Subsidiary, and the Fund and the Subsidiary are managed by the Adviser, making it unlikely the Subsidiary will take actions contrary to the interests of the Fund or its shareholders.
Real Estate Risk: The Fund’s investments in real estate securities have many of the same risks as direct ownership of real estate, including the risk that the value of real estate could decline due to a variety of factors that affect the real estate market generally. Investments in REITs may have additional risks. REITs are dependent on the capability of their managers, may have limited diversification, and could be significantly affected by changes in taxes.
Non-Diversification Risk: The Fund may have more risk because it is “non-diversified”, meaning that it can invest more of its assets in a smaller number of issuers. Accordingly, changes in the value of a single security may have a more significant effect, either negative or positive, on the Fund’s NAV.
Management Risk: The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
These risks are fully discussed in the Fund’s prospectus. As with all investments, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
An Important Note About Historical Performance
The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate, so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Performance shown in this report represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by visiting www.abfunds.com. For Class 1 shares, go to www.bernstein.com and click on “Investments”, found in the footer, then “Mutual Fund Information—Mutual Fund Performance at a Glance.”
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com. For Class 1 shares, go to www.bernstein.com, click on “Investments”, found in the footer, then “Mutual Fund Information—Prospectuses, SAIs and Shareholder Reports.” Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
All fees and expenses related to the operation of the Fund have been deducted. NAV returns do not reflect sales charges; if sales charges were reflected, the Fund’s quoted performance would be lower. SEC returns reflect the applicable sales charges for each share class: a 4.25% maximum front-end sales charge for Class A shares and a 1% 1-year contingent deferred sales charge for Class C shares. Returns for the different share classes will vary due to different expenses associated with each class. Performance assumes reinvestment of distributions and does not account for taxes.
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE
AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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CLASS 1 SHARES1 | | | | | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -7.63% | | | | -7.63% | |
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5 Years | | | 4.19% | | | | 4.19% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.07% | | | | 1.07% | |
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CLASS 2 SHARES1 | | | | | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -7.37% | | | | -7.37% | |
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5 Years | | | 4.47% | | | | 4.47% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.33% | | | | 1.33% | |
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -7.69% | | | | -11.65% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.99% | | | | 3.10% | |
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10 Years | | | 0.91% | | | | 0.47% | |
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CLASS C SHARES | | | | | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -8.33% | | | | -9.19% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.25% | | | | 3.25% | |
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10 Years2 | | | 0.17% | | | | 0.17% | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES3 | | | | | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -7.50% | | | | -7.50% | |
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5 Years | | | 4.27% | | | | 4.27% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.17% | | | | 1.17% | |
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CLASS R SHARES3 | | | | | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -8.04% | | | | -8.04% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.70% | | | | 3.70% | |
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10 Years | | | 0.64% | | | | 0.64% | |
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CLASS K SHARES3 | | | | | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -7.82% | | | | -7.82% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.99% | | | | 3.99% | |
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10 Years | | | 0.91% | | | | 0.91% | |
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CLASS I SHARES3 | | | | | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -7.44% | | | | -7.44% | |
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5 Years | | | 4.42% | | | | 4.42% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.30% | | | | 1.30% | |
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CLASS Z SHARES3 | | | | | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -7.43% | | | | -7.43% | |
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5 Years | | | 4.44% | | | | 4.44% | |
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Since Inception4 | | | 1.90% | | | | 1.90% | |
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE (continued)
The Fund’s prospectus fee table shows the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios as 1.13%, 0.86%, 1.21%, 1.99%, 0.96%, 1.62%, 1.31%, 0.91% and 0.88% for Class 1, Class 2, Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I and Class Z shares, respectively, gross of any fee waivers or expense reimbursements. Contractual fee waivers and/or expense reimbursements reduced the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratio (excluding extraordinary expenses, interest expense, and acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest) to 1.55% and 1.30% for Class R and Class K shares, respectively. These waivers/reimbursements may not be terminated before January 31, 2024, and may be extended by the Adviser for additional one-year terms. Absent reimbursements or waivers, performance would have been lower. The Financial Highlights section of this report sets forth expense ratio data for the current reporting period; the expense ratios shown above may differ from the expense ratios in the Financial Highlights section since they are based on different time periods.
1 | Class 1 shares are only available to Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts. Class 2 shares are only available to the Adviser’s institutional clients or through other limited arrangements. These share classes do not carry front-end sales charges; therefore, their respective NAV and SEC returns are the same. |
2 | Assumes conversion of Class C shares into Class A shares after eight years. |
3 | These share classes are offered at NAV to eligible investors and their SEC returns are the same as their NAV returns. Please note that these share classes are for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
4 | Inception date: 1/31/2014. |
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE (continued)
SEC AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS
AS OF THE MOST RECENT CALENDAR QUARTER-END MARCH 31, 2023 (unaudited)
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CLASS 1 SHARES1 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -10.48% | |
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5 Years | | | 4.71% | |
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10 Years | | | 0.96% | |
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CLASS 2 SHARES1 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -10.26% | |
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5 Years | | | 4.98% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.22% | |
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -14.39% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.62% | |
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10 Years | | | 0.36% | |
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CLASS C SHARES | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -12.04% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.76% | |
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10 Years2 | | | 0.07% | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES3 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -10.31% | |
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5 Years | | | 4.81% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.07% | |
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CLASS R SHARES3 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -10.89% | |
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5 Years | | | 4.21% | |
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10 Years | | | 0.54% | |
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CLASS K SHARES3 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -10.64% | |
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5 Years | | | 4.51% | |
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10 Years | | | 0.81% | |
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CLASS I SHARES3 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -10.28% | |
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5 Years | | | 4.96% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.19% | |
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CLASS Z SHARES3 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -10.17% | |
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5 Years | | | 4.98% | |
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Since Inception4 | | | 1.85% | |
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1 | Class 1 shares are only available to Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts. Class 2 shares are only available to the Adviser’s institutional clients or through other limited arrangements. |
2 | Assumes conversion of Class C shares into Class A shares after eight years. |
3 | Please note that these share classes are for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
4 | Inception date: 1/31/2014. |
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE
(unaudited)
As a shareholder of a mutual fund, you may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
The Example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period as indicated below.
Actual Expenses
The table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The table below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed annual rate of return of 5% before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds by comparing this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads), or contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions. Therefore, the hypothetical example is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE (continued)
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| | Beginning Account Value November 1, 2022 | | | Ending Account Value April 30, 2023 | | | Expenses Paid During Period* | | | Annualized Expense Ratio* | | | Total Expenses Paid During Period+ | | | Total Annualized Expense Ratio+ | |
Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,037.20 | | | $ | 6.01 | | | | 1.19 | % | | $ | 6.16 | | | | 1.22 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,018.89 | | | $ | 5.96 | | | | 1.19 | % | | $ | 6.11 | | | | 1.22 | % |
Class C | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,033.80 | | | $ | 9.78 | | | | 1.94 | % | | $ | 9.93 | | | | 1.97 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,015.17 | | | $ | 9.69 | | | | 1.94 | % | | $ | 9.84 | | | | 1.97 | % |
Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,037.30 | | | $ | 4.75 | | | | 0.94 | % | | $ | 4.90 | | | | 0.97 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,020.13 | | | $ | 4.71 | | | | 0.94 | % | | $ | 4.86 | | | | 0.97 | % |
Class R | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,035.10 | | | $ | 7.72 | | | | 1.53 | % | | $ | 7.87 | | | | 1.56 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,017.21 | | | $ | 7.65 | | | | 1.53 | % | | $ | 7.80 | | | | 1.56 | % |
Class K | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,036.30 | | | $ | 6.41 | | | | 1.27 | % | | $ | 6.56 | | | | 1.30 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,018.50 | | | $ | 6.36 | | | | 1.27 | % | | $ | 6.51 | | | | 1.30 | % |
Class I | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,038.40 | | | $ | 4.25 | | | | 0.84 | % | | $ | 4.40 | | | | 0.87 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,020.63 | | | $ | 4.21 | | | | 0.84 | % | | $ | 4.36 | | | | 0.87 | % |
Class 1 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,037.30 | | | $ | 5.51 | | | | 1.09 | % | | $ | 5.66 | | | | 1.12 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,019.39 | | | $ | 5.46 | | | | 1.09 | % | | $ | 5.61 | | | | 1.12 | % |
Class 2 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,039.10 | | | $ | 3.89 | | | | 0.77 | % | | $ | 4.04 | | | | 0.80 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,020.98 | | | $ | 3.86 | | | | 0.77 | % | | $ | 4.01 | | | | 0.80 | % |
Class Z | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,038.40 | | | $ | 4.25 | | | | 0.84 | % | | $ | 4.40 | | | | 0.87 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,020.63 | | | $ | 4.21 | | | | 0.84 | % | | $ | 4.36 | | | | 0.87 | % |
* | Expenses are equal to the Fund’s annualized expense ratio, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 181/365 (to reflect the one-half year period). |
** | Assumes 5% annual return before expenses. |
+ | In connection with the Fund’s investments in affiliated/unaffiliated underlying portfolios, the Fund incurs no direct expenses, but bears proportionate shares of the fees and expenses (i.e., operating, administrative and investment advisory fees) of the affiliated/unaffiliated underlying portfolios. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its fees from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of certain acquired fund fees and expenses of the affiliated underlying portfolios. The Fund’s total expenses are equal to the classes’ annualized expense ratio plus the Fund’s pro rata share of the weighted average expense ratio of the affiliated/unaffiliated underlying portfolios in which it invests, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 181/365 (to reflect the one-half year period). |
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PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
PORTFOLIO STATISTICS
Net Assets ($mil): $912.7
1 | The portfolio breakdown is expressed as an approximate percentage of the Fund’s net assets inclusive of derivative exposure, based on the Adviser’s internal classification guidelines. |
2 | The Fund’s security type breakdown is expressed as a percentage of total investments (excluding security lending collateral) and may vary over time. The Fund also enters into derivative transactions, which may be used for hedging or investment purposes (see “Consolidated Portfolio of Investments” section of the report for additional details). |
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PORTFOLIO SUMMARY (continued)
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
TEN LARGEST HOLDINGS2
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Company | | U.S. $ Value | | | Percent of Net Assets | |
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Prologis, Inc. | | $ | 18,679,910 | | | | 2.0 | % |
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Exxon Mobil Corp. | | | 14,335,471 | | | | 1.6 | |
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Shell PLC | | | 14,295,106 | | | | 1.6 | |
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Equinix, Inc. | | | 11,397,019 | | | | 1.2 | |
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Public Storage | | | 9,521,830 | | | | 1.0 | |
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VanEck Gold Miners ETF/USA | | | 8,275,791 | | | | 0.9 | |
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Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd. | | | 7,249,632 | | | | 0.8 | |
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Apple, Inc. | | | 7,210,721 | | | | 0.8 | |
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Ventas, Inc. | | | 6,075,922 | | | | 0.7 | |
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EOG Resources, Inc. | | | 6,006,713 | | | | 0.7 | |
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| | $ | 103,048,115 | | | | 11.3 | % |
1 | The Fund’s country breakdown is expressed as a percentage of total investments (excluding security lending collateral) and may vary over time. The Fund also enters into derivative transactions, which may be used for hedging or investment purposes (see “Portfolio of Investments” section of the report for additional details). “Other” country weightings represent 0.6% or less in the following: Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Chile, Denmark, Finland, India, Ireland, Israel, Luxembourg, Mexico, New Zealand, Norway, Philippines, Russia, South Africa, South Korea, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, United Arab Emirates and Zambia. |
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CONSOLIDATED PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Company | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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COMMON STOCKS – 65.1% | | | | | | | | |
Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) – 21.5% | | | | | | | | |
Data Center REITs – 1.5% | | | | | | | | |
Digital Realty Trust, Inc. | | | 25,870 | | | $ | 2,565,011 | |
Equinix, Inc. | | | 15,740 | | | | 11,397,019 | |
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| | | | | | | 13,962,030 | |
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Diversified REITs – 1.6% | | | | | | | | |
Alexander & Baldwin, Inc. | | | 74,700 | | | | 1,436,481 | |
Armada Hoffler Properties, Inc. | | | 213,830 | | | | 2,506,088 | |
Charter Hall Long Wale REIT | | | 500,110 | | | | 1,447,709 | |
Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. | | | 122,400 | | | | 3,029,400 | |
Growthpoint Properties Ltd. | | | 1,670,022 | | | | 1,162,191 | |
ICADE | | | 41,270 | | | | 1,938,283 | |
Merlin Properties Socimi SA | | | 215,200 | | | | 1,902,755 | |
United Urban Investment Corp. | | | 1,311 | | | | 1,455,628 | |
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| | | | | | | 14,878,535 | |
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Health Care REITs – 1.6% | | | | | | | | |
Cofinimmo SA(a)(b) | | | 10,030 | | | | 958,213 | |
Medical Properties Trust, Inc. | | | 280,590 | | | | 2,460,774 | |
Physicians Realty Trust | | | 56,900 | | | | 820,498 | |
Ventas, Inc. | | | 126,450 | | | | 6,075,922 | |
Welltower, Inc. | | | 51,780 | | | | 4,102,012 | |
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| | | | | | | 14,417,419 | |
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Hotel & Resort REITs – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
CapitaLand Ascott Trust | | | 22,577 | | | | 18,330 | |
Invincible Investment Corp. | | | 5,056 | | | | 2,182,966 | �� |
Park Hotels & Resorts, Inc. | | | 155,060 | | | | 1,868,473 | |
RLJ Lodging Trust | | | 83,480 | | | | 843,148 | |
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| | | | | | | 4,912,917 | |
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Industrial REITs – 4.6% | | | | | | | | |
CapitaLand Ascendas REIT | | | 617,700 | | | | 1,329,243 | |
Centuria Industrial REIT(a) | | | 767,900 | | | | 1,596,929 | |
Dream Industrial Real Estate Investment Trust | | | 216,884 | | | | 2,375,583 | |
GLP J-Reit | | | 1,812 | | | | 2,070,346 | |
Mapletree Logistics Trust | | | 1,414,918 | | | | 1,851,659 | |
Mitsui Fudosan Logistics Park, Inc. | | | 530 | | | | 1,991,513 | |
Plymouth Industrial REIT, Inc. | | | 54,566 | | | | 1,104,416 | |
Prologis, Inc. | | | 149,141 | | | | 18,679,910 | |
Rexford Industrial Realty, Inc. | | | 53,920 | | | | 3,007,118 | |
Segro PLC | | | 425,862 | | | | 4,483,443 | |
STAG Industrial, Inc. | | | 100,740 | | | | 3,412,064 | |
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| | | | | | | 41,902,224 | |
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Multi-Family Residential REITs – 2.4% | | | | | | | | |
Equity Residential | | | 94,340 | | | | 5,967,005 | |
Essex Property Trust, Inc. | | | 22,530 | | | | 4,950,517 | |
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CONSOLIDATED PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Company | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Kenedix Residential Next Investment Corp. | | | 1,441 | | | $ | 2,260,727 | |
Killam Apartment Real Estate Investment Trust | | | 221,460 | | | | 2,750,985 | |
UDR, Inc. | | | 97,450 | | | | 4,027,608 | |
UNITE Group PLC (The) | | | 163,120 | | | | 1,968,251 | |
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| | | | | | | 21,925,093 | |
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Office REITs – 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. | | | 7,540 | | | | 936,317 | |
City Office REIT, Inc. | | | 268,600 | | | | 1,563,252 | |
Cousins Properties, Inc. | | | 129,185 | | | | 2,817,525 | |
Daiwa Office Investment Corp. | | | 275 | | | | 1,195,374 | |
Derwent London PLC | | | 48,990 | | | | 1,479,012 | |
Kenedix Office Investment Corp.(a) | | | 534 | | | | 1,180,582 | |
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| | | | | | | 9,172,062 | |
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Other Specialized REITs – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Iron Mountain, Inc. | | | 23,413 | | | | 1,293,334 | |
VICI Properties, Inc. | | | 176,160 | | | | 5,978,870 | |
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| | | | | | | 7,272,204 | |
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Retail REITs – 4.0% | | | | | | | | |
AEON REIT Investment Corp. | | | 926 | | | | 1,061,612 | |
Brixmor Property Group, Inc. | | | 143,990 | | | | 3,071,307 | |
CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust | | | 1,948,560 | | | | 2,975,331 | |
Crombie Real Estate Investment Trust | | | 104,210 | | | | 1,186,049 | |
Frasers Centrepoint Trust | | | 370,700 | | | | 615,981 | |
Japan Metropolitan Fund Invest | | | 1,784 | | | | 1,306,272 | |
Kite Realty Group Trust | | | 122,370 | | | | 2,535,506 | |
Link REIT(a) | | | 746,160 | | | | 4,880,548 | |
Mercialys SA | | | 75,428 | | | | 758,457 | |
NETSTREIT Corp. | | | 131,666 | | | | 2,398,954 | |
Phillips Edison & Co., Inc. | | | 84,040 | | | | 2,650,622 | |
Realty Income Corp. | | | 31,000 | | | | 1,948,040 | |
Region Re Ltd. | | | 534,710 | | | | 875,031 | |
Simon Property Group, Inc. | | | 28,743 | | | | 3,257,157 | |
SITE Centers Corp. | | | 270,720 | | | | 3,340,685 | |
Spirit Realty Capital, Inc. | | | 81,580 | | | | 3,137,567 | |
Waypoint REIT Ltd. | | | 316,250 | | | | 549,253 | |
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| | | | | | | 36,548,372 | |
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Self-Storage REITs – 1.8% | | | | | | | | |
Extra Space Storage, Inc. | | | 23,790 | | | | 3,617,032 | |
National Storage Affiliates Trust | | | 27,150 | | | | 1,046,632 | |
Public Storage | | | 32,296 | | | | 9,521,830 | |
Safestore Holdings PLC | | | 157,460 | | | | 1,962,790 | |
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| | | | | | | 16,148,284 | |
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Single-Family Residential REITs – 1.5% | | | | | | | | |
American Homes 4 Rent – Class A | | | 114,750 | | | | 3,816,585 | |
Equity LifeStyle Properties, Inc. | | | 36,560 | | | | 2,518,984 | |
Invitation Homes, Inc. | | | 73,210 | | | | 2,443,018 | |
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CONSOLIDATED PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Company | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Sun Communities, Inc. | | | 33,857 | | | $ | 4,703,753 | |
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| | | | | | | 13,482,340 | |
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Timber REITs – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Weyerhaeuser Co. | | | 43,048 | | | | 1,287,566 | |
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| | | | | | | 195,909,046 | |
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Energy – 8.4% | | | | | | | | |
Coal & Consumable Fuels – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Cameco Corp. | | | 19,456 | | | | 534,845 | |
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Integrated Oil & Gas – 5.9% | | | | | | | | |
BP PLC | | | 829,864 | | | | 5,567,553 | |
Cenovus Energy, Inc. | | | 9,907 | | | | 166,280 | |
Chevron Corp. | | | 30,541 | | | | 5,148,602 | |
Equinor ASA | | | 110,397 | | | | 3,178,442 | |
Exxon Mobil Corp. | | | 121,138 | | | | 14,335,471 | |
Gazprom PJSC(c)(d) | | | 818,956 | | | | – 0 | – |
LUKOIL PJSC(c)(d) | | | 20,541 | | | | – 0 | – |
Repsol SA | | | 333,667 | | | | 4,901,468 | |
Shell PLC | | | 465,212 | | | | 14,295,106 | |
Suncor Energy, Inc. | | | 29,990 | | | | 938,979 | |
TotalEnergies SE | | | 88,162 | | | | 5,633,544 | |
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| | | | | | | 54,165,445 | |
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Oil & Gas Drilling – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
China Oilfield Services Ltd. – Class H | | | 1,188,000 | | | | 1,397,354 | |
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Oil & Gas Equipment & Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Halliburton Co. | | | 23,008 | | | | 753,512 | |
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Oil & Gas Exploration & Production – 1.9% | | | | | | | | |
ConocoPhillips | | | 47,457 | | | | 4,882,851 | |
Coterra Energy, Inc. | | | 42,937 | | | | 1,099,187 | |
EOG Resources, Inc. | | | 50,278 | | | | 6,006,713 | |
Hess Corp. | | | 23,106 | | | | 3,351,756 | |
Texas Pacific Land Corp. | | | 296 | | | | 437,384 | |
Woodside Energy Group Ltd. | | | 65,919 | | | | 1,495,724 | |
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| | | | | | | 17,273,615 | |
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Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
HF Sinclair Corp. | | | 862 | | | | 38,023 | |
Marathon Petroleum Corp. | | | 10,720 | | | | 1,307,840 | |
Neste Oyj | | | 10,159 | | | | 492,350 | |
Valero Energy Corp. | | | 10,115 | | | | 1,159,887 | |
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| | | | | | | 2,998,100 | |
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| | | | | | | 77,122,871 | |
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Materials – 6.4% | | | | | | | | |
Aluminum – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Alcoa Corp. | | | 14,995 | | | | 556,914 | |
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CONSOLIDATED PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Company | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Norsk Hydro ASA | | | 75,374 | | | $ | 554,682 | |
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| | | | | | | 1,111,596 | |
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Commodity Chemicals – 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Beijing Haixin Energy Technology Co., Ltd. – Class A | | | 1,643,085 | | | | 860,046 | |
Corteva, Inc. | | | 30,242 | | | | 1,848,391 | |
Ecopro Co., Ltd. | | | 3,325 | | | | 1,826,170 | |
LG Chem Ltd. | | | 1,101 | | | | 611,587 | |
Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corp. | | | 53,400 | | | | 313,279 | |
W-Scope Corp.(a)(b) | | | 50,000 | | | | 415,337 | |
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| | | | | | | 5,874,810 | |
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Construction Materials – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
GCC SAB de CV | | | 178,867 | | | | 1,422,619 | |
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Copper – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Antofagasta PLC | | | 29,910 | | | | 550,135 | |
Capstone Mining Corp.(b) | | | 187,740 | | | | 882,683 | |
First Quantum Minerals Ltd. | | | 62,380 | | | | 1,515,703 | |
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| | | | | | | 2,948,521 | |
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Diversified Chemicals – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.(a) | | | 347,800 | | | | 1,175,293 | |
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Diversified Metals & Mining – 1.6% | | | | | | | | |
Anglo American PLC | | | 58,737 | | | | 1,809,932 | |
BHP Group Ltd. | | | 101,782 | | | | 3,020,633 | |
CMOC Group Ltd. – Class H(a) | | | 933,000 | | | | 571,950 | |
Glencore PLC | | | 570,576 | | | | 3,367,902 | |
Mineral Resources Ltd.(a) | | | 5,889 | | | | 290,508 | |
MMC Norilsk Nickel PJSC (ADR)(b)(c)(d) | | | 66,074 | | | | – 0 | – |
Rio Tinto PLC | | | 46,606 | | | | 2,962,853 | |
Teck Resources Ltd. – Class B | | | 44,342 | | | | 2,066,259 | |
Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt Co., Ltd. – Class A | | | 65,770 | | | | 495,504 | |
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| | | | | | | 14,585,541 | |
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Fertilizers & Agricultural Chemicals – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
CF Industries Holdings, Inc. | | | 29,427 | | | | 2,106,385 | |
OCI NV(a) | | | 42,067 | | | | 1,108,479 | |
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| | | | | | | 3,214,864 | |
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Forest Products – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Interfor Corp.(b) | | | 20,471 | | | | 321,226 | |
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Gold – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd. | | | 39,157 | | | | 2,221,358 | |
Barrick Gold Corp. | | | 114,476 | | | | 2,179,623 | |
Endeavour Mining PLC | | | 98,025 | | | | 2,534,933 | |
Regis Resources Ltd.(b) | | | 504,296 | | | | 713,546 | |
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| | | | | | | 7,649,460 | |
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CONSOLIDATED PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Company | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Industrial Gases – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Air Liquide SA | | | 3,570 | | | $ | 642,208 | |
Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. | | | 2,023 | | | | 595,490 | |
Linde PLC | | | 1,646 | | | | 608,115 | |
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| | | | | | | 1,845,813 | |
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Paper Products – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Suzano SA | | | 76,300 | | | | 608,834 | |
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Specialty Chemicals – 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Albemarle Corp. | | | 3,067 | | | | 568,806 | |
Covestro AG(b)(e) | | | 26,042 | | | | 1,142,474 | |
Danimer Scientific, Inc.(a)(b) | | | 317,399 | | | | 1,002,981 | |
Ecolab, Inc. | | | 3,069 | | | | 515,101 | |
Evonik Industries AG | | | 42,743 | | | | 932,929 | |
Ganfeng Lithium Group Co., Ltd – Class A | | | 62,180 | | | | 585,164 | |
IMCD NV | | | 3,351 | | | | 504,457 | |
Johnson Matthey PLC | | | 28,979 | | | | 715,888 | |
Livent Corp.(b) | | | 30,483 | | | | 666,054 | |
Shanghai Putailai New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. – Class A | | | 76,220 | | | | 576,184 | |
Sika AG (REG) | | | 1,643 | | | | 453,834 | |
Umicore SA(a) | | | 18,709 | | | | 614,133 | |
Wacker Chemie AG | | | 4,565 | | | | 705,984 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 8,983,989 | |
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Steel – 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
APERAM SA | | | 31,138 | | | | 1,154,515 | |
ArcelorMittal SA | | | 104,872 | | | | 2,979,376 | |
Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc.(b) | | | 16,648 | | | | 256,046 | |
Commercial Metals Co. | | | 13,744 | | | | 641,707 | |
Fortescue Metals Group Ltd. | | | 32,506 | | | | 454,812 | |
JFE Holdings, Inc. | | | 50,800 | | | | 600,979 | |
Nippon Steel Corp.(a) | | | 20,800 | | | | 444,234 | |
Steel Dynamics, Inc. | | | 9,861 | | | | 1,025,051 | |
Vale SA (Sponsored ADR) | | | 100,293 | | | | 1,445,222 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 9,001,942 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 58,744,508 | |
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Capital Goods – 5.3% | | | | | | | | |
Aerospace & Defense – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
BAE Systems PLC | | | 110,072 | | | | 1,402,315 | |
Hexcel Corp. | | | 9,815 | | | | 707,465 | |
Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. | | | 4,752 | | | | 958,289 | |
Kongsberg Gruppen ASA | | | 7,667 | | | | 344,369 | |
Rheinmetall AG | | | 1,855 | | | | 543,316 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,955,754 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Building Products – 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
A O Smith Corp. | | | 9,345 | | | | 638,170 | |
Carrier Global Corp. | | | 15,181 | | | | 634,869 | |
Cie de Saint-Gobain | | | 18,167 | | | | 1,051,773 | |
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Company | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Kingspan Group PLC | | | 9,842 | | | $ | 682,048 | |
Lennox International, Inc. | | | 2,110 | | | | 594,830 | |
Nibe Industrier AB – Class B | | | 42,067 | | | | 471,019 | |
Owens Corning | | | 19,404 | | | | 2,072,542 | |
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corp. | | | 29,311 | | | | 631,652 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 6,776,903 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Construction & Engineering – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
ACS Actividades de Construccion y Servicios SA | | | 41,384 | | | | 1,422,881 | |
Arcosa, Inc. | | | 16,060 | | | | 1,084,692 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,507,573 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Construction Machinery & Heavy Transportation Equipment – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Caterpillar, Inc. | | | 861 | | | | 188,387 | |
Cummins, Inc. | | | 4,991 | | | | 1,173,084 | |
PACCAR, Inc. | | | 7,991 | | | | 596,848 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,958,319 | |
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Electrical Components & Equipment – 1.4% | | | | | | | | |
ABB Ltd. (REG) | | | 11,761 | | | | 424,262 | |
Acuity Brands, Inc. | | | 7,208 | | | | 1,134,395 | |
Advent Technologies Holdings, Inc.(b) | | | 352,284 | | | | 267,736 | |
Ballard Power Systems, Inc.(b) | | | 103,664 | | | | 458,314 | |
Beijing Easpring Material Technology Co., Ltd. – Class A | | | 74,769 | | | | 579,684 | |
Blink Charging Co.(a)(b) | | | 36,628 | | | | 261,158 | |
Camel Group Co., Ltd. – Class A | | | 597,100 | | | | 823,403 | |
Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. – Class A | | | 17,460 | | | | 584,257 | |
EnerSys | | | 9,284 | | | | 770,293 | |
First Solar, Inc.(b) | | | 3,948 | | | | 720,826 | |
FuelCell Energy, Inc.(a)(b) | | | 162,083 | | | | 304,716 | |
Gotion High-tech Co., Ltd. – Class A | | | 141,900 | | | | 564,710 | |
Hubbell, Inc. | | | 2,725 | | | | 733,897 | |
Legrand SA | | | 7,247 | | | | 685,957 | |
nVent Electric PLC | | | 17,182 | | | | 720,441 | |
Plug Power, Inc.(b) | | | 41,317 | | | | 373,093 | |
Prysmian SpA | | | 19,262 | | | | 788,310 | |
Signify NV(e) | | | 30,099 | | | | 1,005,199 | |
SunPower Corp.(a)(b) | | | 40,749 | | | | 538,702 | |
Sunrun, Inc.(b) | | | 39,570 | | | | 832,553 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 12,571,906 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Heavy Electrical Equipment – 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Bloom Energy Corp. – Class A(a)(b) | | | 22,740 | | | | 378,621 | |
CS Wind Corp. | | | 10,715 | | | | 606,620 | |
ITM Power PLC(a)(b) | | | 469,795 | | | | 462,348 | |
Ming Yang Smart Energy Group Ltd. – Class A | | | 188,896 | | | | 564,988 | |
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NARI Technology Co., Ltd. – Class A | | | 159,009 | | | $ | 601,055 | |
NEL ASA(a)(b) | | | 264,586 | | | | 363,604 | |
Nordex SE(b) | | | 40,545 | | | | 488,290 | |
Siemens Energy AG(b) | | | 47,906 | | | | 1,175,810 | |
TPI Composites, Inc.(b) | | | 47,576 | | | | 588,039 | |
Vestas Wind Systems A/S(b) | | | 21,874 | | | | 605,266 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 5,834,641 | |
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Industrial Conglomerates – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
General Electric Co. | | | 9,306 | | | | 921,015 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Industrial Machinery & Supplies & Components – 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Chart Industries, Inc.(b) | | | 5,427 | | | | 722,334 | |
Energy Recovery, Inc.(b) | | | 21,189 | | | | 477,388 | |
Illinois Tool Works, Inc. | | | 6,145 | | | | 1,486,721 | |
John Bean Technologies Corp. | | | 6,433 | | | | 699,332 | |
McPhy Energy SA(b) | | | 27,992 | | | | 379,760 | |
Mueller Industries, Inc. | | | 9,856 | | | | 708,154 | |
NGK Insulators Ltd. | | | 63,000 | | | | 790,765 | |
Pentair PLC | | | 14,374 | | | | 834,842 | |
Snap-on, Inc. | | | 5,266 | | | | 1,366,053 | |
SPX Technologies, Inc.(b) | | | 10,000 | | | | 636,800 | |
Watts Water Technologies, Inc. – Class A | | | 3,495 | | | | 565,246 | |
Xylem, Inc./NY | | | 5,179 | | | | 537,787 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 9,205,182 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Machinery – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
AGCO Corp. | | | 6,649 | | | | 824,077 | |
Deere & Co. | | | 1,629 | | | | 615,795 | |
Lindsay Corp. | | | 4,123 | | | | 497,811 | |
Toro Co. (The) | | | 4,913 | | | | 512,229 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,449,912 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Trading Companies & Distributors – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
United Rentals, Inc. | | | 3,032 | | | | 1,094,885 | |
WW Grainger, Inc. | | | 1,966 | | | | 1,367,491 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,462,376 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 48,643,581 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Real Estate Management & Development – 4.4% | | | | | | | | |
Diversified Real Estate Activities – 1.8% | | | | | | | | |
Ayala Land, Inc. | | | 3,195,600 | | | | 1,544,437 | |
City Developments Ltd. | | | 117,000 | | | | 612,061 | |
Daito Trust Construction Co., Ltd. | | | 12,100 | | | | 1,146,810 | |
Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd. | | | 365,000 | | | | 7,249,632 | |
Sun Hung Kai Properties Ltd. | | | 405,000 | | | | 5,638,929 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 16,191,869 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Real Estate Development – 1.1% | | | | | | | | |
China Overseas Land & Investment Ltd. | | | 800,000 | | | | 2,028,914 | |
China Resources Land Ltd. | | | 940,000 | | | | 4,377,350 | |
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CK Asset Holdings Ltd. | | | 173,000 | | | $ | 1,022,970 | |
Emaar Properties PJSC | | | 927,700 | | | | 1,504,044 | |
Instone Real Estate Group SE(e) | | | 66,119 | | | | 529,013 | |
Megaworld Corp. | | | 20,741,000 | | | | 750,593 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 10,212,884 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Real Estate Operating Companies – 1.4% | | | | | | | | |
Azrieli Group Ltd. | | | 16,810 | | | | 980,295 | |
CA Immobilien Anlagen AG(b) | | | 51,889 | | | | 1,505,386 | |
Capitaland Investment Ltd./Singapore(a) | | | 396,000 | | | | 1,108,493 | |
Central Pattana PCL | | | 351,300 | | | | 702,019 | |
CTP NV(a)(e) | | | 179,379 | | | | 2,353,541 | |
Shurgard Self Storage Ltd. | | | 28,490 | | | | 1,473,123 | |
TAG Immobilien AG | | | 73,430 | | | | 628,775 | |
Vonovia SE | | | 50,524 | | | | 1,095,791 | |
Wihlborgs Fastigheter AB | | | 351,570 | | | | 2,841,719 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 12,689,142 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Real Estate Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield(b) | | | 17,310 | | | | 928,266 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 40,022,161 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Utilities – 3.0% | | | | | | | | |
Electric Utilities – 0.9% | | | | | | | | |
Avangrid, Inc. | | | 25,296 | | | | 1,018,417 | |
Constellation Energy Corp. | | | 1 | | | | 77 | |
Enel SpA | | | 520,664 | | | | 3,557,236 | |
Exelon Corp. | | | 15,976 | | | | 678,021 | |
Iberdrola SA | | | 54,540 | | | | 706,735 | |
NextEra Energy, Inc. | | | 5,766 | | | | 441,849 | |
NRG Energy, Inc. | | | 22,088 | | | | 754,747 | |
Orsted AS(e) | | | 5,438 | | | | 488,061 | |
SSE PLC | | | 30,514 | | | | 704,054 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 8,349,197 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Gas Utilities – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
APA Group | | | 242,300 | | | | 1,654,286 | |
Naturgy Energy Group SA | | | 15,009 | | | | 467,325 | |
UGI Corp. | | | 32,348 | | | | 1,095,950 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,217,561 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers – 0.9% | | | | | | | | |
Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure PLC | | | 24,600 | | | | 654,852 | |
Azure Power Global Ltd.(a)(b) | | | 142,825 | | | | 308,502 | |
Boralex, Inc. – Class A | | | 20,590 | | | | 600,292 | |
Brookfield Renewable Corp. – Class A | | | 22,949 | | | | 766,802 | |
China Longyuan Power Group Corp. Ltd. – Class H | | | 407,000 | | | | 427,132 | |
Clearway Energy, Inc. – Class A | | | 17,205 | | | | 498,601 | |
EDP Renovaveis SA(b) | | | 32,479 | | | | 721,933 | |
Innergex Renewable Energy, Inc. | | | 60,590 | | | | 621,619 | |
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Company | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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NextEra Energy Partners LP | | | 9,777 | | | $ | 562,275 | |
Northland Power, Inc. | | | 24,890 | | | | 611,021 | |
Ormat Technologies, Inc. | | | 5,995 | | | | 514,431 | |
Solaria Energia y Medio Ambiente SA(b) | | | 32,222 | | | | 508,357 | |
TransAlta Renewables, Inc.(a) | | | 81,080 | | | | 757,030 | |
Xinyi Energy Holdings Ltd.(a)(d) | | | 1,572,000 | | | | 439,849 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 7,992,696 | |
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Independent Power Producers & Energy Traders – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
AES Corp. (The) | | | 20,918 | | | | 494,920 | |
Drax Group PLC | | | 104,310 | | | | 825,353 | |
ERG SpA | | | 24,043 | | | | 726,055 | |
Guangxi Guiguan Electric Power Co., Ltd. – Class A | | | 701,400 | | | | 561,602 | |
RWE AG(b) | | | 15,760 | | | | 738,927 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,346,857 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Multi-Utilities – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. | | | 108,749 | | | | 924,670 | |
E.ON SE | | | 57,033 | | | | 754,418 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,679,088 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Water Utilities – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
American States Water Co. | | | 4,080 | | | | 362,100 | |
American Water Works Co., Inc. | | | 3,375 | | | | 500,344 | |
Beijing Enterprises Water Group Ltd. | | | 2,668,000 | | | | 677,501 | |
California Water Service Group | | | 9,620 | | | | 539,489 | |
Middlesex Water Co. | | | 4,411 | | | | 321,915 | |
SJW Group | | | 8,192 | | | | 621,937 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,023,286 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 27,608,685 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Software & Services – 1.8% | | | | | | | | |
Application Software – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Autodesk, Inc.(b) | | | 1,694 | | | | 329,974 | |
Cadence Design Systems, Inc.(b) | | | 6,901 | | | | 1,445,415 | |
Dropbox, Inc. – Class A(b) | | | 56,193 | | | | 1,142,966 | |
Roper Technologies, Inc. | | | 2,026 | | | | 921,384 | |
Salesforce, Inc.(b) | | | 2,779 | | | | 551,270 | |
Zoom Video Communications, Inc. – Class A(b) | | | 2,729 | | | | 167,643 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,558,652 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Internet Services & Infrastructure – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
VeriSign, Inc.(b) | | | 6,025 | | | | 1,336,345 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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IT Consulting & Other Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
CGI, Inc.(b) | | | 7,681 | | | | 779,580 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Systems Software – 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.(b) | | | 649 | | | | 82,657 | |
CyberArk Software Ltd.(b) | | | 708 | | | | 88,217 | |
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Company | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Fortinet, Inc.(b) | | | 19,702 | | | $ | 1,242,211 | |
Microsoft Corp. | | | 18,883 | | | | 5,801,990 | |
Palo Alto Networks, Inc.(b) | | | 7,351 | | | | 1,341,263 | |
ServiceNow, Inc.(b) | | | 1,885 | | | | 866,007 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 9,422,345 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 16,096,922 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology – 1.7% | | | | | | | | |
Biotechnology – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
AbbVie, Inc. | | | 8,197 | | | | 1,238,731 | |
Amgen, Inc. | | | 3,840 | | | | 920,601 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,159,332 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Life Sciences Tools & Services – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Danaher Corp. | | | 2,886 | | | | 683,722 | |
Eurofins Scientific SE | | | 11,005 | | | | 768,697 | |
Mettler-Toledo International, Inc.(b) | | | 886 | | | | 1,321,469 | |
Waters Corp.(b) | | | 5,932 | | | | 1,781,736 | |
WuXi AppTec Co., Ltd. Class H(a)(e) | | | 26,000 | | | | 228,668 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,784,292 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Pharmaceuticals – 0.9% | | | | | | | | |
Bayer AG (REG) | | | 15,558 | | | | 1,026,770 | |
Elanco Animal Health, Inc.(b) | | | 92,099 | | | | 872,178 | |
Eli Lilly & Co. | | | 5,843 | | | | 2,313,010 | |
Novo Nordisk A/S – Class B | | | 12,429 | | | | 2,067,618 | |
Pfizer, Inc. | | | 35,779 | | | | 1,391,445 | |
Zoetis, Inc. | | | 3,533 | | | | 621,031 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 8,292,052 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 15,235,676 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Food Beverage & Tobacco – 1.7% | | | | | | | | |
Agricultural Products & Services – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Archer-Daniels-Midland Co. | | | 16,021 | | | | 1,250,919 | |
Bunge Ltd. | | | 12,245 | | | | 1,146,132 | |
Darling Ingredients, Inc.(b) | | | 11,703 | | | | 697,148 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,094,199 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Brewers – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Heineken Holding NV | | | 14,236 | | | | 1,366,388 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Packaged Foods & Meats – 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Danone SA | | | 12,486 | | | | 826,369 | |
Hershey Co. (The) | | | 3,357 | | | | 916,662 | |
Hormel Foods Corp. | | | 11,929 | | | | 482,409 | |
JBS SA | | | 230,100 | | | | 825,773 | |
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. | | | 12,577 | | | | 1,406,234 | |
Maple Leaf Foods, Inc. | | | 35,697 | | | | 731,409 | |
Marfrig Global Foods SA | | | 783,900 | | | | 1,023,134 | |
Mowi ASA | | | 40,981 | | | | 781,888 | |
Pilgrim’s Pride Corp.(b) | | | 31,149 | | | | 710,509 | |
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Sao Martinho SA | | | 129,600 | | | $ | 815,879 | |
Tyson Foods, Inc. – Class A | | | 14,991 | | | | 936,788 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 9,457,054 | |
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Tobacco – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Imperial Brands PLC | | | 51,630 | | | | 1,278,053 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 15,195,694 | |
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Technology Hardware & Equipment – 1.4% | | | | | | | | |
Communications Equipment – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
F5, Inc.(b) | | | 2,277 | | | | 305,938 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Electronic Components – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Samsung SDI Co., Ltd. | | | 957 | | | | 496,656 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Electronic Equipment & Instruments – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Itron, Inc.(b) | | | 10,451 | | | | 558,084 | |
Landis+Gyr Group AG(b) | | | 11,141 | | | | 923,010 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,481,094 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Technology Distributors – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Arrow Electronics, Inc.(b) | | | 1,449 | | | | 165,809 | |
CDW Corp./DE | | | 7,100 | | | | 1,204,089 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,369,898 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals – 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Apple, Inc. | | | 42,496 | | | | 7,210,721 | |
NetApp, Inc. | | | 10,571 | | | | 664,810 | |
Ricoh Co., Ltd. | | | 167,200 | | | | 1,384,370 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 9,259,901 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 12,913,487 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Banks – 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Diversified Banks – 0.9% | | | | | | | | |
Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria SA | | | 196,467 | | | | 1,438,332 | |
Banco Santander SA(a) | | | 275,922 | | | | 969,335 | |
Barclays PLC | | | 176,227 | | | | 354,994 | |
Commerzbank AG(b) | | | 97,159 | | | | 1,079,738 | |
FinecoBank Banca Fineco SpA | | | 43,763 | | | | 663,346 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | | | 3,232 | | | | 446,792 | |
NatWest Group PLC | | | 98,495 | | | | 324,452 | |
Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp., Ltd. | | | 59,800 | | | | 565,761 | |
Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB – Class A | | | 52,824 | | | | 600,650 | |
Standard Chartered PLC | | | 154,415 | | | | 1,223,450 | |
Swedbank AB – Class A | | | 16,710 | | | | 290,360 | |
UniCredit SpA | | | 26,734 | | | | 529,747 | |
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| | | | | | | 8,486,957 | |
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Regional Banks – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Resona Holdings, Inc. | | | 138,100 | | | $ | 688,285 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 9,175,242 | |
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Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment – 0.9% | | | | | | | | |
Semiconductor Materials & Equipment – 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Applied Materials, Inc. | | | 13,054 | | | | 1,475,494 | |
ASML Holding NV | | | 1,357 | | | | 861,169 | |
Enphase Energy, Inc.(b) | | | 2,438 | | | | 400,319 | |
KLA Corp. | | | 2,887 | | | | 1,115,941 | |
SolarEdge Technologies, Inc.(b) | | | 1,782 | | | | 508,993 | |
Xinyi Solar Holdings Ltd. | | | 494,000 | | | | 531,098 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,893,014 | |
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Semiconductors – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Canadian Solar, Inc.(b) | | | 17,868 | | | | 668,620 | |
LONGi Green Energy Technology Co., Ltd. – Class A | | | 95,632 | | | | 483,077 | |
NVIDIA Corp. | | | 4,110 | | | | 1,140,484 | |
QUALCOMM, Inc. | | | 2,876 | | | | 335,917 | |
STMicroelectronics NV | | | 1,326 | | | | 56,722 | |
Wolfspeed, Inc.(a)(b) | | | 6,852 | | | | 318,961 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,003,781 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 7,896,795 | |
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Insurance – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Life & Health Insurance – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
iA Financial Corp., Inc. | | | 10,302 | | | | 691,261 | |
Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd. | | | 60,900 | | | | 501,324 | |
Japan Post Insurance Co., Ltd. | | | 59,300 | | | | 962,977 | |
Manulife Financial Corp. | | | 75,303 | | | | 1,486,774 | |
Principal Financial Group, Inc. | | | 15,056 | | | | 1,124,533 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,766,869 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Multi-line Insurance – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
American International Group, Inc. | | | 22,054 | | | | 1,169,744 | |
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| | |
Property & Casualty Insurance – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Fidelity National Financial, Inc. | | | 9,495 | | | | 336,977 | |
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Reinsurance – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Everest Re Group Ltd. | | | 3,630 | | | | 1,372,140 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 7,645,730 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Consumer Durables & Apparel – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Pandora A/S | | | 9,149 | | | | 846,848 | |
Swatch Group AG (The) | | | 941 | | | | 322,822 | |
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| | | | | | | 1,169,670 | |
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Consumer Electronics – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Panasonic Holdings Corp.(a) | | | 85,700 | | | $ | 807,189 | |
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Homebuilding – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Desarrolladora Homex SAB de CV(b) | | | 1,590 | | | | 2 | |
Ez Tec Empreendimentos e Participacoes SA | | | 275,500 | | | | 802,561 | |
Installed Building Products, Inc. | | | 4,706 | | | | 584,814 | |
Open House Group Co., Ltd. | | | 6,200 | | | | 247,831 | |
PulteGroup, Inc. | | | 23,140 | | | | 1,553,851 | |
Sekisui House Ltd. | | | 77,500 | | | | 1,593,295 | |
Urbi Desarrollos Urbanos SAB de CV(b) | | | 9 | | | | 3 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,782,357 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Leisure Products – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
BRP, Inc. | | | 4,064 | | | | 303,619 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 7,062,835 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Consumer Discretionary Distribution & Retail – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Broadline Retail – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Amazon.com, Inc.(b) | | | 24,109 | | | | 2,542,294 | |
Cie Financiere Richemont SA (REG) | | | 7,041 | | | | 1,163,883 | |
Next PLC | | | 1,695 | | | | 143,815 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,849,992 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Home Improvement Retail – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Home Depot, Inc. (The) | | | 5,769 | | | | 1,733,816 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Other Specialty Retail – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Ulta Beauty, Inc.(b) | | | 2,484 | | | | 1,369,752 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 6,953,560 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Consumer Services – 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Casinos & Gaming – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
La Francaise des Jeux SAEM(e) | | | 2,509 | | | | 107,239 | |
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Hotels, Resorts & Cruise Lines – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Booking Holdings, Inc.(b) | | | 594 | | | | 1,595,668 | |
Hyatt Hotels Corp. – Class A(b) | | | 10,400 | | | | 1,188,720 | |
Marriott International, Inc./MD – Class A | | | 7,545 | | | | 1,277,671 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,062,059 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Restaurants – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Sodexo SA | | | 13,099 | | | | 1,403,794 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Specialized Consumer Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
WW International, Inc.(b) | | | 159,411 | | | | 1,331,082 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 6,904,174 | |
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Company | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Financial Services – 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Asset Management & Custody Banks – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Ameriprise Financial, Inc. | | | 3,995 | | | $ | 1,218,954 | |
Franklin Resources, Inc. | | | 2,837 | | | | 76,259 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,295,213 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Investment Banking & Brokerage – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The) | | | 3,957 | | | | 1,358,992 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Mortgage REITs – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure Capital, Inc.(a) | | | 15,481 | | | | 439,351 | |
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Transaction & Payment Processing Services – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Mastercard, Inc. – Class A | | | 5,718 | | | | 2,173,012 | |
Visa, Inc. – Class A | | | 5,658 | | | | 1,316,786 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,489,798 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 6,583,354 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Health Care Equipment & Services – 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Health Care Distributors – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Cardinal Health, Inc. | | | 5,343 | | | | 438,660 | |
McKesson Corp. | | | 1,716 | | | | 625,036 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,063,696 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Health Care Equipment – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Dexcom, Inc.(b) | | | 8,429 | | | | 1,022,775 | |
GE Healthcare, Inc.(b) | | | 12,834 | | | | 1,043,918 | |
Hologic, Inc.(b) | | | 8,604 | | | | 740,030 | |
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc.(b) | | | 2,764 | | | | 1,360,330 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,167,053 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Health Care Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Abiomed, Inc.(b)(c)(d) | | | 1,321 | | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Health Care Supplies – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Coloplast A/S – Class B | | | 1,754 | | | | 252,718 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Managed Health Care – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Humana, Inc. | | | 337 | | | | 178,775 | |
Molina Healthcare, Inc.(b) | | | 2,125 | | | | 633,016 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 811,791 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 6,295,258 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Media & Entertainment – 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Advertising – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Dentsu Group, Inc. | | | 4,200 | | | | 151,346 | |
Omnicom Group, Inc. | | | 5,051 | | | | 457,469 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 608,815 | |
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Company | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Interactive Home Entertainment – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Electronic Arts, Inc. | | | 10,699 | | | $ | 1,361,769 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Interactive Media & Services – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Alphabet, Inc. – Class A(b) | | | 15,560 | | | | 1,670,210 | |
Alphabet, Inc. – Class C(b) | | | 14,228 | | | | 1,539,754 | |
Tencent Holdings Ltd. | | | 6,000 | | | | 266,497 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,476,461 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Movies & Entertainment – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Live Nation Entertainment, Inc.(b) | | | 5,761 | | | | 390,481 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 5,837,526 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Transportation – 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Air Freight & Logistics – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. | | | 4,827 | | | | 549,506 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Cargo Ground Transportation – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
TFI International, Inc. | | | 9,286 | | | | 1,000,806 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Highways & Railtracks – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Transurban Group | | | 291,338 | | | | 2,905,600 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Passenger Airlines – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Deutsche Lufthansa AG (REG)(b) | | | 123,413 | | | | 1,326,680 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 5,782,592 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Telecommunication Services – 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Integrated Telecommunication Services – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Cellnex Telecom SA(b)(e) | | | 23,070 | | | | 971,339 | |
Infrastrutture Wireless Italiane SpA(e) | | | 89,600 | | | | 1,243,605 | |
Spark New Zealand Ltd. | | | 383,034 | | | | 1,241,088 | |
Telstra Group Ltd. | | | 453,058 | | | | 1,314,418 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,770,450 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Wireless Telecommunication Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
SoftBank Corp. | | | 35,900 | | | | 404,192 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 5,174,642 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Commercial & Professional Services – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Diversified Support Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Brambles Ltd. | | | 24,155 | | | | 228,816 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Environmental & Facilities Services – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Aker Carbon Capture ASA(b) | | | 318,682 | | | | 326,960 | |
Casella Waste Systems, Inc. – Class A(b) | | | 7,299 | | | | 649,611 | |
Clean Harbors, Inc.(b) | | | 5,996 | | | | 870,379 | |
Republic Services, Inc. | | | 5,974 | | | | 863,960 | |
Tetra Tech, Inc. | | | 4,893 | | | | 677,044 | |
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Company | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Waste Management, Inc. | | | 4,015 | | | $ | 666,691 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,054,645 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Human Resource & Employment Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. | | | 377 | | | | 82,940 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Research & Consulting Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corp. | | | 768 | | | | 73,513 | |
Thomson Reuters Corp. | | | 3,798 | | | | 499,429 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 572,942 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,939,343 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Automobiles & Components – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Automobile Manufacturers – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Tesla, Inc.(b) | | | 6,947 | | | | 1,141,461 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Automotive Parts & Equipment – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Aisin Corp. | | | 32,200 | | | | 945,117 | |
BorgWarner, Inc. | | | 26,852 | | | | 1,292,387 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,237,504 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,378,965 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Consumer Staples Distribution & Retail – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Food Distributors – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Sysco Corp. | | | 11,657 | | | | 894,558 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Food Retail – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Alimentation Couche-Tard, Inc. | | | 14,503 | | | | 723,839 | |
George Weston Ltd. | | | 1,259 | | | | 169,050 | |
Kroger Co. (The) | | | 7,823 | | | | 380,432 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,273,321 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,167,879 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Household & Personal Products – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Household Products – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Colgate-Palmolive Co. | | | 18,728 | | | | 1,494,494 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Total Common Stocks (cost $576,700,559) | | | | | | | 594,785,020 | |
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INVESTMENT COMPANIES – 1.3% | | | | | | | | |
Funds and Investment Trusts – 1.3%(f) | | | | | | | | |
VanEck Agribusiness ETF | | | 41,269 | | | | 3,524,372 | |
VanEck Gold Miners ETF/USA | | | 246,450 | | | | 8,275,791 | |
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Total Investment Companies (cost $9,825,314) | | | | | | | 11,800,163 | |
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Company | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
RIGHTS – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Xinyi Energy Holdings Ltd., expiring 05/23/2023(b)(c) (cost $0) | | | 174,800 | | | $ | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | | | |
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SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS – 31.0% | | | | | | | | |
Investment Companies – 31.0% | | | | | | | | |
AB Fixed Income Shares, Inc. – Government Money Market Portfolio – Class AB, 4.74%(f)(g)(h) (cost $282,639,205) | | | 282,639,205 | | | | 282,639,205 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Investments Before Security Lending Collateral for Securities Loaned – 97.4% (cost $869,165,078) | | | | | | | 889,224,388 | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
INVESTMENTS OF CASH COLLATERAL FOR SECURITIES LOANED – 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Investment Companies – 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
AB Fixed Income Shares, Inc. – Government Money Market Portfolio – Class AB, 4.74%(f)(g)(h) (cost $6,149,135) | | | 6,149,135 | | | | 6,149,135 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Total Investments – 98.1% (cost $875,314,213) | | | | | | | 895,373,523 | |
Other assets less liabilities – 1.9% | | | | | | | 17,373,443 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net Assets – 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 912,746,966 | |
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FUTURES (see Note D)
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Description | | Number of Contracts | | | Expiration Month | | | Current Notional | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Purchased Contracts | |
Brent Crude Futures | | | 215 | | | | September 2023 | | | $ | 16,883,950 | | | $ | 294,649 | |
Coffee Robusta Futures | | | 94 | | | | July 2023 | | | | 2,264,460 | | | | 23,225 | |
Coffee ‘C’ Futures | | | 111 | | | | September 2023 | | | | 7,625,700 | | | | (1,490 | ) |
Copper Futures | | | 134 | | | | September 2023 | | | | 13,056,625 | | | | 36,961 | |
Corn Futures | | | 384 | | | | December 2023 | | | | 10,132,800 | | | | (93,204 | ) |
Cotton No.2 Futures | | | 109 | | | | December 2023 | | | | 4,419,950 | | | | 9,414 | |
Gasoline RBOB Futures | | | 55 | | | | August 2023 | | | | 5,539,842 | | | | 17,998 | |
Gold 100 OZ Futures | | | 231 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 46,179,210 | | | | (6,043 | ) |
KC HRW Wheat Futures | | | 131 | | | | December 2023 | | | | 5,089,350 | | | | 73,038 | |
Lean Hogs Futures | | | 150 | | | | August 2023 | | | | 5,680,500 | | | | 18,553 | |
Live Cattle Futures | | | 93 | | | | October 2023 | | | | 6,235,650 | | | | 2,742 | |
LME Lead Futures | | | 58 | | | | May 2023 | | | | 3,124,750 | | | | 33,911 | |
LME Lead Futures | | | 32 | | | | September 2023 | | | | 1,720,800 | | | | 8,296 | |
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Description | | Number of Contracts | | | Expiration Month | | | Current Notional | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
LME Nickel Futures | | | 51 | | | | May 2023 | | | $ | 7,416,369 | | | $ | (283,041 | ) |
LME Nickel Futures | | | 34 | | | | September 2023 | | | | 4,960,056 | | | | 71,697 | |
LME Primary Aluminum Futures | | | 248 | | | | May 2023 | | | | 14,706,400 | | | | (180,502 | ) |
LME Primary Aluminum Futures | | | 180 | | | | September 2023 | | | | 10,707,750 | | | | 114,163 | |
LME Zinc Futures | | | 112 | | | | May 2023 | | | | 7,408,100 | | | | (1,221,817 | ) |
LME Zinc Futures | | | 76 | | | | September 2023 | | | | 5,037,850 | | | | (61,048 | ) |
Low SU Gasoil Futures | | | 87 | | | | September 2023 | | | | 6,083,475 | | | | 87,567 | |
Natural Gas Futures | | | 372 | | | | August 2023 | | | | 9,768,720 | | | | (363,945 | ) |
NY Harbor ULSD Futures | | | 50 | | | | August 2023 | | | | 5,044,410 | | | | 30,582 | |
Platinum Futures | | | 33 | | | | July 2023 | | | | 1,798,665 | | | | 161,080 | |
Silver Futures | | | 80 | | | | July 2023 | | | | 10,090,400 | | | | (311,464 | ) |
Soybean Futures | | | 176 | | | | November 2023 | | | | 11,118,800 | | | | 81,385 | |
Soybean Meal Futures | | | 150 | | | | December 2023 | | | | 6,078,000 | | | | 24,691 | |
Soybean Oil Futures | | | 198 | | | | December 2023 | | | | 5,972,076 | | | | 87,362 | |
Sugar 11 (World) Futures | | | 238 | | | | September 2023 | | | | 6,933,226 | | | | 2,136,152 | |
Wheat (CBT) Futures | | | 201 | | | | December 2023 | | | | 6,658,125 | | | | 48,480 | |
WTI Crude Futures | | | 238 | | | | August 2023 | | | | 18,021,360 | | | | 359,983 | |
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Sold Contracts | |
Bloomberg Commodity Index Futures | | | 674 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 7,030,494 | | | | (126,423 | ) |
Euro STOXX 50 Index Futures | | | 31 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 1,475,665 | | | | (69,219 | ) |
FTSE 100 Index Futures | | | 5 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 494,060 | | | | (14,742 | ) |
LME Lead Futures | | | 58 | | | | May 2023 | | | | 3,124,750 | | | | (29,735 | ) |
LME Nickel Futures | | | 51 | | | | May 2023 | | | | 7,416,369 | | | | (112,241 | ) |
LME Primary Aluminum Futures | | | 248 | | | | May 2023 | | | | 14,706,400 | | | | (225,573 | ) |
LME Zinc Futures | | | 112 | | | | May 2023 | | | | 7,408,100 | | | | 45,373 | |
S&P 500 E-Mini Futures | | | 22 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 4,607,350 | | | | (324,562 | ) |
S&P/TSX 60 Index Futures | | | 2 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 368,602 | | | | (17,052 | ) |
SPI 200 Futures | | | 3 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 363,174 | | | | (14,763 | ) |
TOPIX Index Futures | | | 2 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 302,103 | | | | (6,713 | ) |
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FORWARD CURRENCY EXCHANGE CONTRACTS (see Note D)
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Counterparty | | Contracts to Deliver (000) | | | In Exchange For (000) | | | Settlement Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Bank of America, NA | | EUR | 8,531 | | | USD | 9,347 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | $ | (58,286 | ) |
Bank of America, NA | | USD | 22,745 | | | EUR | 21,365 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 809,293 | |
Bank of America, NA | | CLP | 8,274,269 | | | USD | 10,181 | | | | 05/17/2023 | | | | (49,360 | ) |
Bank of America, NA | | PEN | 98,088 | | | USD | 25,752 | | | | 05/17/2023 | | | | (689,599 | ) |
Bank of America, NA | | CHF | 3,454 | | | USD | 3,814 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | (59,255 | ) |
Bank of America, NA | | GBP | 9,694 | | | USD | 12,008 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | (180,454 | ) |
Bank of America, NA | | USD | 1,753 | | | CHF | 1,615 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | 58,013 | |
Bank of America, NA | | USD | 3,130 | | | CHF | 2,778 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | (14,427 | ) |
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Counterparty | | Contracts to Deliver (000) | | | In Exchange For (000) | | | Settlement Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Bank of America, NA | | USD | 17,070 | | | GBP | 13,940 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | $ | 457,854 | |
Bank of America, NA | | CAD | 4,407 | | | USD | 3,271 | | | | 06/09/2023 | | | | 15,647 | |
Bank of America, NA | | CAD | 2,077 | | | USD | 1,530 | | | | 06/09/2023 | | | | (4,047 | ) |
Bank of America, NA | | TWD | 65,892 | | | USD | 2,150 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | 318 | |
Bank of America, NA | | USD | 19,335 | | | JPY | 2,569,803 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | (347,963 | ) |
Bank of America, NA | | USD | 5,948 | | | TWD | 180,138 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | (71,561 | ) |
Bank of America, NA | | DKK | 13,713 | | | USD | 2,035 | | | | 06/21/2023 | | | | 1,269 | |
Bank of America, NA | | SEK | 23,709 | | | USD | 2,309 | | | | 06/21/2023 | | | | (9,268 | ) |
Bank of America, NA | | NZD | 1,664 | | | USD | 1,033 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | 4,494 | |
Bank of America, NA | | USD | 4,356 | | | NZD | 7,014 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | (18,944 | ) |
Bank of America, NA | | CZK | 202,144 | | | USD | 9,476 | | | | 07/20/2023 | | | | 43,084 | |
Bank of America, NA | | USD | 13,484 | | | HUF | 4,695,253 | | | | 07/20/2023 | | | | 69,201 | |
Bank of America, NA | | KRW | 9,613,712 | | | USD | 7,266 | | | | 07/27/2023 | | | | 42,666 | |
Bank of America, NA | | USD | 1,298 | | | KRW | 1,733,264 | | | | 07/27/2023 | | | | 4,227 | |
Bank of America, NA | | USD | 2,704 | | | PHP | 150,931 | | | | 07/27/2023 | | | | 18,377 | |
Bank of New York (The) | | GBP | 665 | | | USD | 820 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | (16,629 | ) |
Barclays Bank PLC | | EUR | 8,710 | | | USD | 9,384 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | (218,607 | ) |
Barclays Bank PLC | | USD | 3,202 | | | PEN | 12,082 | | | | 05/17/2023 | | | | 54,931 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | CHF | 25,640 | | | USD | 27,712 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | (1,042,362 | ) |
Barclays Bank PLC | | GBP | 2,603 | | | USD | 3,224 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | (49,065 | ) |
Barclays Bank PLC | | USD | 10,001 | | | CHF | 9,143 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | 252,776 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | USD | 2,533 | | | CAD | 3,391 | | | | 06/09/2023 | | | | (28,380 | ) |
Barclays Bank PLC | | AUD | 12,754 | | | USD | 8,554 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | 98,365 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | USD | 4,892 | | | AUD | 7,359 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | (13,117 | ) |
Barclays Bank PLC | | MYR | 13,090 | | | USD | 2,977 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | 24,287 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | MYR | 17,907 | | | USD | 3,980 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | (59,549 | ) |
Barclays Bank PLC | | USD | 9,225 | | | INR | 761,100 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | 63,485 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | USD | 1,190 | | | MYR | 5,276 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | 358 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | USD | 1,548 | | | NZD | 2,519 | | | | 06/23/2023 | | | | 9,018 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | PLN | 28,597 | | | USD | 6,845 | | | | 07/20/2023 | | | | 4,258 | |
BNP Paribas SA | | USD | 1,043 | | | PHP | 58,054 | | | | 07/27/2023 | | | | 4,379 | |
Citibank, NA | | EUR | 7,987 | | | USD | 8,505 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | (300,631 | ) |
Citibank, NA | | USD | 792 | | | MXN | 15,022 | | | | 05/25/2023 | | | | 39,219 | |
Citibank, NA | | CAD | 2,432 | | | USD | 1,799 | | | | 06/09/2023 | | | | 2,387 | |
Citibank, NA | | SEK | 6,765 | | | USD | 662 | | | | 06/21/2023 | | | | 560 | |
Citibank, NA | | USD | 729 | | | SEK | 7,484 | | | | 06/21/2023 | | | | 2,955 | |
Deutsche Bank AG | | EUR | 1,145 | | | USD | 1,248 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | (13,822 | ) |
Deutsche Bank AG | | COP | 22,747,299 | | | USD | 4,866 | | | | 05/17/2023 | | | | 40,005 | |
Deutsche Bank AG | | USD | 10,197 | | | COP | 49,363,134 | | | | 05/17/2023 | | | | 274,878 | |
Deutsche Bank AG | | USD | 6,290 | | | GBP | 5,066 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | 80,121 | |
Deutsche Bank AG | | MXN | 74,078 | | | USD | 4,018 | | | | 05/25/2023 | | | | (83,054 | ) |
Deutsche Bank AG | | USD | 19,262 | | | MXN | 364,066 | | | | 05/25/2023 | | | | 893,893 | |
Deutsche Bank AG | | USD | 3,515 | | | ZAR | 64,534 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | (3,331 | ) |
Deutsche Bank AG | | PHP | 477,816 | | | USD | 8,653 | | | | 07/27/2023 | | | | 35,598 | |
Goldman Sachs Bank USA | | EUR | 2,636 | | | USD | 2,886 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | (20,295 | ) |
Goldman Sachs Bank USA | | USD | 2,145 | | | GBP | 1,753 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | 58,950 | |
Goldman Sachs Bank USA | | USD | 1,621 | | | BRL | 8,175 | | | | 06/02/2023 | | | | 8,043 | |
Goldman Sachs Bank USA | | CAD | 2,292 | | | USD | 1,683 | | | | 06/09/2023 | | | | (9,819 | ) |
Goldman Sachs Bank USA | | USD | 21,899 | | | CAD | 29,867 | | | | 06/09/2023 | | | | 162,280 | |
Goldman Sachs Bank USA | | USD | 9,238 | | | INR | 762,971 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | 72,823 | |
Goldman Sachs Bank USA | | USD | 1,027 | | | NZD | 1,652 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | (5,118 | ) |
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Counterparty | | Contracts to Deliver (000) | | | In Exchange For (000) | | | Settlement Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Goldman Sachs Bank USA | | USD | 2,100 | | | CNH | 14,497 | | | | 07/07/2023 | | | $ | 3,138 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | EUR | 1,111 | | | USD | 1,226 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 916 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | USD | 1,441 | | | EUR | 1,303 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | (4,935 | ) |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | SGD | 1,090 | | | USD | 811 | | | | 05/15/2023 | | | | (6,568 | ) |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | CHF | 635 | | | USD | 718 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | 5,545 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | TWD | 114,246 | | | USD | 3,778 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | 51,339 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | USD | 1,016 | | | JPY | 134,700 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | (20,655 | ) |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | USD | 3,585 | | | INR | 296,729 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | 35,832 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | USD | 864 | | | EUR | 800 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 17,610 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | USD | 2,566 | | | PEN | 9,646 | | | | 05/17/2023 | | | | 34,404 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | USD | 1,835 | | | CHF | 1,705 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | 77,484 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | USD | 3,243 | | | MXN | 58,920 | | | | 05/25/2023 | | | | 18,574 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | USD | 9,562 | | | AUD | 14,331 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | (61,405 | ) |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | NOK | 119,084 | | | USD | 11,322 | | | | 06/21/2023 | | | | 120,588 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | SEK | 55,323 | | | USD | 5,387 | | | | 06/21/2023 | | | | (21,731 | ) |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | INR | 221,227 | | | USD | 2,690 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | (9,846 | ) |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | MYR | 25,838 | | | USD | 5,811 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | (16,996 | ) |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | CNH | 119,317 | | | USD | 17,446 | | | | 07/07/2023 | | | | 134,598 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | CNH | 25,395 | | | USD | 3,678 | | | | 07/07/2023 | | | | (6,728 | ) |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | USD | 690 | | | CNH | 4,716 | | | | 07/07/2023 | | | | (5,320 | ) |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | IDR | 18,000,518 | | | USD | 1,221 | | | | 07/12/2023 | | | | (5,286 | ) |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | USD | 20,130 | | | IDR | 303,159,850 | | | | 07/12/2023 | | | | 515,159 | |
Natwest Markets PLC | | USD | 1,061 | | | EUR | 985 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 25,266 | |
Natwest Markets PLC | | USD | 815 | | | SGD | 1,090 | | | | 05/15/2023 | | | | 2,066 | |
Standard Chartered Bank | | USD | 1,231 | | | CLP | 1,005,321 | | | | 05/17/2023 | | | | 12,055 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | USD | 2,150 | | | EUR | 1,989 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 42,976 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | GBP | 238 | | | USD | 295 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | (4,718 | ) |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | CAD | 160 | | | USD | 118 | | | | 06/09/2023 | | | | 153 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | CAD | 69 | | | USD | 51 | | | | 06/09/2023 | | | | (137 | ) |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | USD | 976 | | | CAD | 1,331 | | | | 06/09/2023 | | | | 6,764 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | AUD | 196 | | | USD | 131 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | 840 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | USD | 158 | | | JPY | 20,972 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | (2,881 | ) |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | NOK | 10,198 | | | USD | 970 | | | | 06/21/2023 | | | | 10,783 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | USD | 916 | | | SEK | 9,430 | | | | 06/21/2023 | | | | 5,912 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | IDR | 36,833,815 | | | USD | 2,500 | | | | 07/12/2023 | | | | (8,646 | ) |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | USD | 811 | | | HKD | 6,310 | | | | 07/12/2023 | | | | (4,934 | ) |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | THB | 624,269 | | | USD | 18,392 | | | | 07/13/2023 | | | | (17,934 | ) |
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Counterparty | | Contracts to Deliver (000) | | | In Exchange For (000) | | | Settlement Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | USD | 2,800 | | | THB | 94,990 | | | | 07/13/2023 | | | $ | 1,698 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | USD | 2,240 | | | THB | 75,848 | | | | 07/13/2023 | | | | (3,266 | ) |
UBS AG | | USD | 703 | | | EUR | 636 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | (2,213 | ) |
UBS AG | | COP | 5,997,603 | | | USD | 1,332 | | | | 05/17/2023 | | | | 59,539 | |
UBS AG | | USD | 585 | | | JPY | 77,404 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | (12,711 | ) |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 1,307,398 | |
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INFLATION (CPI) SWAPS (see Note D)
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| | | Rate Type | | | | |
Swap Counterparty | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | | Payments made by the Fund | | | Payments received by the Fund | | | Payment Frequency Paid Received | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Citibank, NA | | USD | 30,950 | | | | 03/18/2031 | | | | 2.378 | % | | | CPI | # | | Maturity | | $ | 225,520 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 225,520 | |
Goldman Sachs International | | USD | 110,190 | | | | 04/25/2030 | | | | 1.900 | % | | | CPI | # | | Maturity | | | 3,155,524 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,155,524 | |
Goldman Sachs International | | USD | 58,060 | | | | 03/16/2031 | | | | 2.289 | % | | | CPI | # | | Maturity | | | 648,741 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 648,741 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 4,029,785 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 4,029,785 | |
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# | Variable interest rate based on the rate of inflation as determined by the Consumer Price Index (CPI). |
TOTAL RETURN SWAPS (see Note D)
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Counterparty & Referenced Obligation | | Rate Paid/ Received | | Payment Frequency | | Current Notional (000) | | | Maturity Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Receive Total Return on Reference Obligation | |
Bank of America, NA | |
MLABGLIN | | SOFR plus 0.25% | | Quarterly | | | USD | | | | 30,650 | | | | 04/15/2024 | | | $ | 4,603 | |
Merrill Lynch International | |
Bloomberg Commodity Index | | 0.00% | | Maturity | | | USD | | | | 45,331 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | (170,292 | ) |
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Pay Total Return on Reference Obligation | |
UBS AG | | | |
FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Developed Real Estate Index | | OBFR plus 0.32% | | Quarterly | | | USD | | | | 40,258 | | | | 09/15/2023 | | | | (911,498 | ) |
FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Developed Real Estate Index | | OBFR plus 0.25% | | Quarterly | | | USD | | | | 2,460 | | | | 02/15/2024 | | | | 137,267 | |
FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Developed Real Estate Index | | OBFR plus 0.24% | | Quarterly | | | USD | | | | 1,843 | | | | 02/15/2024 | | | | 103,127 | |
FTSE EPRA/NAREIT Developed Real Estate Index | | OBFR plus 0.25% | | Quarterly | | | USD | | | | 1,626 | | | | 02/15/2024 | | | | 90,721 | |
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(a) | Represents entire or partial securities out on loan. See Note E for securities lending information. |
(b) | Non-income producing security. |
(c) | Security in which significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) were used in determining fair value. |
(d) | Fair valued by the Adviser. |
(e) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities are considered restricted, but liquid and may be resold in transactions exempt from registration. At April 30, 2023, the aggregate market value of these securities amounted to $8,069,139 or 0.9% of net assets. |
(f) | To obtain a copy of the fund’s shareholder report, please go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at www.sec.gov. Additionally, shareholder reports for AB funds can be obtained by calling AB at (800) 227-4618. |
(g) | Affiliated investments. |
(h) | The rate shown represents the 7-day yield as of period end. |
Currency Abbreviations:
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AUD – Australian Dollar BRL – Brazilian Real CAD – Canadian Dollar CHF – Swiss Franc CLP – Chilean Peso CNH – Chinese Yuan Renminbi (Offshore) COP – Colombian Peso CZK – Czech Koruna DKK – Danish Krone EUR – Euro GBP – Great British Pound HKD – Hong Kong Dollar HUF – Hungarian Forint IDR – Indonesian Rupiah INR – Indian Rupee | | JPY – Japanese Yen KRW – South Korean Won MXN – Mexican Peso MYR – Malaysian Ringgit NOK – Norwegian Krone NZD – New Zealand Dollar PEN – Peruvian Sol PHP – Philippine Peso PLN – Polish Zloty SEK – Swedish Krona SGD – Singapore Dollar THB – Thailand Baht TWD – New Taiwan Dollar USD – United States Dollar ZAR – South African Rand |
Glossary:
ADR – American Depositary Receipt
CBT – Chicago Board of Trade
CPI – Consumer Price Index
EPRA – European Public Real Estate Association
ETF – Exchange Traded Fund
FTSE – Financial Times Stock Exchange
KC HRW – Kansas City Hard Red Winter
LME – London Metal Exchange
NAREIT – National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts
OBFR – Overnight Bank Funding Rate
PJSC – Public Joint Stock Company
RBOB – Reformulated Gasoline Blend-Stock for Oxygen Blending (Unleaded Gas)
REG – Registered Shares
REIT – Real Estate Investment Trust
SOFR – Secured Overnight Financing Rate
SPI – Share Price Index
TOPIX – Tokyo Price Index
TSX – Toronto Stock Exchange
ULSD – Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel
WTI – West Texas Intermediate
See notes to consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Assets | |
Investments in securities, at value | |
Unaffiliated issuers (cost $586,525,873) | | $ | 606,585,183 | (a) |
Affiliated issuers (cost $288,788,340—including investment of cash collateral for securities loaned of $6,149,135) | | | 288,788,340 | |
Cash | | | 263 | |
Cash collateral due from broker | | | 18,753,836 | |
Foreign currencies, at value (cost $4,011,568) | | | 3,982,291 | |
Unrealized appreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 4,891,251 | |
Unrealized appreciation on inflation swaps | | | 4,029,785 | |
Receivable for variation margin on futures | | | 2,313,688 | |
Unaffiliated dividends receivable | | | 1,634,116 | |
Affiliated dividends receivable | | | 1,128,071 | |
Receivable for capital stock sold | | | 651,129 | |
Unrealized appreciation on total return swaps | | | 335,718 | |
Receivable for investment securities sold | | | 209,984 | |
Foreign witholding tax reclaims | | | 149,387 | |
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Total assets | | | 933,453,042 | |
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Liabilities | |
Cash collateral due to broker | | | 6,270,000 | |
Payable for collateral received on securities loaned | | | 5,867,601 | |
Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 3,583,853 | |
Payable for investment securities purchased and foreign currency transactions | | | 2,354,444 | |
Unrealized depreciation on total return swaps | | | 1,081,790 | |
Advisory fee payable | | | 551,235 | |
Collateral due to securities lending agent | | | 281,534 | |
Distribution fee payable | | | 123,005 | |
Payable for capital stock redeemed | | | 114,372 | |
Foreign capital gains tax payable | | | 36,389 | |
Administrative fee payable | | | 30,292 | |
Transfer Agent fee payable | | | 26,966 | |
Directors’ fees payable | | | 3,546 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 381,049 | |
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Total liabilities | | | 20,706,076 | |
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Net Assets | | $ | 912,746,966 | |
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Composition of Net Assets | |
Capital stock, at par | | $ | 106,187 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 1,126,965,821 | |
Accumulated loss | | | (214,325,042 | ) |
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Net Assets | | $ | 912,746,966 | |
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(a) | Includes securities on loan with a value of $17,161,638 (see Note E). |
See notes to consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES (continued)
Net Asset Value Per Share—33 billion shares of capital stock authorized, $.001 par value
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Class | | Net Assets | | | Shares Outstanding | | | Net Asset Value | |
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A | | $ | 6,817,285 | | | | 777,417 | | | $ | 8.77 | * |
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C | | $ | 491,637 | | | | 54,907 | | | $ | 8.95 | |
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Advisor | | $ | 27,869,107 | | | | 3,184,131 | | | $ | 8.75 | |
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R | | $ | 70,504 | | | | 7,992 | | | $ | 8.82 | |
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K | | $ | 1,048,061 | | | | 121,148 | | | $ | 8.65 | |
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I | | $ | 25,412,602 | | | | 2,940,386 | | | $ | 8.64 | |
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1 | | $ | 646,887,332 | | | | 75,498,197 | | | $ | 8.57 | |
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2 | | $ | 8,817 | | | | 1,000 | | | $ | 8.82 | |
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Z | | $ | 204,141,621 | | | | 23,601,880 | | | $ | 8.65 | |
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* | The maximum offering price per share for Class A shares was $9.16 which reflects a sales charge of 4.25%. |
See notes to consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Investment Income | |
Dividends | |
Unaffiliated issuers (net of foreign taxes withheld of $553,500) | | $ | 11,333,794 | | | | | |
Affiliated issuers | | | 5,725,786 | | | | | |
Interest (net of foreign taxes withheld of $5) | | | 269,148 | | | | | |
Securities lending income | | | 189,654 | | | | | |
Foreign withholding tax reclaims (see Note A.4) | | | 149,387 | | | $ | 17,667,769 | |
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Expenses | |
Advisory fee (see Note B) | | | 3,836,974 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class A | | | 8,772 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class C | | | 2,807 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class R | | | 174 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class K | | | 1,352 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class 1 | | | 787,226 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class A | | | 4,427 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class C | | | 359 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Advisor Class | | | 18,603 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class R | | | 90 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class K | | | 1,087 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class I | | | 4,003 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class 1 | | | 75,114 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class Z | | | 41,887 | | | | | |
Custody and accounting | | | 158,845 | | | | | |
Registration fees | | | 78,087 | | | | | |
Audit and tax | | | 60,848 | | | | | |
Administrative | | | 45,259 | | | | | |
Legal | | | 28,249 | | | | | |
Printing | | | 21,140 | | | | | |
Directors’ fees | | | 16,156 | | | | | |
Miscellaneous | | | 23,799 | | | | | |
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Total expenses before bank overdraft expense | | | 5,215,258 | | | | | |
Bank overdraft expense | | | 34,255 | | | | | |
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Total expenses | | | 5,249,513 | | | | | |
Less: expenses waived and reimbursed by the Adviser (see Notes B & E) | | | (138,236 | ) | | | | |
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Net expenses | | | | | | | 5,111,277 | |
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Net investment income | | | | | | | 12,556,492 | |
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See notes to consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS (continued)
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Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investment and Foreign Currency Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | | | | | | | | |
Investment transactions(a) | | | | | | $ | (9,891,687 | ) |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | (2,197,799 | ) |
Futures | | | | | | | (30,133,924 | ) |
Swaps | | | | | | | 6,428,424 | |
Foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | 509,499 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of: | | | | | | | | |
Investments(b) | | | | | | | 59,200,564 | |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | 1,123,952 | |
Futures | | | | | | | 9,855,579 | |
Swaps | | | | | | | (8,157,089 | ) |
Foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | | | | | 79,207 | |
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Net gain on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | 26,816,726 | |
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Net Increase in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | $ | 39,373,218 | |
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(a) | Net of foreign realized capital gains taxes of $1,203. |
(b) | Net of increase in accrued foreign capital gains taxes on unrealized gains of $22,063. |
See notes to consolidated financial statements.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
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| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | $ | 12,556,492 | | | $ | 19,868,486 | |
Net realized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | (35,285,487 | ) | | | 118,941,683 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments and foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | 62,102,213 | | | | (227,760,785 | ) |
Contributions from Affiliates (see Note B) | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,612 | |
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations | | | 39,373,218 | | | | (88,949,004 | ) |
Distributions to Shareholders | | | | | | | | |
Class A | | | (527,694 | ) | | | (464,964 | ) |
Class C | | | (41,047 | ) | | | (12,613 | ) |
Advisor Class | | | (2,418,666 | ) | | | (1,665,845 | ) |
Class R | | | (4,679 | ) | | | (5,635 | ) |
Class K | | | (80,877 | ) | | | (108,197 | ) |
Class I | | | (2,013,871 | ) | | | (2,495,051 | ) |
Class 1 | | | (50,008,810 | ) | | | (61,937,570 | ) |
Class 2 | | | (737 | ) | | | (981 | ) |
Class Z | | | (26,372,386 | ) | | | (54,143,835 | ) |
Capital Stock Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net decrease | | | (74,837,617 | ) | | | (92,876,275 | ) |
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Total decrease | | | (116,933,166 | ) | | | (302,659,970 | ) |
Net Assets | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 1,029,680,132 | | | | 1,332,340,102 | |
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End of period | | $ | 912,746,966 | | | $ | 1,029,680,132 | |
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See notes to consolidated financial statements.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
NOTE A
Significant Accounting Policies
AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 as an open-end management investment company. The Company, which is a Maryland corporation, operates as a series company comprised of 10 portfolios currently in operation. Each portfolio is considered to be a separate entity for financial reporting and tax purposes. This report relates only to the AB All Market Real Return Portfolio (the “Fund”), a non-diversified portfolio. As part of the Fund’s investment strategy, the Fund seeks to gain exposure to commodities and commodities-related instruments and derivatives primarily through investments in AllianceBernstein Cayman Inflation Strategy, Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Fund organized under the laws of the Cayman Islands (the “Subsidiary”). The Fund is the sole shareholder of the Subsidiary and it is intended that the Fund will remain the sole shareholder and will continue to control the Subsidiary. Under the Articles of Association of the Subsidiary, shares issued by the Subsidiary confer upon a shareholder the right to receive notice of, to attend and to vote at general meetings of the Subsidiary and shall confer upon the shareholder rights in a winding-up or repayment of capital and the right to participate in the profits or assets of the Subsidiary. As of April 30, 2023, consolidated net assets of the Fund were $912,746,966, of which $100,420,405, or 11%, represented the Fund’s ownership of all issued shares and voting rights of the Subsidiary. This report presents the consolidated financial statements of the Fund and the Subsidiary. All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation. The Fund has authorized the issuance of Class A, Class B, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I, Class 1, Class 2, Class Z, and Class T shares. Class B and Class T shares have not been issued. Class 1 shares are sold only to the private clients of Sanford C. Bernstein & Co. LLC by its registered representatives. As of April 30, 2023, AllianceBernstein L.P. (the “Adviser”), was the sole shareholder of Class 2 shares. Class A shares are sold with a front-end sales charge of up to 4.25% for purchases not exceeding $1,000,000. With respect to purchases of $1,000,000 or more, Class A shares redeemed within one year of purchase may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1%. Class C shares are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1% on redemptions made within the first year after purchase, and 0% after the first year of purchase. Effective May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically convert to Class A shares eight years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Prior to May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically converted to Class A shares 10 years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Class R, Class K, Class 1, and Class Z shares are sold without an initial or contingent deferred sales charge. Advisor Class, Class I, and Class 2 shares are sold without an initial or
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contingent deferred sales charge and are not subject to ongoing distribution expenses. All 11 classes of shares have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights, except that the classes bear different distribution and transfer agency expenses. Each class has exclusive voting rights with respect to its distribution plan. The consolidated financial statements have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities in the consolidated financial statements and amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The Fund is an investment company under U.S. GAAP and follows the accounting and reporting guidance applicable to investment companies. The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund.
1. Security Valuation
Portfolio securities are valued at market value determined on the basis of market quotations or, if market quotations are not readily available or are unreliable, at “fair value” as determined in accordance with procedures approved by and under the oversight of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Pursuant to these procedures, the Adviser serves as the Fund’s valuation designee pursuant to Rule 2a-5 of the 1940 Act. In this capacity, the Adviser is responsible, among other things, for making all fair value determinations relating to the Fund’s portfolio investments, subject to the Board’s oversight.
In general, the market values of securities which are readily available and deemed reliable are determined as follows: securities listed on a national securities exchange (other than securities listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market, Inc. (“NASDAQ”)) or on a foreign securities exchange are valued at the last sale price at the close of the exchange or foreign securities exchange. If there has been no sale on such day, the securities are valued at the last traded price from the previous day. Securities listed on more than one exchange are valued by reference to the principal exchange on which the securities are traded; securities listed only on NASDAQ are valued in accordance with the NASDAQ Official Closing Price; listed or over the counter (“OTC”) market put or call options are valued at the mid level between the current bid and ask prices. If either a current bid or current ask price is unavailable, the Adviser will have discretion to determine the best valuation (e.g., last trade price in the case of listed options); open futures are valued using the closing settlement price or, in the absence of such a price, the most recent quoted bid price. If there are no quotations available for the day of valuation, the last available closing settlement price is used; U.S. Government securities and any other debt instruments having 60 days or less remaining until maturity are generally valued at market
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by an independent pricing vendor, if a market price is available. If a market price is not available, the securities are valued at amortized cost. This methodology is commonly used for short term securities that have an original maturity of 60 days or less, as well as short term securities that had an original term to maturity that exceeded 60 days. In instances when amortized cost is utilized, the Valuation Committee (the “Committee”) must reasonably conclude that the utilization of amortized cost is approximately the same as the fair value of the security. Factors the Committee will consider include, but are not limited to, an impairment of the creditworthiness of the issuer or material changes in interest rates. Fixed-income securities, including mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, may be valued on the basis of prices provided by a pricing service or at a price obtained from one or more of the major broker-dealers. In cases where broker-dealer quotes are obtained, the Adviser may establish procedures whereby changes in market yields or spreads are used to adjust, on a daily basis, a recently obtained quoted price on a security. Swaps and other derivatives are valued daily, primarily using independent pricing services, independent pricing models using market inputs, as well as third party broker-dealers or counterparties. Open-end mutual funds are valued at the closing net asset value per share, while exchange traded funds are valued at the closing market price per share.
Securities for which market quotations are not readily available (including restricted securities) or are deemed unreliable are valued at fair value as deemed appropriate by the Adviser. Factors considered in making this determination may include, but are not limited to, information obtained by contacting the issuer, analysts, analysis of the issuer’s financial statements or other available documents. In addition, the Fund may use fair value pricing for securities primarily traded in non-U.S. markets because most foreign markets close well before the Fund values its securities at 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time. The earlier close of these foreign markets gives rise to the possibility that significant events, including broad market moves, may have occurred in the interim and may materially affect the value of those securities. To account for this, the Fund generally values many of its foreign equity securities using fair value prices based on third party vendor modeling tools to the extent available.
2. Fair Value Measurements
In accordance with U.S. GAAP regarding fair value measurements, fair value is defined as the price that the Fund would receive to sell an asset or pay to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. U.S. GAAP establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and a three-level hierarchy for fair value measurements based upon the transparency of inputs to the valuation of an asset or liability (including those valued based on their market values as described in
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Note A.1 above). Inputs may be observable or unobservable and refer broadly to the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. Observable inputs reflect the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on market data obtained from sources independent of the Fund. Unobservable inputs reflect the Fund’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on the best information available in the circumstances. Each investment is assigned a level based upon the observability of the inputs which are significant to the overall valuation. The three-tier hierarchy of inputs is summarized below.
| • | | Level 1—quoted prices in active markets for identical investments |
| • | | Level 2—other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar investments, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.) |
| • | | Level 3—significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments) |
The fair value of debt instruments, such as bonds, and over-the-counter derivatives is generally based on market price quotations, recently executed market transactions (where observable) or industry recognized modeling techniques and are generally classified as Level 2. Pricing vendor inputs to Level 2 valuations may include quoted prices for similar investments in active markets, interest rate curves, coupon rates, currency rates, yield curves, option adjusted spreads, default rates, credit spreads and other unique security features in order to estimate the relevant cash flows which are then discounted to calculate fair values. If these inputs are unobservable and significant to the fair value, these investments will be classified as Level 3.
Where readily available market prices or relevant bid prices are not available for certain equity investments, such investments may be valued based on similar publicly traded investments, movements in relevant indices since last available prices or based upon underlying company fundamentals and comparable company data (such as multiples to earnings or other multiples to equity). Where an investment is valued using an observable input, such as another publicly traded security, the investment will be classified as Level 2. If management determines that an adjustment is appropriate based on restrictions on resale, illiquidity or uncertainty, and such adjustment is a significant component of the valuation, the investment will be classified as Level 3. An investment will also be classified as Level 3 where management uses company fundamentals and other significant inputs to determine the valuation.
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Other fixed income investments, including non-U.S. government and corporate debt, are generally valued using quoted market prices, if available, which are typically impacted by current interest rates, maturity dates and any perceived credit risk of the issuer. Additionally, in the absence of quoted market prices, these inputs are used by pricing vendors to derive a valuation based upon industry or proprietary models which incorporate issuer specific data with relevant yield/spread comparisons with more widely quoted bonds with similar key characteristics. Those investments for which there are observable inputs are classified as Level 2. Where the inputs are not observable, the investments are classified as Level 3.
The following table summarizes the valuation of the Fund’s investments by the above fair value hierarchy levels as of April 30, 2023:
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Investments in Securities: | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Common Stocks: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) | | $ | 149,612,808 | | | $ | 46,296,238 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 195,909,046 | |
Energy | | | 40,161,330 | | | | 36,961,541 | | | | 0 | (a) | | | 77,122,871 | |
Materials | | | 23,054,568 | | | | 35,689,940 | | | | 0 | (a) | | | 58,744,508 | |
Capital Goods | | | 31,231,572 | | | | 17,412,009 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 48,643,581 | |
Real Estate Management & Development | | | 1,473,123 | | | | 38,549,038 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 40,022,161 | |
Utilities | | | 14,475,214 | | | | 13,133,471 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 27,608,685 | |
Software & Services | | | 16,096,922 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 16,096,922 | |
Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology | | | 11,143,923 | | | | 4,091,753 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 15,235,676 | |
Food Beverage & Tobacco | | | 10,942,996 | | | | 4,252,698 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 15,195,694 | |
Technology Hardware & Equipment | | | 10,109,451 | | | | 2,804,036 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 12,913,487 | |
Banks | | | 446,792 | | | | 8,728,450 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 9,175,242 | |
Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment | | | 5,964,729 | | | | 1,932,066 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 7,896,795 | |
Insurance | | | 6,181,429 | | | | 1,464,301 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 7,645,730 | |
Consumer Durables & Apparel | | | 3,244,850 | | | | 3,817,985 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 7,062,835 | |
Consumer Discretionary Distribution & Retail | | | 5,645,862 | | | | 1,307,698 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 6,953,560 | |
Consumer Services | | | 5,393,141 | | | | 1,511,033 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 6,904,174 | |
Financial Services | | | 6,583,354 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 6,583,354 | |
Health Care Equipment & Services | | | 6,042,540 | | | | 252,718 | | | | 0 | (a) | | | 6,295,258 | |
Media & Entertainment | | | 5,419,683 | | | | 417,843 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 5,837,526 | |
Transportation | | | 1,550,312 | | | | 4,232,280 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 5,782,592 | |
Telecommunication Services | | | – 0 | – | | | 5,174,642 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 5,174,642 | |
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Investments in Securities: | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Commercial & Professional Services | | $ | 4,383,567 | | | $ | 555,776 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 4,939,343 | |
Automobiles & Components | | | 2,433,848 | | | | 945,117 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,378,965 | |
Consumer Staples Distribution & Retail | | | 2,167,879 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,167,879 | |
Household & Personal Products | | | 1,494,494 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,494,494 | |
Investment Companies | | | 11,800,163 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 11,800,163 | |
Rights | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 0 | (a) | | | – 0 | – |
Short-Term Investments | | | 282,639,205 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 282,639,205 | |
Investments of Cash Collateral for Securities Loaned in Affiliated Money Market Fund | | | 6,149,135 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 6,149,135 | |
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Total Investments in Securities | | | 665,842,890 | | | | 229,530,633 | | | | 0 | (a) | | | 895,373,523 | |
Other Financial Instruments(b): | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Assets: | |
Futures | | | 3,767,302 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,767,302 | (c) |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,891,251 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,891,251 | |
Inflation (CPI) Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,029,785 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,029,785 | |
Total Return Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 335,718 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 335,718 | |
Liabilities: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures | | | (3,463,577 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (3,463,577 | )(c) |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | (3,583,853 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (3,583,853 | ) |
Total Return Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (1,081,790 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (1,081,790 | ) |
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Total | | $ | 666,146,615 | | | $ | 234,121,744 | | | $ | 0 | (a) | | $ | 900,268,359 | |
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(a) | The Fund held securities with zero market value at period end. |
(b) | Other financial instruments are derivative instruments, such as futures, forwards and swaps, which are valued at the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on the instrument. Other financial instruments may also include swaps with upfront premiums, written options and written swaptions which are valued at market value. |
(c) | Only variation margin receivable (payable) at period end is reported within the consolidated statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the consolidated portfolio of investments. Where applicable, centrally cleared swaps with upfront premiums are presented here at market value. |
3. Currency Translation
Assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies and commitments under forward currency exchange contracts are translated into U.S. dollars at the mean of the quoted bid and ask prices of such currencies against the U.S. dollar. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities are translated into U.S. dollars at the rates of exchange prevailing when such securities were acquired or sold. Income and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars at rates of exchange prevailing when accrued.
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Net realized gain or loss on foreign currency transactions represents foreign exchange gains and losses from sales and maturities of foreign fixed income investments, holding of foreign currencies, currency gains or losses realized between the trade and settlement dates on foreign investment transactions, and the difference between the amounts of dividends, interest and foreign withholding taxes recorded on the Fund’s books and the U.S. dollar equivalent amounts actually received or paid. Net unrealized currency gains and losses from valuing foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities at period end exchange rates are reflected as a component of net unrealized appreciation or depreciation of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities.
4. Taxes
It is the Fund’s policy to meet the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute all of its investment company taxable income and net realized gains, if any, to shareholders. Therefore, no provisions for federal income or excise taxes are required. The Fund may be subject to taxes imposed by countries in which it invests. Such taxes are generally based on income and/or capital gains earned or repatriated. Taxes are accrued and applied to net investment income, net realized gains and net unrealized appreciation/depreciation as such income and/or gains are earned. The Fund files withholding tax reclaims in certain jurisdictions to recover a portion of amounts previously withheld. The Fund may record a reclaim receivable based on, among other things, a jurisdiction’s legal obligation to pay reclaims as well as payment history and market convention.
In consideration of recent decisions rendered by the European courts, the Fund received reclaims filed to recover taxes withheld on dividends earned from certain European Union countries during calendar years 2018 through 2020. These filings are subject to various administrative and judicial proceedings within these countries. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund successfully recovered taxes withheld by France which is reflected in the statement of operations. No other amounts for additional tax reclaims are disclosed in the financial statements due to the uncertainty as to the ultimate resolution of proceedings, the likelihood of receipt of these reclaims, and the potential timing of payment.
If, during a taxable year, the Subsidiary’s taxable losses (and other deductible items) exceed its income and gains, the net loss will not pass through to the Fund as a deductible amount for federal income tax purposes. Note that the loss from the Subsidiary’s contemplated activities also cannot be carried forward to reduce future Subsidiary’s income in subsequent years. However, if the Subsidiary’s taxable gains exceed its losses and other deductible items during a taxable year, the net gain will pass through to the Fund as income for federal income tax purposes.
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In accordance with U.S. GAAP requirements regarding accounting for uncertainties in income taxes, management has analyzed the Fund’s tax positions taken or expected to be taken on federal and state income tax returns for all open tax years (the current and the prior three tax years) and has concluded that no provision for income tax is required in the Fund’s consolidated financial statements.
5. Investment Income and Investment Transactions
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date or as soon as the Fund is informed of the dividend. Interest income is accrued daily. Investment transactions are accounted for on the date the securities are purchased or sold. Investment gains or losses are determined on the identified cost basis. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date at the fair value of the securities received. The Fund amortizes premiums and accretes discounts as adjustments to interest income. The Fund accounts for distributions received from REIT investments or from regulated investment companies as dividend income, realized gain, or return of capital based on information provided by the REIT or the investment company.
6. Class Allocations
All income earned and expenses incurred by the Fund are borne on a pro-rata basis by each outstanding class of shares, based on the proportionate interest in the Fund represented by the net assets of such class, except for class specific expenses which are allocated to the respective class. Expenses of the Company are charged proportionately to each fund or based on other appropriate methods. Realized and unrealized gains and losses are allocated among the various share classes based on respective net assets.
7. Dividends and Distributions
Dividends and distributions to shareholders, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gains distributions are determined in accordance with federal tax regulations and may differ from those determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on their federal tax basis treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
NOTE B
Advisory Fee and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Under the terms of the investment advisory agreement, the Fund pays the Adviser an advisory fee at an annual rate of .75% of the Fund’s average daily net assets. The Adviser agreed to waive its fees and bear certain expenses to the extent necessary to limit total operating expenses (excluding extraordinary expenses, interest expense, and acquired fund
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fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual Funds in which the Fund may invest) on an annual basis (the “Expense Caps”) to 1.30%, 2.05%, 1.05%, 1.55%, 1.30%, 1.05%, 1.30%, 1.05% and 1.05% of daily average net assets for Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I, Class 1, Class 2 and Class Z shares, respectively. This fee waiver and/or expense reimbursement agreement will remain in effect until January 31, 2024. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such reimbursement amounted to $17.
The Subsidiary has entered into a separate agreement with the Adviser for the management of the Subsidiary’s portfolio. The Adviser receives no compensation from the Subsidiary for its services under the agreement.
Pursuant to the investment advisory agreement, the Fund may reimburse the Adviser for certain legal and accounting services provided to the Fund by the Adviser. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the reimbursement for such services amounted to $45,259.
The Fund compensates AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. (“ABIS”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, under a Transfer Agency Agreement for providing personnel and facilities to perform transfer agency services for the Fund. ABIS may make payments to intermediaries that provide omnibus account services, sub-accounting services and/or networking services. Such compensation retained by ABIS amounted to $88,288 for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, serves as the distributor of the Fund’s shares. The Distributor has advised the Fund that it has retained front-end sales charges of $594 from the sale of Class A shares and received $2 and $0 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed upon redemptions by shareholders of Class A and Class C shares, respectively, for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
The Fund may invest in AB Government Money Market Portfolio (the “Government Money Market Portfolio”) which has a contractual annual advisory fee rate of ..20% of the portfolio’s average daily net assets and bears its own expenses. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive .10% of the advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio (resulting in a net advisory fee of .10%) until August 31, 2023. In connection with the investment by the Fund in Government Money Market Portfolio, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of the effective advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio, as borne indirectly by the Fund as an acquired fund fee and expense. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such waiver amounted to $137,104.
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A summary of the Fund’s transactions in AB mutual funds for the six months ended April 30, 2023 is as follows:
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Fund | | Market Value 10/31/22 (000) | | | Purchases at Cost (000) | | | Sales Proceeds (000) | | | Market Value 4/30/23 (000) | | | Dividend Income (000) | |
Government Money Market Portfolio | | $ | 284,520 | | | $ | 368,998 | | | $ | 370,879 | | | $ | 282,639 | | | $ | 5,726 | |
Government Money Market Portfolio* | | | 5,936 | | | | 62,476 | | | | 62,263 | | | | 6,149 | | | | 53 | |
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Total | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 288,788 | | | $ | 5,779 | |
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* | Investments of cash collateral for securities lending transactions (see Note E). |
During the year ended October 31, 2022, the Adviser reimbursed the Fund $1,612 for trading losses incurred due to a trade entry error.
NOTE C
Distribution Services Agreement
The Fund has adopted a Distribution Services Agreement (the “Agreement”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Under the Agreement, the Fund pays distribution and servicing fees to AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (the “Distributor”) at an annual rate of up to .30% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares, 1% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C shares, .50% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares, .25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares and .25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class 1 shares. There are no distribution and servicing fees on the Advisor Class, Class I, Class 2 and Class Z shares. Payments under the Plan in respect of Class A shares are currently limited to an annual rate of .25% of Class A shares’ average daily net assets. The fees are accrued daily and paid monthly. The Agreement provides that the Distributor will use such payments in their entirety for distribution assistance and promotional activities. Since the commencement of the Fund’s operations, the Distributor has incurred expenses in excess of the distribution costs reimbursed by the Fund in the amounts of $160,477, $17,034, $19,742 and $1,943,739 for Class C, Class R, Class K and Class 1 shares, respectively. While such costs may be recovered from the Fund in future periods so long as the Agreement is in effect, the rate of the distribution and servicing fees payable under the Agreement may not be increased without a shareholder vote. In accordance with the Agreement, there is no provision for recovery of unreimbursed distribution costs incurred by the Distributor beyond the current fiscal year for Class A shares. The Agreement also provides that the Adviser may use its own resources to finance the distribution of the Fund’s shares.
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NOTE D
Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) for the six months ended April 30, 2023 were as follows:
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| | Purchases | | | Sales | |
Investment securities (excluding U.S. government securities) | | $ | 211,770,458 | | | $ | 363,590,194 | |
U.S. government securities | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
The cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was substantially the same as the cost for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, gross unrealized appreciation and unrealized depreciation are as follows:
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Gross unrealized appreciation | | $ | 75,683,880 | |
Gross unrealized depreciation | | | (50,729,734 | ) |
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Net unrealized appreciation | | $ | 24,954,146 | |
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1. Derivative Financial Instruments
The Fund may use derivatives in an effort to earn income and enhance returns, to replace more traditional direct investments, to obtain exposure to otherwise inaccessible markets (collectively, “investment purposes”), or to hedge or adjust the risk profile of its portfolio.
The principal types of derivatives utilized by the Fund, as well as the methods in which they may be used are:
The Fund may buy or sell futures for investment purposes or for the purpose of hedging its portfolio against adverse effects of potential movements in the market. The Fund bears the market risk that arises from changes in the value of these instruments and the imperfect correlation between movements in the price of the futures and movements in the price of the assets, reference rates or indices which they are designed to track. Among other things, the Fund may purchase or sell futures for foreign currencies or options thereon for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investment in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
At the time the Fund enters into futures, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the exchange on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the consolidated statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the
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Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for exchange-traded futures is generally less than privately negotiated futures, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each exchange-traded future, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Use of long futures subjects the Fund to risk of loss in excess of the amounts shown on the consolidated statement of assets and liabilities, up to the notional value of the futures. Use of short futures subjects the Fund to unlimited risk of loss. Under some circumstances, futures exchanges may establish daily limits on the amount that the price of futures can vary from the previous day’s settlement price, which could effectively prevent liquidation of unfavorable positions.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held futures for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
| • | | Forward Currency Exchange Contracts |
The Fund may enter into forward currency exchange contracts in order to hedge its exposure to changes in foreign currency exchange rates on its foreign portfolio holdings, to hedge certain firm purchase and sale commitments denominated in foreign currencies and for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investments in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
A forward currency exchange contract is a commitment to purchase or sell a foreign currency at a future date at a negotiated forward rate. The gain or loss arising from the difference between the original contract and the closing of such contract would be included in net realized gain or loss on forward currency exchange contracts. Fluctuations in the value of open forward currency exchange contracts are recorded for financial reporting purposes as unrealized appreciation and/or depreciation by the Fund. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of a contract and from unanticipated movements in the value of a foreign currency relative to the U.S. dollar.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held forward currency exchange contracts for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The Fund may enter into swaps to hedge its exposure to interest rates, credit risk, equity markets or currencies. The Fund may also enter into swaps for non-hedging purposes as a means of gaining market exposures, making direct investments in foreign currencies, as
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described below under “Currency Transactions” or in order to take a “long” or “short” position with respect to an underlying referenced asset described below under “Total Return Swaps”. A swap is an agreement that obligates two parties to exchange a series of cash flows at specified intervals based upon or calculated by reference to changes in specified prices or rates for a specified amount of an underlying asset. The payment flows are usually netted against each other, with the difference being paid by one party to the other. In addition, collateral may be pledged or received by the Fund in accordance with the terms of the respective swaps to provide value and recourse to the Fund or its counterparties in the event of default, bankruptcy or insolvency by one of the parties to the swap.
Risks may arise as a result of the failure of the counterparty to the swap to comply with the terms of the swap. The loss incurred by the failure of a counterparty is generally limited to the net interim payment to be received by the Fund, and/or the termination value at the end of the contract. Therefore, the Fund considers the creditworthiness of each counterparty to a swap in evaluating potential counterparty risk. This risk is mitigated by having a netting arrangement between the Fund and the counterparty and by the posting of collateral by the counterparty to the Fund to cover the Fund’s exposure to the counterparty. Additionally, risks may arise from unanticipated movements in interest rates or in the value of the underlying securities. The Fund accrues for the interim payments on swaps on a daily basis, with the net amount recorded within unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the consolidated statement of assets and liabilities, where applicable. Once the interim payments are settled in cash, the net amount is recorded as realized gain/(loss) on swaps on the consolidated statement of operations, in addition to any realized gain/(loss) recorded upon the termination of swaps. Upfront premiums paid or received for swaps are recognized as cost or proceeds on the consolidated statement of assets and liabilities and are amortized on a straight line basis over the life of the contract. Amortized upfront premiums are included in net realized gain/(loss) from swaps on the consolidated statement of operations. Fluctuations in the value of swaps are recorded as a component of net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the consolidated statement of operations.
Certain standardized swaps, including certain interest rate swaps and credit default swaps, are (or soon will be) subject to mandatory central clearing. Cleared swaps are transacted through futures commission merchants (“FCMs”) that are members of central clearinghouses, with the clearinghouse serving as central counterparty, similar to transactions in futures contracts. Centralized clearing will be required for additional categories of swaps on a phased-in basis based on requirements published by the Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
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At the time the Fund enters into a centrally cleared swap, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the clearinghouse on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the consolidated statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for centrally cleared swaps is generally less than non-centrally cleared swaps, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each centrally cleared swap, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Inflation (CPI) Swaps:
Inflation swap agreements are contracts in which one party agrees to pay the cumulative percentage increase in a price index (the Consumer Price Index with respect to CPI swaps) over the term of the swap (with some lag on the inflation index), and the other pays a compounded fixed rate. Inflation swaps may be used to protect the net asset value, or NAV, of a Fund against an unexpected change in the rate of inflation measured by an inflation index since the value of these agreements is expected to increase if there are unexpected inflation increases.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held inflation (CPI) swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
Total Return Swaps:
The Fund may enter into total return swaps in order to take a “long” or “short” position with respect to an underlying referenced asset. The Fund is subject to market price volatility of the underlying referenced asset. A total return swap involves commitments to pay interest in exchange for a market linked return based on a notional amount. To the extent that the total return of the security, group of securities or index underlying the transaction exceeds or falls short of the offsetting interest obligation, the Fund will receive a payment from or make a payment to the counterparty.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held total return swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
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The Fund typically enters into International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreements (“ISDA Master Agreement”) with its OTC derivative contract counterparties in order to, among other things, reduce its credit risk to OTC counterparties. ISDA Master Agreements include provisions for general obligations, representations, collateral and events of default or termination. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund typically may offset with the OTC counterparty certain derivative financial instruments’ payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment (close-out netting) in the event of default or termination. In the event of a default by an OTC counterparty, the return of collateral with market value in excess of the Fund’s net liability, held by the defaulting party, may be delayed or denied.
The Fund’s ISDA Master Agreements may contain provisions for early termination of OTC derivative transactions in the event the net assets of the Fund decline below specific levels (“net asset contingent features”). If these levels are triggered, the Fund’s OTC counterparty has the right to terminate such transaction and require the Fund to pay or receive a settlement amount in connection with the terminated transaction. If OTC derivatives were held at period end, please refer to netting arrangements by the OTC counterparty table below for additional details.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund had entered into the following derivatives:
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| | Asset Derivatives | | | Liability Derivatives | |
Derivative Type | | Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
Equity contracts | | | | | | | | Payable for variation margin on futures | | $ | 447,051 | * |
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Commodity contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on futures | | $ | 3,767,302 | * | | Payable for variation margin on futures | | | 3,016,526 | * |
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Foreign currency contracts | | Unrealized appreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 4,891,251 | | | Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 3,583,853 | |
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Interest rate contracts | | Unrealized appreciation on inflation swaps | | | 4,029,785 | | | | | | | |
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| | Asset Derivatives | | | Liability Derivatives | |
Derivative Type | | Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Consolidated Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
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Commodity contracts | | | | | | | | Unrealized depreciation on total return swaps | | $ | 170,292 | |
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Equity contracts | | Unrealized appreciation on total return swaps | | $ | 335,718 | | | Unrealized depreciation on total return swaps | | | 911,498 | |
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Total | | | | $ | 13,024,056 | | | | | $ | 8,129,220 | |
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* | Only variation margin receivable/payable at period end is reported within the consolidated statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the consolidated portfolio of investments. |
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Derivative Type | | Location of Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives Within Consolidated Statement of Operations | | Realized Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives | | | Change in Unrealized Appreciation or (Depreciation) | |
Equity contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on futures; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of futures | | $ | (842,529 | ) | | $ | (668,432 | ) |
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Commodity contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on futures; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of futures | | | (29,291,395 | ) | | | 10,524,011 | |
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Foreign currency contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on forward currency exchange contracts; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of forward currency exchange contracts | | | (2,197,799 | ) | | | 1,123,952 | |
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Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | | 2,277,000 | | | | (3,874,276 | ) |
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Derivative Type | | Location of Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives Within Consolidated Statement of Operations | | Realized Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives | | | Change in Unrealized Appreciation or (Depreciation) | |
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Commodity contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | (170,292 | ) |
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Equity contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | | 4,151,424 | | | | (4,112,521 | ) |
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Total | | | | $ | (25,903,299 | ) | | $ | 2,822,442 | |
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The following table represents the average monthly volume of the Fund’s derivative transactions during the six months ended April 30, 2023:
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Futures: | | | | |
Average notional amount of buy contracts | | $ | 318,394,917 | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 30,343,888 | |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts: | | | | |
Average principal amount of buy contracts | | $ | 287,487,938 | |
Average principal amount of sale contracts | | $ | 287,618,107 | |
Inflation Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 237,592,857 | |
Total Return Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 65,246,584 | |
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the consolidated statement of assets and liabilities.
All OTC derivatives held at period end were subject to netting arrangements. The following table presents the Fund’s derivative assets and liabilities by OTC counterparty net of amounts available for offset under ISDA Master Agreements (“MA”) and net of the related collateral received/pledged by the Fund as of April 30, 2023. Exchange-traded derivatives and centrally cleared swaps are not subject to netting arrangements and as such are excluded from the table.
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Counterparty | | Derivative Assets Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Received* | | | Security Collateral Received* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Assets | |
Bank of America, NA | | $ | 1,529,046 | | | $ | (1,503,164 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 25,882 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | | 507,478 | | | | (507,478 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
BNP Paribas SA | | | 4,379 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,379 | |
Citibank, NA | | | 270,641 | | | | (270,641 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Deutsche Bank AG | | | 1,324,495 | | | | (100,207 | ) | | | (660,000 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | 564,288 | |
Goldman Sachs Bank USA/Goldman Sachs International | | | 4,109,499 | | | | (35,232 | ) | | | (3,880,000 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | 194,267 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | 93,632 | | | | (32,158 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 61,474 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | | 918,417 | | | | (127,312 | ) | | | (450,000 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | 341,105 | |
Natwest Markets PLC | | | 27,332 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 27,332 | |
Standard Chartered Bank | | | 12,055 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 12,055 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | | 69,126 | | | | (42,516 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 26,610 | |
UBS AG | | | 390,654 | | | | (390,654 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Total | | $ | 9,256,754 | | | $ | (3,009,362 | ) | | $ | (4,990,000 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 1,257,392 | ^ |
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Counterparty | | Derivative Liabilities Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Pledged* | | | Security Collateral Pledged* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities | |
Bank of America, NA | | $ | 1,503,164 | | | $ | (1,503,164 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – |
Bank of New York (The) | | | 16,629 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 16,629 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | | 1,411,080 | | | | (507,478 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 903,602 | |
Citibank, NA | | | 300,631 | | | | (270,641 | ) | | | (29,990 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Deutsche Bank AG | | | 100,207 | | | | (100,207 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Goldman Sachs Bank USA/Goldman Sachs International | | | 35,232 | | | | (35,232 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | 32,158 | | | | (32,158 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | | 127,312 | | | | (127,312 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | | 42,516 | | | | (42,516 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
UBS AG | | | 926,422 | | | | (390,654 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 535,768 | |
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Total | | $ | 4,495,351 | | | $ | (3,009,362 | ) | | $ | (29,990 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 1,455,999 | ^ |
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* | The actual collateral received/pledged may be more than the amount reported due to over-collateralization. |
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^ | Net amount represents the net receivable/payable that would be due from/to the counterparty in the event of default or termination. The net amount from OTC financial derivative instruments can only be netted across transactions governed under the same master agreement with the same counterparty. |
AllianceBernstein Cayman Inflation Strategy, Ltd.
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Counterparty | | Derivative Liabilities Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Pledged* | | | Security Collateral Pledged* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities | |
Merrill Lynch International | | $ | 170,292 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | (170,292 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – |
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Total | | $ | 170,292 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | (170,292 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 0 | ^ |
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* | The actual collateral received/pledged may be more than the amount reported due to over-collateralization. |
^ | Net amount represents the net receivable/payable that would be due from/to the counterparty in the event of default or termination. The net amount from OTC financial derivative instruments can only be netted across transactions governed under the same master agreement with the same counterparty. |
2. Currency Transactions
The Fund may invest in non-U.S. Dollar-denominated securities on a currency hedged or unhedged basis. The Fund may seek investment opportunities by taking long or short positions in currencies through the use of currency-related derivatives, including forward currency exchange contracts, futures and options on futures, swaps, and other options. The Fund may enter into transactions for investment opportunities when it anticipates that a foreign currency will appreciate or depreciate in value but securities denominated in that currency are not held by the Fund and do not present attractive investment opportunities. Such transactions may also be used when the Adviser believes that it may be more efficient than a direct investment in a foreign currency-denominated security. The Fund may also conduct currency exchange contracts on a spot basis (i.e., for cash at the spot rate prevailing in the currency exchange market for buying or selling currencies).
NOTE E
Securities Lending
The Fund may enter into securities lending transactions. Under the Fund’s securities lending program, all loans of securities will be collateralized continually by cash collateral and/or non-cash collateral. Non-cash collateral will include only securities issued or guaranteed by the U.S. government or its agencies or instrumentalities. The Fund cannot sell or repledge any non-cash collateral, such collateral will not be reflected in the portfolio of investments. If a loan is collateralized by cash, the Fund will be compensated for the loan from a portion of the net return from the income earned on cash collateral after a rebate is paid to the borrower (in some cases, this rebate may be a “negative rebate” or fee paid by the borrower to the Fund in connection with the loan), and payments are made for fees of the securities lending agent and for certain other administrative expenses. If the Fund receives non-cash collateral, the Fund will receive a fee from the
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borrower generally equal to a negotiated percentage of the market value of the loaned securities. The Fund will have the right to call a loan and obtain the securities loaned at any time on notice to the borrower within the normal and customary settlement time for the securities. While the securities are on loan, the borrower is obligated to pay the Fund amounts equal to any dividend income or other distributions from the securities; however, these distributions will not be afforded the same preferential tax treatment as qualified dividends. The Fund will not be able to exercise voting rights with respect to any securities during the existence of a loan, but will have the right to regain ownership of loaned securities in order to exercise voting or other ownership rights. Collateral received and securities loaned are marked to market daily to ensure that the securities loaned are secured by collateral. The lending agent currently invests the cash collateral received in Government Money Market Portfolio, an eligible money market vehicle, in accordance with the investment restrictions of the Fund, and as approved by the Board. The collateral received on securities loaned is recorded as an asset as well as a corresponding liability in the consolidated statement of assets and liabilities. The collateral will be adjusted the next business day to maintain the required collateral amount. The amounts of securities lending income from the borrowers and Government Money Market Portfolio are reflected in the consolidated statement of operations. When the Fund earns net securities lending income from Government Money Market Portfolio, the income is inclusive of a rebate expense paid to the borrower. In connection with the cash collateral investment by the Fund in Government Money Market Portfolio, the Adviser has agreed to waive a portion of the Fund’s share of the advisory fees of Government Money Market Portfolio, as borne indirectly by the Fund as an acquired fund fee and expense. When the Fund lends securities, its investment performance will continue to reflect changes in the value of the securities loaned. A principal risk of lending portfolio securities is that the borrower may fail to return the loaned securities upon termination of the loan and that the collateral will not be sufficient to replace the loaned securities. The lending agent has agreed to indemnify the Fund in the case of default of any securities borrower.
A summary of the Fund’s transactions surrounding securities lending for the six months ended April 30, 2023 is as follows:
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Market Value of Securities on Loan* | | | Cash Collateral* | | | Market Value of Non-Cash Collateral* | | | Income from Borrowers | | | Income Earned | | | Advisory Fee Waived | |
$ | 17,161,638 | | | $ | 6,149,135 | | | $ | 12,195,993 | | | $ | 136,503 | | | $ | 53,151 | | | $ | 1,115 | |
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NOTE F
Capital Stock
Each class consists of 3,000,000,000 authorized shares. Transactions in capital shares for each class were as follows:
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 88,750 | | | | 349,177 | | | | | | | $ | 788,148 | | | $ | 3,423,280 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 56,810 | | | | 45,750 | | | | | | | | 497,656 | | | | 433,245 | | | | | |
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Shares converted from Class C | | | 59 | | | | 10,676 | | | | | | | | 520 | | | | 109,344 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (99,939 | ) | | | (164,526 | ) | | | | | | | (890,646 | ) | | | (1,613,537 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase | | | 45,680 | | | | 241,077 | | | | | | | $ | 395,678 | | | $ | 2,352,332 | | | | | |
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Class C | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 25 | | | | 55,339 | | | | | | | $ | 233 | | | $ | 550,702 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 4,357 | | | | 1,299 | | | | | | | | 39,079 | | | | 12,612 | | | | | |
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Shares converted to Class A | | | (57 | ) | | | (10,463 | ) | | | | | | | (520 | ) | | | (109,344 | ) | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (11,062 | ) | | | (2,901 | ) | | | | | | | (99,093 | ) | | | (28,381 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (6,737 | ) | | | 43,274 | | | | | | | $ | (60,301 | ) | | $ | 425,589 | | | | | |
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Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 533,114 | | | | 2,640,030 | | | | | | | $ | 4,670,881 | | | $ | 26,830,283 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 189,886 | | | | 135,873 | | | | | | | | 1,657,704 | | | | 1,282,638 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (1,009,308 | ) | | | (982,915 | ) | | | | | | | (8,879,223 | ) | | | (9,652,710 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (286,308 | ) | | | 1,792,988 | | | | | | | $ | (2,550,638 | ) | | $ | 18,460,211 | | | | | |
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Class R | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 886 | | | | 926 | | | | | | | $ | 7,991 | | | $ | 9,244 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 530 | | | | 591 | | | | | | | | 4,678 | | | | 5,634 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (1,059 | ) | | | (26 | ) | | | | | | | (9,821 | ) | | | (262 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase | | | 357 | | | | 1,491 | | | | | | | $ | 2,848 | | | $ | 14,616 | | | | | |
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class K | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 28,387 | | | | 123,524 | | | | | | | $ | 245,763 | | | $ | 1,212,120 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 9,361 | | | | 11,559 | | | | | | | | 80,877 | | | | 108,197 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (34,040 | ) | | | (125,956 | ) | | | | | | | (296,049 | ) | | | (1,234,185 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase | | | 3,708 | | | | 9,127 | | | | | | | $ | 30,591 | | | $ | 86,132 | | | | | |
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Class I | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 96,101 | | | | 541,727 | | | | | | | $ | 841,917 | | | $ | 5,327,187 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 233,628 | | | | 267,422 | | | | | | | | 2,013,871 | | | | 2,495,050 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (407,709 | ) | | | (315,402 | ) | | | | | | | (3,786,084 | ) | | | (3,078,805 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (77,980 | ) | | | 493,747 | | | | | | | $ | (930,296 | ) | | $ | 4,743,432 | | | | | |
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Class 1 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 7,601,148 | | | | 14,122,033 | | | | | | | $ | 65,343,932 | | | $ | 137,649,533 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 3,020,774 | | | | 5,191,186 | | | | | | | | 25,827,622 | | | | 48,122,290 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (6,451,888 | ) | | | (11,984,056 | ) | | | | | | | (56,382,483 | ) | | | (117,086,783 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase | | | 4,170,034 | | | | 7,329,163 | | | | | | | $ | 34,789,071 | | | $ | 68,685,040 | | | | | |
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Class Z | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 9,338 | | | | 14,904,457 | | | | | | | $ | 82,133 | | | $ | 150,963,872 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 3,055,896 | | | | 5,796,984 | | | | | | | | 26,372,384 | | | | 54,143,834 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (15,324,634 | ) | | | (41,035,392 | ) | | | | | | | (132,969,087 | ) | | | (392,751,333 | ) | | | | |
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Net decrease | | | (12,259,400 | ) | | | (20,333,951 | ) | | | | | | $ | (106,514,570 | ) | | $ | (187,643,627) | | | | | |
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There were no transactions in capital shares for Class 2 for the six months ended April 30, 2023 and the year ended October 31, 2022.
At April 30, 2023, certain AB mutual funds owned approximately 22% of the Fund’s outstanding shares. Significant transactions by such shareholder, if any, may impact the Fund’s performance.
NOTE G
Risks Involved in Investing in the Fund
Market Risk—The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the stock, commodity and bond markets fluctuate. The value of the Fund’s investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because
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of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
Credit Risk—An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security. Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings tend to have a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations.
Interest-Rate Risk—Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Commodity Risk—Investing in commodities and commodity-linked derivative instruments, either directly or through the Subsidiary, may subject the Fund to greater volatility than investments in traditional securities. The value of commodity-linked derivative instruments may be affected by changes in overall market movements, commodity index volatility, changes in interest rates, or factors affecting a particular industry or commodity, such as drought, floods, weather, livestock disease, embargoes, tariffs and international economic, political and regulatory developments.
Derivatives Risk—Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
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Leverage Risk—When the Fund borrows money or otherwise leverages its investments, its performance may be volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments. The Fund may create leverage through the use of reverse repurchase arrangements, forward currency exchange contracts, forward commitments, dollar rolls or futures or by borrowing money. The use of other types of derivative instruments by the Fund, such as options and swaps, may also result in a form of leverage. Leverage may result in higher returns to the Fund than if the Fund were not leveraged, but may also adversely affect returns, particularly if the market is declining.
Inflation Risk—This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities.
Illiquid Investments Risk—Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes and large positions. Foreign fixed-income securities may have more illiquid investments risk because secondary trading markets for these securities may be smaller and less well developed and the securities may trade less frequently. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally go down.
Foreign (Non-U.S.) Risk—Investments in securities of non-U.S. issuers may involve more risk than those of U.S. issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Currency Risk—Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments or reduce its returns.
Subsidiary Risk—By investing in the Subsidiary, the Fund is indirectly exposed to the risks associated with the Subsidiary’s investments. The derivatives and other investments held by the Subsidiary are generally similar to those that are permitted to be held by the Fund and are subject to the same risks that apply to similar investments if held directly by the Fund. The Subsidiary is not registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the “1940 Act”), and, unless otherwise noted in the Fund’s prospectus, is not subject to all of the investor protections of the
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1940 Act. However, the Fund wholly owns and controls the Subsidiary, and the Fund and the Subsidiary are managed by the Adviser, making it unlikely the Subsidiary will take actions contrary to the interests of the Fund or its shareholders.
Real Estate Risk—The Fund’s investments in real estate securities have many of the same risks as direct ownership of real estate, including the risk that the value of real estate could decline due to a variety of factors that affect the real estate market generally. Investments in REITs, may have additional risks. REITs are dependent on the capability of their managers, may have limited diversification, and could be significantly affected by changes in taxes.
Non-Diversification Risk—The Fund may have more risk because it is “non-diversified”, meaning that it can invest more of its assets in a smaller number of issuers. Accordingly, changes in the value of a single security may have a more significant effect, either negative or positive, on the Fund’s NAV.
LIBOR Transition and Associated Risk—The Fund may be exposed to debt securities, derivatives or other financial instruments that utilize the London Interbank Offered Rate, or “LIBOR,” as a “benchmark” or “reference rate” for various interest rate calculations. In 2017, the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”), which regulates LIBOR, announced a desire to phase out the use of LIBOR by the end of 2021. As announced by the FCA and LIBOR’s administrator, ICE Benchmark Administration, most LIBOR settings (which reflect LIBOR rates quoted in different currencies over various time periods) have not been published since the end of 2021, but the most widely used U.S. Dollar LIBOR settings are expected to continue to be published until June 30, 2023. However, banks were strongly encouraged to cease entering into agreements with counterparties referencing LIBOR by the end of 2021. It is possible that a subset of LIBOR settings will be published after these dates on a “synthetic” basis, but any such publications would be considered non-representative of the underlying market. Since 2018 the Federal Reserve Bank of New York has published the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (referred to as SOFR), which is intended to replace U.S. Dollar LIBOR. SOFR is a broad measure of the cost of borrowing cash overnight collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities in the repurchase agreement (repo) market and has been used increasingly on a voluntary basis in new instruments and transactions. In addition, on March 15, 2022, the Adjustable Interest Rate Act was signed into law. This law provides a statutory fallback mechanism to replace LIBOR with a benchmark rate that is selected by the Federal Reserve Board and based on SOFR for certain contracts that reference LIBOR without adequate fallback provisions. On
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December 16, 2022, the Federal Reserve Board adopted regulations implementing the law by identifying benchmark rates based on SOFR that will replace LIBOR in different categories of financial contracts after June 30, 2023. The regulations include provisions that (i) provide a safe harbor for selection or use of a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; (ii) clarify who may choose the replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; and (iii) ensure that contracts adopting a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board will not be interrupted or terminated following the replacement of LIBOR.
The elimination of LIBOR or changes to other reference rates or any other changes or reforms to the determination or supervision of reference rates could have an adverse impact on the market for, or value of, any securities or payments linked to those reference rates, which may adversely affect the Fund’s performance and/or NAV. Uncertainty and risk also remain regarding the willingness and ability of issuers and lenders to include revised provisions in new and existing contracts or instruments. Consequently, the transition from LIBOR to other reference rates may lead to increased volatility and illiquidity in markets that are tied to LIBOR, fluctuations in values of LIBOR-related investments or investments in issuers that utilize LIBOR, increased difficulty in borrowing or refinancing and diminished effectiveness of hedging strategies, potentially adversely affecting the Fund’s performance. Furthermore, the risks associated with the expected discontinuation of LIBOR and transition may be exacerbated if the work necessary to effect an orderly transition to an alternative reference rate is not completed in a timely manner. Neither the effect of the LIBOR transition process nor its ultimate success can yet be known.
Indemnification Risk—In the ordinary course of business, the Fund enters into contracts that contain a variety of indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown. However, the Fund has not had prior claims or losses pursuant to these indemnification provisions and expects the risk of loss thereunder to be remote. Therefore, the Fund has not accrued any liability in connection with these indemnification provisions.
Management Risk—The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively-managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
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NOTE H
Joint Credit Facility
A number of open-end mutual funds managed by the Adviser, including the Fund, participate in a $325 million revolving credit facility (the “Facility”) intended to provide short-term financing related to redemptions and other short term liquidity requirements, subject to certain restrictions. Commitment fees related to the Facility are paid by the participating funds and are included in miscellaneous expenses in the consolidated statement of operations. The Fund did not utilize the Facility during the six months ended April 30, 2023.
NOTE I
Distributions to Shareholders
The tax character of distributions to be paid for the year ending October 31, 2023 will be determined at the end of the current fiscal year. The tax character of distributions paid during the fiscal years ended October 31, 2022 and October 31, 2021 were as follows:
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| | 2022 | | | 2021 | |
Distributions paid from: | | | | | | | | |
Ordinary income | | $ | 120,834,691 | | | $ | 34,109,559 | |
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Total distributions paid | | $ | 120,834,691 | | | $ | 34,109,559 | |
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As of October 31, 2022, the components of accumulated earnings (deficit) on a tax basis were as follows:
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Undistributed ordinary income | | $ | 77,586,580 | |
Accumulated capital and other losses | | | (18,244,552 | )(a) |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (366,906,504 | )(b) |
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Total accumulated earnings (deficit) | | $ | (307,564,476 | )(c) |
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(a) | As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net capital loss carryforward of $18,244,552. During the fiscal year, the Fund utilized $43,146,571 of capital loss carry forwards to offset current year net realized gains. |
(b) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) are attributable primarily to the recognition for tax purposes of unrealized gains/losses on certain derivative instruments, the tax treatment of passive foreign investment companies (PFICs), the tax treatment of earnings from the Subsidiary, the tax treatment of swaps, and the tax deferral of losses on wash sales. |
(c) | The difference between book-basis and tax-basis components of accumulated earnings (deficit) are attributable primarily to the accrual of foreign capital gains tax. |
For tax purposes, net realized capital losses may be carried over to offset future capital gains, if any. Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses for an indefinite period, and such losses will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net short-term capital loss carryforward of $18,244,552, which may be carried forward for an indefinite period.
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NOTE J
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In December 2022, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued an Accounting Standards Update, ASU 2022-06, “Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848)—Deferral of the Sunset Date of Topic 848”. ASU 2022-06 is an amendment to ASU 2020-04, which provided optional guidance to ease the potential accounting burden due to the discontinuation of the LIBOR and other interbank-offered based reference rates and which was effective as of March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. ASU 2022-06 extends the effective period through December 31, 2024. Management is currently evaluating the impact, if any, of applying ASU 2022-06.
NOTE K
Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated subsequent events for possible recognition or disclosure in the consolidated financial statements through the date the consolidated financial statements are issued. Management has determined that there are no material events that would require disclosure in the Fund’s consolidated financial statements through this date.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class A | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.14 | | | | $ 10.81 | | | | $ 7.65 | | | | $ 8.66 | | | | $ 8.53 | | | | $ 8.90 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .10 | | | | .14 | | | | .27 | | | | .09 | | | | .12 | | | | .14 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .24 | | | | (.86 | ) | | | 3.14 | | | | (.96 | ) | | | .13 | | | | (.23 | ) |
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Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .34 | | | | (.72 | ) | | | 3.41 | | | | (.87 | ) | | | .25 | | | | (.09 | ) |
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Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.71 | ) | | | (.95 | ) | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.14 | ) | | | (.12 | ) | | | (.28 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.77 | | | | $ 9.14 | | | | $ 10.81 | | | | $ 7.65 | | | | $ 8.66 | | | | $ 8.53 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d)* | | | 3.72 | % | | | (7.01 | )% | | | 45.48 | %+ | | | (10.11 | )% | | | 2.97 | % | | | (1.11 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $6,817 | | | | $6,690 | | | | $5,306 | | | | $6,926 | | | | $10,634 | | | | $11,478 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | 1.19 | %^ | | | 1.16 | % | | | 1.29 | % | | | 1.29 | % | | | 1.30 | % | | | 1.26 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | 1.22 | %^ | | | 1.18 | % | | | 1.39 | % | | | 1.40 | % | | | 1.32 | % | | | 1.27 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 2.26 | %^ | | | 1.46 | % | | | 2.86 | % | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.42 | % | | | 1.52 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 30 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 88 | % | | | 100 | % | | | 141 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
|
‡ Expense ratios exclude the estimated acquired fund fees of the affiliated/unaffiliated underlying | |
portfolios | | | .03 | %^ | | | .03 | % | | | .03 | % | | | .04 | % | | | .02 | % | | | .03 | % |
See footnote summary on page 83.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class C | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.31 | | | | $ 10.86 | | | | $ 7.66 | | | | $ 8.63 | | | | $ 8.49 | | | | $ 8.83 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss)(a)(b) | | | .07 | | | | .07 | | | | (.49 | ) | | | .03 | | | | .06 | | | | .07 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .24 | | | | (.89 | ) | | | 3.86 | | | | (.95 | ) | | | .11 | | | | (.23 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .31 | | | | (.82 | ) | | | 3.37 | | | | (.92 | ) | | | .17 | | | | (.16 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.67 | ) | | | (.73 | ) | | | (.17 | ) | | | (.05 | ) | | | (.03 | ) | | | (.18 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.95 | | | | $ 9.31 | | | | $ 10.86 | | | | $ 7.66 | | | | $ 8.63 | | | | $ 8.49 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d)* | | | 3.38 | % | | | (7.71 | )% | | | 44.41 | % | | | (10.74 | )%+ | | | 2.05 | %+ | | | (1.82 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $492 | | | | $574 | | | | $199 | | | | $508 | | | | $754 | | | | $1,225 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | 1.94 | %^ | | | 1.94 | % | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.05 | % | | | 2.01 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | 1.97 | %^ | | | 1.96 | % | | | 2.19 | % | | | 2.15 | % | | | 2.07 | % | | | 2.02 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss)(b) | | | 1.50 | %^ | | | .72 | % | | | (5.20 | )% | | | .34 | % | | | .66 | % | | | .78 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 30 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 88 | % | | | 100 | % | | | 141 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
|
‡ Expense ratios exclude the estimated acquired fund fees of the affiliated/unaffiliated underlying | |
portfolios | | | .03 | %^ | | | .03 | % | | | .03 | % | | | .04 | % | | | .02 | % | | | .03 | % |
See footnote summary on page 83.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Advisor Class | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.14 | | | | $ 10.79 | | | | $ 7.63 | | | | $ 8.63 | | | | $ 8.51 | | | | $ 8.89 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .11 | | | | .17 | | | | .16 | | | | .11 | | | | .14 | | | | .16 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .23 | | | | (.87 | ) | | | 3.27 | | | | (.95 | ) | | | .12 | | | | (.24 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .34 | | | | (.70 | ) | | | 3.43 | | | | (.84 | ) | | | .26 | | | | (.08 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.73 | ) | | | (.95 | ) | | | (.27 | ) | | | (.16 | ) | | | (.14 | ) | | | (.30 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.75 | | | | $ 9.14 | | | | $ 10.79 | | | | $ 7.63 | | | | $ 8.63 | | | | $ 8.51 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d)* | | | 3.73 | % | | | (6.64 | )% | | | 45.82 | %+ | | | (9.79 | )% | | | 3.15 | % | | | (.96 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $27,869 | | | | $31,703 | | | | $18,096 | | | | $11,761 | | | | $18,611 | | | | $26,030 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | .94 | %^ | | | .91 | % | | | 1.04 | % | | | 1.04 | % | | | 1.05 | % | | | 1.01 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | .97 | %^ | | | .93 | % | | | 1.17 | % | | | 1.14 | % | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.02 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 2.51 | %^ | | | 1.75 | % | | | 1.60 | % | | | 1.33 | % | | | 1.66 | % | | | 1.77 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 30 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 88 | % | | | 100 | % | | | 141 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
|
‡ Expense ratios exclude the estimated acquired fund fees of the affiliated/unaffiliated underlying | |
portfolios | | | .03 | %^ | | | .03 | % | | | .03 | % | | | .04 | % | | | .02 | % | | | .03 | % |
See footnote summary on page 83.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class R | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.16 | | | | $ 10.83 | | | | $ 7.53 | | | | $ 8.53 | | | | $ 8.40 | | | | $ 8.79 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss)(a)(b) | | | .09 | | | | .11 | | | | (.02 | ) | | | .07 | | | | .10 | | | | .11 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .23 | | | | (.88 | ) | | | 3.41 | | | | (.95 | ) | | | .11 | | | | (.23 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .32 | | | | (.77 | ) | | | 3.39 | | | | (.88 | ) | | | .21 | | | | (.12 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.66 | ) | | | (.90 | ) | | | (.09 | ) | | | (.12 | ) | | | (.08 | ) | | | (.27 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.82 | | | | $ 9.16 | | | | $ 10.83 | | | | $ 7.53 | | | | $ 8.53 | | | | $ 8.40 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d)* | | | 3.51 | % | | | (7.32 | )% | | | 45.23 | %+ | | | (10.32 | )% | | | 2.62 | % | | | (1.47 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $71 | | | | $70 | | | | $67 | | | | $54 | | | | $271 | | | | $271 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | 1.53 | %^ | | | 1.53 | % | | | 1.54 | % | | | 1.54 | % | | | 1.55 | % | | | 1.55 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | 1.60 | %^ | | | 1.59 | % | | | 1.57 | % | | | 1.60 | % | | | 1.57 | % | | | 1.58 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss)(b) | | | 1.92 | %^ | | | 1.06 | % | | | (.19 | )% | | | .92 | % | | | 1.16 | % | | | 1.24 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 30 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 88 | % | | | 100 | % | | | 141 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
|
‡ Expense ratios exclude the estimated acquired fund fees of the affiliated/unaffiliated underlying | |
portfolios | | | .03 | %^ | | | .03 | % | | | .03 | % | | | .04 | % | | | .02 | % | | | .03 | % |
See footnote summary on page 83.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class K | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.02 | | | | $ 10.68 | | | | $ 7.55 | | | | $ 8.55 | | | | $ 8.42 | | | | $ 8.80 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss)(a)(b) | | | .10 | | | | .13 | | | | (.02 | ) | | | .08 | | | | .12 | | | | .13 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .23 | | | | (.85 | ) | | | 3.39 | | | | (.94 | ) | | | .13 | | | | (.23 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .33 | | | | (.72 | ) | | | 3.37 | | | | (.86 | ) | | | .25 | | | | (.10 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.70 | ) | | | (.94 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.14 | ) | | | (.12 | ) | | | (.28 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.65 | | | | $ 9.02 | | | | $ 10.68 | | | | $ 7.55 | | | | $ 8.55 | | | | $ 8.42 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d)* | | | 3.63 | % | | | (7.08 | )% | | | 45.60 | %+ | | | (10.10 | )% | | | 3.03 | % | | | (1.20 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $1,048 | | | | $1,059 | | | | $1,157 | | | | $1,453 | | | | $2,069 | | | | $2,604 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | 1.27 | %^ | | | 1.26 | % | | | 1.26 | % | | | 1.28 | % | | | 1.27 | % | | | 1.26 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | 1.29 | %^ | | | 1.28 | % | | | 1.28 | % | | | 1.29 | % | | | 1.28 | % | | | 1.27 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income (loss)(b) | | | 2.21 | %^ | | | 1.33 | % | | | (.18 | )% | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.44 | % | | | 1.52 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 30 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 88 | % | | | 100 | % | | | 141 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
|
‡ Expense ratios exclude the estimated acquired fund fees of the affiliated/unaffiliated underlying | |
portfolios | | | .03 | %^ | | | .03 | % | | | .03 | % | | | .04 | % | | | .02 | % | | | .03 | % |
See footnote summary on page 83.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class I | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.03 | | | | $ 10.70 | | | | $ 7.58 | | | | $ 8.58 | | | | $ 8.46 | | | | $ 8.83 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .11 | | | | .17 | | | | .09 | | | | .12 | | | | .15 | | | | .17 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .23 | | | | (.86 | ) | | | 3.32 | | | | (.94 | ) | | | .13 | | | | (.22 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .34 | | | | (.69 | ) | | | 3.41 | | | | (.82 | ) | | | .28 | | | | (.05 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.73 | ) | | | (.98 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.16 | ) | | | (.32 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.64 | | | | $ 9.03 | | | | $ 10.70 | | | | $ 7.58 | | | | $ 8.58 | | | | $ 8.46 | |
| | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d)* | | | 3.84 | % | | | (6.75 | )% | | | 46.03 | %+ | | | (9.76 | )% | | | 3.39 | % | | | (.69 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $25,413 | | | | $27,260 | | | | $27,013 | | | | $21,817 | | | | $23,541 | | | | $12,213 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | .84 | %^ | | | .86 | % | | | .84 | % | | | .86 | % | | | .85 | % | | | .83 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | .87 | %^ | | | .88 | % | | | .85 | % | | | .87 | % | | | .86 | % | | | .84 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 2.61 | %^ | | | 1.74 | % | | | .88 | % | | | 1.49 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.96 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 30 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 88 | % | | | 100 | % | | | 141 | % |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
|
‡ Expense ratios exclude the estimated acquired fund fees of the affiliated/unaffiliated underlying | |
portfolios | | | .03 | %^ | | | .03 | % | | | .03 | % | | | .04 | % | | | .02 | % | | | .03 | % |
See footnote summary on page 83.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class 1 | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 8.95 | | | | $ 10.61 | | | | $ 7.52 | | | | $ 8.51 | | | | $ 8.39 | | | | $ 8.76 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .10 | | | | .15 | | | | .13 | | | | .10 | | | | .13 | | | | .15 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .23 | | | | (.85 | ) | | | 3.23 | | | | (.93 | ) | | | .12 | | | | (.22 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .33 | | | | (.70 | ) | | | 3.36 | | | | (.83 | ) | | | .25 | | | | (.07 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.71 | ) | | | (.96 | ) | | | (.27 | ) | | | (.16 | ) | | | (.13 | ) | | | (.30 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.57 | | | | $ 8.95 | | | | $ 10.61 | | | | $ 7.52 | | | | $ 8.51 | | | | $ 8.39 | |
| | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d)* | | | 3.73 | % | | | (6.85 | )% | | | 45.63 | % | | | (9.94 | )% | | | 3.14 | % | | | (.92 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $646,886 | | | | $638,229 | | | | $678,946 | | | | $470,635 | | | | $608,485 | | | | $641,891 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | 1.09 | %^ | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.09 | % | | | 1.08 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | 1.12 | %^ | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.11 | % | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.08 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 2.37 | %^ | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.33 | % | | | 1.26 | % | | | 1.62 | % | | | 1.71 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 30 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 88 | % | | | 100 | % | | | 141 | % |
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‡ Expense ratios exclude the estimated acquired fund fees of the affiliated/unaffiliated underlying | |
portfolios | | | .03 | %^ | | | .03 | % | | | .03 | % | | | .04 | % | | | .02 | % | | | .03 | % |
See footnote summary on page 83.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class 2 | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.20 | | | | $ 10.88 | | | | $ 7.70 | | | | $ 8.71 | | | | $ 8.58 | | | | $ 8.96 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .12 | | | | .18 | | | | .14 | | | | .12 | | | | .16 | | | | .18 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .24 | | | | (.88 | ) | | | 3.33 | | | | (.95 | ) | | | .13 | | | | (.24 | ) |
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Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .36 | | | | (.70 | ) | | | 3.47 | | | | (.83 | ) | | | .29 | | | | (.06 | ) |
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Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.74 | ) | | | (.98 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.16 | ) | | | (.32 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.82 | | | | $ 9.20 | | | | $ 10.88 | | | | $ 7.70 | | | | $ 8.71 | | | | $ 8.58 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(d)* | | | 3.91 | % | | | (6.63 | )% | | | 46.10 | % | | | (9.70 | )% | | | 3.46 | % | | | (.77 | )% |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $9 | | | | $9 | | | | $11 | | | | $8 | | | | $9 | | | | $9 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | .77 | %^ | | | .81 | % | | | .83 | % | | | .82 | % | | | .81 | % | | | .82 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | .79 | %^ | | | .83 | % | | | .84 | % | | | .84 | % | | | .81 | % | | | .82 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 2.66 | %^ | | | 1.78 | % | | | 1.45 | % | | | 1.53 | % | | | 1.90 | % | | | 1.95 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 30 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 88 | % | | | 100 | % | | | 141 | % |
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portfolios | | | .03 | %^ | | | .03 | % | | | .03 | % | | | .04 | % | | | .02 | % | | | .03 | % |
See footnote summary on page 83.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class Z | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.04 | | | | $ 10.70 | | | | $ 7.58 | | | | $ 8.58 | | | | $ 8.46 | | | | $ 8.83 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .11 | | | | .17 | | | | .14 | | | | .12 | | | | .16 | | | | .17 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .24 | | | | (.85 | ) | | | 3.27 | | | | (.94 | ) | | | .12 | | | | (.22 | ) |
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Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .35 | | | | (.68 | ) | | | 3.41 | | | | (.82 | ) | | | .28 | | | | (.05 | ) |
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Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.74 | ) | | | (.98 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.16 | ) | | | (.32 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.65 | | | | $ 9.04 | | | | $ 10.70 | | | | $ 7.58 | | | | $ 8.58 | | | | $ 8.46 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(d)* | | | 3.84 | % | | | (6.64 | )% | | | 46.17 | % | | | (9.75 | )% | | | 3.37 | % | | | (.68 | )% |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $204,142 | | | | $324,086 | | | | $601,545 | | | | $415,967 | | | | $487,326 | | | | $1,013,733 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | .84 | %^ | | | .83 | % | | | .84 | % | | | .85 | % | | | .84 | % | | | .83 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e)(f)‡ | | | .87 | %^ | | | .85 | % | | | .85 | % | | | .86 | % | | | .85 | % | | | .84 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 2.61 | %^ | | | 1.76 | % | | | 1.44 | % | | | 1.51 | % | | | 1.89 | % | | | 1.86 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 30 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 65 | % | | | 88 | % | | | 100 | % | | | 141 | % |
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portfolios | | | .03 | %^ | | | .03 | % | | | .03 | % | | | .04 | % | | | .02 | % | | | .03 | % |
See footnote summary on page 83.
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CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
(a) | Based on average shares outstanding. |
(b) | Net of expenses waived/reimbursed by the Adviser. |
(c) | Amount is less than $.005. |
(d) | Total investment return is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the net asset value at the beginning of the period, reinvestment of all dividends and distributions at net asset value during the period, and redemption on the last day of the period. Initial sales charges or contingent deferred sales charges are not reflected in the calculation of total investment return. Total return does not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total investment return calculated for a period of less than one year is not annualized. |
(e) | In connection with the Fund’s investments in affiliated underlying portfolios, the Fund incurs no direct expenses, but bears proportionate shares of the fees and expenses (i.e., operating, administrative and investment advisory fees) of the affiliated underlying portfolios. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its fees from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of certain acquired fund fees and expenses, and for the six months ended April 30, 2023 and the years ended October 31, 2022, October 31, 2021, October 31, 2020, October 31, 2019 and October 31, 2018, such waiver amounted to .03% (annualized), .02%, .01%, .01%, .01% and .01%, respectively. |
(f) | The expense ratios presented below exclude interest/bank overdraft expense: |
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| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | Year Ended October 31, |
| | 2022 | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | 2019 | | 2018 |
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Class A |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | 1.18%^ | | 1.16% | | | 1.29 | % | | 1.29% | | 1.29% | | 1.26% |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | 1.21%^ | | 1.18% | | | 1.39 | % | | 1.40% | | 1.32% | | 1.27% |
Class C |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | 1.94%^ | | 1.94% | | | 2.04 | % | | 2.04% | | 2.04% | | 2.01% |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | 1.96%^ | | 1.96% | | | 2.19 | % | | 2.15% | | 2.07% | | 2.02% |
Advisor Class |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | .93%^ | | .91% | | | 1.04 | % | | 1.04% | | 1.04% | | 1.01% |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | .96%^ | | .93% | | | 1.17 | % | | 1.14% | | 1.07% | | 1.02% |
Class R |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | 1.52%^ | | 1.53% | | | 1.54 | % | | 1.54% | | 1.54% | | 1.55% |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | 1.60%^ | | 1.59% | | | 1.57 | % | | 1.60% | | 1.57% | | 1.58% |
Class K |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | 1.26%^ | | 1.26% | | | 1.26 | % | | 1.28% | | 1.27% | | 1.26% |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | 1.29%^ | | 1.28% | | | 1.28 | % | | 1.29% | | 1.28% | | 1.27% |
Class I |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | .84%^ | | .86% | | | .84 | % | | .86% | | .84% | | .83% |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | .86%^ | | .88% | | | .85 | % | | .87% | | .85% | | .84% |
Class 1 |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | 1.08%^ | | 1.08% | | | 1.08 | % | | 1.10% | | 1.09% | | 1.08% |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | 1.11%^ | | 1.10% | | | 1.10 | % | | 1.11% | | 1.09% | | 1.08% |
Class 2 |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | .77%^ | | .81% | | | .83 | % | | .82% | | .81% | | .82% |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | .79%^ | | .82% | | | .84 | % | | .84% | | .81% | | .82% |
Class Z |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | .83%^ | | .83% | | | .84 | % | | .85% | | .83% | | .83% |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | .86%^ | | .85% | | | .85 | % | | .86% | | .84% | | .84% |
* | Includes the impact of proceeds received and credited to the Fund resulting from class action settlements, which enhanced the Fund’s performance for the years ended October 31, 2020 and October 31, 2019 by .02% and .07%, respectively. |
+ | The net asset value and total return include adjustments in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America for financial reporting purposes. As such, the net asset value and total return for shareholder transactions may differ from financial statements. |
See | notes to consolidated financial statements. |
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Garry Moody(1), Chairman Jorge A. Bermudez(1) Michael J. Downey(1) Onur Erzan, President and Chief Executive Officer | | Nancy P. Jacklin(1) Jeanette W. Loeb(1) Carol C. McMullen(1) Marshall C. Turner, Jr.(1) |
OFFICERS
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Vinod Chathlani(2), Vice President Daniel J. Loewy(2), Vice President Leon Zhu(2), Vice President Nancy E. Hay, Secretary Michael B. Reyes, Senior Vice President | | Joseph J. Mantineo, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer Phyllis J. Clarke, Controller Jennifer Friedland, Chief Compliance Officer |
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Custodian and Accounting Agent State Street Bank and Trust Company One Congress Street, Suite 1 Boston, MA 02114 Principal Underwriter AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. 501 Commerce Street Nashville, TN 37203 Transfer Agent AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. P.O. Box 786003 San Antonio, TX 78278 Toll-Free (800) 221-5672 | | Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Ernst & Young LLP One Manhattan West New York, NY 10001 Legal Counsel Seward & Kissel LLP One Battery Park Plaza New York, NY 10004 |
1 | Member of the Audit Committee, the Governance and Nominating Committee, and the Independent Directors Committee. |
2 | The day-to-day management of, and investment decisions for, the Fund’s portfolio are made by the Adviser’s All Market Real Return Portfolio Team. Messrs. Chathlani, Loewy and Zhu are the investment professionals with the most significant responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Fund’s portfolio. |
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Operation and Effectiveness of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program:
In October 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted the open-end fund liquidity rule (the “Liquidity Rule”). In June 2018 the SEC adopted a requirement that funds disclose information about the operation and effectiveness of their Liquidity Risk Management Program (“LRMP”) in their reports to shareholders.
One of the requirements of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund to designate an Administrator of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program. The Administrator of the Fund’s LRMP is AllianceBernstein L.P., the Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”). The Adviser has delegated the responsibility to its Liquidity Risk Management Committee (the “Committee”).
Another requirement of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Fund Board”) to receive an annual written report from the Administrator of the LRMP, which addresses the operation of the Fund’s LRMP and assesses its adequacy and effectiveness. The Adviser provided the Fund Board with such annual report during the first quarter of 2023, which covered the period January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 (the “Program Reporting Period”).
The LRMP’s principal objectives include supporting the Fund’s compliance with limits on investments in illiquid assets and mitigating the risk that the Fund will be unable to meet its redemption obligations in a timely manner.
Pursuant to the LRMP, the Fund classifies the liquidity of its portfolio investments into one of the four categories defined by the SEC: Highly Liquid, Moderately Liquid, Less Liquid, and Illiquid. These classifications are reported to the SEC on Form N-PORT.
During the Program Reporting Period, the Committee reviewed whether the Fund’s strategy is appropriate for an open-end structure, incorporating any holdings of less liquid and illiquid assets. If the Fund participated in derivative transactions, the exposure from such transactions were considered in the LRMP.
The Committee also performed an analysis to determine whether the Fund is required to maintain a Highly Liquid Investment Minimum (“HLIM”). The Committee also incorporated the following information when determining the Fund’s reasonably anticipated trading size for purposes of liquidity monitoring: historical net redemption activity, a Fund’s concentration in an issuer, shareholder concentration, investment performance, total net assets, and distribution channels.
The Adviser informed the Fund Board that the Committee believes the Fund’s LRMP is adequately designed, has been implemented as intended,
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and has operated effectively since its inception. No material exceptions have been noted since the implementation of the LRMP. During the Program Reporting Period, liquidity in all markets was challenged due to rising rates and economic uncertainty. However, markets also remained orderly during the Program Reporting Period. There were no liquidity events that impacted the Fund or its ability to timely meet redemptions during the Program Reporting Period.
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Information Regarding the Review and Approval of the Fund’s Advisory Agreement
The disinterested directors (the “directors”) of AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) unanimously approved the continuance of the Company’s Advisory Agreement with the Adviser in respect of AB All Market Real Return Portfolio (the “Fund”) at a meeting held in-person on August 2-3, 2022 (the “Meeting”).
Prior to approval of the continuance of the Advisory Agreement, the directors had requested from the Adviser, and received and evaluated, extensive materials. They reviewed the proposed continuance of the Advisory Agreement with the Adviser and with experienced counsel who are independent of the Adviser, who advised on the relevant legal standards. The directors also reviewed additional materials, including comparative analytical data prepared by the Senior Vice President for the Fund. The directors also discussed the proposed continuance in private sessions with counsel.
The directors considered their knowledge of the nature and quality of the services provided by the Adviser to the Fund gained from their experience as directors or trustees of most of the registered investment companies advised by the Adviser, their overall confidence in the Adviser’s integrity and competence they have gained from that experience, the Adviser’s initiative in identifying and raising potential issues with the directors and its responsiveness, frankness and attention to concerns raised by the directors in the past, including the Adviser’s willingness to consider and implement organizational and operational changes designed to improve investment results and the services provided to the AB Funds. The directors noted that they have four regular meetings each year, at each of which they review extensive materials and information from the Adviser, including information on the investment performance of the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests a portion of its assets.
The directors also considered all factors they believed relevant, including the specific matters discussed below. During the course of their deliberations, the directors evaluated, among other things, the reasonableness of the advisory fee. The directors did not identify any particular information that was all-important or controlling, and different directors may have attributed different weights to the various factors. The directors determined that the selection of the Adviser to manage the Fund and the overall arrangements between the Fund and the Adviser, as provided in the Advisory Agreement, including the advisory fee, were fair and reasonable in light of the services performed, expenses incurred and such other matters as the directors considered relevant in the exercise of their business judgment.
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The material factors and conclusions that formed the basis for the directors’ determinations included the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided
The directors considered the scope and quality of services provided by the Adviser under the Advisory Agreement, including the quality of the investment research capabilities of the Adviser and the other resources it has dedicated to performing services for the Fund. The directors noted that the Adviser from time to time reviews the Fund’s investment strategies and from time to time proposes changes intended to improve the Fund’s relative or absolute performance for the directors’ consideration. They also noted the professional experience and qualifications of the Fund’s portfolio management team and other senior personnel of the Adviser. The directors also considered that the Advisory Agreement provides that the Fund will reimburse the Adviser for the cost to it of providing certain clerical, accounting, administrative and other services to the Fund by employees of the Adviser or its affiliates. Requests for these reimbursements are made on a quarterly basis and subject to approval by the directors. Reimbursements, to the extent requested and paid, result in a higher rate of total compensation from the Fund to the Adviser than the fee rate stated in the Advisory Agreement. The directors noted that the methodology used to determine the reimbursement amounts had been reviewed by an independent consultant at the request of the directors. The quality of administrative and other services, including the Adviser’s role in coordinating the activities of the Fund’s other service providers, also was considered. The directors concluded that, overall, they were satisfied with the nature, extent and quality of services provided to the Fund under the Advisory Agreement.
Costs of Services Provided and Profitability
The directors reviewed a schedule of the revenues and expenses and related notes indicating the profitability of the Fund to the Adviser for calendar years 2020 and 2021 that had been prepared with an expense allocation methodology arrived at in consultation with an independent consultant at the request of the directors. The directors noted the assumptions and methods of allocation used by the Adviser in preparing fund-specific profitability data and understood that there are a number of potentially acceptable allocation methodologies for information of this type. The directors noted that the profitability information reflected all revenues and expenses of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund, including those relating to its subsidiaries that provide transfer agency, distribution and brokerage services to the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of the profitability of the Advisory Agreement with the profitability of fund advisory contracts for unaffiliated funds because comparative information is not generally publicly available and is affected by numerous factors. The directors focused on the profitability of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund
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before taxes and distribution expenses. The directors concluded that the Adviser’s level of profitability from its relationship with the Fund was not unreasonable.
Fall-Out Benefits
The directors considered the other benefits to the Adviser and its affiliates from their relationships with the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests, including, but not limited to, benefits relating to soft dollar arrangements (whereby investment advisers receive brokerage and research services from brokers that execute transactions for their clients); 12b-1 fees and sales charges received by the Fund’s principal underwriter (which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser) in respect of certain classes of the Fund’s shares; brokerage commissions paid by the Fund to brokers affiliated with the Adviser; and transfer agency fees paid by the Fund to a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser. The directors recognized that the Adviser’s profitability would be somewhat lower without these benefits. The directors understood that the Adviser also might derive reputational and other benefits from its association with the Fund.
Investment Results
In addition to the information reviewed by the directors in connection with the Meeting, the directors receive detailed performance information for the Fund at each regular Board meeting during the year.
At the Meeting, the directors reviewed performance information prepared by an independent service provider (the “15(c) service provider”), showing the performance of the Class A Shares of the Fund against a group of similar funds (“peer group”) and a larger group of similar funds (“peer universe”), each selected by the 15(c) service provider, and information prepared by the Adviser showing performance of the Class A Shares against a broad-based securities market index, in each case for the 1-, 3-, 5-, and 10-year periods ended May 31, 2022 and (in the case of comparisons with the broad-based securities market index) for the period from inception. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s investment performance was acceptable.
Advisory Fees and Other Expenses
The directors considered the advisory fee rate payable by the Fund to the Adviser and information prepared by the 15(c) service provider concerning advisory fee rates payable by other funds in the same category as the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of advisory fees because there are variations in the services that are included in the fees payable by other funds. The directors compared the Fund’s contractual advisory fee rate with a peer group median and took into account the impact on the advisory fee rate of the administrative expense reimbursement paid to the Adviser in the latest fiscal year.
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The directors also considered the Adviser’s fee schedule for other clients utilizing investment strategies similar to those of the Fund. For this purpose, they reviewed the relevant advisory fee information from the Adviser’s Form ADV and in a report from the Fund’s Senior Vice President and noted the differences between the Fund’s fee schedule, on the one hand, and the Adviser’s institutional fee schedule, on the other. The directors noted that the Adviser may, in some cases, agree to fee rates with large institutional clients that are lower than those reviewed by the directors and that they had previously discussed with the Adviser its policies in respect of such arrangements.
The Adviser reviewed with the directors the significantly greater scope of the services it provides to the Fund relative to institutional clients. In this regard, the Adviser noted, among other things, that, compared to institutional accounts, the Fund (i) demands considerably more portfolio management, research and trading resources due to significantly higher daily cash flows; (ii) has more tax and regulatory restrictions and compliance obligations; (iii) must prepare and file or distribute regulatory and other communications about fund operations; and (iv) must provide shareholder servicing to retail investors. The Adviser also reviewed the greater legal risks presented by the large and changing population of Fund shareholders who may assert claims against the Adviser in individual or class actions, and the greater entrepreneurial risk in offering new fund products, which require substantial investment to launch, may not succeed, and generally must be priced to compete with larger, more established funds resulting in lack of profitability to the Adviser until a new fund achieves scale. In light of the substantial differences in services rendered by the Adviser to institutional clients as compared to the Fund, and the different risk profile, the directors considered these fee comparisons inapt and did not place significant weight on them in their deliberations.
In connection with their review of the Fund’s advisory fee, the directors also considered the total expense ratio of the Class A shares of the Fund in comparison to a peer group and a peer universe selected by the 15(c) service provider. The Class A expense ratio of the Fund was based on the Fund’s latest fiscal year. The information provided included a pro forma expense ratio to reflect changes to the Fund’s transfer agent out-of-pocket expense allocation effective November 1, 2021. The Adviser had agreed to cap the Fund’s expenses, but the directors noted that the Fund’s pro forma expense ratio was currently below the level of the Adviser’s cap. The directors noted that it was likely that the expense ratios of some of the other funds in the Fund’s category were lowered by waivers or reimbursements by those funds’ investment advisers, which in some cases might be voluntary or temporary. The directors view expense ratio information as relevant to their evaluation of the Adviser’s services because the Adviser is responsible for coordinating services provided to the Fund by others. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s pro forma expense ratio was acceptable.
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Economies of Scale
The directors noted that the advisory fee schedule for the Fund does not contain breakpoints and that they had discussed their strong preference for breakpoints in advisory contracts with the Adviser. The directors took into consideration prior presentations by an independent consultant on economies of scale in the mutual fund industry and for the AB Funds, and presentations from time to time by the Adviser concerning certain of its views on economies of scale. The directors also had requested and received from the Adviser certain updates on economies of scale in advance of the Meeting. The directors believe that economies of scale may be realized (if at all) by the Adviser across a variety of products and services, and not only in respect of a single fund. The directors noted that there is no established methodology for setting breakpoints that give effect to the fund-specific services provided by a fund’s adviser and to the economies of scale that an adviser may realize in its overall mutual fund business or those components of it which directly or indirectly affect a fund’s operations. The directors observed that in the mutual fund industry as a whole, as well as among funds similar to the Fund, there is no uniformity or pattern in the fees and asset levels at which breakpoints (if any) apply. The directors also noted that the advisory agreements for many funds do not have breakpoints at all. The directors informed the Adviser that they would monitor the Fund’s asset level (which was well below the level at which they would anticipate adding an initial breakpoint) and its profitability to the Adviser and anticipated revisiting the question of breakpoints in the future if circumstances warranted doing so.
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AB ALL MARKET REAL RETURN PORTFOLIO
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APR 04.30.23
SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
AB BOND INFLATION STRATEGY
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Investment Products Offered | | • Are Not FDIC Insured • May Lose Value • Are Not Bank Guaranteed |
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
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The Fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Commission for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The Fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the Commission’s website at www.sec.gov. AB publishes full portfolio holdings for the Fund monthly at www.abfunds.com.
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Dear Shareholder,
We’re pleased to provide this report for the AB Bond Inflation Strategy (the “Fund”). Please review the discussion of Fund performance, the market conditions during the reporting period and the Fund’s investment strategy.
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SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
June 7, 2023
This report provides management’s discussion of fund performance for the AB Bond Inflation Strategy for the semi-annual reporting period ended April 30, 2023.
The Fund’s investment objective is to maximize real return without assuming what the Adviser considers to be undue risk.
NAV RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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AB BOND INFLATION STRATEGY | | | | | | | | |
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Class 1 Shares1 | | | 4.40% | | | | -2.35% | |
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Class 2 Shares1 | | | 4.55% | | | | -2.18% | |
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Class A Shares | | | 4.37% | | | | -2.44% | |
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Class C Shares | | | 3.89% | | | | -3.21% | |
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Advisor Class Shares2 | | | 4.47% | | | | -2.23% | |
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Class R Shares2 | | | 4.19% | | | | -2.66% | |
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Class K Shares2 | | | 4.35% | | | | -2.40% | |
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Class I Shares2 | | | 4.46% | | | | -2.23% | |
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Class Z Shares2 | | | 4.42% | | | | -2.18% | |
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Bloomberg 1-10 Year TIPS Index | | | 3.70% | | | | -1.82% | |
1 | Class 1 shares are only available to Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts. Class 2 shares are only available to large Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts and the Adviser’s institutional clients or through other limited arrangements. |
2 | Please note that these share classes are for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
INVESTMENT RESULTS
The table above shows the Fund’s performance compared with its benchmark, the Bloomberg 1-10 Year Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (“TIPS”) Index, for the six- and 12-month periods ended April 30, 2023.
During the six-month period, all share classes outperformed the benchmark, before sales charges. Sector allocation was the largest contributor, relative to the benchmark, from allocations to investment-grade corporate bonds, agency risk-sharing securities, US Treasury futures and collateralized loan obligations that outweighed losses from allocations to Consumer Price Index (“CPI”) swaps, high-yield corporate bonds and mortgage pass-through securities. Yield-curve positioning on the two- and five-year parts of the curve contributed more than losses from positioning on the 10-year
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part of the curve. Overall positioning in US TIPS was a minor contributor to performance. Currency decisions were a minor detractor.
In the 12-month period, all share classes underperformed the benchmark, before sales charges. Sector allocation to high-yield corporate bonds, CPI swaps, US Treasury futures and interest rate swaps detracted more than gains from allocations to investment-grade corporate bonds and agency risk-sharing securities. Yield-curve positioning also detracted, mostly from positioning on the 10-year part of the curve that lost more than a gain from positioning on the two-year part of the curve. Overall positioning in TIPS contributed, as positioning in six-month and five-year TIPS contributed more than a loss from positioning in two-year TIPS. A currency position in the offshore Chinese renminbi was a minor contributor to performance.
The Fund’s heightened turnover rate of 101% was a result of the Fund shifting into more attractive government-related bonds. However, the Fund incurred lower turnover rate in non-government securities, which generally have higher transaction costs than government-related transactions.
During both periods, the Fund used currency forwards to hedge currency risk and actively manage currency positions. Treasury futures and interest rate swaps were used to manage duration, country exposure and yield-curve positioning. CPI swaps were used to hedge inflation and for investment purposes. Credit default swaps were used in the corporate and commercial mortgage-backed securities sectors for hedging and investment purposes.
MARKET REVIEW AND INVESTMENT STRATEGY
During the six-month period ended April 30, 2023, fixed-income government bond market yields were volatile after peaking in October, as investors adjusted their expectations for inflation, growth and central bank tightening. Some major developed-market central banks started to reduce rate hikes toward the end of the period and pause further hikes as overall inflation began to fall. Stress in the global banking sector caused yields to fall sharply in March. Falling yields during the period led all major developed-market treasuries to post positive returns except in the UK. Developed-market government bonds rose the most in the US, Australia and Canada, and by the least in Germany. In corporate credit-risk sectors, investment-grade and high-yield corporates outperformed developed-market treasury markets by a wide margin. Corporate bonds in the US and eurozone also outperformed respective treasuries. Emerging-market hard-currency sovereign and corporate bonds hedged to the US dollar, as well as local-currency bonds, led risk sector returns as the US dollar fell against the vast majority of developed- and emerging-market currencies. Brent crude oil prices fell on global growth concerns.
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INVESTMENT POLICIES
The Fund seeks real return. Real return is the rate of return after adjusting for inflation. The Fund pursues its objective by investing principally in inflation-indexed securities (such as TIPS or inflation-indexed securities from issuers other than the US Treasury) or by gaining inflation protection through derivatives transactions, such as inflation (CPI) swaps or total return swaps linked to TIPS. In deciding whether to purchase inflation-indexed securities or use inflation-linked derivatives transactions, the Adviser considers the relative costs and efficiency of each method. In addition, in seeking to maximize real return, the Fund may also invest in other fixed-income investments, such as US and non-US government securities, corporate fixed-income securities and mortgage-related securities, as well as derivatives linked to such securities.
Under normal circumstances, the Fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in fixed-income securities. While the Fund expects to invest principally in investment-grade securities, it may invest up to 15% of its total assets in fixed-income securities rated BB or B or the equivalent by at least one nationally recognized statistical rating organization (or deemed by the Adviser to be of comparable credit quality), which are not investment-grade (“junk bonds”).
Inflation-indexed securities are fixed-income securities structured to provide protection against inflation. Their principal value and/or the interest paid on them are adjusted to reflect official inflation measures. The inflation measure for TIPS is the CPI for Urban Consumers. The Fund may also invest in other inflation-indexed securities, issued by both US and non-US issuers, and in derivative instruments linked to these securities.
The Fund may invest in derivatives, such as options, futures contracts, forwards or swaps. The Fund intends to use leverage for investment purposes. To do this, the Fund expects to enter into (i) reverse repurchase agreement transactions and use the cash made available from these transactions to make additional investments in fixed-income securities in accordance with the Fund’s investment policies and (ii) total return swaps. In determining when and to what extent to employ leverage or enter into derivatives transactions, the Adviser considers factors such as the relative risks and returns expected of potential investments and the costs of such transactions. The Adviser considers the impact of reverse repurchase agreements, swaps and other derivatives in making its assessments of the Fund’s risks. The resulting exposures to markets, sectors, issuers or specific securities will be continuously monitored by the Adviser.
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The Adviser selects securities for purchase or sale based on its assessment of the securities’ risk and return characteristics as well as the securities’ impact on the overall risk and return characteristics of the Fund. In making this assessment, the Adviser takes into account various factors, including the credit quality and sensitivity to interest rates of the securities under consideration and of the Fund’s other holdings.
The Fund may also invest in loan participations and assignments; structured securities; mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities; variable-, floating- and inverse-floating-rate instruments; and preferred stock, and may use other investment techniques. The Fund may invest in fixed-income securities of any maturity and duration. If the rating of a fixed-income security falls below investment-grade, the Fund will not be obligated to sell the security and may continue to hold it if, in the Adviser’s opinion, the investment is appropriate under the circumstances.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS
Benchmark Disclosure
The Bloomberg 1-10 Year TIPS Index is unmanaged and does not reflect fees and expenses associated with the active management of a mutual fund portfolio. The Bloomberg 1-10 Year TIPS Index represents the performance of inflation-protected securities issued by the US Treasury. An investor cannot invest directly in an index, and its results are not indicative of the performance for any specific investment, including the Fund.
A Word About Risk
Market Risk: The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the bond market fluctuates. The value of the Fund’s investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
Credit Risk: An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security. Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings tend to have a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations.
Interest-Rate Risk: Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Duration Risk: Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
Inflation Risk: This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities. Although the Fund invests principally in inflation-indexed securities, the value of its securities may be vulnerable to changes in expectations of inflation or interest rates.
Derivatives Risk: Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Foreign (Non-US) Risk: Investments in securities of non-US issuers may involve more risk than those of US issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Currency Risk: Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments or reduce its returns.
Mortgage-Related and/or Other Asset-Backed Securities Risk: Investments in mortgage-related and other asset-backed securities are subject to certain additional risks. The value of these securities may be particularly sensitive to changes in interest rates. These risks include “extension risk”, which is the risk that, in periods of rising interest rates, issuers may delay the payment of principal, and “prepayment risk”, which is the risk that in periods of falling interest rates, issuers may pay principal sooner than expected, exposing the Fund to a lower rate of return upon reinvestment of principal. Mortgage-backed securities offered by non-governmental issuers and other asset-backed securities may be subject to other risks, such as higher rates of default in the mortgages or assets backing the securities or risks associated with the nature and servicing of mortgages or assets backing the securities.
Leverage Risk: To the extent the Fund uses leveraging techniques, its net asset value (“NAV”) may be more volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of changes in interest rates and any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
Illiquid Investments Risk: Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest-rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally go down.
Management Risk: The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
These risks are fully discussed in the Fund’s prospectus. As with all investments, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
An Important Note About Historical Performance
The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate, so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Performance shown in this report represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by visiting www.abfunds.com. For Class 1 shares, go to www.bernstein.com and click on “Investments”, found in the footer, then “Mutual Fund Information—Mutual Fund Performance at a Glance.”
All fees and expenses related to the operation of the Fund have been deducted. NAV returns do not reflect sales charges; if sales charges were reflected, the Fund’s quoted performance would be lower. SEC returns reflect the applicable sales charges for each share class: a 2.25% maximum front-end sales charge for Class A shares and a 1% 1-year contingent deferred sales charge for Class C shares. Class 1 and Class 2 shares do not carry sales charges. Returns for the different share classes will vary due to different expenses associated with each class. Performance assumes reinvestment of distributions and does not account for taxes.
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE
AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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CLASS 1 SHARES2 | | | | | | | | | | | 2.03% | |
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1 Year | | | -2.35% | | | | -2.35% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 3.28% | | | | 3.28% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.82% | | | | 1.82% | | | | | |
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CLASS 2 SHARES2 | | | | | | | | | | | 2.13% | |
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1 Year | | | -2.18% | | | | -2.18% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 3.40% | | | | 3.40% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.93% | | | | 1.93% | | | | | |
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | | | | | | | | 1.68% | |
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1 Year | | | -2.44% | | | | -4.61% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 3.13% | | | | 2.66% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.66% | | | | 1.43% | | | | | |
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CLASS C SHARES | | | | | | | | | | | 0.97% | |
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1 Year | | | -3.21% | | | | -4.13% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 2.37% | | | | 2.37% | | | | | |
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10 Years3 | | | 0.91% | | | | 0.91% | | | | | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES4 | | | | | | | | | | | 1.97% | |
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1 Year | | | -2.23% | | | | -2.23% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 3.40% | | | | 3.40% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.93% | | | | 1.93% | | | | | |
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CLASS R SHARES4 | | | | | | | | | | | 1.39% | |
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1 Year | | | -2.66% | | | | -2.66% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 2.88% | | | | 2.88% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.43% | | | | 1.43% | | | | | |
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CLASS K SHARES4 | | | | | | | | | | | 1.70% | |
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1 Year | | | -2.40% | | | | -2.40% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 3.12% | | | | 3.12% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.67% | | | | 1.67% | | | | | |
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CLASS I SHARES4 | | | | | | | | | | | 2.04% | |
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1 Year | | | -2.23% | | | | -2.23% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 3.39% | | | | 3.39% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.93% | | | | 1.93% | | | | | |
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CLASS Z SHARES4 | | | | | | | | | | | 2.12% | |
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1 Year | | | -2.18% | | | | -2.18% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 3.40% | | | | 3.40% | | | | | |
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Since Inception5 | | | 2.87% | | | | 2.87% | | | | | |
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE (continued)
The Fund’s prospectus fee table shows the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios as 0.78%, 0.67%, 1.04%, 1.78%, 0.78%, 1.43%, 1.10%, 0.78% and 0.68% for Class 1, Class 2, Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I and Class Z shares, respectively, gross of any fee waivers or expense reimbursements. Contractual fee waivers and/or expense reimbursements limited the Fund’s total annual operating expenses (excluding extraordinary expenses, interest expense and acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest) to 0.60%, 0.50%, 0.75%, 1.50%, 0.50%, 1.00%, 0.75%, 0.50% and 0.50% for Class 1, Class 2, Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I and Class Z shares, respectively. These waivers/reimbursements may not be terminated before January 31, 2024, and may be extended by the Adviser for additional one-year terms. Absent reimbursements or waivers, performance would have been lower. The Financial Highlights section of this report sets forth expense ratio data for the current reporting period; the expense ratios shown above may differ from the expense ratios in the Financial Highlights section since they are based on different time periods.
1 | SEC yields are calculated based on SEC guidelines for the 30-day period ended April 30, 2023. |
2 | Class 1 shares are only available to Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts. Class 2 shares are only available to large Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts and the Adviser’s institutional clients or through other limited arrangements. These share classes do not carry front-end sales charges; therefore, their respective NAV and SEC returns are the same. |
3 | Assumes conversion of Class C shares into Class A shares after eight years. |
4 | These share classes are offered at NAV to eligible investors and their SEC returns are the same as their NAV returns. Please note that these share classes are for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
5 | Inception date: 12/11/2014. |
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE (continued)
SEC AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS
AS OF THE MOST RECENT CALENDAR QUARTER-END
MARCH 31, 2023 (unaudited)
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CLASS 1 SHARES1 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -3.67% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.24% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.84% | |
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CLASS 2 SHARES1 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -3.50% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.36% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.95% | |
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -5.99% | |
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5 Years | | | 2.61% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.45% | |
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CLASS C SHARES | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -5.43% | |
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5 Years | | | 2.32% | |
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10 Years2 | | | 0.93% | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES3 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -3.52% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.36% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.95% | |
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CLASS R SHARES3 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -4.02% | |
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5 Years | | | 2.83% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.45% | |
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CLASS K SHARES3 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -3.78% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.10% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.69% | |
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CLASS I SHARES3 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -3.53% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.35% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.95% | |
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CLASS Z SHARES3 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -3.50% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.36% | |
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Since Inception4 | | | 2.89% | |
(footnotes continued on next page)
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE (continued)
1 | Class 1 shares are only available to Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts. Class 2 shares are only available to large Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts and the Adviser’s institutional clients or through other limited arrangements. |
2 | Assumes conversion of Class C shares into Class A shares after eight years. |
3 | Please note that these share classes are for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
4 | Inception date: 12/11/2014. |
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE
(unaudited)
As a shareholder of a mutual fund, you may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
The Example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period as indicated below.
Actual Expenses
The table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The table below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed annual rate of return of 5% before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds by comparing this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads), or contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions. Therefore, the hypothetical example is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE (continued)
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| | Beginning Account Value November 1, 2022 | | | Ending Account Value April 30, 2023 | | | Expenses Paid During Period* | | | Annualized Expense Ratio* | |
Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,043.70 | | | $ | 4.66 | | | | 0.92 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,020.23 | | | $ | 4.61 | | | | 0.92 | % |
Class C | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,038.90 | | | $ | 8.44 | | | | 1.67 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,016.51 | | | $ | 8.35 | | | | 1.67 | % |
Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,044.70 | | | $ | 3.40 | | | | 0.67 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,021.47 | | | $ | 3.36 | | | | 0.67 | % |
Class R | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,041.90 | | | $ | 5.92 | | | | 1.17 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,018.99 | | | $ | 5.86 | | | | 1.17 | % |
Class K | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,043.50 | | | $ | 4.66 | | | | 0.92 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,020.23 | | | $ | 4.61 | | | | 0.92 | % |
Class I | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,044.60 | | | $ | 3.40 | | | | 0.67 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,021.47 | | | $ | 3.36 | | | | 0.67 | % |
Class 1 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,044.00 | | | $ | 3.90 | | | | 0.77 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,020.98 | | | $ | 3.86 | | | | 0.77 | % |
Class 2 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,045.50 | | | $ | 3.40 | | | | 0.67 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,021.47 | | | $ | 3.36 | | | | 0.67 | % |
Class Z | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,044.20 | | | $ | 3.45 | | | | 0.68 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,021.42 | | | $ | 3.41 | | | | 0.68 | % |
* | Expenses are equal to each classes’ annualized expense ratios, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 181/365 (to reflect the one-half year period). |
** | Assumes 5% annual return before expenses. |
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PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
PORTFOLIO STATISTICS
Net Assets ($mil): $845.8
Total Investments ($mil): $856.1
INFLATION PROTECTION BREAKDOWN1
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U.S. Inflation-Protected Exposure | | | 73.8 | % |
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Non-Inflation Exposure | | | 26.2 | |
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SECTOR BREAKDOWN OF NET PORTFOLIO ASSETS, EXCLUDING TREASURY SECURITIES, TIPS, INTEREST RATE DERIVATIVES AND NET CASH EQUIVALENTS1
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Corporates–Investment Grade | | | 11.5% | |
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Asset-Backed Securities | | | 5.7% | |
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Collateralized Mortgage Obligations | | | 4.9% | |
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Collateralized Loan Obligations | | | 2.7% | |
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Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities | | | 1.1% | |
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Mortgage Pass-Throughs | | | 1.1% | |
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Corporates–Non-Investment Grade | | | 1.0% | |
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Local Governments–US Municipal Bonds | | | 0.3% | |
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Quasi-Sovereigns | | | 0.3% | |
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Emerging Markets–Corporate Bonds | | | 0.3% | |
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Emerging Markets–Sovereigns | | | 0.1% | |
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Common Stocks | | | 0.1% | |
SECTOR BREAKDOWN OF TOTAL PORTFOLIO INVESTMENTS, EXCLUDING DERIVATIVES2
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Inflation-Linked Securities | | | 70.9% | |
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Corporates–Investment Grade | | | 11.4% | |
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Asset-Backed Securities | | | 5.7% | |
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Collateralized Mortgage Obligations | | | 4.8% | |
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Collateralized Loan Obligations | | | 2.7% | |
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Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities | | | 1.1% | |
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Mortgage Pass-Throughs | | | 1.1% | |
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Corporates–Non-Investment Grade | | | 1.0% | |
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Local Governments–US Municipal Bonds | | | 0.3% | |
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Quasi-Sovereigns | | | 0.3% | |
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Emerging Markets–Corporate Bonds | | | 0.3% | |
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Emerging Markets–Sovereigns | | | 0.1% | |
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Common Stocks | | | 0.1% | |
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Short-Term Investments | | | 0.2% | |
1 | The Fund’s sector and inflation protection exposure breakdowns are expressed as an approximate percentage of the Fund’s total net assets (and may vary over time) inclusive of derivative exposure except as noted, based on the Adviser’s internal classification. |
2 | The Fund’s sector breakdown is expressed, based on the Adviser’s internal classification, as a percentage of total investments and may vary over time. The Fund also enters into derivative transactions (not reflected in the table), which may be used for hedging or investment purposes or to adjust the risk profile or exposures of the Fund (see “Portfolio of Investments” section of the report for additional details). Derivative transactions may result in a form of leverage for the Fund. The Fund uses leverage for investment purposes by entering into reverse repurchase agreements. As a result, the Fund’s total investments will generally exceed its net assets. |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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INFLATION-LINKED SECURITIES – 71.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
United States – 71.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Inflation Index 0.125%, 07/15/2024 (TIPS) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 71,616 | | | $ | 69,792,366 | |
0.125%, 07/15/2026 (TIPS) | | | | | | | 136,748 | | | | 131,320,920 | |
0.125%, 07/15/2030 (TIPS)(a)(b) | | | | | | | 279,696 | | | | 258,500,044 | |
0.375%, 07/15/2027 (TIPS) | | | | | | | 25,437 | | | | 24,491,006 | |
2.50%, 01/15/2029 (TIPS)(b) | | | | | | | 115,699 | | | | 123,074,526 | |
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Total Inflation-Linked Securities (cost $605,188,989) | | | | | | | | | | | 607,178,862 | |
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CORPORATES - INVESTMENT GRADE – 11.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Financial Institutions – 5.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Banking – 4.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AIB Group PLC 7.583%, 10/14/2026(c) | | | | | | | 2,155 | | | | 2,224,994 | |
Banco de Credito del Peru S.A. 3.125%, 07/01/2030(c) | | | | | | | 958 | | | | 878,845 | |
Banco Santander SA 4.175%, 03/24/2028 | | | | | | | 600 | | | | 569,976 | |
Bank of Ireland Group PLC 6.253%, 09/16/2026(c) | | | | | | | 456 | | | | 455,138 | |
BNP Paribas SA 2.591%, 01/20/2028(c) | | | | | | | 593 | | | | 537,952 | |
4.625%, 02/25/2031(d) | | | | | | | 1,255 | | | | 895,693 | |
Capital One Financial Corp. 5.468%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | | | 353 | | | | 347,197 | |
Citigroup, Inc. 9.341% (LIBOR 3 Month + 4.07%), 07/30/2023(d)(e) | | | | | | | 103 | | | | 102,581 | |
Series W 4.00%, 12/10/2025(d) | | | | | | | 504 | | | | 439,871 | |
Series Y 4.15%, 11/15/2026(d) | | | | | | | 480 | | | | 396,586 | |
Credit Suisse Group AG 4.194%, 04/01/2031(c) | | | | | | | 614 | | | | 544,213 | |
6.373%, 07/15/2026(c) | | | | | | | 1,025 | | | | 999,816 | |
Danske Bank A/S 4.298%, 04/01/2028(c) | | | | | | | 746 | | | | 707,872 | |
6.466%, 01/09/2026(c) | | | | | | | 604 | | | | 606,060 | |
Deutsche Bank AG/New York NY 2.129%, 11/24/2026 | | | | | | | 296 | | | | 262,730 | |
3.961%, 11/26/2025 | | | | | | | 405 | | | | 386,520 | |
6.119%, 07/14/2026 | | | | | | | 846 | | | | 836,609 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Discover Bank 4.682%, 08/09/2028 | | U.S.$ | | | 327 | | | $ | 303,178 | |
Federation des Caisses Desjardins du Quebec 4.55%, 08/23/2027(c) | | | | | 1,174 | | | | 1,153,866 | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The) Series V 4.125%, 11/10/2026(d) | | | | | 775 | | | | 650,682 | |
HSBC Holdings PLC 4.762%, 03/29/2033 | | | | | 373 | | | | 343,969 | |
7.336%, 11/03/2026 | | | | | 1,794 | | | | 1,882,606 | |
8.113%, 11/03/2033 | | | | | 1,738 | | | | 1,963,262 | |
Intesa Sanpaolo SpA 7.00%, 11/21/2025(c) | | | | | 283 | | | | 289,039 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. 4.565%, 06/14/2030 | | | | | 426 | | | | 415,354 | |
KBC Group NV 5.796%, 01/19/2029(c) | | | | | 461 | | | | 467,352 | |
Lloyds Banking Group PLC 5.871%, 03/06/2029 | | | | | 722 | | | | 738,447 | |
8.00%, 09/27/2029(d) | | | | | 1,011 | | | | 923,559 | |
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. 5.475%, 02/22/2031 | | | | | 274 | | | | 278,162 | |
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. 5.414%, 09/13/2028 | | | | | 1,151 | | | | 1,162,660 | |
Morgan Stanley 0.406%, 10/29/2027 | | EUR | | | 1,030 | | | | 994,109 | |
4.21%, 04/20/2028 | | U.S.$ | | | 799 | | | | 774,630 | |
6.296%, 10/18/2028 | | | | | 1,224 | | | | 1,286,081 | |
Nationwide Building Society 2.972%, 02/16/2028(c) | | | | | 982 | | | | 897,302 | |
NatWest Group PLC 4.269%, 03/22/2025 | | | | | 648 | | | | 638,805 | |
7.472%, 11/10/2026 | | | | | 548 | | | | 572,463 | |
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (The) 5.068%, 01/24/2034 | | | | | 276 | | | | 271,755 | |
Santander Holdings USA, Inc. 2.49%, 01/06/2028 | | | | | 497 | | | | 436,078 | |
6.499%, 03/09/2029 | | | | | 492 | | | | 494,411 | |
Santander UK Group Holdings PLC 6.833%, 11/21/2026 | | | | | 1,572 | | | | 1,599,919 | |
Societe Generale SA 2.797%, 01/19/2028(c) | | | | | 1,764 | | | | 1,578,833 | |
Standard Chartered PLC 3.971%, 03/30/2026(c) | | | | | 657 | | | | 633,959 | |
6.00%, 07/26/2025(c)(d) | | | | | 1,267 | | | | 1,209,706 | |
6.783% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.51%), 01/30/2027(c)(d)(e) | | | | | 400 | | | | 352,000 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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7.776%, 11/16/2025(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,104 | | | $ | 1,136,226 | |
Svenska Handelsbanken AB 4.75%, 03/01/2031(d) | | | | | | | 1,400 | | | | 1,101,002 | |
UBS Group AG 4.488%, 05/12/2026(c) | | | | | | | 648 | | | | 628,813 | |
UniCredit SpA 1.982%, 06/03/2027(c) | | | | | | | 204 | | | | 180,693 | |
2.569%, 09/22/2026(c) | | | | | | | 1,071 | | | | 973,882 | |
3.127%, 06/03/2032(c) | | | | | | | 368 | | | | 295,140 | |
US Bancorp Series J 5.30%, 04/15/2027(d) | | | | | | | 427 | | | | 358,911 | |
Wells Fargo & Co. Series BB 3.90%, 03/15/2026(d) | | | | | | | 418 | | | | 364,065 | |
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Brokerage – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Charles Schwab Corp. (The) Series G 5.375%, 06/01/2025(d) | | | | | | | 253 | | | | 241,633 | |
Series I 4.00%, 06/01/2026(d) | | | | | | | 1,366 | | | | 1,143,957 | |
Voya Financial, Inc. 5.65%, 05/15/2053 | | | | | | | 335 | | | | 334,822 | |
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Finance – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Air Lease Corp. 2.875%, 01/15/2026 | | | | | | | 111 | | | | 103,672 | |
Aircastle Ltd. 2.85%, 01/26/2028(c) | | | | | | | 1,329 | | | | 1,156,097 | |
4.125%, 05/01/2024 | | | | | | | 232 | | | | 227,051 | |
5.25%, 08/11/2025(c) | | | | | | | 585 | | | | 573,657 | |
Aviation Capital Group LLC 1.95%, 01/30/2026(c) | | | | | | | 751 | | | | 672,528 | |
1.95%, 09/20/2026(c) | | | | | | | 346 | | | | 302,016 | |
3.50%, 11/01/2027(c) | | | | | | | 211 | | | | 190,691 | |
4.125%, 08/01/2025(c) | | | | | | | 7 | | | | 6,686 | |
4.375%, 01/30/2024(c) | | | | | | | 194 | | | | 190,690 | |
4.875%, 10/01/2025(c) | | | | | | | 246 | | | | 238,266 | |
5.50%, 12/15/2024(c) | | | | | | | 550 | | | | 542,564 | |
Synchrony Financial 2.875%, 10/28/2031 | | | | | | | 791 | | | | 583,497 | |
3.95%, 12/01/2027 | | | | | | | 429 | | | | 378,631 | |
4.50%, 07/23/2025 | | | | | | | 244 | | | | 228,421 | |
4.875%, 06/13/2025 | | | | | | | 414 | | | | 390,783 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Insurance – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Guardian Life Insurance Co. of America (The) 4.85%, 01/24/2077(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 183 | | | $ | 160,917 | |
Swiss Re Finance Luxembourg SA 5.00%, 04/02/2049 | | | | | | | 1,000 | | | | 956,030 | |
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REITs – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
American Tower Corp. 3.65%, 03/15/2027 | | | | | | | 635 | | | | 607,422 | |
GLP Capital LP/GLP Financing II, Inc. 3.25%, 01/15/2032 | | | | | | | 1,373 | | | | 1,131,681 | |
Vornado Realty LP 3.40%, 06/01/2031 | | | | | | | 718 | | | �� | 508,287 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 2,247,390 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 49,413,571 | |
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Industrial – 5.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Celanese US Holdings LLC 5.90%, 07/05/2024 | | | | | | | 2,365 | | | | 2,367,625 | |
Freeport Indonesia PT 4.763%, 04/14/2027(c) | | | | | | | 415 | | | | 409,112 | |
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Capital Goods – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CNH Industrial Capital LLC 3.95%, 05/23/2025 | | | | | | | 1,889 | | | | 1,845,610 | |
Flowserve Corp. 2.80%, 01/15/2032 | | | | | | | 545 | | | | 440,910 | |
Parker-Hannifin Corp. 4.50%, 09/15/2029 | | | | | | | 1,430 | | | | 1,417,216 | |
Regal Rexnord Corp. 6.05%, 02/15/2026(c) | | | | | | | 2,018 | | | | 2,046,575 | |
Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp. 3.20%, 06/15/2025 | | | | | | | 180 | | | | 171,612 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 5,921,923 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communications - Media – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Discovery Communications LLC 5.30%, 05/15/2049 | | | | | | | 83 | | | | 67,817 | |
Prosus NV 3.257%, 01/19/2027(c) | | | | | | | 593 | | | | 540,297 | |
4.027%, 08/03/2050(c) | | | | | | | 487 | | | | 311,680 | |
Tencent Holdings Ltd. 3.24%, 06/03/2050(c) | | | | | | | 655 | | | | 436,107 | |
Warnermedia Holdings, Inc. 4.279%, 03/15/2032(c) | | | | | | | 1,595 | | | | 1,417,684 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 2,773,585 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Harley-Davidson Financial Services, Inc. 3.05%, 02/14/2027(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,942 | | | $ | 1,756,364 | |
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. 4.345%, 09/17/2027(c) | | | | | | | 1,378 | | | | 1,260,071 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 3,016,435 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Marriott International, Inc./MD Series EE 5.75%, 05/01/2025 | | | | | | | 92 | | | | 93,201 | |
MDC Holdings, Inc. 6.00%, 01/15/2043 | | | | | | | 731 | | | | 645,751 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 738,952 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Retailers – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ross Stores, Inc. 4.70%, 04/15/2027 | | | | | | | 1,083 | | | | 1,076,924 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Altria Group, Inc. 3.40%, 05/06/2030 | | | | | | | 950 | | | | 848,103 | |
BAT Capital Corp. 2.259%, 03/25/2028 | | | | | | | 1,727 | | | | 1,499,640 | |
4.906%, 04/02/2030 | | | | | | | 593 | | | | 571,865 | |
Cargill, Inc. 5.125%, 10/11/2032(c) | | | | | | | 632 | | | | 654,841 | |
Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana Series 2021 2.51%, 05/15/2031 | | | | | | | 1,190 | | | | 895,320 | |
Philip Morris International, Inc. 4.875%, 02/13/2026 | | | | | | | 1,395 | | | | 1,402,868 | |
5.375%, 02/15/2033 | | | | | | | 1,242 | | | | 1,265,275 | |
5.625%, 11/17/2029 | | | | | | | 284 | | | | 296,593 | |
Takeda Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. 4.40%, 11/26/2023 | | | | | | | 384 | | | | 381,738 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 7,816,243 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Energy – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Continental Resources, Inc./OK 2.875%, 04/01/2032(c) | | | | | | | 1,496 | | | | 1,175,392 | |
5.75%, 01/15/2031(c) | | | | | | | 1,113 | | | | 1,084,697 | |
Oleoducto Central SA 4.00%, 07/14/2027(c) | | | | | | | 453 | | | | 398,442 | |
ONEOK Partners LP 6.125%, 02/01/2041 | | | | | | | 105 | | | | 104,251 | |
Var Energi ASA 7.50%, 01/15/2028(c) | | | | | | | 867 | | | | 916,566 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
8.00%, 11/15/2032(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 680 | | | $ | 738,324 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 4,417,672 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Services – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. 2.125%, 02/09/2031 | | | | | | | 1,075 | | | | 888,186 | |
Expedia Group, Inc. 6.25%, 05/01/2025(c) | | | | | | | 34 | | | | 34,404 | |
S&P Global, Inc. 4.25%, 05/01/2029 | | | | | | | 295 | | | | 291,785 | |
4.75%, 08/01/2028 | | | | | | | 59 | | | | 60,161 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,274,536 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Technology – 1.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Entegris Escrow Corp. 4.75%, 04/15/2029(c) | | | | | | | 1,896 | | | | 1,763,735 | |
Honeywell International, Inc. 4.125%, 11/02/2034 | | | EUR | | | | 1,853 | | | | 2,088,048 | |
Infor, Inc. 1.75%, 07/15/2025(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 450 | | | | 412,173 | |
International Business Machines Corp. 4.50%, 02/06/2026 | | | | | | | 981 | | | | 982,295 | |
4.90%, 07/27/2052 | | | | | | | 1,186 | | | | 1,108,602 | |
Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. 2.05%, 10/15/2026 | | | | | | | 1,428 | | | | 1,250,400 | |
Lenovo Group Ltd. 5.831%, 01/27/2028 | | | | | | | 1,193 | | | | 1,201,798 | |
6.536%, 07/27/2032 | | | | | | | 1,139 | | | | 1,142,061 | |
NXP BV/NXP Funding LLC 5.55%, 12/01/2028 | | | | | | | 711 | | | | 725,796 | |
SK Hynix, Inc. 2.375%, 01/19/2031(c) | | | | | | | 382 | | | | 287,049 | |
TSMC Arizona Corp. 3.875%, 04/22/2027 | | | | | | | 1,009 | | | | 989,955 | |
Western Digital Corp. 2.85%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | | | 426 | | | | 336,817 | |
3.10%, 02/01/2032 | | | | | | | 1,182 | | | | 855,898 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 13,144,627 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Transportation - Airlines – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Delta Air Lines, Inc./SkyMiles IP Ltd. 4.50%, 10/20/2025(c) | | | | | | | 440 | | | | 431,575 | |
4.75%, 10/20/2028(c) | | | | | | | 614 | | | | 595,911 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,027,486 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Transportation - Railroads – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Lima Metro Line 2 Finance Ltd. 4.35%, 04/05/2036(c) | | | | | | | 217 | | | | 192,021 | |
5.875%, 07/05/2034 | | | | | | | 275 | | | | 265,005 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 457,026 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Transportation - Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ENA Master Trust 4.00%, 05/19/2048(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 303 | | | $ | 224,410 | |
ERAC USA Finance LLC 4.599%, 05/01/2028(c) | | | | | | | 407 | | | | 406,011 | |
4.90%, 05/01/2033(c) | | | | | | | 493 | | | | 492,980 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,123,401 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 45,565,547 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Utility – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AES Panama Generation Holdings SRL 4.375%, 05/31/2030(c) | | | | | | | 358 | | | | 308,779 | |
Chile Electricity Pec SpA Zero Coupon, 01/25/2028(c) | | | | | | | 661 | | | | 492,362 | |
Duke Energy Carolinas NC Storm Funding LLC Series A-2 2.617%, 07/01/2041 | | | | | | | 1,183 | | | | 914,660 | |
Engie Energia Chile SA 3.40%, 01/28/2030 | | | | | | | 751 | | | | 615,257 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 2,331,058 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Corporates - Investment Grade (cost $103,702,381) | | | | | | | | | | | 97,310,176 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES – 5.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Autos - Fixed Rate – 3.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ACM Auto Trust Series 2023-1A, Class A 6.61%, 01/22/2030(c) | | | | | | | 1,568 | | | | 1,565,283 | |
American Credit Acceptance Receivables Trust Series 2022-3, Class A 4.12%, 02/13/2026(c) | | | | | | | 565 | | | | 562,310 | |
Avis Budget Rental Car Funding AESOP LLC Series 2023-3A, Class A 5.44%, 02/22/2028(c) | | | | | | | 1,294 | | | | 1,303,940 | |
Carvana Auto Receivables Trust Series 2021-N3, Class C 1.02%, 06/12/2028 | | | | | | | 416 | | | | 394,746 | |
Series 2021-N4, Class D 2.30%, 09/11/2028 | | | | | | | 916 | | | | 853,905 | |
Series 2021-P4, Class D 2.61%, 09/11/2028 | | | | | | | 1,206 | | | | 999,301 | |
CPS Auto Receivables Trust Series 2021-C, Class D 1.69%, 06/15/2027(c) | | | | | | | 1,080 | | | | 1,002,844 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Series 2022-A, Class C 2.17%, 04/16/2029(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,765 | | | $ | 1,669,465 | |
FHF Trust Series 2021-2A, Class A 0.83%, 12/15/2026(c) | | | | | | | 351 | | | | 334,208 | |
Ford Credit Auto Owner Trust Series 2021-1, Class D 2.31%, 10/17/2033(c) | | | | | | | 1,000 | | | | 884,872 | |
Hertz Vehicle Financing III LLC Series 2022-1A, Class C 2.63%, 06/25/2026(c) | | | | | | | 1,660 | | | | 1,526,637 | |
LAD Auto Receivables Trust Series 2021-1A, Class A 1.30%, 08/17/2026(c) | | | | | | | 589 | | | | 573,630 | |
Series 2022-1A, Class A 5.21%, 06/15/2027(c) | | | | | | | 1,582 | | | | 1,570,660 | |
Octane Receivables Trust Series 2021-2A, Class B 2.02%, 09/20/2028(c) | | | | | | | 1,508 | | | | 1,376,514 | |
Prestige Auto Receivables Trust Series 2022-1A, Class A2 5.90%, 07/15/2025(c) | | | | | | | 1,302 | | | | 1,300,813 | |
Research-Driven Pagaya Motor Asset Trust VII Series 2022-3A, Class A 5.38%, 11/25/2030(c) | | | | | | | 1,972 | | | | 1,933,098 | |
Santander Bank Auto Credit-Linked Notes Series 2022-A, Class B 5.281%, 05/15/2032(c) | | | | | | | 1,650 | | | | 1,611,884 | |
Series 2022-B, Class B 5.721%, 08/16/2032(c) | | | | | | | 1,630 | | | | 1,621,527 | |
Santander Bank NA - SBCLN Series 2021-1A, Class B 1.833%, 12/15/2031(c) | | | | | | | 558 | | | | 535,513 | |
United Auto Credit Securitization Trust Series 2022-2, Class A 4.39%, 04/10/2025(c) | | | | | | | 944 | | | | 940,711 | |
Series 2023-1, Class A 5.57%, 07/10/2025(c) | | | | | | | 1,391 | | | | 1,388,421 | |
Westlake Automobile Receivables Trust Series 2023-2A, Class A2A 5.87%, 07/15/2026(c) | | | | | | | 2,063 | | | | 2,063,365 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 26,013,647 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other ABS - Fixed Rate – 2.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AB Issuer LLC Series 2021-1, Class A2 3.734%, 07/30/2051(c) | | | | | | | 1,457 | | | | 1,217,341 | |
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| | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Affirm Asset Securitization Trust Series 2021-Z1, Class A 1.07%, 08/15/2025(c) | | U.S.$ | | | 159 | | | $ | 154,671 | |
Series 2021-Z2, Class A 1.17%, 11/16/2026(c) | | | | | 279 | | | | 268,258 | |
Series 2022-X1, Class A 1.75%, 02/15/2027(c) | | | | | 608 | | | | 592,005 | |
Amur Equipment Finance Receivables XI LLC Series 2022-2A, Class A2 5.30%, 06/21/2028(c) | | | | | 908 | | | | 903,186 | |
Atalaya Equipment Leasing Trust Series 2021-1A, Class B 2.08%, 02/15/2027(c) | | | | | 482 | | | | 453,304 | |
BHG Securitization Trust Series 2022-A, Class D 3.56%, 02/20/2035(c) | | | | | 1,350 | | | | 1,084,018 | |
Cajun Global LLC Series 2021-1, Class A2 3.931%, 11/20/2051(c) | | | | | 455 | | | | 392,961 | |
College Ave Student Loans LLC Series 2021-C, Class B 2.72%, 07/26/2055(c) | | | | | 603 | | | | 508,518 | |
Dext ABS LLC Series 2021-1, Class B 1.76%, 02/15/2028(c) | | | | | 197 | | | | 181,091 | |
Series 2023-1, Class A2 5.99%, 03/15/2032(c) | | | | | 2,148 | | | | 2,147,787 | |
Diamond Issuer Series 2021-1A, Class A 2.305%, 11/20/2051(c) | | | | | 2,152 | | | | 1,877,612 | |
Domino’s Pizza Master Issuer LLC Series 2021-1A, Class A2I 2.662%, 04/25/2051(c) | | | | | 765 | | | | 661,200 | |
GCI Funding I LLC Series 2021-1, Class A 2.38%, 06/18/2046(c) | | | | | 479 | | | | 414,903 | |
Hardee’s Funding LLC Series 2018-1A, Class A23 5.71%, 06/20/2048(c) | | | | | 495 | | | | 465,177 | |
Series 2020-1A, Class A2 3.981%, 12/20/2050(c) | | | | | 327 | | | | 284,077 | |
MVW LLC Series 2021-2A, Class B 1.83%, 05/20/2039(c) | | | | | 807 | | | | 723,589 | |
Neighborly Issuer Series 2022-1A, Class A2 3.695%, 01/30/2052(c) | | | | | 1,648 | | | | 1,371,785 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Series 2023-1A, Class A2 7.308%, 01/30/2053(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,965 | | | $ | 1,940,381 | |
Neighborly Issuer LLC Series 2021-1A, Class A2 3.584%, 04/30/2051(c) | | | | | | | 516 | | | | 436,460 | |
Nelnet Student Loan Trust Series 2021-CA, Class B 2.53%, 04/20/2062(c) | | | | | | | 758 | | | | 615,352 | |
Series 2021-DA, Class B 2.90%, 04/20/2062(c) | | | | | | | 793 | | | | 667,178 | |
NMEF Funding LLC Series 2022-B, Class A2 6.07%, 06/15/2029(c) | | | | | | | 968 | | | | 972,945 | |
Upstart Securitization Trust Series 2021-3, Class B 1.66%, 07/20/2031(c) | | | | | | | 1,090 | | | | 1,040,157 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 19,373,956 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Credit Cards - Fixed Rate – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Brex Commercial Charge Card Master Trust Series 2022-1, Class A 4.63%, 07/15/2025(c) | | | | | | | 2,894 | | | | 2,823,661 | |
Mission Lane Credit Card Master Trust Series 2021-A, Class B 2.24%, 09/15/2026(c) | | | | | | | 352 | | | | 337,531 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 3,161,192 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Asset-Backed Securities (cost $51,664,281) | | | | | | | | | | | 48,548,795 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS – 4.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Risk Share Floating Rate – 4.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bellemeade Re Ltd. Series 2019-3A, Class M1C 6.97% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.95%), 07/25/2029(c)(e) | | | | | | | 431 | | | | 430,315 | |
Series 2021-1A, Class M1C 7.765% (SOFR + 2.95%), 03/25/2031(c)(e) | | | | | | | 728 | | | | 728,730 | |
Series 2021-2A, Class M1B 6.315% (SOFR + 1.50%), 06/25/2031(c)(e) | | | | | | | 1,425 | | | | 1,402,208 | |
Series 2021-3A, Class A2 5.815% (SOFR + 1.00%), 09/25/2031(c)(e) | | | | | | | 1,699 | | | | 1,654,433 | |
Series 2022-1, Class M1B 6.965% (SOFR + 2.15%), 01/26/2032(c)(e) | | | | | | | 1,255 | | | | 1,230,130 | |
Series 2022-2, Class M1A 8.824% (SOFR + 4.00%), 09/27/2032(c)(e) | | | | | | | 2,594 | | | | 2,634,107 | |
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| | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Connecticut Avenue Securities Trust Series 2018-R07, Class 1M2 7.42% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.40%), 04/25/2031(c)(e) | | U.S.$ | | | 32 | | | $ | 32,150 | |
Series 2019-R02, Class 1M2 7.32% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.30%), 08/25/2031(c)(e) | | | | | 8 | | | | 8,091 | |
Series 2019-R03, Class 1M2 7.17% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.15%), 09/25/2031(c)(e) | | | | | 6 | | | | 5,567 | |
Series 2019-R07, Class 1M2 7.12% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.10%), 10/25/2039(c)(e) | | | | | 56 | | | | 55,553 | |
Series 2020-R01, Class 1M2 7.07% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.05%), 01/25/2040(c)(e) | | | | | 344 | | | | 344,593 | |
Series 2020-R02, Class 2M2 7.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.00%), 01/25/2040(c)(e) | | | | | 174 | | | | 174,046 | |
Series 2022-R01, Class 1M2 6.715% (SOFR + 1.90%), 12/25/2041(c)(e) | | | | | 2,899 | | | | 2,807,440 | |
Series 2022-R02, Class 2M1 6.015% (SOFR + 1.20%), 01/25/2042(c)(e) | | | | | 1,634 | | | | 1,621,827 | |
Series 2022-R03, Class 1M2 8.315% (SOFR + 3.50%), 03/25/2042(c)(e) | | | | | 2,283 | | | | 2,324,215 | |
Series 2022-R04, Class 1M2 7.915% (SOFR + 3.10%), 03/25/2042(c)(e) | | | | | 573 | | | | 578,828 | |
Series 2023-R02, Class 1M1 7.124% (SOFR + 2.30%), 01/25/2043(c)(e) | | | | | 1,067 | | | | 1,071,314 | |
Eagle Re Ltd. Series 2021-2, Class M1B 6.865% (SOFR + 2.05%), 04/25/2034(c)(e) | | | | | 675 | | | | 671,037 | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Structured Agency Credit Risk Debt Notes Series 2015-HQA2, Class M3 9.82% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.80%), 05/25/2028(e) | | | | | 88 | | | | 91,251 | |
Series 2019-DNA4, Class M2 6.97% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.95%), 10/25/2049(c)(e) | | | | | 46 | | | | 46,011 | |
Series 2020-DNA1, Class M2 6.72% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.70%), 01/25/2050(c)(e) | | | | | 155 | | | | 154,358 | |
Series 2020-DNA5, Class M2 7.615% (SOFR + 2.80%), 10/25/2050(c)(e) | | | | | 338 | | | | 343,630 | |
Series 2021-DNA5, Class M2 6.465% (SOFR + 1.65%), 01/25/2034(c)(e) | | | | | 450 | | | | 446,938 | |
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| | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Series 2021-DNA6, Class M2 6.315% (SOFR + 1.50%), 10/25/2041(c)(e) | | U.S.$ | | | 2,561 | | | $ | 2,466,927 | |
Series 2021-HQA3, Class M1 5.665% (SOFR + 0.85%), 09/25/2041(c)(e) | | | | | 1,025 | | | | 995,141 | |
Series 2021-HQA4, Class M2 7.165% (SOFR + 2.35%), 12/25/2041(c)(e) | | | | | 1,765 | | | | 1,650,840 | |
Series 2022-DNA1, Class M1B 6.665% (SOFR + 1.85%), 01/25/2042(c)(e) | | | | | 1,542 | | | | 1,493,086 | |
Series 2022-DNA2, Class M1B 7.215% (SOFR + 2.40%), 02/25/2042(c)(e) | | | | | 2,468 | | | | 2,430,898 | |
Series 2022-DNA3, Class M1B 7.715% (SOFR + 2.90%), 04/25/2042(c)(e) | | | | | 1,069 | | | | 1,065,881 | |
Series 2022-DNA4, Class M1B 8.165% (SOFR + 3.35%), 05/25/2042(c)(e) | | | | | 2,051 | | | | 2,082,125 | |
Series 2022-DNA5, Class M1B 9.315% (SOFR + 4.50%), 06/25/2042(c)(e) | | | | | 3,681 | | | | 3,900,429 | |
Series 2022-DNA6, Class M1A 6.965% (SOFR + 2.15%), 09/25/2042(c)(e) | | | | | 1,051 | | | | 1,056,139 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association Connecticut Avenue Securities Series 2014-C04, Class 1M2 9.92% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.90%), 11/25/2024(e) | | | | | 108 | | | | 113,546 | |
Series 2015-C02, Class 1M2 9.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 05/25/2025(e) | | | | | 94 | | | | 97,877 | |
Series 2015-C03, Class 1M2 10.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.00%), 07/25/2025(e) | | | | | 90 | | | | 95,772 | |
Series 2015-C04, Class 1M2 10.72% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.70%), 04/25/2028(e) | | | | | 363 | | | | 387,257 | |
Series 2021-R02, Class 2M2 6.815% (SOFR + 2.00%), 11/25/2041(c)(e) | | | | | 1,221 | | | | 1,167,893 | |
PMT Credit Risk Transfer Trust Series 2019-2R, Class A 7.768% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.75%), 05/27/2023(c)(e) | | | | | 489 | | | | 479,802 | |
Series 2019-3R, Class A 8.718% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.70%), 11/27/2031(c)(e) | | | | | 43 | | | | 42,217 | |
Series 2020-1R, Class A 8.368% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.35%), 02/27/2023(c)(e)(f) | | | | | 162 | | | | 156,165 | |
Radnor Re Ltd. Series 2019-1, Class M1B 6.97% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.95%), 02/25/2029(c)(e) | | | | | 586 | | | | 586,008 | |
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Triangle Re Ltd. Series 2021-3, Class M1A 6.715% (SOFR + 1.90%), 02/25/2034(c)(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 727 | | | $ | 726,004 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 39,850,779 | |
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Agency Floating Rate – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. REMICs Series 3955, Class SD 1.652% (6.60% - LIBOR 1 Month), 11/15/2041(e)(g) | | | | | | | 1,811 | | | | 172,233 | |
Series 4693, Class SL 1.202% (6.15% - LIBOR 1 Month), 06/15/2047(e)(g) | | | | | | | 1,103 | | | | 129,261 | |
Series 4954, Class SL 1.03% (6.05% - LIBOR 1 Month), 02/25/2050(e)(g) | | | | | | | 1,376 | | | | 161,358 | |
Series 4981, Class HS 1.08% (6.10% - LIBOR 1 Month), 06/25/2050(e)(g) | | | | | | | 2,741 | | | | 325,700 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association REMICs Series 2014-78, Class SE 1.08% (6.10% - LIBOR 1 Month), 12/25/2044(e)(g) | | | | | | | 791 | | | | 88,089 | |
Series 2016-77, Class DS 0.98% (6.00% - LIBOR 1 Month), 10/25/2046(e)(g) | | | | | | | 876 | | | | 95,798 | |
Series 2017-62, Class AS 1.13% (6.15% - LIBOR 1 Month), 08/25/2047(e)(g) | | | | | | | 940 | | | | 117,797 | |
Series 2017-97, Class LS 1.18% (6.20% - LIBOR 1 Month), 12/25/2047(e)(g) | | | | | | | 1,339 | | | | 170,893 | |
Government National Mortgage Association Series 2017-122, Class SA 1.247% (6.20% - LIBOR 1 Month), 08/20/2047(e)(g) | | | | | | | 727 | | | | 89,070 | |
Series 2017-134, Class MS 1.247% (6.20% - LIBOR 1 Month), 09/20/2047(e)(g) | | | | | | | 817 | | | | 104,420 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 1,454,619 | |
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Non-Agency Floating Rate – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA Series 2019-CL1, Class M3 7.12% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.10%), 04/25/2047(c)(e) | | | | | | | 136 | | | | 128,342 | |
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Total Collateralized Mortgage Obligations (cost $41,328,066) | | | | | | | | | | | 41,433,740 | |
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COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS – 2.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CLO - Floating Rate – 2.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AGL CLO 10 Ltd. Series 2021-10A, Class A 6.39% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.13%), 04/15/2034(c)(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 250 | | | $ | 244,457 | |
AGL CLO 12 Ltd. Series 2021-12A, Class D 8.10% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.85%), 07/20/2034(c)(e) | | | | | | | 948 | | | | 863,796 | |
AGL CLO 16 Ltd. Series 2021-16A, Class D 8.35% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.10%), 01/20/2035(c)(e) | | | | | | | 650 | | | | 610,655 | |
Balboa Bay Loan Funding Ltd. Series 2020-1A, Class DR 8.40% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.15%), 01/20/2032(c)(e) | | | | | | | 415 | | | | 373,944 | |
Series 2021-1A, Class A 6.45% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.20%), 07/20/2034(c)(e) | | | | | | | 1,111 | | | | 1,087,648 | |
Ballyrock CLO 15 Ltd. Series 2021-1A, Class C 8.36% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.10%), 04/15/2034(c)(e) | | | | | | | 1,000 | | | | 909,295 | |
Ballyrock CLO 16 Ltd. Series 2021-16A, Class C 8.15% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.90%), 07/20/2034(c)(e) | | | | | | | 660 | | | | 593,188 | |
Crown Point CLO 11 Ltd. Series 2021-11A, Class D 8.86% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.60%), 01/17/2034(c)(e) | | | | | | | 400 | | | | 373,750 | |
Dryden 78 CLO Ltd. Series 2020-78A, Class C 7.21% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.95%), 04/17/2033(c)(e) | | | | | | | 880 | | | | 831,721 | |
Series 2020-78A, Class D 8.26% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.00%), 04/17/2033(c)(e) | | | | | | | 460 | | | | 427,811 | |
Dryden 98 CLO Ltd. Series 2022-98A, Class D 8.149% (SOFR + 3.10%), 04/20/2035(c)(e) | | | | | | | 500 | | | | 441,107 | |
Elevation CLO Ltd. Series 2020-11A, Class C 7.46% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.20%), 04/15/2033(c)(e) | | | | | | | 780 | | | | 739,888 | |
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Elmwood CLO IX Ltd. Series 2021-2A, Class D 8.20% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.95%), 07/20/2034(c)(e) | | U.S.$ | | | 1,065 | | | $ | 1,017,171 | |
Flatiron CLO 21 Ltd. Series 2021-1A, Class D 8.165% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.90%), 07/19/2034(c)(e) | | | | | 1,120 | | | | 1,034,741 | |
Goldentree Loan Management US CLO 7 Ltd. Series 2020-7A, Class AR 6.32% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.07%), 04/20/2034(c)(e) | | | | | 1,077 | | | | 1,058,638 | |
Magnetite XXVI Ltd. Series 2020-26A, Class A1R 6.375% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.12%), 07/25/2034(c)(e) | | | | | 2,348 | | | | 2,308,618 | |
Neuberger Berman Loan Advisers CLO 42 Ltd Series 2021-42A, Class A 6.36% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.10%), 07/16/2035(c)(e) | | | | | 903 | | | | 885,776 | |
Neuberger Berman Loan Advisers CLO 42 Ltd. Series 2021-42A, Class D 8.06% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.80%), 07/16/2035(c)(e) | | | | | 1,295 | | | | 1,215,732 | |
Neuberger Berman Loan Advisers CLO 43 Ltd. Series 2021-43A, Class A 6.39% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.13%), 07/17/2035(c)(e) | | | | | 1,354 | | | | 1,328,539 | |
New Mountain CLO 3 Ltd. Series CLO-3A, Class A 6.43% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.18%), 10/20/2034(c)(e) | | | | | 500 | | | | 487,833 | |
OCP CLO Ltd. Series 2020-18A, Class AR 6.34% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.09%), 07/20/2032(c)(e) | | | | | 1,424 | | | | 1,401,555 | |
Pikes Peak CLO 8 Series 2021-8A, Class A 6.42% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.17%), 07/20/2034(c)(e) | | | | | 1,450 | | | | 1,423,711 | |
Rad CLO 7 Ltd. Series 2020-7A, Class C 7.26% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.00%), 04/17/2033(c)(e) | | | | | 400 | | | | 381,253 | |
Rad CLO 14 Ltd Series 2021-14A, Class A 6.43% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.17%), 01/15/2035(c)(e) | | | | | 291 | | | | 284,516 | |
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Regatta XX Funding Ltd. Series 2021-2A, Class D 8.36% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.10%), 10/15/2034(c)(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,425 | | | $ | 1,332,092 | |
Regatta XXIV Funding Ltd. Series 2021-5A, Class D 8.35% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.10%), 01/20/2035(c)(e) | | | | | | | 500 | | | | 454,333 | |
Sixth Street CLO XVII Ltd. Series 2021-17A, Class A 6.49% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.24%), 01/20/2034(c)(e) | | | | | | | 381 | | | | 376,062 | |
Voya CLO Ltd. Series 2019-1A, Class DR 8.11% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.85%), 04/15/2031(c)(e) | | | | | | | 340 | | | | 300,108 | |
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Total Collateralized Loan Obligations (cost $23,882,127) | | | | | | | | | | | 22,787,938 | |
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COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES – 1.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-Agency Fixed Rate CMBS – 0.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BAMLL Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2013-WBRK, Class D 3.652%, 03/10/2037(c) | | | | | | | 520 | | | | 436,592 | |
Citigroup Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2013-GC11, Class D 4.00%, 04/10/2046(c) | | | | | | | 79 | | | | 79,246 | |
GS Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2011-GC5, Class D 5.298%, 08/10/2044(c) | | | | | | | 19 | | | | 7,016 | |
Series 2014-GC18, Class D 5.223%, 01/10/2047(c) | | | | | | | 158 | | | | 51,428 | |
GSF Series 2021-1, Class A1 1.433%, 08/15/2026(c)(f)(h) | | | | | | | 572 | | | | 540,348 | |
Series 2021-1, Class A2 2.435%, 08/15/2026(c)(f)(h) | | | | | | | 1,421 | | | | 1,356,538 | |
Series 2021-1, Class AS 2.638%, 08/15/2026(c)(f)(h) | | | | | | | 40 | | | | 36,198 | |
HFX Funding Issuer Series 2017-1A, Class A3 3.647%, 03/15/2035(c)(e)(f) | | | | | | | 1,070 | | | | 1,018,165 | |
JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2014-C21, Class B 4.341%, 08/15/2047 | | | | | | | 314 | | | | 286,033 | |
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Series 2014-C22, Class XA 0.948%, 09/15/2047(i) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 17,508 | | | $ | 119,010 | |
LB-UBS Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2006-C6, Class AJ 5.452%, 09/15/2039 | | | | | | | 78 | | | | 32,674 | |
Morgan Stanley Bank of America Merrill Lynch Trust Series 2015-C25, Class XA 1.188%, 10/15/2048(i) | | | | | | | 9,318 | | | | 159,198 | |
Wells Fargo Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2016-LC25, Class C 4.488%, 12/15/2059 | | | | | | | 330 | | | | 287,475 | |
Series 2016-NXS6, Class C 4.533%, 11/15/2049 | | | | | | | 525 | | | | 460,421 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 4,870,342 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-Agency Floating Rate CMBS – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BAMLL Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2017-SCH, Class AF 5.948% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.00%), 11/15/2033(c)(e) | | | | | | | 1,755 | | | | 1,673,020 | |
BBCMS Mortgage Trust Series 2020-BID, Class A 7.088% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.14%), 10/15/2037(c)(e) | | | | | | | 1,383 | | | | 1,336,777 | |
BX Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2019-IMC, Class D 6.848% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.90%), 04/15/2034(c)(e) | | | | | | | 185 | | | | 178,438 | |
Series 2019-IMC, Class E 7.098% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.15%), 04/15/2034(c)(e) | | | | | | | 895 | | | | 858,448 | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Series 2021-MN1, Class M1 6.56% (SOFR + 2.00%), 01/25/2051(c)(e) | | | | | | | 111 | | | | 104,861 | |
Natixis Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2019-MILE, Class A 6.469% (SOFR + 1.58%), 07/15/2036(c)(e) | | | | | | | 461 | | | | 430,228 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 4,581,772 | |
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Total Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (cost $10,211,339) | | | | | | | | | | | 9,452,114 | |
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MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGHS – 1.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Agency Fixed Rate 30-Year – 1.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association Series 2022 2.50%, 03/01/2052 | | | | | | | 3,671 | | | | 3,186,969 | |
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3.00%, 02/01/2052 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 6,505 | | | $ | 5,877,869 | |
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Total Mortgage Pass-Throughs (cost $10,183,165) | | | | | | | | | | | 9,064,838 | |
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CORPORATES - NON-INVESTMENT GRADE – 1.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 0.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital Goods – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
TK Elevator Midco GmbH 4.375%, 07/15/2027 | | | EUR | | | | 401 | | | | 394,088 | |
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Communications - Media – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Altice Financing SA 3.00%, 01/15/2028 | | | | | | | 642 | | | | 547,755 | |
CCO Holdings LLC/CCO Holdings Capital Corp. 4.50%, 08/15/2030(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 104 | | | | 87,718 | |
4.50%, 06/01/2033(c) | | | | | | | 368 | | | | 293,414 | |
4.75%, 02/01/2032(c) | | | | | | | 2,261 | | | | 1,871,113 | |
DISH DBS Corp. 5.75%, 12/01/2028(c) | | | | | | | 1,067 | | | | 760,525 | |
VZ Vendor Financing II BV 2.875%, 01/15/2029 | | | EUR | | | | 561 | | | | 484,902 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 4,045,427 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communications - Telecommunications – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Altice France SA/France 3.375%, 01/15/2028 | | | | | | | 307 | | | | 258,607 | |
Lorca Telecom Bondco SA 4.00%, 09/18/2027 | | | | | | | 642 | | | | 650,289 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 908,896 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC 7.35%, 11/04/2027 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 501 | | | | 516,040 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Entertainment – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Carnival Corp. 4.00%, 08/01/2028(c) | | | | | | | 1,235 | | | | 1,070,807 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Organon & Co./Organon Foreign Debt Co-Issuer BV 2.875%, 04/30/2028 | | | EUR | | | | 550 | | | | 524,805 | |
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Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
APCOA Parking Holdings GmbH 4.625%, 01/15/2027 | | | EUR | | | | 642 | | | $ | 608,438 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 8,068,501 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Utility – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Vistra Corp. 7.00%, 12/15/2026(c)(d) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 751 | | | | 674,736 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total Corporates - Non-Investment Grade (cost $10,480,290) | | | | | | | | | | | 8,743,237 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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LOCAL GOVERNMENTS - US MUNICIPAL BONDS – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
United States – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
City of New York Series 2021-D 1.923%, 08/01/2031 | | | | | | | 775 | | | | 639,535 | |
Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Series 2020-A 1.086%, 07/01/2023 | | | | | | | 660 | | | | 655,324 | |
Tobacco Settlement Finance Authority/WV Series 2020 3.00%, 06/01/2035 | | | | | | | 396 | | | | 396,248 | |
University of California Series 2021-B 3.071%, 05/15/2051 | | | | | | | 1,465 | | | | 1,059,283 | |
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Total Local Governments - US Municipal Bonds (cost $3,286,877) | | | | | | | | | | | 2,750,390 | |
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QUASI-SOVEREIGNS – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Quasi-Sovereign Bonds – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Hungary – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Magyar Export-Import Bank Zrt 6.125%, 12/04/2027(c) | | | | | | | 1,197 | | | | 1,204,313 | |
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Mexico – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Comision Federal de Electricidad 3.348%, 02/09/2031(c) | | | | | | | 675 | | | | 537,806 | |
4.688%, 05/15/2029(c) | | | | | | | 1,016 | | | | 914,591 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,452,397 | |
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Total Quasi-Sovereigns (cost $2,883,511) | | | | | | | | | | | 2,656,710 | |
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EMERGING MARKETS - CORPORATE BONDS – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Volcan Cia Minera SAA 4.375%, 02/11/2026(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 125 | | | $ | 94,437 | |
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Capital Goods – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Embraer Netherlands Finance BV 5.40%, 02/01/2027 | | | | | | | 590 | | | | 567,875 | |
Odebrecht Holdco Finance Ltd. Zero Coupon, 09/10/2058(c) | | | | | | | 270 | | | | 866 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 568,741 | |
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Communications - Media – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Globo Comunicacao e Participacoes SA 4.875%, 01/22/2030(c) | | | | | | | 427 | | | | 343,014 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Wynn Macau Ltd. 5.625%, 08/26/2028(c) | | | | | | | 483 | | | | 419,908 | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Natura & Co. Luxembourg Holdings SARL 6.00%, 04/19/2029(c) | | | | | | | 592 | | | | 524,660 | |
Natura Cosmeticos SA 4.125%, 05/03/2028(c) | | | | | | | 583 | | | | 483,088 | |
Virgolino de Oliveira Finance SA 10.50%, 01/28/2018(c)(f)(h)(j)(k) | | | | | | | 655 | | | | 66 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,007,814 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 2,433,914 | |
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Utility – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Terraform Global Operating LP 6.125%, 03/01/2026(c)(f) | | | | | | | 89 | | | | 85,322 | |
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Financial Institutions – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other Finance – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
OEC Finance Ltd. 5.25%, 12/27/2033(c)(l)(m) | | | | | | | 257 | | | | 8,926 | |
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Total Emerging Markets - Corporate Bonds (cost $3,732,216) | | | | | | | | | | | 2,528,162 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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EMERGING MARKETS - SOVEREIGNS – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dominican Republic – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dominican Republic International Bond 4.875%, 09/23/2032(c) (cost $1,213,000) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,213 | | | $ | 1,042,649 | |
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| | | | | Shares | | | | |
COMMON STOCKS – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Financials – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Insurance – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Mt Logan Re Ltd. (Special Investment)(h)(j)(n) (cost $493,491) | | | | | | | 556 | | | | 522,137 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | | |
GOVERNMENTS - SOVEREIGN BONDS – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Colombia – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Colombia Government International Bond 3.125%, 04/15/2031 (cost $247,311) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 248 | | | | 183,567 | |
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| | | | | Shares | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investment Companies – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AB Fixed Income Shares, Inc. – Government Money Market Portfolio – Class AB, 4.74%(o)(p)(q) (cost $1,928,945) | | | | | | | 1,928,945 | | | | 1,928,945 | |
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Total Investments – 101.2% (cost $870,425,989) | | | | | | | | | | | 856,132,260 | |
Other assets less liabilities – (1.2)% | | | | | | | | | | | (10,353,752 | ) |
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Net Assets – 100.0% | | | | | | | | | | $ | 845,778,508 | |
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FUTURES (see Note D)
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Description | | Number of Contracts | | | Expiration Month | | | Current Notional | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Purchased Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. 10 Yr Ultra Futures | | | 496 | | | | June 2023 | | | $ | 60,240,750 | | | $ | 1,642,623 | |
U.S. T-Note 2 Yr (CBT) Futures | | | 526 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 108,442,297 | | | | 848,395 | |
U.S. T-Note 5 Yr (CBT) Futures | | | 293 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 32,154,461 | | | | 67,145 | |
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Description | | Number of Contracts | | | Expiration Month | | | Current Notional | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Sold Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
10 Yr Japan Bond (OSE) Futures | | | 27 | | | | June 2023 | | | $ | 29,448,420 | | | $ | (631,305 | ) |
U.S. Ultra Bond (CBT) Futures | | | 26 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 3,676,563 | | | | (158,103 | ) |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 1,768,755 | |
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FORWARD CURRENCY EXCHANGE CONTRACTS (see Note D)
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Counterparty | | Contracts to Deliver (000) | | | In Exchange For (000) | | | Settlement Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Bank of America, NA | | EUR | 5,893 | | | USD | 6,272 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | $ | (224,376 | ) |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | JPY | 1,314 | | | USD | 10 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | 223 | |
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| | | $ | (224,153 | ) |
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CENTRALLY CLEARED CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
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Description | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Buy Contracts | |
CDX-NAHY Series 40, 5 Year Index, 06/20/2028* | | | (5.00 | )% | | | Quarterly | | | | 4.65 | % | | | USD | | | | 10,100 | | | $ | (198,991 | ) | | $ | (21,848 | ) | | $ | (177,143 | ) |
CENTRALLY CLEARED INFLATION (CPI) SWAPS (see Note D)
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| | | | | | | | Rate Type | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | | Payments made by the Fund | | | Payments received by the Fund | | | Payment Frequency Paid/ Received | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
USD | | | 9,000 | | | | 07/15/2023 | | | | 1.902% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | $ | 1,011,570 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 1,011,570 | |
USD | | | 3,000 | | | | 01/15/2024 | | | | 1.599% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 399,085 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 399,085 | |
USD | | | 64,600 | | | | 02/26/2025 | | | | 1.589% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 8,116,131 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 8,116,131 | |
USD | | | 38,550 | | | | 02/28/2025 | | | | 1.527% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 4,959,314 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,959,314 | |
USD | | | 61,010 | | | | 05/13/2027 | | | | 3.263% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | (547,329 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (547,329 | ) |
USD | | | 29,760 | | | | 07/08/2027 | | | | 2.778% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 182,609 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 182,609 | |
USD | | | 29,760 | | | | 07/08/2027 | | | | 2.770% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 193,409 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 193,409 | |
USD | | | 20,700 | | | | 07/15/2024 | | | | 3.440% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 1,385 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,385 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 14,316,174 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 14,316,174 | |
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# | Variable interest rate based on the rate of inflation as determined by the Consumer Price Index (CPI). |
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CENTRALLY CLEARED INTEREST RATE SWAPS (see Note D)
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| | | | | | | | Rate Type | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | | Payments made by the Fund | | | Payments received by the Fund | | Payment Frequency Paid/ Received | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
USD | | | 1,160 | | | | 06/09/2025 | | | | 2.000% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | $ | 51,337 | | | $ | 66,428 | | | $ | (15,091 | ) |
USD | | | 2,106 | | | | 08/04/2025 | | | | 1.970% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 97,000 | | | | 127,800 | | | | (30,800 | ) |
USD | | | 5,400 | | | | 10/04/2026 | | | | 1.170% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 441,176 | | | | 545,891 | | | | (104,715 | ) |
USD | | | 1,080 | | | | 11/08/2026 | | | | 1.451% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 79,295 | | | | 100,847 | | | | (21,552 | ) |
USD | | | 1,080 | | | | 11/09/2026 | | | | 1.470% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 78,589 | | | | 100,850 | | | | (22,261 | ) |
USD | | | 7,030 | | | | 04/04/2027 | | | | 2.235% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 328,781 | | | | 510,145 | | | | (181,364 | ) |
USD | | | 20,920 | | | | 06/05/2027 | | | | 0.345% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 2,590,330 | | | | 3,012,281 | | | | (421,951 | ) |
USD | | | 715 | | | | 07/12/2027 | | | | 2.000% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 42,359 | | | | 58,962 | | | | (16,603 | ) |
USD | | | 5,395 | | | | 06/04/2029 | | | | 1.985% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 399,367 | | | | 559,674 | | | | (160,307 | ) |
USD | | | 3,170 | | | | 09/27/2029 | | | | 1.300% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 369,836 | | | | 460,573 | | | | (90,737 | ) |
USD | | | 40,300 | | | | 05/21/2031 | | | | 1.394% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 5,320,677 | | | | 6,532,321 | | | | (1,211,644 | ) |
USD | | | 1,490 | | | | 11/10/2035 | | | | 2.410% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 122,905 | | | | 179,916 | | | | (57,011 | ) |
USD | | | 595 | | | | 03/06/2042 | | | | 3.500% | | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | (27,113 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (27,113 | ) |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 9,894,539 | | | $ | 12,255,688 | | | $ | (2,361,149 | ) |
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CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Swap Counterparty & Referenced Obligation | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Sale Contracts | |
Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | % | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | % | | | USD | | | | 5 | | | $ | (1,063 | ) | | $ | (765 | ) | | $ | (298 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 5 | | | | (1,063 | ) | | | (612 | ) | | | (451 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 7 | | | | (1,536 | ) | | | (698 | ) | | | (838 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 15 | | | | (3,189 | ) | | | (2,124 | ) | | | (1,065 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 15 | | | | (3,189 | ) | | | (1,935 | ) | | | (1,254 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 14 | | | | (2,953 | ) | | | (1,591 | ) | | | (1,362 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 21 | | | | (4,370 | ) | | | (2,478 | ) | | | (1,892 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 25 | | | | (5,079 | ) | | | (2,974 | ) | | | (2,105 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 25 | | | | (5,079 | ) | | | (2,880 | ) | | | (2,199 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 29 | | | | (5,906 | ) | | | (2,895 | ) | | | (3,011 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 34 | | | | (7,087 | ) | | | (4,018 | ) | | | (3,069 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 53 | | | | (10,866 | ) | | | (6,009 | ) | | | (4,857 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 50 | | | | (10,276 | ) | | | (5,257 | ) | | | (5,019 | ) |
Credit Suisse International | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 3 | | | | (591 | ) | | | (330 | ) | | | (261 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 70 | | | | (14,410 | ) | | | (7,848 | ) | | | (6,562 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 74 | | | | (15,355 | ) | | | (5,564 | ) | | | (9,791 | ) |
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Swap Counterparty & Referenced Obligation | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | % | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | % | | | USD | | | | 97 | | | $ | (19,961 | ) | | $ | (7,387 | ) | | $ | (12,574 | ) |
Deutsche Bank AG | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 17 | | | | (3,543 | ) | | | (1,856 | ) | | | (1,687 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 74 | | | | (15,355 | ) | | | (8,646 | ) | | | (6,709 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 86 | | | | (17,717 | ) | | | (9,976 | ) | | | (7,741 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 124 | | | | (25,631 | ) | | | (13,101 | ) | | | (12,530 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 125 | | | | (25,749 | ) | | | (13,156 | ) | | | (12,593 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 409 | | | | (84,334 | ) | | | (21,631 | ) | | | (62,703 | ) |
Goldman Sachs International | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 9 | | | | (1,771 | ) | | | (1,202 | ) | | | (569 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 9 | | | | (1,771 | ) | | | (709 | ) | | | (1,062 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 17 | | | | (3,543 | ) | | | (1,564 | ) | | | (1,979 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 17 | | | | (3,543 | ) | | | (1,445 | ) | | | (2,098 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 34 | | | | (6,969 | ) | | | (3,362 | ) | | | (3,607 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 95 | | | | (19,607 | ) | | | (9,335 | ) | | | (10,272 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 102 | | | | (21,024 | ) | | | (8,118 | ) | | | (12,906 | ) |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | % | | | USD | | | | 109 | | | | (22,560 | ) | | | (7,109 | ) | | | (15,451 | ) |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (365,090 | ) | | $ | (156,575 | ) | | $ | (208,515 | ) |
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INFLATION (CPI) SWAPS (see Note D)
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| | | | | | | | Rate Type | | | | | | | | | | | |
Swap Counterparty | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | | Payments made by the Fund | | Payments received by the Fund | | Payment Frequency Paid/ Received | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD 23,800 | | | | 07/15/2023 | | | 1.848% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | $ | 2,743,487 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 2,743,487 | |
# | Variable interest rate based on the rate of inflation as determined by the Consumer Price Index (CPI). |
REVERSE REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS (see Note D)
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Broker | | Interest Rate | | | Maturity | | | U.S. $ Value at April 30, 2023 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank† | | | 4.87 | % | | | — | | | $ | 5,895,222 | |
† | The reverse repurchase agreement matures on demand. Interest rate resets daily and the rate shown is the rate in effect on April 30, 2023. |
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The type of underlying collateral and the remaining maturity of open reverse repurchase agreements on the statements of assets and liabilities is as follows:
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| | Overnight and Continuous | | | Up to 30 Days | | | 31-90 Days | | | Greater than 90 Days | | | Total | |
Inflation-Linked Securities | | $ | 5,895,222 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 5,895,222 | |
(a) | Position, or a portion thereof, has been segregated to collateralize reverse repurchase agreements. |
(b) | Position, or a portion thereof, has been segregated to collateralize OTC derivatives outstanding. |
(c) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities are considered restricted, but liquid and may be resold in transactions exempt from registration. At April 30, 2023, the aggregate market value of these securities amounted to $166,380,836 or 19.7% of net assets. |
(d) | Securities are perpetual and, thus, do not have a predetermined maturity date. The date shown, if applicable, reflects the next call date. |
(e) | Floating Rate Security. Stated interest/floor/ceiling rate was in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(f) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities, which represent 0.37% of net assets as of April 30, 2023, are considered illiquid and restricted. Additional information regarding such securities follows: |
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144A/Restricted & Illiquid Securities | | Acquisition Date | | | Cost | | | Market Value | | | Percentage of Net Assets | |
GSF Series 2021-1, Class A1 1.433%, 08/15/2026 | | | 02/25/2021 | | | $ | 556,039 | | | $ | 540,348 | | | | 0.06 | % |
GSF Series 2021-1, Class A2 2.435%, 08/15/2026 | | | 02/25/2021 | | | | 1,452,432 | | | | 1,356,538 | | | | 0.16 | % |
GSF Series 2021-1, Class AS 2.638%, 08/15/2026 | | | 02/25/2021 | | | | 40,741 | | | | 36,198 | | | | 0.00 | % |
HFX Funding Issuer Series 2017-1A, Class A3 3.647%, 03/15/2035 | | | 11/19/2020 | | | | 1,137,092 | | | | 1,018,165 | | | | 0.12 | % |
PMT Credit Risk Transfer Trust Series 2020-1R, Class A 8.368%, 02/27/2023 | | | 02/11/2000 | | | | 161,644 | | | | 156,165 | | | | 0.02 | % |
Terraform Global Operating LP 6.125%, 03/01/2026 | | | 02/08/2018 | | | | 89,000 | | | | 85,322 | | | | 0.01 | % |
Virgolino de Oliveira Finance SA 10.50%, 01/28/2018 | | | 01/24/2014 | | | | 363,153 | | | | 66 | | | | 0.00 | % |
(g) | Inverse interest only security. |
(h) | Security in which significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) were used in determining fair value. |
(j) | Fair valued by the Adviser. |
(k) | Defaulted matured security. |
(l) | Coupon rate adjusts periodically based upon a predetermined schedule. Stated interest rate in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(m) | Pay-In-Kind Payments (PIK). The issuer may pay cash interest and/or interest in additional debt securities. Rates shown are the rates in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(n) | Non-income producing security. |
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(o) | Affiliated investments. |
(p) | To obtain a copy of the fund’s shareholder report, please go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227-4618. |
(q) | The rate shown represents the 7-day yield as of period end. |
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Currency Abbreviations: EUR – Euro JPY – Japanese Yen USD – United States Dollar |
Glossary:
ABS – Asset-Backed Securities
CBT – Chicago Board of Trade
CDX-CMBX.NA – North American Commercial Mortgage-Backed Index
CDX-NAHY – North American High Yield Credit Default Swap Index
CLO – Collateralized Loan Obligations
CMBS – Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities
CPI – Consumer Price Index
LIBOR – London Interbank Offered Rate
OSE – Osaka Securities Exchange
REIT – Real Estate Investment Trust
REMICs – Real Estate Mortgage Investment Conduits
SOFR – Secured Overnight Financing Rate
TIPS – Treasury Inflation Protected Security
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Assets | |
Investments in securities, at value | |
Unaffiliated issuers (cost $868,497,044) | | $ | 854,203,315 | |
Affiliated issuers (cost $1,928,945) | | | 1,928,945 | |
Cash | | | 59,889 | |
Cash collateral due from broker | | | 12,302,462 | |
Unaffiliated interest and dividends receivable | | | 2,832,816 | |
Unrealized appreciation on inflation swaps | | | 2,743,487 | |
Receivable for investment securities sold | | | 1,040,012 | |
Receivable for capital stock sold | | | 931,178 | |
Receivable for variation margin on futures | | | 406,624 | |
Affiliated dividends receivable | | | 79,286 | |
Unrealized appreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 223 | |
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Total assets | | | 876,528,237 | |
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Liabilities | |
Payable for investment securities purchased | | | 19,592,043 | |
Payable for reverse repurchase agreements | | | 5,895,222 | |
Cash collateral due to broker | | | 2,770,000 | |
Payable for capital stock redeemed | | | 972,815 | |
Market value on credit default swaps (net premiums received $156,575) | | | 365,090 | |
Payable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 282,856 | |
Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 224,376 | |
Advisory fee payable | | | 191,227 | |
Distribution fee payable | | | 49,899 | |
Administrative fee payable | | | 33,270 | |
Transfer Agent fee payable | | | 26,539 | |
Foreign capital gains tax payable | | | 14,365 | |
Directors’ fees payable | | | 3,386 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 328,641 | |
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Total liabilities | | | 30,749,729 | |
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Net Assets | | $ | 845,778,508 | |
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Composition of Net Assets | |
Capital stock, at par | | $ | 81,082 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 954,625,790 | |
Accumulated loss | | | (108,928,364 | ) |
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Net Assets | | $ | 845,778,508 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES (continued)
Net Asset Value Per Share—33 billion shares of capital stock authorized, $.001 par value
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Class | | Net Assets | | | Shares Outstanding | | | Net Asset Value | |
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A | | $ | 57,859,996 | | | | 5,482,680 | | | $ | 10.55 | * |
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C | | $ | 11,308,344 | | | | 1,108,381 | | | $ | 10.20 | |
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Advisor | | $ | 334,220,474 | | | | 31,619,820 | | | $ | 10.57 | |
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R | | $ | 2,430,587 | | | | 229,501 | | | $ | 10.59 | |
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K | | $ | 4,592,878 | | | | 435,405 | | | $ | 10.55 | |
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I | | $ | 5,370,945 | | | | 514,883 | | | $ | 10.43 | |
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1 | | $ | 373,130,280 | | | | 36,180,141 | | | $ | 10.31 | |
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2 | | $ | 45,918,378 | | | | 4,453,979 | | | $ | 10.31 | |
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Z | | $ | 10,946,626 | | | | 1,057,371 | | | $ | 10.35 | |
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* | The maximum offering price per share for Class A shares was $10.79 which reflects a sales charge of 2.25%. |
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Investment Income | | | | | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 20,677,470 | | | | | |
Dividends—Affiliated issuers | | | 324,209 | | | $ | 21,001,679 | |
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Expenses | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fee (see Note B) | | | 2,375,496 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class A | | | 74,743 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class C | | | 64,613 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class R | | | 6,029 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class K | | | 5,532 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class 1 | | | 187,360 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class A | | | 45,441 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class C | | | 9,766 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Advisor Class | | | 324,235 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class R | | | 3,135 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class K | | | 4,426 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class I | | | 2,694 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class 1 | | | 28,134 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class 2 | | | 3,604 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class Z | | | 1,256 | | | | | |
Registration fees | | | 140,631 | | | | | |
Custody and accounting | | | 97,895 | | | | | |
Audit and tax | | | 57,772 | | | | | |
Administrative | | | 52,545 | | | | | |
Printing | | | 46,663 | | | | | |
Legal | | | 23,913 | | | | | |
Directors’ fees | | | 15,943 | | | | | |
Miscellaneous | | | 18,073 | | | | | |
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Total expenses before interest expense | | | 3,589,899 | | | | | |
Interest expense | | | 831,581 | | | | | |
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Total expenses | | | 4,421,480 | | | | | |
Less: expenses waived and reimbursed by the Adviser (see Note B) | | | (883,480 | ) | | | | |
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Net expenses | | | | | | | 3,538,000 | |
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Net investment income | | | | | | | 17,463,679 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS (continued)
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Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investment and Foreign Currency Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | | | | | | | | |
Investment transactions | | | | | | $ | (93,597,831 | ) |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | (172,841 | ) |
Futures | | | | | | | 1,040,314 | |
Swaps | | | | | | | 11,086,197 | |
Foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | (925,289 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of: | | | | | | | | |
Investments | | | | | | | 122,303,898 | |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | (119,359 | ) |
Futures | | | | | | | 2,089,067 | |
Swaps | | | | | | | (16,898,510 | ) |
Foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | | | | | 29,002 | |
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Net gain on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | 24,834,648 | |
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Net Increase in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | $ | 42,298,327 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
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| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | $ | 17,463,679 | | | $ | 68,607,369 | |
Net realized loss on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | (82,569,450 | ) | | | (30,103,162 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments and foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | 107,404,098 | | | | (147,233,438 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations | | | 42,298,327 | | | | (108,729,231 | ) |
Distributions to Shareholders | | | | | | | | |
Class A | | | (1,030,926 | ) | | | (4,072,663 | ) |
Class C | | | (187,452 | ) | | | (935,082 | ) |
Advisor Class | | | (7,736,381 | ) | | | (35,350,604 | ) |
Class R | | | (38,101 | ) | | | (134,438 | ) |
Class K | | | (74,971 | ) | | | (306,142 | ) |
Class I | | | (105,103 | ) | | | (438,474 | ) |
Class 1 | | | (7,001,795 | ) | | | (25,583,456 | ) |
Class 2 | | | (905,031 | ) | | | (4,260,551 | ) |
Class Z | | | (202,367 | ) | | | (1,252,299 | ) |
Capital Stock Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (237,744,062 | ) | | | 215,890,499 | |
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Total increase (decrease) | | | (212,727,862 | ) | | | 34,827,559 | |
Net Assets | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 1,058,506,370 | | | | 1,023,678,811 | |
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End of period | | $ | 845,778,508 | | | $ | 1,058,506,370 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
NOTE A
Significant Accounting Policies
AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 as an open-end management investment company. The Company, which is a Maryland corporation, operates as a series company comprised of 10 portfolios currently in operation. Each portfolio is considered to be a separate entity for financial reporting and tax purposes. This report relates only to the AB Bond Inflation Strategy Portfolio (the “Fund”), a diversified portfolio. The Fund has authorized the issuance of Class A, Class B, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I, Class Z, Class T, Class 1 and Class 2. Class B and Class T shares have not been issued. Class 1 shares are sold only to the private clients of Sanford C. Bernstein & Co. LLC by its registered representatives. Effective March 7, 2022, the maximum sales charge for purchases of Class A shares was reduced from 4.25% to 2.25% and purchases in amounts of $500,000 or more, or by certain group retirement plans, may be subject to a 1%, 18-month contingent deferred sales charge, which may be subject to waiver in certain circumstances. Prior to March 7, 2022, purchases of Class A shares in amounts of $1,000,000 or more, or by certain group retirement plans, may have been subject to a 1%, 1-year contingent deferred sales charge, which may have been subject to waiver in certain circumstances. Class C shares are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1% on redemptions made within the first year after purchase, and 0% after the first year of purchase. Effective May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically convert to Class A shares eight years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Prior to May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically converted to Class A shares 10 years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Class R, Class K, and Class 1 shares are sold without an initial or contingent deferred sales charge. Advisor Class, Class I, Class 2 and Class Z shares are sold without an initial or contingent deferred sales charge and are not subject to ongoing distribution expenses. All 11 classes of shares have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights, except that the classes bear different distribution and transfer agency expenses. Each class has exclusive voting rights with respect to its distribution plan. The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The Fund is an investment company under U.S. GAAP and follows the accounting and reporting guidance applicable to investment companies. The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
1. Security Valuation
Portfolio securities are valued at market value determined on the basis of market quotations or, if market quotations are not readily available or are unreliable, at “fair value” as determined in accordance with procedures approved by and under the oversight of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Pursuant to these procedures, AllianceBernstein L.P. (the “Adviser”) serves as the Fund’s valuation designee pursuant to Rule 2a-5 of the 1940 Act. In this capacity, the Adviser is responsible, among other things, for making all fair value determinations relating to the Fund’s portfolio investments, subject to the Board’s oversight.
In general, the market values of securities which are readily available and deemed reliable are determined as follows: securities listed on a national securities exchange (other than securities listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market, Inc. (“NASDAQ”)) or on a foreign securities exchange are valued at the last sale price at the close of the exchange or foreign securities exchange. If there has been no sale on such day, the securities are valued at the last traded price from the previous day. Securities listed on more than one exchange are valued by reference to the principal exchange on which the securities are traded; securities listed only on NASDAQ are valued in accordance with the NASDAQ Official Closing Price; listed or over the counter (“OTC”) market put or call options are valued at the mid level between the current bid and ask prices. If either a current bid or current ask price is unavailable, the Adviser will have discretion to determine the best valuation (e.g., last trade price in the case of listed options); open futures are valued using the closing settlement price or, in the absence of such a price, the most recent quoted bid price. If there are no quotations available for the day of valuation, the last available closing settlement price is used; U.S. Government securities and any other debt instruments having 60 days or less remaining until maturity are generally valued at market by an independent pricing vendor, if a market price is available. If a market price is not available, the securities are valued at amortized cost. This methodology is commonly used for short term securities that have an original maturity of 60 days or less, as well as short term securities that had an original term to maturity that exceeded 60 days. In instances when amortized cost is utilized, the Valuation Committee (the “Committee”) must reasonably conclude that the utilization of amortized cost is approximately the same as the fair value of the security. Factors the Committee will consider include, but are not limited to, an impairment of the creditworthiness of the issuer or material changes in interest rates. Fixed-income securities, including mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, may be valued on the basis of prices provided by a pricing service or at a price obtained from one or more of the major broker-dealers. In cases where broker-dealer quotes are obtained, the Adviser may establish procedures whereby changes in market yields or spreads are used to adjust, on a daily basis, a recently obtained quoted price on a security. Swaps and other derivatives are valued daily, primarily
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using independent pricing services, independent pricing models using market inputs, as well as third party broker-dealers or counterparties. Open-end mutual funds are valued at the closing net asset value per share, while exchange traded funds are valued at the closing market price per share.
Securities for which market quotations are not readily available (including restricted securities) or are deemed unreliable are valued at fair value as deemed appropriate by the Adviser. Factors considered in making this determination may include, but are not limited to, information obtained by contacting the issuer, analysts, analysis of the issuer’s financial statements or other available documents. In addition, the Fund may use fair value pricing for securities primarily traded in non-U.S. markets because most foreign markets close well before the Fund values its securities at 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time. The earlier close of these foreign markets gives rise to the possibility that significant events, including broad market moves, may have occurred in the interim and may materially affect the value of those securities. To account for this, the Fund generally values many of its foreign equity securities using fair value prices based on third party vendor modeling tools to the extent available.
2. Fair Value Measurements
In accordance with U.S. GAAP regarding fair value measurements, fair value is defined as the price that the Fund would receive to sell an asset or pay to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. U.S. GAAP establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and a three-level hierarchy for fair value measurements based upon the transparency of inputs to the valuation of an asset or liability (including those valued based on their market values as described in Note A.1 above). Inputs may be observable or unobservable and refer broadly to the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. Observable inputs reflect the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on market data obtained from sources independent of the Fund. Unobservable inputs reflect the Fund’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on the best information available in the circumstances. Each investment is assigned a level based upon the observability of the inputs which are significant to the overall valuation. The three-tier hierarchy of inputs is summarized below.
| • | | Level 1—quoted prices in active markets for identical investments |
| • | | Level 2—other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar investments, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.) |
| • | | Level 3—significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments) |
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
The fair value of debt instruments, such as bonds, and over-the-counter derivatives is generally based on market price quotations, recently executed market transactions (where observable) or industry recognized modeling techniques and are generally classified as Level 2. Pricing vendor inputs to Level 2 valuations may include quoted prices for similar investments in active markets, interest rate curves, coupon rates, currency rates, yield curves, option adjusted spreads, default rates, credit spreads and other unique security features in order to estimate the relevant cash flows which are then discounted to calculate fair values. If these inputs are unobservable and significant to the fair value, these investments will be classified as Level 3.
Where readily available market prices or relevant bid prices are not available for certain equity investments, such investments may be valued based on similar publicly traded investments, movements in relevant indices since last available prices or based upon underlying company fundamentals and comparable company data (such as multiples to earnings or other multiples to equity). Where an investment is valued using an observable input, such as another publicly traded security, the investment will be classified as Level 2. If management determines that an adjustment is appropriate based on restrictions on resale, illiquidity or uncertainty, and such adjustment is a significant component of the valuation, the investment will be classified as Level 3. An investment will also be classified as Level 3 where management uses company fundamentals and other significant inputs to determine the valuation.
Valuations of mortgage-backed or other asset-backed securities, by pricing vendors, are based on both proprietary and industry recognized models and discounted cash flow techniques. Significant inputs to the valuation of these instruments are value of the collateral, the rates and timing of delinquencies, the rates and timing of prepayments, and default and loss expectations, which are driven in part by housing prices for residential mortgages. Significant inputs are determined based on relative value analyses, which incorporate comparisons to instruments with similar collateral and risk profiles, including relevant indices. Mortgage and asset-backed securities for which management has collected current observable data through pricing services are generally categorized within Level 2. Those investments for which current observable data has not been provided are classified as Level 3.
Other fixed income investments, including non-U.S. government and corporate debt, are generally valued using quoted market prices, if available, which are typically impacted by current interest rates, maturity dates and any perceived credit risk of the issuer. Additionally, in the absence of quoted market prices, these inputs are used by pricing vendors to derive a
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valuation based upon industry or proprietary models which incorporate issuer specific data with relevant yield/spread comparisons with more widely quoted bonds with similar key characteristics. Those investments for which there are observable inputs are classified as Level 2. Where the inputs are not observable, the investments are classified as Level 3.
The following table summarizes the valuation of the Fund’s investments by the above fair value hierarchy levels as of April 30, 2023:
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Investments in Securities: | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Inflation-Linked Securities | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 607,178,862 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 607,178,862 | |
Corporates – Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | | 97,310,176 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 97,310,176 | |
Asset-Backed Securities | | | – 0 | – | | | 48,548,795 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 48,548,795 | |
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations | | | – 0 | – | | | 41,433,740 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 41,433,740 | |
Collateralized Loan Obligations | | | – 0 | – | | | 22,787,938 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 22,787,938 | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities | | | – 0 | – | | | 7,519,030 | | | | 1,933,084 | | | | 9,452,114 | |
Mortgage Pass-Throughs | | | – 0 | – | | | 9,064,838 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 9,064,838 | |
Corporates – Non-Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | | 8,743,237 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 8,743,237 | |
Local Governments – US Municipal Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,750,390 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,750,390 | |
Quasi-Sovereigns | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,656,710 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,656,710 | |
Emerging Markets – Corporate Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,528,096 | | | | 66 | | | | 2,528,162 | |
Emerging Markets – Sovereigns | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,042,649 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,042,649 | |
Common Stocks | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 522,137 | | | | 522,137 | |
Governments – Sovereign Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 183,567 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 183,567 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 1,928,945 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,928,945 | |
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Total Investments in Securities | | | 1,928,945 | | | | 851,748,028 | | | | 2,455,287 | | | | 856,132,260 | |
Other Financial Instruments(a): | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures | | | 2,558,163 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,558,163 | (b) |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | 223 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 223 | |
Centrally Cleared Inflation (CPI) Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 14,863,503 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 14,863,503 | (b) |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swap | | | – 0 | – | | | 9,921,652 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 9,921,652 | (b) |
Inflation (CPI) Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,743,487 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,743,487 | |
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
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Investments in Securities: | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Liabilities: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures | | $ | (789,408 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | (789,408 | )(b) |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | (224,376 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (224,376 | ) |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (198,991 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (198,991 | )(b) |
Centrally Cleared Inflation (CPI) Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (547,329 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (547,329 | )(b) |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swap | | | – 0 | – | | | (27,113 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (27,113 | )(b) |
Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (365,090 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (365,090 | ) |
Reverse Repurchase Agreements | | | (5,895,222 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (5,895,222 | ) |
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Total | | $ | (2,197,522 | ) | | $ | 877,913,994 | | | $ | 2,455,287 | | | $ | 878,171,759 | |
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(a) | Other financial instruments are derivative instruments, such as futures, forwards and swaps, which are valued at the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on the instrument. Other financial instruments may also include swaps with upfront premiums, written options and written swaptions which are valued at market value. |
(b) | Only variation margin receivable (payable) at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. Where applicable, centrally cleared swaps with upfront premiums are presented here at market value. |
3. Currency Translation
Assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies and commitments under forward currency exchange contracts are translated into U.S. dollars at the mean of the quoted bid and ask prices of such currencies against the U.S. dollar. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities are translated into U.S. dollars at the rates of exchange prevailing when such securities were acquired or sold. Income and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars at rates of exchange prevailing when accrued.
Net realized gain or loss on foreign currency transactions represents foreign exchange gains and losses from sales and maturities of foreign fixed income investments, holding of foreign currencies, currency gains or losses realized between the trade and settlement dates on foreign investment transactions, and the difference between the amounts of dividends, interest and foreign withholding taxes recorded on the Fund’s books and the U.S. dollar equivalent amounts actually received or paid. Net unrealized currency gains and losses from valuing foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities at period end exchange rates are reflected as a component of net unrealized appreciation or depreciation of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities.
4. Taxes
It is the Fund’s policy to meet the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute all of
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its investment company taxable income and net realized gains, if any, to shareholders. Therefore, no provisions for federal income or excise taxes are required. The Fund may be subject to taxes imposed by countries in which it invests. Such taxes are generally based on income and/or capital gains earned or repatriated. Taxes are accrued and applied to net investment income, net realized gains and net unrealized appreciation/depreciation as such income and/or gains are earned.
In accordance with U.S. GAAP requirements regarding accounting for uncertainties in income taxes, management has analyzed the Fund’s tax positions taken or expected to be taken on federal and state income tax returns for all open tax years (the current and the prior three tax years) and has concluded that no provision for income tax is required in the Fund’s financial statements.
5. Investment Income and Investment Transactions
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date or as soon as the Fund is informed of the dividend. Interest income is accrued daily. Investment transactions are accounted for on the date the securities are purchased or sold. Investment gains or losses are determined on the identified cost basis. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date at the fair value of the securities received. The Fund amortizes premiums and accretes discounts as adjustments to interest income.
The Fund accounts for distributions received from REIT investments or from regulated investment companies as dividend income, realized gain, or return of capital based on information provided by the REIT or the investment company.
6. Class Allocations
All income earned and expenses incurred by the Fund are borne on a pro-rata basis by each outstanding class of shares, based on the proportionate interest in the Fund represented by the net assets of such class, except for class specific expenses which are allocated to the respective class. Expenses of the Company are charged proportionately to each fund or based on other appropriate methods. Realized and unrealized gains and losses are allocated among the various share classes based on respective net assets.
7. Dividends and Distributions
Dividends and distributions to shareholders, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gains distributions are determined in accordance with federal tax regulations and may differ from those determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. To the extent these
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differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on their federal tax basis treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
NOTE B
Advisory Fee and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Under the terms of the investment advisory agreement, the Fund pays the Adviser an advisory fee at an annual rate of .50% of the first $2.5 billion, .45% of the next $2.5 billion and .40% in excess of $5 billion, of the Fund’s average daily net assets. The Adviser has agreed to waive its fees and bear certain expenses to the extent necessary to limit total operating expenses (excluding extraordinary expenses, interest expense, and acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest), on an annual basis (“Expense Caps”) to .75%, 1.50%, .50%, 1.00%, .75%, .50%, .60%, .50% and .50% of the daily average net assets for the Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I, Class 1, Class 2, and Class Z shares, respectively. This fee waiver and/or expense reimbursement agreement will remain in effect until January 31, 2024 and then may be extended for additional one-year terms. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such reimbursement amounted to $876,126.
Pursuant to the investment advisory agreement, the Fund may reimburse the Adviser for certain legal and accounting services provided to the Fund by the Adviser. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the reimbursement for such services amounted to $52,545.
The Fund compensates AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. (“ABIS”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, under a Transfer Agency Agreement for providing personnel and facilities to perform transfer agency services for the Fund. ABIS may make payments to intermediaries that provide omnibus account services, sub-accounting services and/or networking services. Such compensation retained by ABIS amounted to $107,202 for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, serves as the distributor of the Fund’s shares. The Distributor has advised the Fund that it has retained front-end sales charges of $1,873 from the sale of Class A shares and received $1,611 and $2,060 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed upon redemptions by shareholders of Class A and Class C shares, respectively, for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
The Fund may invest in AB Government Money Market Portfolio (the “Government Money Market Portfolio”) which has a contractual annual
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advisory fee rate of .20% of the portfolio’s average daily net assets and bears its own expenses. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive .10% of the advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio (resulting in a net advisory fee of .10%) until August 31, 2023. In connection with the investment by the Fund in Government Money Market Portfolio, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of the effective advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio, as borne indirectly by the Fund as an acquired fund fee and expense. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such waiver amounted to $7,354.
A summary of the Fund’s transactions in AB mutual funds for the six months ended April 30, 2023 is as follows:
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Fund | | Market Value 10/31/22 (000) | | | Purchases at Cost (000) | | | Sales Proceeds (000) | | | Market Value 4/30/23 (000) | | | Dividend Income (000) | |
Government Money Market Portfolio | | $ | 43,764 | | | $ | 396,515 | | | $ | 438,350 | | | $ | 1,929 | | | $ | 324 | |
NOTE C
Distribution Services Agreement
The Fund has adopted a Distribution Services Agreement (the “Agreement”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Under the Agreement, the Fund pays distribution and servicing fees to the Distributor at an annual rate of up to .30% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares, 1% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C shares, .50% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares, .25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares and .10% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class 1 shares. There are no distribution and servicing fees on the Advisor Class, Class I, Class 2 and Class Z shares. Payments under the Agreement in respect of Class A shares are currently limited to an annual rate of .25% of Class A shares’ average daily net assets. The fees are accrued daily and paid monthly. The Agreement provides that the Distributor will use such payments in their entirety for distribution assistance and promotional activities. Since the commencement of the Fund’s operations, the Distributor has incurred expenses in excess of the distribution costs reimbursed by the Fund in the amounts of $299,524, $61,521, $60,357 and $1,583,264 for Class C, Class R, Class K and Class 1 shares, respectively. While such costs may be recovered from the Fund in future periods so long as the Agreement is in effect, the rate of the distribution and servicing fees payable under the Agreement may not be increased without a shareholder vote. In accordance with the Agreement, there is no provision
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for recovery of unreimbursed distribution costs incurred by the Distributor beyond the current fiscal year for Class A shares. The Agreement also provides that the Adviser may use its own resources to finance the distribution of the Fund’s shares.
NOTE D
Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) for the six months ended April 30, 2023 were as follows:
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Investment securities (excluding U.S. government securities) | | $ | 50,445,720 | | | $ | 79,608,624 | |
U.S. government securities | | | 938,693,936 | | | | 1,155,520,879 | |
The cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was substantially the same as the cost for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, gross unrealized appreciation and unrealized depreciation are as follows:
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Gross unrealized appreciation | | $ | 27,615,282 | |
Gross unrealized depreciation | | | (26,051,555 | ) |
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Net unrealized appreciation | | $ | 1,563,727 | |
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1. Derivative Financial Instruments
The Fund may use derivatives in an effort to earn income and enhance returns, to replace more traditional direct investments, to obtain exposure to otherwise inaccessible markets (collectively, “investment purposes”), or to hedge or adjust the risk profile of its portfolio.
The principal types of derivatives utilized by the Fund, as well as the methods in which they may be used are:
The Fund may buy or sell futures for investment purposes or for the purpose of hedging its portfolio against adverse effects of potential movements in the market. The Fund bears the market risk that arises from changes in the value of these instruments and the imperfect correlation between movements in the price of the futures and movements in the price of the assets, reference rates or indices which they are designed to track. Among other things, the Fund may purchase or sell futures for foreign currencies or options thereon for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investment in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
At the time the Fund enters into futures, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by
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the exchange on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for exchange-traded futures is generally less than privately negotiated futures, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each exchange-traded future, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Use of long futures subjects the Fund to risk of loss in excess of the amounts shown on the statement of assets and liabilities, up to the notional value of the futures. Use of short futures subjects the Fund to unlimited risk of loss. Under some circumstances, futures exchanges may establish daily limits on the amount that the price of futures can vary from the previous day’s settlement price, which could effectively prevent liquidation of unfavorable positions.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held futures for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
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The Fund may enter into forward currency exchange contracts in order to hedge its exposure to changes in foreign currency exchange rates on its foreign portfolio holdings, to hedge certain firm purchase and sale commitments denominated in foreign currencies and for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investments in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
A forward currency exchange contract is a commitment to purchase or sell a foreign currency at a future date at a negotiated forward rate. The gain or loss arising from the difference between the original contract and the closing of such contract would be included in net realized gain or loss on forward currency exchange contracts. Fluctuations in the value of open forward currency exchange contracts are recorded for financial reporting purposes as unrealized appreciation and/or depreciation by the Fund. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of a contract and from unanticipated movements in the value of a foreign currency relative to the U.S. dollar.
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During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held forward currency exchange contracts for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The Fund may enter into swaps to hedge its exposure to interest rates, credit risk or currencies. The Fund may also enter into swaps for non-hedging purposes as a means of gaining market exposures, making direct investments in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions.” A swap is an agreement that obligates two parties to exchange a series of cash flows at specified intervals based upon or calculated by reference to changes in specified prices or rates for a specified amount of an underlying asset. The payment flows are usually netted against each other, with the difference being paid by one party to the other. In addition, collateral may be pledged or received by the Fund in accordance with the terms of the respective swaps to provide value and recourse to the Fund or its counterparties in the event of default, bankruptcy or insolvency by one of the parties to the swap.
Risks may arise as a result of the failure of the counterparty to the swap to comply with the terms of the swap. The loss incurred by the failure of a counterparty is generally limited to the net interim payment to be received by the Fund, and/or the termination value at the end of the contract. Therefore, the Fund considers the creditworthiness of each counterparty to a swap in evaluating potential counterparty risk. This risk is mitigated by having a netting arrangement between the Fund and the counterparty and by the posting of collateral by the counterparty to the Fund to cover the Fund’s exposure to the counterparty. Additionally, risks may arise from unanticipated movements in interest rates or in the value of the underlying securities. The Fund accrues for the interim payments on swaps on a daily basis, with the net amount recorded within unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of assets and liabilities, where applicable. Once the interim payments are settled in cash, the net amount is recorded as realized gain/(loss) on swaps on the statement of operations, in addition to any realized gain/(loss) recorded upon the termination of swaps. Upfront premiums paid or received for swaps are recognized as cost or proceeds on the statement of assets and liabilities and are amortized on a straight line basis over the life of the contract. Amortized upfront premiums are included in net realized gain/(loss) from swaps on the statement of operations. Fluctuations in the value of swaps are recorded as a component of net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of operations.
Certain standardized swaps, including certain interest rate swaps and credit default swaps, are (or soon will be) subject to mandatory central
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clearing. Cleared swaps are transacted through futures commission merchants (“FCMs”) that are members of central clearinghouses, with the clearinghouse serving as central counterparty, similar to transactions in futures contracts. Centralized clearing will be required for additional categories of swaps on a phased-in basis based on requirements published by the Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
At the time the Fund enters into a centrally cleared swap, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the clearinghouse on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for centrally cleared swaps is generally less than non-centrally cleared swaps, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each centrally cleared swap, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Interest Rate Swaps:
The Fund is subject to interest rate risk exposure in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. Because the Fund holds fixed rate bonds, the value of these bonds may decrease if interest rates rise. To help hedge against this risk and to maintain its ability to generate income at prevailing market rates, the Fund may enter into interest rate swaps. Interest rate swaps are agreements between two parties to exchange cash flows based on a notional amount. The Fund may elect to pay a fixed rate and receive a floating rate, or, receive a fixed rate and pay a floating rate on a notional amount.
In addition, the Fund may also enter into interest rate swap transactions to preserve a return or spread on a particular investment or portion of its portfolio, or protecting against an increase in the price of securities the Fund anticipates purchasing at a later date. Interest rate swaps involve the exchange by the Fund with another party of their respective commitments to pay or receive interest (e.g., an exchange of floating rate payments for fixed rate payments) computed based on a contractually-based principal (or “notional”) amount. Interest rate swaps are entered into on a net basis (i.e., the two
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payment streams are netted out, with the Fund receiving or paying, as the case may be, only the net amount of the two payments).
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held interest rate swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
Inflation (CPI) Swaps:
Inflation swap agreements are contracts in which one party agrees to pay the cumulative percentage increase in a price index (the Consumer Price Index with respect to CPI swaps) over the term of the swap (with some lag on the inflation index), and the other pays a compounded fixed rate. Inflation swaps may be used to protect the net asset value, or NAV, of the Fund against an unexpected change in the rate of inflation measured by an inflation index since the value of these agreements is expected to increase if there are unexpected inflation increases.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held inflation (CPI) swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
Credit Default Swaps:
The Fund may enter into credit default swaps, including to manage its exposure to the market or certain sectors of the market, to reduce its risk exposure to defaults by corporate and sovereign issuers held by the Fund, or to create exposure to corporate or sovereign issuers to which it is not otherwise exposed. The Fund may purchase credit protection (“Buy Contract”) or provide credit protection (“Sale Contract”) on the referenced obligation of the credit default swap. During the term of the swap, the Fund receives/(pays) fixed payments from/(to) the respective counterparty, calculated at the agreed upon rate applied to the notional amount. If the Fund is a buyer/(seller) of protection and a credit event occurs, as defined under the terms of the swap, the Fund will either (i) receive from the seller/(pay to the buyer) of protection an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap (the “Maximum Payout Amount”) and deliver/(take delivery of) the referenced obligation or (ii) receive/(pay) a net settlement amount in the form of cash or securities equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the referenced obligation. In certain circumstances Maximum Payout Amounts may be partially offset by recovery values of the respective referenced obligations, upfront premium received upon entering into the agreement, or net amounts received from settlement of buy protection credit default swaps entered into by the Fund for the same referenced obligations with the same counterparty.
Credit default swaps may involve greater risks than if the Fund had invested in the referenced obligation directly. Credit default swaps are
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subject to general market risk, liquidity risk, counterparty risk and credit risk. If the Fund is a buyer of protection and no credit event occurs, it will lose the payments it made to its counterparty. If the Fund is a seller of protection and a credit event occurs, the value of the referenced obligation received by the Fund coupled with the periodic payments previously received, may be less than the Maximum Payout Amount it pays to the buyer, resulting in a net loss to the Fund.
Implied credit spreads over U.S. Treasuries of comparable maturity utilized in determining the market value of credit default swaps on issuers as of period end are disclosed in the portfolio of investments. The implied spreads serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and typically reflect the likelihood of default by the issuer of the referenced obligation. The implied credit spread of a particular reference obligation also reflects the cost of buying/selling protection and may reflect upfront payments required to be made to enter into the agreement. Widening credit spreads typically represent a deterioration of the referenced obligation’s credit soundness and greater likelihood of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the agreement. A credit spread identified as “Defaulted” indicates a credit event has occurred for the referenced obligation.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held credit default swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The Fund typically enters into International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreements (“ISDA Master Agreement”) with its OTC derivative contract counterparties in order to, among other things, reduce its credit risk to OTC counterparties. ISDA Master Agreements include provisions for general obligations, representations, collateral and events of default or termination. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund typically may offset with the OTC counterparty certain derivative financial instruments’ payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment (close-out netting) in the event of default or termination. In the event of a default by an OTC counterparty, the return of collateral with market value in excess of the Fund’s net liability, held by the defaulting party, may be delayed or denied.
The Fund’s ISDA Master Agreements may contain provisions for early termination of OTC derivative transactions in the event the net assets of the Fund decline below specific levels (“net asset contingent features”). If these levels are triggered, the Fund’s OTC counterparty has the right to terminate such transaction and require the Fund to pay or receive a settlement amount in connection with the terminated transaction. If OTC
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derivatives were held at period end, please refer to netting arrangements by the OTC counterparty table below for additional details.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund had entered into the following derivatives:
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Derivative Type | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
Interest rate contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on futures | | $ | 2,558,163 | * | | Payable for variation margin on futures | | $ | 789,408 | * |
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Credit contracts | | | | | | | | Payable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 177,143 | * |
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Interest rate contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 14,863,503 | * | | Payable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 2,908,478 | * |
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Foreign currency contracts | | Unrealized appreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 223 | | | Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 224,376 | |
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Interest rate contracts | | Unrealized appreciation on inflation swaps | | | 2,743,487 | | | | | | | |
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Credit contracts | | | | | | | | Market value on credit default swaps | | | 365,090 | |
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Total | | | | $ | 20,165,376 | | | | | $ | 4,464,495 | |
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* | Only variation margin receivable/payable at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. |
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Derivative Type | | Location of Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives Within Statement of Operations | | Realized Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives | | | Change in Unrealized Appreciation or (Depreciation) | |
Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on futures; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of futures | | $ | 1,040,314 | | | $ | 2,089,067 | |
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Foreign currency contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on forward currency exchange contracts; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of forward currency exchange contracts | | | (172,841 | ) | | | (119,359 | ) |
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Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | | 12,181,079 | | | | (17,663,228 | ) |
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Credit contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | | (1,094,882 | ) | | | 764,718 | |
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Total | | | | $ | 11,953,670 | | | $ | (14,928,802 | ) |
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The following table represents the average monthly volume of the Fund’s derivative transactions during the six months ended April 30, 2023:
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Futures: | | | | |
Average notional amount of buy contracts | | $ | 150,629,926 | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 62,214,844 | |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts: | | | | |
Average principal amount of buy contracts | | $ | 797,386 | (a) |
Average principal amount of sale contracts | | $ | 7,775,284 | |
Interest Rate Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 595,000 | (b) |
Inflation Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 23,800,000 | |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 90,016,000 | |
Centrally Cleared Inflation Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 292,862,857 | |
Credit Default Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 4,329,535 | |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount of buy contracts | | $ | 10,100,000 | |
(a) | Positions were open for one month during the period. |
(b) | Positions were open for four months during the period. |
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For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the statement of assets and liabilities.
All OTC derivatives held at period end were subject to netting arrangements. The following table presents the Fund’s derivative assets and liabilities by OTC counterparty net of amounts available for offset under ISDA Master Agreements (“MA”) and net of the related collateral received/pledged by the Fund as of April 30, 2023. Exchange-traded derivatives and centrally cleared swaps are not subject to netting arrangements and as such are excluded from the table.
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Counterparty | | Derivative Assets Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Received* | | | Security Collateral Received* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Assets | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | $ | 2,743,487 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | (2,743,487 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | | 223 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 223 | |
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Total | | $ | 2,743,710 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | (2,743,487 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 223 | ^ |
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Counterparty | | Derivative Liabilities Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Pledged* | | | Security Collateral Pledged* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities | |
Bank of America, NA | | $ | 224,376 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 224,376 | |
Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. | | | 61,656 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 61,656 | |
Credit Suisse International | | | 50,317 | | | | – 0 | – | | | (50,317 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Deutsche Bank AG | | | 172,329 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (158,504 | ) | | | 13,825 | |
Goldman Sachs International | | | 58,228 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (58,228 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC | | | 22,560 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 22,560 | |
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Total | | $ | 589,466 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | (50,317 | ) | | $ | (216,732 | ) | | $ | 322,417 | ^ |
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* | The actual collateral received/pledged may be more than the amount reported due to over-collateralization. |
^ | Net amount represents the net receivable/payable that would be due from/to the counterparty in the event of default or termination. The net amount from OTC financial derivative instruments can only be netted across transactions governed under the same master agreement with the same counterparty. |
See Note D.3 for additional disclosure of netting arrangements regarding reverse repurchase agreements.
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2. Currency Transactions
The Fund may invest in non-U.S. Dollar-denominated securities on a currency hedged or unhedged basis. The Fund may seek investment opportunities by taking long or short positions in currencies through the use of currency-related derivatives, including forward currency exchange contracts, futures and options on futures, swaps, and other options. The Fund may enter into transactions for investment opportunities when it anticipates that a foreign currency will appreciate or depreciate in value but securities denominated in that currency are not held by the Fund and do not present attractive investment opportunities. Such transactions may also be used when the Adviser believes that it may be more efficient than a direct investment in a foreign currency-denominated security. The Fund may also conduct currency exchange contracts on a spot basis (i.e., for cash at the spot rate prevailing in the currency exchange market for buying or selling currencies).
3. TBA and Dollar Rolls
The Fund may invest in TBA mortgage-backed securities. A TBA, or “To Be Announced”, trade represents a contract for the purchase or sale of mortgage-backed securities to be delivered at a future agree-upon date; however, the specific mortgage pool numbers or the number of pools that will be delivered to fulfill the trade obligation or terms of the contract are unknown at the time of the trade. Mortgage pools (including fixed-rate or variable-rate mortgages) guaranteed by the Government National Mortgage Association, or GNMA, the Federal National Mortgage Association, or FNMA, or the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, or FHLMC, are subsequently allocated to the TBA transactions.
The Fund may enter into certain TBA transactions known as dollar rolls. Dollar rolls involve sales by the Fund of securities for delivery in the current month and the Fund’s simultaneously contracting to repurchase substantially similar (same type and coupon) securities on a specified future date. During the roll period, the Fund forgoes principal and interest paid on the securities. The Fund is compensated by the difference between the current sales price and the lower forward price for the future purchase (often referred to as the “drop”) as well as by the interest earned on the cash proceeds of the initial sale. Dollar rolls involve the risk that the market value of the securities the Fund is obligated to repurchase under the agreement may decline below the repurchase price. Dollar rolls are speculative techniques. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund earned drop income of $7,795 which is included in interest income in the accompanying statement of operations.
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4. Reverse Repurchase Agreements
The Fund may enter into reverse repurchase transactions (“RVP”) in accordance with the terms of a Master Repurchase Agreement (“MRA”), under which the Fund sells securities and agrees to repurchase them at a mutually agreed upon date and price. At the time the Fund enters into a reverse repurchase agreement, it will establish a segregated account with the custodian containing liquid assets having a value comparable to the repurchase price. Under the MRA and other Master Agreements, the Fund is permitted to offset payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted to the counterparty and create one single net payment due to or from the Fund in the event of a default. In the event of a default by a MRA counterparty, the Fund may be considered an unsecured creditor with respect to any excess collateral (collateral with a market value in excess of the repurchase price) held by and/or posted to the counterparty, and as such the return of such excess collateral may be delayed or denied. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the average amount of reverse repurchase agreements outstanding was $35,404,242 and the daily weighted average interest rate was 4.68%. At April 30, 2023, the Fund had reverse repurchase agreements outstanding in the amount of $5,895,222 as reported on the statement of assets and liabilities.
The following table presents the Fund’s RVP liabilities by counterparty net of the related collateral pledged by the Fund as of April 30, 2023:
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Counterparty | | RVP Liabilities Subject to a MRA | | | Securities Collateral Pledged†* | | | Net Amount of RVP Liabilities | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank. | | $ | 5,895,222 | | | $ | (5,895,222 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – |
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† | Including accrued interest. |
* | The actual collateral pledged may be more than the amount reported due to overcollateralization. |
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NOTE E
Capital Stock
Each class consists of 3,000,000,000 authorized shares. Transactions in capital shares for each class were as follows:
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class A | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 760,656 | | | | 3,408,664 | | | | | | | $ | 7,933,074 | | | $ | 39,211,778 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 75,133 | | | | 255,057 | | | | | | | | 787,722 | | | | 2,866,214 | | | | | |
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Shares converted from Class C | | | 14,520 | | | | 26,159 | | | | | | | | 150,134 | | | | 297,352 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (1,583,470 | ) | | | (2,041,123 | ) | | | | | | | (16,473,461 | ) | | | (22,492,315 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (733,161 | ) | | | 1,648,757 | | | | | | | $ | (7,602,531 | ) | | $ | 19,883,029 | | | | | |
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Class C | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 94,757 | | | | 957,369 | | | | | | | $ | 950,655 | | | $ | 10,835,221 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 15,481 | | | | 73,644 | | | | | | | | 157,104 | | | | 802,273 | | | | | |
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Shares converted to Class A | | | (15,003 | ) | | | (26,969 | ) | | | | | | | (150,134 | ) | | | (297,352 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | |
Shares redeemed | | | (541,574 | ) | | | (560,082 | ) | | | | | | | (5,457,455 | ) | | | (6,068,964 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (446,339 | ) | | | 443,962 | | | | | | | $ | (4,499,830 | ) | | $ | 5,271,178 | | | | | |
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Advisor Class | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 5,564,792 | | | | 40,616,333 | | | | | | | $ | 57,991,112 | | | $ | 468,051,394 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 525,464 | | | | 2,345,667 | | | | | | | | 5,504,021 | | | | 26,434,513 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (23,599,215 | ) | | | (33,515,631 | ) | | | | | | | (247,410,154 | ) | | | (375,042,679 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (17,508,959 | ) | | | 9,446,369 | | | | | | | $ | (183,915,021 | ) | | $ | 119,443,228 | | | | | |
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Class R | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 29,965 | | | | 141,704 | | | | | | | $ | 314,107 | | | $ | 1,603,993 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 3,619 | | | | 11,932 | | | | | | | | 38,101 | | | | 134,438 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (59,265 | ) | | | (95,894 | ) | | | | | | | (618,875 | ) | | | (1,097,267 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (25,681 | ) | | | 57,742 | | | | | | | $ | (266,667 | ) | | $ | 641,164 | | | | | |
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class K | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 27,271 | | | | 112,908 | | | | | | | $ | 284,949 | | | $ | 1,294,450 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 7,155 | | | | 27,068 | | | | | | | | 74,971 | | | | 306,141 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Shares redeemed | | | (24,447 | ) | | | (335,148 | ) | | | | | | | (255,090 | ) | | | (3,896,262 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | 9,979 | | | | (195,172 | ) | | | | | | $ | 104,830 | | | $ | (2,295,671 | ) | | | | |
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Class I | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 82,960 | | | | 423,106 | | | | | | | $ | 850,891 | | | $ | 4,824,045 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 10,146 | | | | 39,405 | | | | | | | | 105,103 | | | | 438,474 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Shares redeemed | | | (208,918 | ) | | | (346,343 | ) | | | | | | | (2,151,445 | ) | | | (3,852,368 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (115,812 | ) | | | 116,168 | | | | | | | $ | (1,195,451 | ) | | $ | 1,410,151 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
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Class 1 | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 3,814,537 | | | | 11,062,605 | | | | | | | $ | 39,001,896 | | | $ | 125,319,297 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 511,601 | | | | 1,752,879 | | | | | | | | 5,239,274 | | | | 19,320,268 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Shares redeemed | | | (6,915,508 | ) | | | (6,204,606 | ) | | | | | | | (70,461,113 | ) | | | (68,561,063 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (2,589,370 | ) | | | 6,610,878 | | | | | | | $ | (26,219,943 | ) | | $ | 76,078,502 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
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Class 2 | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 321,409 | | | | 3,439,902 | | | | | | | $ | 3,290,089 | | | $ | 39,531,686 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Share issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 74,705 | | | | 347,497 | | | | | | | | 764,684 | | | | 3,835,645 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Shares redeemed | | | (1,835,244 | ) | | | (3,552,396 | ) | | | | | | | (18,568,956 | ) | | | (40,218,571 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (1,439,130 | ) | | | 235,003 | | | | | | | $ | (14,514,183 | ) | | $ | 3,148,760 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
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Class Z | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 130,523 | | | | 660,539 | | | | | | | $ | 1,341,289 | | | $ | 7,478,978 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Share issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 19,652 | | | | 113,031 | | | | | | | | 201,989 | | | | 1,250,674 | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Shares redeemed | | | (114,835 | ) | | | (1,528,362 | ) | | | | | | | (1,178,544 | ) | | | (16,419,494 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | 35,340 | | | | (754,792 | ) | | | | | | $ | 364,734 | | | $ | (7,689,842 | ) | | | | |
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NOTE F
Risks Involved in Investing in the Fund
Market Risk—The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the bond market fluctuates. The value of the Fund’s investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
Credit Risk—An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security. Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings tend to have a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations.
Interest-Rate Risk—Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Duration Risk—Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk—This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities. Although the Fund invests principally in inflation-indexed securities, the value of its securities may be vulnerable to changes in expectations of inflation or interest rates.
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Derivatives Risk—Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Foreign (Non-U.S.) Risk—Investments in securities of non-U.S. issuers may involve more risk than those of U.S. issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Currency Risk—Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments or reduce its returns.
Mortgage-Related and/or Other Asset-Backed Securities Risk—Investments in mortgage-related and other asset-backed securities are subject to certain additional risks. The value of these securities may be particularly sensitive to changes in interest rates. These risks include “extension risk”, which is the risk that, in periods of rising interest rates, issuers may delay the payment of principal, and “prepayment risk”, which is the risk that in periods of falling interest rates, issuers may pay principal sooner than expected, exposing the Fund to a lower rate of return upon reinvestment of principal. Mortgage-backed securities offered by non-governmental issuers and other asset-backed securities may be subject to other risks, such as higher rates of default in the mortgages or assets backing the securities or risks associated with the nature and servicing of mortgages or assets backing the securities.
Leverage Risk—When the Fund borrows money or otherwise leverages its investments, its performance may be volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments. The Fund may create leverage through the use of reverse repurchase arrangements, forward currency exchange contracts, forward commitments, dollar rolls or futures or by borrowing money. The use of other types of derivative instruments by the Fund, such as options and swaps, may also result in a form of leverage. Leverage may result in higher returns to the Fund than if the Fund were not leveraged, but may also adversely affect returns, particularly if the market is declining.
Illiquid Investments Risk—Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling
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such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally go down.
LIBOR Transition and Associated Risk—The Fund may be exposed to debt securities, derivatives or other financial instruments that utilize the London Interbank Offered Rate, or “LIBOR,” as a “benchmark” or “reference rate” for various interest rate calculations. In 2017, the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”), which regulates LIBOR, announced a desire to phase out the use of LIBOR by the end of 2021. As announced by the FCA and LIBOR’s administrator, ICE Benchmark Administration, most LIBOR settings (which reflect LIBOR rates quoted in different currencies over various time periods) have not been published since the end of 2021, but the most widely used U.S. Dollar LIBOR settings are expected to continue to be published until June 30, 2023. However, banks were strongly encouraged to cease entering into agreements with counterparties referencing LIBOR by the end of 2021. It is possible that a subset of LIBOR settings will be published after these dates on a “synthetic” basis, but any such publications would be considered non-representative of the underlying market. Since 2018 the Federal Reserve Bank of New York has published the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (referred to as SOFR), which is intended to replace U.S. Dollar LIBOR. SOFR is a broad measure of the cost of borrowing cash overnight collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities in the repurchase agreement (repo) market and has been used increasingly on a voluntary basis in new instruments and transactions. In addition, on March 15, 2022, the Adjustable Interest Rate Act was signed into law. This law provides a statutory fallback mechanism to replace LIBOR with a benchmark rate that is selected by the Federal Reserve Board and based on SOFR for certain contracts that reference LIBOR without adequate fallback provisions. On December 16, 2022, the Federal Reserve Board adopted regulations implementing the law by identifying benchmark rates based on SOFR that will replace LIBOR in different categories of financial contracts after June 30, 2023. The regulations include provisions that (i) provide a safe harbor for selection or use of a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; (ii) clarify who may choose the replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; and (iii) ensure that contracts adopting a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board will not be interrupted or terminated following the replacement of LIBOR.
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The elimination of LIBOR or changes to other reference rates or any other changes or reforms to the determination or supervision of reference rates could have an adverse impact on the market for, or value of, any securities or payments linked to those reference rates, which may adversely affect the Fund’s performance and/or NAV. Uncertainty and risk also remain regarding the willingness and ability of issuers and lenders to include revised provisions in new and existing contracts or instruments. Consequently, the transition from LIBOR to other reference rates may lead to increased volatility and illiquidity in markets that are tied to LIBOR, fluctuations in values of LIBOR-related investments or investments in issuers that utilize LIBOR, increased difficulty in borrowing or refinancing and diminished effectiveness of hedging strategies, potentially adversely affecting the Fund’s performance. Furthermore, the risks associated with the expected discontinuation of LIBOR and transition may be exacerbated if the work necessary to effect an orderly transition to an alternative reference rate is not completed in a timely manner. Neither the effect of the LIBOR transition process nor its ultimate success can yet be known.
Indemnification Risk—In the ordinary course of business, the Fund enters into contracts that contain a variety of indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown. However, the Fund has not had prior claims or losses pursuant to these indemnification provisions and expects the risk of loss thereunder to be remote. Therefore, the Fund has not accrued any liability in connection with these indemnification provisions.
Management Risk—The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively-managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
NOTE G
Joint Credit Facility
A number of open-end mutual funds managed by the Adviser, including the Fund, participate in a $325 million revolving credit facility (the “Facility”) intended to provide short-term financing related to redemptions and other short term liquidity requirements, subject to certain restrictions. Commitment fees related to the Facility are paid by the participating funds and are included in miscellaneous expenses in the statement of operations. The Fund did not utilize the Facility during the six months ended April 30, 2023.
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NOTE H
Distributions to Shareholders
The tax character of distributions to be paid for the year ending October 31, 2023 will be determined at the end of the current fiscal year. The tax character of distributions paid during the fiscal years ended October 31, 2022 and October 31, 2021 were as follows:
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| | 2022 | | | 2021 | |
Distributions paid from: | | | | | | | | |
Ordinary income | | $ | 68,537,505 | | | $ | 27,901,153 | |
Net long-term capital gains | | | 3,796,204 | | | | 3,495,951 | |
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Total taxable distributions paid | | $ | 72,333,709 | | | $ | 31,397,104 | |
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As of October 31, 2022, the components of accumulated earnings (deficit) on a tax basis were as follows:
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Undistributed ordinary income | | $ | 3,129,746 | |
Accumulated capital and other losses | | | (21,564,655 | )(a) |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (115,209,506 | )(b) |
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Total accumulated earnings (deficit) | | $ | (133,644,415 | )(c) |
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(a) | As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net capital loss carryforward of $21,564,655. |
(b) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) are attributable primarily to the recognition for tax purposes of unrealized gains/losses on certain derivative instruments, the tax treatment of passive foreign investment companies (PFICs), the tax treatment of callable bonds, the tax treatment of swaps, and the tax deferral of losses on wash sales. |
(c) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis components of accumulated earnings (deficit) are attributable primarily to the accrual of foreign capital gains tax and the tax treatment of defaulted securities. |
For tax purposes, net realized capital losses may be carried over to offset future capital gains, if any. Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses for an indefinite period, and such losses will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net short-term capital loss carryforward of $9,889,007 and a net long-term capital loss carryforward of $11,665,648, which may be carried forward for an indefinite period.
NOTE I
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In December 2022, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued an Accounting Standards Update, ASU 2022-06, “Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848) – Deferral of the Sunset Date of Topic 848”. ASU 2022-06 is an amendment to ASU 2020-04, which provided optional guidance to ease the potential accounting burden due to the discontinuation of the LIBOR and other interbank-offered based reference rates and which was effective as of March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. ASU 2022-06 extends the effective period through December 31, 2024. Management is currently evaluating the impact, if any, of applying ASU 2022-06.
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NOTE J
Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated subsequent events for possible recognition or disclosure in the financial statements through the date the financial statements are issued. Management has determined that there are no material events that would require disclosure in the Fund’s financial statements through this date.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class A | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.29 | | | | $ 11.97 | | | | $ 11.56 | | | | $ 10.95 | | | | $ 10.47 | | | | $ 10.83 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .18 | | | | .64 | | | | .51 | | | | .25 | | | | .21 | | | | .28 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .26 | | | | (1.66 | ) | | | .35 | | | | .59 | | | | .52 | | | | (.38 | ) |
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Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .44 | | | | (1.02 | ) | | | .86 | | | | .84 | | | | .73 | | | | (.10 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.62 | ) | | | (.45 | ) | | | (.23 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.26 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.04 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | |
Return of capital | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (.01 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.66 | ) | | | (.45 | ) | | | (.23 | ) | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.26 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.55 | | | | $ 10.29 | | | | $ 11.97 | | | | $ 11.56 | | | | $ 10.95 | | | | $ 10.47 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 4.37 | % | | | (8.93 | )% | | | 7.63 | % | | | 7.64 | % | | | 7.00 | % | | | (.99 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $57,860 | | | | $63,936 | | | | $54,687 | | | | $31,248 | | | | $38,422 | | | | $52,116 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .92 | %^ | | | .84 | % | | | .78 | % | | | .91 | % | | | 1.25 | % | | | 1.31 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | 1.17 | %^ | | | 1.04 | % | | | 1.00 | % | | | 1.18 | % | | | 1.51 | % | | | 1.56 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 3.57 | %^ | | | 5.69 | % | | | 4.29 | % | | | 2.26 | % | | | 1.93 | % | | | 2.60 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 101 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 36 | % |
See footnote summary on page 84.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class C | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.96 | | | | $ 11.63 | | | | $ 11.25 | | | | $ 10.67 | | | | $ 10.24 | | | | $ 10.61 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .14 | | | | .54 | | | | .44 | | | | .18 | | | | .13 | | | | .19 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .25 | | | | (1.62 | ) | | | .31 | | | | .56 | | | | .49 | | | | (.37 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .39 | | | | (1.08 | ) | | | .75 | | | | .74 | | | | .62 | | | | (.18 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.15 | ) | | | (.55 | ) | | | (.37 | ) | | | (.16 | ) | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.19 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.04 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.15 | ) | | | (.59 | ) | | | (.37 | ) | | | (.16 | ) | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.19 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.20 | | | | $ 9.96 | | | | $ 11.63 | | | | $ 11.25 | | | | $ 10.67 | | | | $ 10.24 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 3.89 | % | | | (9.58 | )% | | | 6.87 | % | | | 6.92 | % | | | 6.18 | % | | | (1.77 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $11,308 | | | | $15,480 | | | | $12,915 | | | | $3,823 | | | | $2,607 | | | | $3,391 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | 1.67 | %^ | | | 1.59 | % | | | 1.53 | % | | | 1.64 | % | | | 1.99 | % | | | 2.03 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | 1.92 | %^ | | | 1.78 | % | | | 1.75 | % | | | 1.91 | % | | | 2.26 | % | | | 2.29 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 2.76 | %^ | | | 4.91 | % | | | 3.79 | % | | | 1.62 | % | | | 1.28 | % | | | 1.77 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 101 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 36 | % |
See footnote summary on page 84.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Advisor Class | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.30 | | | | $ 11.99 | | | | $ 11.57 | | | | $ 10.96 | | | | $ 10.49 | | | | $ 10.84 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .19 | | | | .67 | | | | .57 | | | | .27 | | | | .27 | | | | .30 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .27 | | | | (1.67 | ) | | | .33 | | | | .60 | | | | .48 | | | | (.37 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .46 | | | | (1.00 | ) | | | .90 | | | | .87 | | | | .75 | | | | (.07 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.65 | ) | | | (.48 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.27 | ) | | | (.28 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.04 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | |
Return of capital | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (.01 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.69 | ) | | | (.48 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.28 | ) | | | (.28 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.57 | | | | $ 10.30 | | | | $ 11.99 | | | | $ 11.57 | | | | $ 10.96 | | | | $ 10.49 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 4.47 | % | | | (8.72 | )% | | | 7.98 | % | | | 7.93 | % | | | 7.21 | % | | | (.68 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $334,220 | | | | $506,033 | | | | $475,604 | | | | $135,677 | | | | $168,440 | | | | $150,011 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .67 | %^ | | | .59 | % | | | .53 | % | | | .66 | % | | | .97 | % | | | 1.05 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .92 | %^ | | | .78 | % | | | .74 | % | | | .92 | % | | | 1.24 | % | | | 1.31 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 3.67 | %^ | | | 5.95 | % | | | 4.76 | % | | | 2.44 | % | | | 2.47 | % | | | 2.80 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 101 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 36 | % |
See footnote summary on page 84.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class R | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.32 | | | | $ 12.00 | | | | $ 11.57 | | | | $ 10.93 | | | | $ 10.46 | | | | $ 10.82 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .17 | | | | .61 | | | | .45 | | | | .21 | | | | .20 | | | | .24 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .26 | | | | (1.67 | ) | | | .38 | | | | .62 | | | | .49 | | | | (.37 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .43 | | | | (1.06 | ) | | | .83 | | | | .83 | | | | .69 | | | | (.13 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.16 | ) | | | (.58 | ) | | | (.40 | ) | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.22 | ) | | | (.23 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.04 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.16 | ) | | | (.62 | ) | | | (.40 | ) | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.22 | ) | | | (.23 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.59 | | | | $ 10.32 | | | | $ 12.00 | | | | $ 11.57 | | | | $ 10.93 | | | | $ 10.46 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 4.19 | % | | | (9.15 | )% | | | 7.44 | % | | | 7.61 | %(f) | | | 6.64 | % | | | (1.15 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $2,431 | | | | $2,633 | | | | $2,369 | | | | $3,066 | | | | $6,992 | | | | $6,354 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | 1.17 | %^ | | | 1.09 | % | | | 1.04 | % | | | 1.21 | % | | | 1.47 | % | | | 1.54 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | 1.53 | %^ | | | 1.43 | % | | | 1.40 | % | | | 1.58 | % | | | 1.83 | % | | | 1.90 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 3.36 | %^ | | | 5.36 | % | | | 3.74 | % | | | 1.88 | % | | | 1.88 | % | | | 2.24 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 101 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 36 | % |
See footnote summary on page 84.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class K | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.28 | | | | $ 11.96 | | | | $ 11.54 | | | | $ 10.92 | | | | $ 10.45 | | | | $ 10.81 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .19 | | | | .61 | | | | .52 | | | | .27 | | | | .17 | | | | .27 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .26 | | | | (1.64 | ) | | | .34 | | | | .58 | | | | .54 | | | | (.38 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .45 | | | | (1.03 | ) | | | .86 | | | | .85 | | | | .71 | | | | (.11 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.61 | ) | | | (.44 | ) | | | (.23 | ) | | | (.23 | ) | | | (.25 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.04 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | |
Return of capital | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (.01 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.65 | ) | | | (.44 | ) | | | (.23 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.25 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.55 | | | | $ 10.28 | | | | $ 11.96 | | | | $ 11.54 | | | | $ 10.92 | | | | $ 10.45 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 4.35 | % | | | (8.94 | )% | | | 7.64 | % | | | 7.74 | % | | | 6.88 | % | | | (1.01 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $4,593 | | | | $4,373 | | | | $7,420 | | | | $6,790 | | | | $5,051 | | | | $12,055 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .92 | %^ | | | .82 | % | | | .78 | % | | | .89 | % | | | 1.27 | % | | | 1.35 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | 1.22 | %^ | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.09 | % | | | 1.21 | % | | | 1.57 | % | | | 1.65 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 3.64 | %^ | | | 5.33 | % | | | 4.34 | % | | | 2.40 | % | | | 1.61 | % | | | 2.57 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 101 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 36 | % |
See footnote summary on page 84.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class I | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.17 | | | | $ 11.84 | | | | $ 11.44 | | | | $ 10.84 | | | | $ 10.38 | | | | $ 10.74 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .20 | | | | .66 | | | | .51 | | | | .27 | | | | .25 | | | | .28 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .25 | | | | (1.64 | ) | | | .37 | | | | .59 | | | | .49 | | | | (.36 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .45 | | | | (.98 | ) | | | .88 | | | | .86 | | | | .74 | | | | (.08 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.65 | ) | | | (.48 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.27 | ) | | | (.28 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.04 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | |
Return of capital | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (.01 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.69 | ) | | | (.48 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.28 | ) | | | (.28 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.43 | | | | $ 10.17 | | | | $ 11.84 | | | | $ 11.44 | | | | $ 10.84 | | | | $ 10.38 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 4.46 | % | | | (8.67 | )% | | | 7.88 | % | | | 7.97 | % | | | 7.23 | % | | | (.73 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $5,371 | | | | $6,414 | | | | $6,093 | | | | $8,297 | | | | $9,893 | | | | $5,688 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .67 | %^ | | | .59 | % | | | .53 | % | | | .65 | % | | | .94 | % | | | 1.11 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .87 | %^ | | | .78 | % | | | .74 | % | | | .88 | % | | | 1.18 | % | | | 1.34 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 3.90 | %^ | | | 5.92 | % | | | 4.31 | % | | | 2.42 | % | | | 2.40 | % | | | 2.67 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 101 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 36 | % |
See footnote summary on page 84.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class 1 | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.06 | | | | $ 11.73 | | | | $ 11.35 | | | | $ 10.77 | | | | $ 10.33 | | | | $ 10.69 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .19 | | | | .64 | | | | .52 | | | | .26 | | | | .24 | | | | .28 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .25 | | | | (1.62 | ) | | | .34 | | | | .59 | | | | .48 | | | | (.36 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .44 | | | | (.98 | ) | | | .86 | | | | .85 | | | | .72 | | | | (.08 | ) |
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Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.65 | ) | | | (.48 | ) | | | (.27 | ) | | | (.27 | ) | | | (.28 | ) |
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Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.04 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Return of capital | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (.01 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
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Total dividends and distributions | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.69 | ) | | | (.48 | ) | | | (.27 | ) | | | (.28 | ) | | | (.28 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.31 | | | | $ 10.06 | | | | $ 11.73 | | | | $ 11.35 | | | | $ 10.77 | | | | $ 10.33 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 4.40 | % | | | (8.75 | )% | | | 7.77 | % | | | 7.84 | % | | | 7.18 | % | | | (.77 | )%(f) |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $373,131 | | | | $390,055 | | | | $377,333 | | | | $312,381 | | | | $319,282 | | | | $306,620 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .77 | %^ | | | .69 | % | | | .63 | % | | | .75 | % | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.14 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .89 | %^ | | | .78 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .88 | % | | | 1.20 | % | | | 1.28 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 3.71 | %^ | | | 5.76 | % | | | 4.44 | % | | | 2.42 | % | | | 2.31 | % | | | 2.66 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 101 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 36 | % |
See footnote summary on page 84.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class 2 | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.06 | | | | $ 11.73 | | | | $ 11.34 | | | | $ 10.76 | | | | $ 10.32 | | | | $ 10.69 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .19 | | | | .64 | | | | .53 | | | | .28 | | | | .26 | | | | .29 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .25 | | | | (1.61 | ) | | | .35 | | | | .58 | | | | .48 | | | | (.37 | ) |
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Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .44 | | | | (.97 | ) | | | .88 | | | | .86 | | | | .74 | | | | (.08 | ) |
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Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.66 | ) | | | (.49 | ) | | | (.28 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.29 | ) |
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Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.04 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Return of capital | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (.01 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
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Total dividends and distributions | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.70 | ) | | | (.49 | ) | | | (.28 | ) | | | (.30 | ) | | | (.29 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.31 | | | | $ 10.06 | | | | $ 11.73 | | | | $ 11.34 | | | | $ 10.76 | | | | $ 10.32 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 4.55 | % | | | (8.77 | )% | | | 7.98 | % | | | 7.96 | % | | | 7.19 | % | | | (.77 | )% |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $45,918 | | | | $59,262 | | | | $66,348 | | | | $60,289 | | | | $58,829 | | | | $50,705 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .67 | %^ | | | .58 | % | | | .53 | % | | | .65 | % | | | .96 | % | | | 1.03 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .79 | %^ | | | .67 | % | | | .65 | % | | | .78 | % | | | 1.09 | % | | | 1.17 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 3.73 | %^ | | | 5.75 | % | | | 4.51 | % | | | 2.53 | % | | | 2.45 | % | | | 2.78 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 101 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 36 | % |
See footnote summary on page 84.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class Z | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.10 | | | | $ 11.77 | | | | $ 11.38 | | | | $ 10.80 | | | | $ 10.35 | | | | $ 10.72 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .20 | | | | .67 | | | | .56 | | | | .24 | | | | .27 | | | | .28 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .24 | | | | (1.65 | ) | | | .32 | | | | .62 | | | | .47 | | | | (.36 | ) |
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Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .44 | | | | (.98 | ) | | | .88 | | | | .86 | | | | .74 | | | | (.08 | ) |
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Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.65 | ) | | | (.49 | ) | | | (.28 | ) | | | (.28 | ) | | | (.29 | ) |
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Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.04 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | �� 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Return of capital | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (.01 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
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Total dividends and distributions | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.69 | ) | | | (.49 | ) | | | (.28 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.29 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.35 | | | | $ 10.10 | | | | $ 11.77 | | | | $ 11.38 | | | | $ 10.80 | | | | $ 10.35 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 4.42 | % | | | (8.65 | )% | | | 7.94 | % | | | 7.92 | % | | | 7.26 | % | | | (.77 | )% |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $10,947 | | | | $10,320 | | | | $20,910 | | | | $11,016 | | | | $32,606 | | | | $26,142 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .68 | %^ | | | .58 | % | | | .53 | % | | | .67 | % | | | .96 | % | | | 1.06 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .80 | %^ | | | .68 | % | | | .65 | % | | | .81 | % | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.21 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 3.88 | %^ | | | 6.02 | % | | | 4.81 | % | | | 2.16 | % | | | 2.50 | % | | | 2.69 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 101 | % | | | 79 | % | | | 62 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 36 | % |
See footnote summary on page 84.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
(a) | Based on average shares outstanding. |
(b) | Net of expenses waived/reimbursed by the Adviser. |
(c) | Amount is less than $.005. |
(d) | Total investment return is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the net asset value at the beginning of the period, reinvestment of all dividends and distributions at net asset value during the period, and redemption on the last day of the period. Initial sales charges or contingent deferred sales charges are not reflected in the calculation of total investment return. Total return does not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total investment return calculated for a period of less than one year is not annualized. |
(e) | The expense ratios presented below exclude interest/bank overdraft expense: |
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| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | (unaudited) | | | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
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Class A | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .75 | %^ | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.00 | %^ | | | .95 | % | | | .97 | % | | | 1.01 | % | | | 1.02 | % | | | 1.01 | % |
Class C | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.50 | %^ | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.75 | %^ | | | 1.69 | % | | | 1.72 | % | | | 1.77 | % | | | 1.77 | % | | | 1.76 | % |
Advisor Class | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .50 | %^ | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .74 | %^ | | | .69 | % | | | .72 | % | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % | | | .76 | % |
Class R | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.00 | %^ | | | 1.00 | % | | | 1.00 | % | | | 1.00 | % | | | 1.00 | % | | | 1.00 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.36 | %^ | | | 1.34 | % | | | 1.36 | % | | | 1.37 | % | | | 1.36 | % | | | 1.36 | % |
Class K | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .75 | %^ | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.05 | %^ | | | 1.02 | % | | | 1.05 | % | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.04 | % | | | 1.05 | % |
Class I | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .50 | %^ | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .69 | %^ | | | .69 | % | | | .71 | % | | | .73 | % | | | .73 | % | | | .73 | % |
Class 1 | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .60 | %^ | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .71 | %^ | | | .69 | % | | | .72 | % | | | .73 | % | | | .73 | % | | | .74 | % |
Class 2 | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .50 | %^ | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .61 | %^ | | | .59 | % | | | .62 | % | | | .63 | % | | | .63 | % | | | .64 | % |
Class Z | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .50 | %^ | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .62 | %^ | | | .60 | % | | | .62 | % | | | .63 | % | | | .64 | % | | | .65 | % |
(f) | The net asset value and total return include adjustments in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America for financial reporting purposes. As such, the net asset value and total return for shareholder transactions may differ from financial statements. |
See notes to financial statements.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Garry Moody(1), Chairman Jorge A. Bermudez(1) Michael J. Downey(1) Onur Erzan, President and Chief Executive Officer | | Nancy P. Jacklin(1) Jeanette W. Loeb(1) Carol C. McMullen(1) Marshall C. Turner, Jr.(1) |
OFFICERS
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Michael Canter(2), Vice President Michael Rosborough(2), Vice President Nancy E. Hay, Secretary Michael B. Reyes, Senior Vice President | | Joseph J. Mantineo, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer Phyllis J. Clarke, Controller Jennifer Friedland, Chief Compliance Officer |
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Custodian and Accounting Agent State Street Bank and Trust Company One Congress Street, Suite 1, Boston, MA 02114-2016 Principal Underwriter AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. 501 Commerce Street Nashville, TN 37203 Transfer Agent AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. P.O. Box 786003 San Antonio, TX 78278 Toll-Free (800) 221-5672 | | Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Ernst & Young LLP One Manhattan West New York, NY 10001 Legal Counsel Seward & Kissel LLP One Battery Park Plaza New York, NY 10004 |
1 | Member of the Audit Committee, the Governance and Nominating Committee, and the Independent Directors Committee. |
2 | The day-to-day management of, and investment decisions for, the Fund’s portfolio are made by the Adviser’s U.S. Multi-Sector Fixed-Income Team. Messrs. Canter and Rosborough are the investment professionals with the most significant responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Fund’s portfolio. |
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Operation and Effectiveness of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program:
In October 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted the open-end fund liquidity rule (the “Liquidity Rule”). In June 2018 the SEC adopted a requirement that funds disclose information about the operation and effectiveness of their Liquidity Risk Management Program (“LRMP”) in their reports to shareholders.
One of the requirements of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund to designate an Administrator of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program. The Administrator of the Fund’s LRMP is AllianceBernstein L.P., the Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”). The Adviser has delegated the responsibility to its Liquidity Risk Management Committee (the “Committee”).
Another requirement of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Fund Board”) to receive an annual written report from the Administrator of the LRMP, which addresses the operation of the Fund’s LRMP and assesses its adequacy and effectiveness. The Adviser provided the Fund Board with such annual report during the first quarter of 2023, which covered the period January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 (the “Program Reporting Period”).
The LRMP’s principal objectives include supporting the Fund’s compliance with limits on investments in illiquid assets and mitigating the risk that the Fund will be unable to meet its redemption obligations in a timely manner.
Pursuant to the LRMP, the Fund classifies the liquidity of its portfolio investments into one of the four categories defined by the SEC: Highly Liquid, Moderately Liquid, Less Liquid, and Illiquid. These classifications are reported to the SEC on Form N-PORT.
During the Program Reporting Period, the Committee reviewed whether the Fund’s strategy is appropriate for an open-end structure, incorporating any holdings of less liquid and illiquid assets. If the Fund participated in derivative transactions, the exposure from such transactions were considered in the LRMP.
The Committee also performed an analysis to determine whether the Fund is required to maintain a Highly Liquid Investment Minimum (“HLIM”). The Committee also incorporated the following information when determining the Fund’s reasonably anticipated trading size for purposes of liquidity monitoring: historical net redemption activity, a Fund’s concentration in an issuer, shareholder concentration, investment performance, total net assets, and distribution channels.
The Adviser informed the Fund Board that the Committee believes the Fund’s LRMP is adequately designed, has been implemented as intended,
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and has operated effectively since its inception. No material exceptions have been noted since the implementation of the LRMP. During the Program Reporting Period, liquidity in all markets was challenged due to rising rates and economic uncertainty. However, markets also remained orderly during the Program Reporting Period. There were no liquidity events that impacted the Fund or its ability to timely meet redemptions during the Program Reporting Period.
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Information Regarding the Review and Approval of the Fund’s Advisory Agreement
The disinterested directors (the “directors”) of AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) unanimously approved the continuance of the Company’s Advisory Agreement with the Adviser in respect of AB Bond Inflation Strategy (the “Fund”) at a meeting held in-person on November 1-3, 2022 (the “Meeting”).
Prior to approval of the continuance of the Advisory Agreement, the directors had requested from the Adviser, and received and evaluated, extensive materials. They reviewed the proposed continuance of the Advisory Agreement with the Adviser and with experienced counsel who are independent of the Adviser, who advised on the relevant legal standards. The directors also reviewed additional materials, including comparative analytical data prepared by the Senior Vice President of the Fund. The directors also discussed the proposed continuance in private sessions with counsel.
The directors considered their knowledge of the nature and quality of the services provided by the Adviser to the Fund gained from their experience as directors or trustees of most of the registered investment companies advised by the Adviser, their overall confidence in the Adviser’s integrity and competence they have gained from that experience, the Adviser’s initiative in identifying and raising potential issues with the directors and its responsiveness, frankness and attention to concerns raised by the directors in the past, including the Adviser’s willingness to consider and implement organizational and operational changes designed to improve investment results and the services provided to the AB Funds. The directors noted that they have four regular meetings each year, at each of which they review extensive materials and information from the Adviser, including information on the investment performance of the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests a portion of its assets.
The directors also considered all factors they believed relevant, including the specific matters discussed below. During the course of their deliberations, the directors evaluated, among other things, the reasonableness of the advisory fee. The directors did not identify any particular information that was all-important or controlling, and different directors may have attributed different weights to the various factors. The directors determined that the selection of the Adviser to manage the Fund and the overall arrangements between the Fund and the Adviser, as provided in the Advisory Agreement, including the advisory fee, were fair and reasonable in light of the services performed, expenses incurred and such other matters as the directors considered relevant in the exercise of their business
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judgment. The material factors and conclusions that formed the basis for the directors’ determinations included the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided
The directors considered the scope and quality of services provided by the Adviser under the Advisory Agreement, including the quality of the investment research capabilities of the Adviser and the other resources it has dedicated to performing services for the Fund. The directors noted that the Adviser from time to time reviews the Fund’s investment strategies and from time to time proposes changes intended to improve the Fund’s relative or absolute performance for the directors’ consideration. They also noted the professional experience and qualifications of the Fund’s portfolio management team and other senior personnel of the Adviser. The directors also considered that the Advisory Agreement provides that the Fund will reimburse the Adviser for the cost to it of providing certain clerical, accounting, administrative and other services to the Fund by employees of the Adviser or its affiliates. Requests for these reimbursements are made on a quarterly basis and subject to approval by the directors. Reimbursements, to the extent requested and paid, result in a higher rate of total compensation from the Fund to the Adviser than the fee rate stated in the Advisory Agreement. The directors noted that the methodology used to determine the reimbursement amounts had been reviewed by an independent consultant at the request of the directors. The quality of administrative and other services, including the Adviser’s role in coordinating the activities of the Fund’s other service providers, also was considered. The directors concluded that, overall, they were satisfied with the nature, extent and quality of services provided to the Fund under the Advisory Agreement.
Costs of Services Provided and Profitability
The directors reviewed a schedule of the revenues and expenses and related notes indicating the profitability of the Fund to the Adviser for calendar years 2020 and 2021 that had been prepared with an expense allocation methodology arrived at in consultation with an independent consultant at the request of the directors. The directors noted the assumptions and methods of allocation used by the Adviser in preparing fund-specific profitability data and understood that there are a number of potentially acceptable allocation methodologies for information of this type. The directors noted that the profitability information reflected all revenues and expenses of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund, including those relating to its subsidiaries that provide transfer agency and distribution services to the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of the profitability of the Advisory Agreement with the profitability of fund advisory contracts for unaffiliated funds because comparative information is not generally publicly available and is affected by numerous factors. The directors focused on the profitability of the
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Adviser’s relationship with the Fund before taxes and distribution expenses. The directors concluded that the Adviser’s level of profitability from its relationship with the Fund was not unreasonable.
Fall-Out Benefits
The directors considered the other benefits to the Adviser and its affiliates from their relationships with the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests, including, but not limited to, benefits relating to 12b-1 fees and sales charges received by the Fund’s principal underwriter (which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser) in respect of certain classes of the Fund’s shares; and transfer agency fees paid by the Fund to a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser. The directors recognized that the Adviser’s profitability would be somewhat lower without these benefits. The directors understood that the Adviser also might derive reputational and other benefits from its association with the Fund.
Investment Results
In addition to the information reviewed by the directors in connection with the Meeting, the directors receive detailed performance information for the Fund at each regular Board meeting during the year.
At the Meeting, the directors reviewed performance information prepared by an independent service provider (the “15(c) service provider”), showing the performance of the Class A Shares of the Fund against a group of similar funds (“peer group”) and a larger group of similar funds (“peer universe”), each selected by the 15(c) service provider, and information prepared by the Adviser showing performance of the Class A Shares against a broad-based securities market index, in each case for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods ended July 31, 2022 and (in the case of comparisons with the broad-based securities market index) for the period from inception. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s investment performance was acceptable.
Advisory Fees and Other Expenses
The directors considered the advisory fee rate payable by the Fund to the Adviser and information prepared by the 15(c) service provider concerning advisory fee rates payable by other funds in the same category as the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of advisory fees because there are variations in the services that are included in the fees payable by other funds. The directors compared the Fund’s contractual effective advisory fee rate with a peer group median and discussed with the Adviser the reasons it was above the median. The directors also took into account the impact on the advisory fee rate of the administrative expense reimbursement paid to the Adviser in the latest fiscal year.
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The directors also considered the Adviser’s fee schedule for other clients utilizing investment strategies similar to those of the Fund. For this purpose, they reviewed the relevant advisory fee information from the Adviser’s Form ADV and in a report from the Fund’s Senior Vice President and noted the differences between the Fund’s fee schedule, on the one hand, and the Adviser’s institutional fee schedule and the schedule of fees charged by the Adviser to any offshore funds and for services to any sub-advised funds utilizing investment strategies similar to those of the Fund, on the other. The directors noted that the Adviser may, in some cases, agree to fee rates with large institutional clients that are lower than those reviewed by the directors and that they had previously discussed with the Adviser its policies in respect of such arrangements.
The Adviser reviewed with the directors the significantly greater scope of the services it provides to the Fund relative to institutional, offshore fund and sub-advised fund clients. In this regard, the Adviser noted, among other things, that, compared to institutional and offshore or sub-advisory accounts, the Fund (i) demands considerably more portfolio management, research and trading resources due to significantly higher daily cash flows; (ii) has more tax and regulatory restrictions and compliance obligations; (iii) must prepare and file or distribute regulatory and other communications about fund operations; and (iv) must provide shareholder servicing to retail investors. The Adviser also reviewed the greater legal risks presented by the large and changing population of Fund shareholders who may assert claims against the Adviser in individual or class actions, and the greater entrepreneurial risk in offering new fund products, which require substantial investment to launch, may not succeed, and generally must be priced to compete with larger, more established funds resulting in lack of profitability to the Adviser until a new fund achieves scale. In light of the substantial differences in services rendered by the Adviser to institutional, offshore fund and sub-advised fund clients as compared to the Fund, and the different risk profile, the directors considered these fee comparisons inapt and did not place significant weight on them in their deliberations.
In connection with their review of the Fund’s advisory fee, the directors also considered the total expense ratio of the Class A shares of the Fund in comparison to a peer group and a peer universe selected by the 15(c) service provider. The Class A expense ratio of the Fund was based on the Fund’s latest fiscal year and the directors considered the Adviser’s expense cap for the Fund. The directors noted that it was likely that the expense ratios of some of the other funds in the Fund’s category were lowered by waivers or reimbursements by those funds’ investment advisers, which in some cases might be voluntary or temporary. The directors view expense ratio information as relevant to their evaluation of the Adviser’s services because the Adviser is responsible for coordinating services provided to the Fund by others. The directors noted that the Fund’s expense ratio was in line with the medians.
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Economies of Scale
The directors noted that the advisory fee schedule for the Fund contains breakpoints that reduce the fee rates on assets above specified levels. The directors took into consideration prior presentations by an independent consultant on economies of scale in the mutual fund industry and for the AB Funds, and presentations from time to time by the Adviser concerning certain of its views on economies of scale. The directors also had requested and received from the Adviser certain updates on economies of scale in advance of the Meeting. The directors believe that economies of scale may be realized (if at all) by the Adviser across a variety of products and services, and not only in respect of a single fund. The directors noted that there is no established methodology for setting breakpoints that give effect to the fund-specific services provided by a fund’s adviser and to the economies of scale that an adviser may realize in its overall mutual fund business or those components of it which directly or indirectly affect a fund’s operations. The directors observed that in the mutual fund industry as a whole, as well as among funds similar to the Fund, there is no uniformity or pattern in the fees and asset levels at which breakpoints (if any) apply. The directors also noted that the advisory agreements for many funds do not have breakpoints at all. Having taken these factors into account, the directors concluded that the Fund’s shareholders would benefit from a sharing of economies of scale in the event the Fund’s net assets exceed a breakpoint in the future.
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AB BOND INFLATION STRATEGY
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APR 04.30.23
SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
AB HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO
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Investment Products Offered | | • Are Not FDIC Insured • May Lose Value • Are Not Bank Guaranteed |
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
This shareholder report must be preceded or accompanied by the Fund’s prospectus for individuals who are not current shareholders of the Fund.
You may obtain a description of the Fund’s proxy voting policies and procedures, and information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30, without charge. Simply visit AB’s website at www.abfunds.com, or go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “Commission”) website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227 4618.
The Fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Commission for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The Fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the Commission’s website at www.sec.gov. AB publishes full portfolio holdings for the Fund monthly at www.abfunds.com.
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Dear Shareholder,
We’re pleased to provide this report for the AB High Yield Portfolio (the “Fund”). Please review the discussion of Fund performance, the market conditions during the reporting period and the Fund’s investment strategy.
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SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
June 7, 2023
This report provides management’s discussion of fund performance for the AB High Yield Portfolio for the semi-annual reporting period ended April 30, 2023.
At meetings held on January 31–February 1, 2023, the Board of Directors of the AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Board”) approved the reorganization of the Fund into a newly created exchange-traded fund (“ETF”) (the “Conversion”), to be managed by the Adviser. Pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Acquisition and Termination (the “Plan”), the Fund was converted into an ETF (the “Acquiring Portfolio”), a newly created series of AB Active ETFs, Inc., with an identical investment objective, and identical fundamental investment policies and investment strategies as the Fund. The closing date of the Conversion was May 15, 2023. In connection with the Conversion, the assets and liabilities of the Fund were transferred to the Acquiring Portfolio, and stockholders of the Fund received shares of the Acquiring Portfolio, equal in aggregate net asset value (“NAV”) to the NAV of their shares of the Fund (less cash corresponding to any fractional share amount). Also in connection with the Conversion, Class A and Class Z shares of the Fund were automatically converted into Advisor Class shares on April 14, 2023. The Adviser believes that the Conversion will provide multiple benefits for investors of the Fund, including lower net expenses, additional share trading flexibility, increased transparency of portfolio holdings and enhanced tax efficiency.
The Fund’s investment objective is to seek to maximize total return consistent with prudent investment management.
NAV RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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INVESTMENT RESULTS
The preceding table shows the Fund’s performance compared with its primary benchmark, the Bloomberg US Corporate High Yield (“HY”) 2% Issuer Capped Index, for the six- and 12-month periods ended April 30, 2023. The table also includes the Markit iBoxx USD Liquid High Yield Index.
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During both periods, the Fund underperformed the primary benchmark. In the six-month period, industry allocation was the largest detractor, relative to the benchmark, mainly from an overweight to banking, an underweight to consumer cyclical–other, along with off-benchmark exposure to US Treasuries and high-yield credit default swaps. Yield-curve positioning was a minor detractor. Security selection contributed to performance, as selection within telecommunications, automotive, retail, consumer cyclical–other, consumer noncyclical, basic, capital goods and transportation services added more to performance than losses within banking, finance and technology. Currency decisions were a minor contributor to performance during the period.
During the 12-month period, industry allocation was the primary detractor, mostly from an underweight to energy, an overweight to banking, the utilization of high-yield credit default swaps and total return swaps, and exposure to US Treasuries that lost more than gains from underweights to technology and real estate investment trusts, as well as exposure to investment-grade corporate credit default swaps. Security selection contributed, as gains from selection within telecommunications, basic industry, capital goods, retailers, consumer noncyclical and energy were partially offset by losses among technology, finance and banking. Yield-curve positioning contributed, mainly from an underweight on the six-month part of the curve and an overweight on the 10-year part of the curve that added more to performance than a loss from an overweight to the five-year part of the curve. Currency decisions added modestly to performance.
During both periods, the Fund used derivatives in the form of futures to hedge duration and interest-rate risk, and interest rate swaps to hedge duration risk. Currency forwards were used to hedge foreign currency exposure and to take active currency risk. Credit default swaps, both single name and index, were used to take active exposure as well as to hedge investment-grade and high-yield credit risk taken through cash bonds. Total return swaps were used to create synthetic high-yield exposure. Credit options were used to generate income over the 12-month period.
MARKET REVIEW AND INVESTMENT STRATEGY
During the six-month period ended April 30, 2023, fixed-income government bond market yields were volatile after peaking in October, as investors adjusted their expectations for inflation, growth and central bank tightening. Some major developed-market central banks started to reduce rate hikes toward the end of the period and pause further hikes as overall inflation began to fall. Stress in the global banking sector caused yields to fall sharply in March. Falling yields during the period led all major developed-market treasuries to post positive returns except in the UK. Developed-market government bonds rose the most in the US, Australia
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and Canada, and by the least in Germany. In corporate credit-risk sectors, investment-grade and high-yield corporates outperformed developed-market treasury markets by a wide margin. Corporate bonds in the US and eurozone also outperformed respective treasuries. Emerging-market hard-currency sovereign and corporate bonds hedged to the US dollar, as well as local-currency bonds, led risk sector returns as the US dollar fell against the vast majority of developed- and emerging-market currencies. Brent crude oil prices fell on global growth concerns.
The Fund’s Senior Investment Management Team (the “Team”) continues to seek to maximize total return, utilizing a high-yield strategy with a global, multi-sector approach. The Team invests in corporate bonds from US and non-US issuers, and government bonds from developed and emerging markets, primarily focusing on lower-rated bonds (“junk bonds”), although it may also invest in investment-grade bonds.
INVESTMENT POLICIES
The Fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in fixed-income securities rated Ba1 or lower by Moody’s Investors Service, or BB+ or lower by S&P Global Ratings or Fitch Ratings, or the equivalent by any nationally recognized statistical rating organization (commonly known as “junk bonds”); unrated securities considered by the Adviser to be of comparable quality; and related derivatives.
The Fund may invest in fixed-income securities with a range of maturities from short- to long-term. The Fund may also invest in equity securities.
In selecting securities for purchase or sale by the Fund, the Adviser attempts to take advantage of inefficiencies that it believes exist in the global debt markets. These inefficiencies arise from investor behavior, market complexity, and the investment limitations to which investors are subject. The Adviser combines quantitative analysis with fundamental credit and economic research in seeking to exploit these inefficiencies.
The Fund invests most often in securities of US issuers, but may also purchase fixed-income securities of foreign issuers, including securities denominated in foreign currencies and securities of emerging-market issuers. The Adviser may or may not hedge any foreign currency exposure through the use of currency-related derivatives.
The Fund expects to use derivatives, such as options, futures contracts, forwards and swaps, to a significant extent. Derivatives may
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provide a more efficient and economical exposure to market segments than direct investments, and may also be a more efficient way to alter the Fund’s exposure. The Fund may, for example, use credit default and interest rate swaps to gain exposure to the fixed-income markets or particular fixed-income securities and, as noted above, may use currency-related derivatives. The Adviser may use derivatives to effectively leverage the Fund by creating aggregate market exposure substantially in excess of the Fund’s net assets.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS
Benchmark Disclosure
The Bloomberg US Corporate HY 2% Issuer Capped Index and the Markit iBoxx USD Liquid High Yield Index are unmanaged and do not reflect fees and expenses associated with the active management of a mutual fund portfolio. The Bloomberg US Corporate HY 2% Issuer Capped Index is the 2% Issuer Capped component of the US Corporate High Yield Index, which represents the performance of fixed-income securities having a maximum quality rating of Ba1, a minimum amount outstanding of $150 million and at least one year to maturity. The Markit iBoxx USD Liquid High Yield Index consists of USD high-yield bond issues with more than $400 million outstanding, selected to provide a balanced representation of the broad USD high-yield liquid corporate bond universe. An investor cannot invest directly in an index or average, and their results are not indicative of the performance for any specific investment, including the Fund.
A Word About Risk
Market Risk: The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the bond or stock market fluctuates. The value of its investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
Interest-Rate Risk: Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Credit Risk: An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
Below Investment-Grade Securities Risk: Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as “junk bonds”) are subject to a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to such factors as specific corporate developments and negative perceptions of the junk bond market generally and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities.
Duration Risk: Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk: This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities.
Derivatives Risk: Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Leverage Risk: To the extent the Fund uses leveraging techniques, its NAV may be more volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of changes in interest rates and any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments.
Foreign (Non-US) Risk: Investments in securities of non-US issuers may involve more risk than those of US issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Emerging-Market Risk: Investments in emerging-market countries may have more risk because the markets are less developed and less liquid and are subject to increased economic, political, regulatory or other uncertainties.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
Currency Risk: Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments in fixed-income securities denominated in foreign currencies or reduce the Fund’s returns.
Illiquid Investments Risk: Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest-rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally decline.
Management Risk: The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
These risks are fully discussed in the Fund’s prospectus. As with all investments, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
An Important Note About Historical Performance
The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate, so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Performance shown in this report represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by visiting www.abfunds.com.
Performance information prior to July 26, 2016, shown reflects the historical performance of the AB High-Yield Portfolio, a series of The AB Pooling Portfolios (the “Accounting Survivor”). Upon completion of a reorganization of the Accounting Survivor into the Fund on July 26, 2016 (the “Reorganization”), Class Z shares of the Fund assumed the performance and financial history of the Accounting Survivor. Because the Fund has higher expenses than the Accounting Survivor had, the Accounting Survivor’s performance would have been lower than that shown had it operated with the Fund’s current expense levels. At the time of the Reorganization, the Accounting Survivor and the Fund had substantially similar investment objectives and strategies.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
From February 26, 2018, through April 29, 2021, the Fund had a performance-based, or fulcrum, advisory fee. Accordingly, performance information shown during this period reflects performance fee adjustments and would have been different if the Fund had been managed under the current advisory fee arrangement. Class A and Class Z shares of the Fund were not in operation during this period.
Effective April 14, 2023, Class A and Class Z shares were converted to Advisor Class shares.
All fees and expenses related to the operation of the Fund have been deducted. Performance assumes reinvestment of distributions and does not account for taxes.
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE
AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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1 Year | | | 0.02% | | | | 0.02% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 3.53% | | | | 3.53% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 4.16% | | | | 4.16% | | | | | |
The Fund’s current prospectus fee table shows the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratio as 1.35% for Advisor Class shares, gross of any fee waivers or expense reimbursements. Contractual fee waivers and/or expense reimbursements limited the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratio (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest, interest expense, taxes, extraordinary expenses, and brokerage commissions and other transaction costs) to 0.60% for Advisor Class shares. These waivers/reimbursements may not be terminated before January 31, 2024, and may be extended by the Adviser for additional one-year terms. Absent reimbursements or waivers, performance would have been lower. The Financial Highlights section of this report sets forth expense ratio data for the current reporting period; the expense ratio shown above may differ from the expense ratio in the Financial Highlights section since they are based on different time periods.
1 | SEC yields are calculated based on SEC guidelines for the 30-day period ended April 30, 2023. |
2 | This share class is offered at NAV to eligible investors and the SEC returns are the same as the NAV returns. |
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE (continued)
SEC AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS
AS OF THE MOST RECENT CALENDAR QUARTER-END
MARCH 31, 2023 (unaudited)
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE
(unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution (12b-1) fees; and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
The Example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period as indicated below.
Actual Expenses
The first line of the table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The second line of the table below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed annual rate of return of 5% before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds by comparing this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE (continued)
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| | Beginning Account Value November 1, 2022 | | | Ending Account Value April 30, 2023 | | | Expenses Paid During Period* | | | Annualized Expense Ratio* | | | Total Expenses Paid During Period+ | | | Total Annualized Expense Ratio+ | |
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Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,062.00 | | | $ | 3.07 | | | | 0.60 | % | | $ | 3.12 | | | | 0.61 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,021.82 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | | 0.60 | % | | $ | 3.06 | | | | 0.61 | % |
* | Expenses are equal to the classes’ annualized expense ratios multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 181/365, (to reflect the one-half year period). |
+ | In connection with the Fund’s investments in affiliated/unaffiliated underlying portfolios, the Fund incurs no direct expenses, but bears proportionate shares of the fees and expenses (i.e., operating, administrative and investment advisory fees) of the affiliated/unaffiliated underlying portfolios. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its fees from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of certain acquired fund fees and expenses of the affiliated underlying portfolios. The Fund’s total expenses are equal to the classes’ annualized expense ratio plus the Fund’s pro rata share of the weighted average expense ratio of the affiliated/unaffiliated underlying portfolios in which it invests, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 181/365 (to reflect the one-half year period). |
** | Assumes 5% annual return before expenses. |
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PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
PORTFOLIO STATISTICS
Net Assets ($mil): $69.3
1 | The Fund’s security type breakdown is expressed as a percentage of total investments and may vary over time. The Fund also enters into derivative transactions, which may be used for hedging or investment purposes (see “Portfolio of Investments” section of the report for additional details). |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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CORPORATES - NON-INVESTMENT GRADE – 67.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 60.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 3.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Arconic Corp. 6.125%, 02/15/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 11 | | | $ | 10,854 | |
ASP Unifrax Holdings, Inc. 5.25%, 09/30/2028(a) | | | | | | | 170 | | | | 140,091 | |
7.50%, 09/30/2029(a) | | | | | | | 17 | | | | 12,297 | |
Big River Steel LLC/BRS Finance Corp. 6.625%, 01/31/2029(a) | | | | | | | 16 | | | | 15,897 | |
Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc. 4.625%, 03/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 6 | | | | 5,430 | |
Crown Americas LLC/Crown Americas Capital Corp. VI 4.75%, 02/01/2026 | | | | | | | 7 | | | | 6,855 | |
CVR Partners LP/CVR Nitrogen Finance Corp. 6.125%, 06/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 137 | | | | 123,921 | |
Element Solutions, Inc. 3.875%, 09/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 110 | | | | 97,197 | |
ERP Iron Ore LLC 9.039%, 12/31/2019(b)(c)(d)(e)(f) | | | | | | | 5 | | | | 3,332 | |
FMG Resources (August 2006) Pty Ltd. 4.375%, 04/01/2031(a) | | | | | | | 258 | | | | 223,912 | |
6.125%, 04/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 180 | | | | 174,081 | |
Graham Packaging Co., Inc. 7.125%, 08/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 119 | | | | 104,140 | |
Graphic Packaging International LLC 3.50%, 03/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 12 | | | | 10,969 | |
3.75%, 02/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 23 | | | | 20,566 | |
4.75%, 07/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 27,081 | |
INEOS Styrolution Group GmbH 2.25%, 01/16/2027(a) | | | EUR | | | | 100 | | | | 95,580 | |
Ingevity Corp. 3.875%, 11/01/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 30 | | | | 26,405 | |
Intelligent Packaging Holdco Issuer LP 9.00% (9.00% Cash or 9.75% PIK), 01/15/2026(a)(f) | | | | | | | 39 | | | | 28,089 | |
Intelligent Packaging Ltd. Finco, Inc./Intelligent Packaging Ltd. Co-Issuer LLC 6.00%, 09/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 98 | | | | 81,534 | |
Kobe US Midco 2, Inc. 9.25% (9.25% Cash or 10.00% PIK), 11/01/2026(a)(f) | | | | | | | 97 | | | | 67,978 | |
Magnetation LLC/Mag Finance Corp. 11.00%, 05/15/2018(b)(c)(d)(e)(g) | | | | | | | 60 | | | | – 0 | – |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Mercer International, Inc. 5.125%, 02/01/2029 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 131 | | | $ | 109,451 | |
Roller Bearing Co. of America, Inc. 4.375%, 10/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 12 | | | | 10,898 | |
SCIL IV LLC/SCIL USA Holdings LLC 5.375%, 11/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 431 | | | | 396,736 | |
Sealed Air Corp. 5.50%, 09/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 33 | | | | 33,069 | |
6.875%, 07/15/2033(a) | | | | | | | 99 | | | | 105,122 | |
Sealed Air Corp./Sealed Air Corp. US 6.125%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 53 | | | | 53,823 | |
WR Grace Holdings LLC 4.875%, 06/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 158 | | | | 150,300 | |
5.625%, 08/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 261 | | | | 225,230 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 2,360,838 | |
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Capital Goods – 5.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ARD Finance SA 5.00% (5.00% Cash or 5.75% PIK), 06/30/2027(a)(f) | | | EUR | | | | 120 | | | | 101,221 | |
Ardagh Metal Packaging Finance USA LLC/Ardagh Metal Packaging Finance PLC 4.00%, 09/01/2029(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 200 | | | | 162,334 | |
Ardagh Packaging Finance PLC/Ardagh Holdings USA, Inc. 4.125%, 08/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 188,592 | |
5.25%, 08/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 170,179 | |
Ball Corp. 2.875%, 08/15/2030 | | | | | | | 265 | | | | 222,268 | |
Bombardier, Inc. 6.00%, 02/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 3 | | | | 2,845 | |
7.875%, 04/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 173 | | | | 172,572 | |
Chart Industries, Inc. 7.50%, 01/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 41 | | | | 42,289 | |
Clean Harbors, Inc. 4.875%, 07/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 16 | | | | 15,489 | |
5.125%, 07/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 11 | | | | 10,561 | |
6.375%, 02/01/2031(a) | | | | | | | 68 | | | | 69,420 | |
Crown Americas LLC 5.25%, 04/01/2030 | | | | | | | 31 | | | | 30,092 | |
Crown Cork & Seal Co., Inc. 7.375%, 12/15/2026 | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 21,029 | |
Eco Material Technologies, Inc. 7.875%, 01/31/2027(a) | | | | | | | 218 | | | | 209,114 | |
EnerSys 4.375%, 12/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 80 | | | | 74,919 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Gates Global LLC/Gates Corp. 6.25%, 01/15/2026(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 34 | | | $ | 33,660 | |
GFL Environmental, Inc. 3.50%, 09/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 25,499 | |
Griffon Corp. 5.75%, 03/01/2028 | | | | | | | 39 | | | | 35,822 | |
Harsco Corp. 5.75%, 07/31/2027(a) | | | | | | | 151 | | | | 127,581 | |
JELD-WEN, Inc. 4.625%, 12/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 6 | | | | 5,787 | |
LSB Industries, Inc. 6.25%, 10/15/2028(a)(h) | | | | | | | 197 | | | | 173,988 | |
Madison IAQ LLC 5.875%, 06/30/2029(a) | | | | | | | 263 | | | | 205,922 | |
Mueller Water Products, Inc. 4.00%, 06/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 13 | | | | 11,803 | |
Renk AG/Frankfurt am Main 5.75%, 07/15/2025(a) | | | EUR | | | | 100 | | | | 107,754 | |
Stericycle, Inc. 3.875%, 01/15/2029(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 55 | | | | 49,622 | |
TK Elevator US Newco, Inc. 5.25%, 07/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 186,935 | |
TransDigm, Inc. 4.625%, 01/15/2029 | | | | | | | 150 | | | | 135,805 | |
4.875%, 05/01/2029 | | | | | | | 84 | | | | 76,314 | |
6.25%, 03/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 243 | | | | 244,165 | |
6.375%, 06/15/2026 | | | | | | | 79 | | | | 78,950 | |
6.75%, 08/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 176 | | | | 178,678 | |
Triumph Group, Inc. 7.75%, 08/15/2025 | | | | | | | 23 | | | | 21,384 | |
9.00%, 03/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 245 | | | | 248,522 | |
WESCO Distribution, Inc. 7.125%, 06/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 14 | | | | 14,234 | |
7.25%, 06/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 107 | | | | 109,970 | |
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Communications - Media – 10.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advantage Sales & Marketing, Inc. 6.50%, 11/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 106 | | | | 81,607 | |
Altice Financing SA 5.00%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 228 | | | | 184,972 | |
5.75%, 08/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 158,696 | |
AMC Networks, Inc. 4.25%, 02/15/2029 | | | | | | | 298 | | | | 206,538 | |
Arches Buyer, Inc. 6.125%, 12/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 100 | | | | 86,706 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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CCO Holdings LLC/CCO Holdings Capital Corp. 4.25%, 02/01/2031(a) | | U.S.$ | | | 50 | | | $ | 41,144 | |
4.25%, 01/15/2034(a) | | | | | 482 | | | | 369,013 | |
4.50%, 08/15/2030(a) | | | | | 235 | | | | 198,209 | |
4.50%, 06/01/2033(a) | | | | | 53 | | | | 42,258 | |
4.75%, 03/01/2030(a) | | | | | 40 | | | | 34,432 | |
5.00%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | | | 193 | | | | 178,845 | |
5.125%, 05/01/2027(a) | | | | | 295 | | | | 278,963 | |
6.375%, 09/01/2029(a) | | | | | 66 | | | | 62,742 | |
7.375%, 03/01/2031(a) | | | | | 169 | | | | 165,620 | |
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. 5.125%, 08/15/2027(a) | | | | | 239 | | | | 215,886 | |
CSC Holdings LLC 3.375%, 02/15/2031(a) | | | | | 208 | | | | 143,191 | |
4.50%, 11/15/2031(a) | | | | | 200 | | | | 140,053 | |
7.50%, 04/01/2028(a) | | | | | 200 | | | | 125,454 | |
11.25%, 05/15/2028(a) | | | | | 209 | | | | 208,276 | |
DISH DBS Corp. 5.25%, 12/01/2026(a) | | | | | 270 | | | | 206,080 | |
5.75%, 12/01/2028(a) | | | | | 263 | | | | 187,458 | |
5.875%, 11/15/2024 | | | | | 86 | | | | 71,266 | |
7.375%, 07/01/2028 | | | | | 71 | | | | 35,468 | |
7.75%, 07/01/2026 | | | | | 101 | | | | 58,315 | |
DISH Network Corp. 3.375%, 08/15/2026(i) | | | | | 27 | | | | 12,848 | |
Gray Escrow II, Inc. 5.375%, 11/15/2031(a) | | | | | 338 | | | | 216,899 | |
iHeartCommunications, Inc. 4.75%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | 118 | | | | 91,813 | |
5.25%, 08/15/2027(a) | | | | | 37 | | | | 29,233 | |
6.375%, 05/01/2026 | | | | | 5 | | | | 4,394 | |
8.375%, 05/01/2027 | | | | | 40 | | | | 26,358 | |
Lamar Media Corp. 4.875%, 01/15/2029 | | | | | 8 | | | | 7,620 | |
LCPR Senior Secured Financing DAC 5.125%, 07/15/2029(a) | | | | | 200 | | | | 171,173 | |
6.75%, 10/15/2027(a) | | | | | 200 | | | | 190,555 | |
McGraw-Hill Education, Inc. 5.75%, 08/01/2028(a) | | | | | 349 | | | | 309,988 | |
National CineMedia LLC 5.75%, 08/15/2026(c)(j) | | | | | 21 | | | | 671 | |
5.875%, 04/15/2028(a)(c)(j) | | | | | 60 | | | | 21,433 | |
Outfront Media Capital LLC/Outfront Media Capital Corp. 4.25%, 01/15/2029(a) | | | | | 101 | | | | 86,269 | |
4.625%, 03/15/2030(a) | | | | | 11 | | | | 9,307 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Radiate Holdco LLC/Radiate Finance, Inc. 4.50%, 09/15/2026(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 214 | | | $ | 167,488 | |
Scripps Escrow II, Inc. 3.875%, 01/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 246 | | | | 191,740 | |
Sinclair Television Group, Inc. 4.125%, 12/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 130 | | | | 102,500 | |
5.125%, 02/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 9 | | | | 7,751 | |
5.50%, 03/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 344 | | | | 265,717 | |
Sirius XM Radio, Inc. 3.875%, 09/01/2031(a) | | | | | | | 338 | | | | 255,400 | |
4.00%, 07/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 97 | | | | 81,980 | |
4.125%, 07/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 111 | | | | 88,999 | |
5.00%, 08/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 41 | | | | 37,719 | |
5.50%, 07/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 24 | | | | 21,404 | |
Summer BidCo BV 9.00% (9.00% Cash or 9.75% PIK), 11/15/2025(a)(f) | | | EUR | | | | 157 | | | | 144,811 | |
TEGNA, Inc. 5.00%, 09/15/2029 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 61 | | | | 53,607 | |
Univision Communications, Inc. 4.50%, 05/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 254 | | | | 218,994 | |
7.375%, 06/30/2030(a) | | | | | | | 150 | | | | 143,883 | |
Urban One, Inc. 7.375%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 54 | | | | 49,081 | |
Virgin Media Finance PLC 5.00%, 07/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 400 | | | | 336,626 | |
Ziggo Bond Co. BV 5.125%, 02/28/2030(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 162,451 | |
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Communications - Telecommunications – 2.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Altice France SA/France 3.375%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | EUR | | | | 100 | | | | 84,236 | |
5.50%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 200 | | | | 157,018 | |
Connect Finco SARL/Connect US Finco LLC 6.75%, 10/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 190,648 | |
Consolidated Communications, Inc. 6.50%, 10/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 161 | | | | 125,431 | |
Embarq Corp. 7.995%, 06/01/2036 | | | | | | | 123 | | | | 52,850 | |
Frontier Communications Holdings LLC 6.75%, 05/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 43 | | | | 34,608 | |
8.75%, 05/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 69 | | | | 68,253 | |
Hughes Satellite Systems Corp. 6.625%, 08/01/2026 | | | | | | | 163 | | | | 153,930 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA 5.50%, 08/01/2023(b)(c)(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 158 | | | $ | – 0 | – |
8.50%, 10/15/2024(b)(c)(e)(g) | | | | | | | 47 | | | | – 0 | – |
Level 3 Financing, Inc. 3.75%, 07/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 180 | | | | 101,218 | |
3.875%, 11/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 86 | | | | 62,791 | |
4.25%, 07/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 134 | | | | 78,009 | |
Lorca Telecom Bondco SA 4.00%, 09/18/2027(a) | | | EUR | | | | 142 | | | | 143,833 | |
Telecom Italia Capital SA 6.375%, 11/15/2033 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 90 | | | | 80,846 | |
7.20%, 07/18/2036 | | | | | | | 175 | | | | 158,879 | |
Vmed O2 UK Financing I PLC 4.75%, 07/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 170,285 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 4.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Allison Transmission, Inc. 5.875%, 06/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 108 | | | | 106,413 | |
Clarios Global LP/Clarios US Finance Co. 8.50%, 05/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 59 | | | | 59,422 | |
Dana, Inc. 4.25%, 09/01/2030 | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 16,254 | |
Dealer Tire LLC/DT Issuer LLC 8.00%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 255 | | | | 236,396 | |
Exide Technologies (Exchange Priority) 11.00%, 10/31/2024(b)(c)(e)(g) | | | | | | | 32 | | | | – 0 | – |
(First Lien) 11.00%, 10/31/2024(b)(c)(e)(g) | | | | | | | 13 | | | | – 0 | – |
Ford Motor Co. 3.25%, 02/12/2032 | | | | | | | 162 | | | | 125,258 | |
4.75%, 01/15/2043 | | | | | | | 105 | | | | 78,965 | |
6.10%, 08/19/2032 | | | | | | | 307 | | | | 292,745 | |
Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC 2.70%, 08/10/2026 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 177,408 | |
4.00%, 11/13/2030 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 171,440 | |
4.95%, 05/28/2027 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 189,335 | |
5.113%, 05/03/2029 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 186,335 | |
7.35%, 11/04/2027 | | | | | | | 206 | | | | 212,184 | |
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. (The) 5.00%, 07/15/2029 | | | | | | | 153 | | | | 135,474 | |
IHO Verwaltungs GmbH 6.00% (6.00% Cash or 6.75% PIK), 05/15/2027(a)(f) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 184,776 | |
Jaguar Land Rover Automotive PLC 4.50%, 10/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 168,409 | |
5.875%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 173,498 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Mclaren Finance PLC 7.50%, 08/01/2026(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 200 | | | $ | 164,187 | |
PM General Purchaser LLC 9.50%, 10/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 90 | | | | 85,295 | |
Real Hero Merger Sub 2, Inc. 6.25%, 02/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 130 | | | | 97,847 | |
Titan International, Inc. 7.00%, 04/30/2028 | | | | | | | 19 | | | | 17,011 | |
ZF North America Capital, Inc. 4.75%, 04/29/2025(a) | | | | | | | 150 | | | | 146,547 | |
7.125%, 04/14/2030(a) | | | | | | | 158 | | | | 163,161 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Entertainment – 3.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Boyne USA, Inc. 4.75%, 05/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 26 | | | | 23,574 | |
Carnival Corp. 4.00%, 08/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 220 | | | | 190,208 | |
5.75%, 03/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 195 | | | | 159,894 | |
9.875%, 08/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 78 | | | | 79,267 | |
10.50%, 02/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 260 | | | | 269,750 | |
Cedar Fair LP 5.25%, 07/15/2029 | | | | | | | 15 | | | | 13,931 | |
Cedar Fair LP/Canada’s Wonderland Co./Magnum Management Corp./Millennium Op 5.375%, 04/15/2027 | | | | | | | 128 | | | | 122,601 | |
5.50%, 05/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 63 | | | | 62,838 | |
Cinemark USA, Inc. 5.25%, 07/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 151 | | | | 135,103 | |
Lindblad Expeditions LLC 6.75%, 02/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 41 | | | | 38,796 | |
NCL Corp., Ltd. 3.625%, 12/15/2024(a) | | | | | | | 79 | | | | 74,291 | |
5.875%, 03/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 24 | | | | 20,637 | |
8.375%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 90 | | | | 90,758 | |
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. 5.375%, 07/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 91 | | | | 80,535 | |
5.50%, 08/31/2026(a) | | | | | | | 49 | | | | 44,713 | |
5.50%, 04/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 173 | | | | 152,621 | |
7.25%, 01/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 30 | | | | 30,006 | |
9.25%, 01/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 82 | | | | 86,715 | |
11.50%, 06/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 74 | | | | 78,532 | |
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. 5.25%, 08/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 121 | | | | 108,829 | |
8.75%, 05/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 33 | | | | 33,495 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Six Flags Entertainment Corp. 4.875%, 07/31/2024(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 117 | | | $ | 117,010 | |
Vail Resorts, Inc. 6.25%, 05/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 28,199 | |
Viking Cruises Ltd. 5.875%, 09/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 141 | | | | 120,941 | |
7.00%, 02/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 148 | | | | 125,620 | |
13.00%, 05/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 148 | | | | 155,834 | |
Viking Ocean Cruises Ship VII Ltd. 5.625%, 02/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 29 | | | | 24,705 | |
VOC Escrow Ltd. 5.00%, 02/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 241 | | | | 214,650 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 2,684,053 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 4.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Adams Homes, Inc. 7.50%, 02/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 41 | | | | 38,550 | |
Beazer Homes USA, Inc. 6.75%, 03/15/2025 | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 27,886 | |
Brookfield Residential Properties, Inc./Brookfield Residential US LLC 6.25%, 09/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 151 | | | | 138,351 | |
Builders FirstSource, Inc. 6.375%, 06/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 115 | | | | 114,794 | |
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. 6.25%, 07/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 239 | | | | 239,329 | |
7.00%, 02/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 65 | | | | 65,628 | |
Churchill Downs, Inc. 4.75%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 105 | | | | 99,087 | |
CP Atlas Buyer, Inc. 7.00%, 12/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 26 | | | | 19,670 | |
Everi Holdings, Inc. 5.00%, 07/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 21 | | | | 18,717 | |
Five Point Operating Co. LP/Five Point Capital Corp. 7.875%, 11/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 223 | | | | 202,882 | |
Forestar Group, Inc. 3.85%, 05/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 41 | | | | 37,907 | |
Hilton Domestic Operating Co., Inc. 3.625%, 02/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 320 | | | | 273,062 | |
4.875%, 01/15/2030 | | | | | | | 17 | | | | 16,163 | |
5.75%, 05/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 11 | | | | 10,974 | |
Hilton Grand Vacations Borrower Escrow LLC/Hilton Grand Vacations Borrower Esc 4.875%, 07/01/2031(a) | | | | | | | 241 | | | | 211,005 | |
5.00%, 06/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 49 | | | | 44,343 | |
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Installed Building Products, Inc. 5.75%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 40 | | | $ | 37,911 | |
Mattamy Group Corp. 4.625%, 03/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 232 | | | | 203,300 | |
MGM Resorts International 4.75%, 10/15/2028 | | | | | | | 138 | | | | 128,254 | |
6.75%, 05/01/2025 | | | | | | | 90 | | | | 90,800 | |
Premier Entertainment Sub LLC/Premier Entertainment Finance Corp. 5.625%, 09/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 14,494 | |
Scientific Games International, Inc. 7.00%, 05/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 9 | | | | 9,007 | |
Shea Homes LP/Shea Homes Funding Corp. 4.75%, 04/01/2029 | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 17,826 | |
Sugarhouse HSP Gaming Prop Mezz LP/Sugarhouse HSP Gaming Finance Corp. 5.875%, 05/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 16 | | | | 15,548 | |
Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc. 5.125%, 08/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 61 | | | | 57,386 | |
5.875%, 06/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 17 | | | | 16,961 | |
Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc./Taylor Morrison Holdings II, Inc. 5.625%, 03/01/2024(a) | | | | | | | 17 | | | | 16,954 | |
Travel + Leisure Co. 4.50%, 12/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 52 | | | | 45,365 | |
4.625%, 03/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 12 | | | | 10,376 | |
6.625%, 07/31/2026(a) | | | | | | | 249 | | | | 248,577 | |
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. 4.375%, 08/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 70 | | | | 65,105 | |
Wynn Las Vegas LLC/Wynn Las Vegas Capital Corp. 5.25%, 05/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 184 | | | | 176,797 | |
Wynn Resorts Finance LLC/Wynn Resorts Capital Corp. 5.125%, 10/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 86 | | | | 79,249 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 2,792,258 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Restaurants – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
1011778 BC ULC/New Red Finance, Inc. 3.50%, 02/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 146 | | | | 131,451 | |
5.75%, 04/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 124 | | | | 124,403 | |
IRB Holding Corp. 7.00%, 06/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 5 | | | | 5,052 | |
Papa John’s International, Inc. 3.875%, 09/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 22 | | | | 18,987 | |
Stonegate Pub Co. Financing 2019 PLC 8.25%, 07/31/2025(a) | | | GBP | | | | 113 | | | | 130,420 | |
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Yum! Brands, Inc. 4.625%, 01/31/2032 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 96 | | | $ | 89,604 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 499,917 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Retailers – 3.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Arko Corp. 5.125%, 11/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 99 | | | | 80,182 | |
Asbury Automotive Group, Inc. 4.625%, 11/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 99 | | | | 88,197 | |
5.00%, 02/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 26 | | | | 22,411 | |
Bath & Body Works, Inc. 6.625%, 10/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 117 | | | | 112,341 | |
6.75%, 07/01/2036 | | | | | | | 160 | | | | 142,344 | |
6.875%, 11/01/2035 | | | | | | | 128 | | | | 115,261 | |
7.50%, 06/15/2029 | | | | | | | 17 | | | | 17,305 | |
BCPE Ulysses Intermediate, Inc. 7.75% (7.75% Cash or 8.50% PIK), 04/01/2027(a)(f) | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 22,285 | |
Carvana Co. 5.50%, 04/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 39 | | | | 16,781 | |
5.875%, 10/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 114 | | | | 47,313 | |
FirstCash, Inc. 5.625%, 01/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 11 | | | | 10,217 | |
Foundation Building Materials, Inc. 6.00%, 03/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 29 | | | | 23,248 | |
Group 1 Automotive, Inc. 4.00%, 08/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 9 | | | | 7,984 | |
Kontoor Brands, Inc. 4.125%, 11/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 72 | | | | 61,168 | |
Levi Strauss & Co. 3.50%, 03/01/2031(a) | | | | | | | 86 | | | | 72,752 | |
Michaels Cos, Inc. (The) 7.875%, 05/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 58 | | | | 38,825 | |
NMG Holding Co., Inc./Neiman Marcus Group LLC 7.125%, 04/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 309 | | | | 287,351 | |
Penske Automotive Group, Inc. 3.75%, 06/15/2029 | | | | | | | 80 | | | | 69,505 | |
PetSmart, Inc./PetSmart Finance Corp. 7.75%, 02/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 246,394 | |
Rite Aid Corp. 7.50%, 07/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 17 | | | | 11,690 | |
8.00%, 11/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 263 | | | | 142,140 | |
Sonic Automotive, Inc. 4.625%, 11/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 115 | | | | 96,620 | |
4.875%, 11/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 238 | | | | 192,119 | |
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Specialty Building Products Holdings LLC/SBP Finance Corp. 6.375%, 09/30/2026(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 406 | | | $ | 368,408 | |
SRS Distribution, Inc. 6.125%, 07/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 19 | | | | 15,715 | |
Staples, Inc. 7.50%, 04/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 206 | | | | 174,017 | |
10.75%, 04/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 61 | | | | 40,994 | |
TPro Acquisition Corp. 11.00%, 10/15/2024(a) | | | | | | | 33 | | | | 32,949 | |
White Cap Buyer LLC 6.875%, 10/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 19 | | | | 16,616 | |
William Carter Co. (The) 5.625%, 03/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 37 | | | | 36,497 | |
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. 4.00%, 08/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 68 | | | | 56,492 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 2,666,121 | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 9.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AdaptHealth LLC 4.625%, 08/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 206 | | | | 168,149 | |
AHP Health Partners, Inc. 5.75%, 07/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 10 | | | | 8,545 | |
Albertsons Cos., Inc./Safeway, Inc./New Albertsons LP/Albertsons LLC 3.50%, 03/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 346 | | | | 306,733 | |
4.875%, 02/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 100 | | | | 93,570 | |
6.50%, 02/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 31 | | | | 31,505 | |
Bausch Health Americas, Inc. 8.50%, 01/31/2027(a) | | | | | | | 59 | | | | 30,322 | |
Bausch Health Cos., Inc. 4.875%, 06/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 196 | | | | 129,585 | |
5.00%, 02/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 9,281 | |
6.25%, 02/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 31 | | | | 14,236 | |
Catalent Pharma Solutions, Inc. 3.125%, 02/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 14 | | | | 11,784 | |
CD&R Smokey Buyer, Inc. 6.75%, 07/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 78 | | | | 68,647 | |
CHS/Community Health Systems, Inc. 4.75%, 02/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 16,129 | |
5.25%, 05/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 498 | | | | 414,533 | |
5.625%, 03/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 17 | | | | 15,698 | |
6.00%, 01/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 14 | | | | 12,408 | |
6.875%, 04/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 138 | | | | 102,143 | |
6.875%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 126 | | | | 93,236 | |
8.00%, 03/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 44 | | | | 43,697 | |
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DaVita, Inc. 3.75%, 02/15/2031(a) | | U.S.$ | | | 154 | | | $ | 123,434 | |
4.625%, 06/01/2030(a) | | | | | 212 | | | | 184,756 | |
Elanco Animal Health, Inc. 6.65%, 08/28/2028(h) | | | | | 249 | | | | 242,294 | |
Embecta Corp. 5.00%, 02/15/2030(a) | | | | | 275 | | | | 237,202 | |
Emergent BioSolutions, Inc. 3.875%, 08/15/2028(a) | | | | | 122 | | | | 64,641 | |
Garden Spinco Corp. 8.625%, 07/20/2030(a) | | | | | 82 | | | | 88,431 | |
Grifols Escrow Issuer SA 4.75%, 10/15/2028(a) | | | | | 200 | | | | 160,723 | |
Kronos Acquisition Holdings, Inc./KIK Custom Products, Inc. 7.00%, 12/31/2027(a) | | | | | 150 | | | | 131,846 | |
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. 4.125%, 01/31/2030(a) | | | | | 99 | | | | 90,657 | |
4.875%, 05/15/2028(a) | | | | | 17 | | | | 16,680 | |
Legacy LifePoint Health LLC 4.375%, 02/15/2027(a) | | | | | 107 | | | | 91,085 | |
6.75%, 04/15/2025(a) | | | | | 102 | | | | 98,127 | |
LifePoint Health, Inc. 5.375%, 01/15/2029(a) | | | | | 424 | | | | 265,462 | |
Mallinckrodt International Finance SA/Mallinckrodt CB LLC 10.00%, 06/15/2029(a) | | | | | 3 | | | | 1,392 | |
Medline Borrower LP 3.875%, 04/01/2029(a) | | | | | 259 | | | | 226,571 | |
5.25%, 10/01/2029(a) | | | | | 425 | | | | 367,577 | |
ModivCare, Inc. 5.875%, 11/15/2025(a) | | | | | 24 | | | | 22,937 | |
Newell Brands, Inc. 4.70%, 04/01/2026(h) | | | | | 125 | | | | 119,367 | |
6.00%, 04/01/2046(h) | | | | | 27 | | | | 21,036 | |
6.375%, 09/15/2027 | | | | | 29 | | | | 28,529 | |
Organon & Co./Organon Foreign Debt Co-Issuer BV 4.125%, 04/30/2028(a) | | | | | 200 | | | | 184,032 | |
Performance Food Group, Inc. 4.25%, 08/01/2029(a) | | | | | 75 | | | | 68,189 | |
Perrigo Finance Unlimited Co. 4.40%, 06/15/2030(h) | | | | | 219 | | | | 197,648 | |
Post Holdings, Inc. 4.50%, 09/15/2031(a) | | | | | 125 | | | | 109,383 | |
4.625%, 04/15/2030(a) | | | | | 58 | | | | 52,363 | |
5.50%, 12/15/2029(a) | | | | | 100 | | | | 95,144 | |
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5.75%, 03/01/2027(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 14 | | | $ | 13,901 | |
Primo Water Holdings, Inc. 4.375%, 04/30/2029(a) | | | | | | | 103 | | | | 90,973 | |
Radiology Partners, Inc. 9.25%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 6 | | | | 2,709 | |
RegionalCare Hospital Partners Holdings, Inc./LifePoint Health, Inc. 9.75%, 12/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 24 | | | | 19,969 | |
RP Escrow Issuer LLC 5.25%, 12/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 316 | | | | 221,550 | |
Spectrum Brands, Inc. 3.875%, 03/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 193 | | | | 158,339 | |
5.75%, 07/15/2025 | | | | | | | 3 | | | | 2,980 | |
Tenet Healthcare Corp. 4.375%, 01/15/2030 | | | | | | | 153 | | | | 140,779 | |
6.125%, 10/01/2028 | | | | | | | 131 | | | | 127,079 | |
6.125%, 06/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 149 | | | | 147,998 | |
6.25%, 02/01/2027 | | | | | | | 51 | | | | 50,747 | |
Triton Water Holdings, Inc. 6.25%, 04/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 222 | | | | 186,442 | |
US Acute Care Solutions LLC 6.375%, 03/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 342 | | | | 306,419 | |
US Renal Care, Inc. 10.625%, 07/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 80 | | | | 14,768 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 6,344,360 | |
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Energy – 3.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Berry Petroleum Co. LLC 7.00%, 02/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 63 | | | | 59,850 | |
Blue Racer Midstream LLC/Blue Racer Finance Corp. 7.625%, 12/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 23 | | | | 23,235 | |
Callon Petroleum Co. 7.50%, 06/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 79 | | | | 75,198 | |
8.25%, 07/15/2025 | | | | | | | 8 | | | | 7,978 | |
Citgo Holding, Inc. 9.25%, 08/01/2024(a) | | | | | | | 72 | | | | 72,465 | |
CITGO Petroleum Corp. 6.375%, 06/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 16 | | | | 15,578 | |
7.00%, 06/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 50 | | | | 49,746 | |
Civitas Resources, Inc. 5.00%, 10/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 58 | | | | 54,781 | |
CNX Resources Corp. 6.00%, 01/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 37 | | | | 34,231 | |
Comstock Resources, Inc. 6.75%, 03/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 58 | | | | 52,499 | |
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Crescent Energy Finance LLC 7.25%, 05/01/2026(a) | | U.S.$ | | | 89 | | | $ | 85,186 | |
Encino Acquisition Partners Holdings LLC 8.50%, 05/01/2028(a) | | | | | 86 | | | | 76,612 | |
EnLink Midstream Partners LP Series C 8.976% (LIBOR 3 Month + 4.11%), 05/30/2023(k)(l) | | | | | 102 | | | | 86,500 | |
EQM Midstream Partners LP 4.50%, 01/15/2029(a) | | | | | 65 | | | | 55,366 | |
4.75%, 01/15/2031(a) | | | | | 119 | | | | 98,010 | |
5.50%, 07/15/2028 | | | | | 18 | | | | 16,383 | |
Genesis Energy LP/Genesis Energy Finance Corp. 6.25%, 05/15/2026 | | | | | 7 | | | | 6,737 | |
6.50%, 10/01/2025 | | | | | 24 | | | | 23,547 | |
7.75%, 02/01/2028 | | | | | 28 | | | | 27,592 | |
8.00%, 01/15/2027 | | | | | 56 | | | | 55,895 | |
Global Partners LP/GLP Finance Corp. 6.875%, 01/15/2029 | | | | | 96 | | | | 89,447 | |
7.00%, 08/01/2027 | | | | | 21 | | | | 20,282 | |
Gulfport Energy Corp. 6.00%, 10/15/2024(c) | | | | | 128 | | | | 81 | |
6.375%, 05/15/2025(c) | | | | | 24 | | | | 15 | |
6.375%, 01/15/2026(c) | | | | | 30 | | | | 19 | |
6.625%, 05/01/2023(c) | | | | | 4 | | | | 3 | |
8.00%, 05/17/2026(a) | | | | | 29 | | | | 29,032 | |
Hess Midstream Operations LP 4.25%, 02/15/2030(a) | | | | | 17 | | | | 15,105 | |
5.625%, 02/15/2026(a) | | | | | 130 | | | | 128,157 | |
Hilcorp Energy I LP/Hilcorp Finance Co. 5.75%, 02/01/2029(a) | | | | | 5 | | | | 4,670 | |
ITT Holdings LLC 6.50%, 08/01/2029(a) | | | | | 227 | | | | 188,430 | |
Moss Creek Resources Holdings, Inc. 10.50%, 05/15/2027(a) | | | | | 48 | | | | 46,760 | |
Murphy Oil Corp. 6.125%, 12/01/2042(h) | | | | | 20 | | | | 17,138 | |
Nabors Industries Ltd. 7.25%, 01/15/2026(a) | | | | | 27 | | | | 25,464 | |
7.50%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | 37 | | | | 33,752 | |
Nabors Industries, Inc. 7.375%, 05/15/2027(a) | | | | | 47 | | | | 45,592 | |
New Fortress Energy, Inc. 6.75%, 09/15/2025(a) | | | | | 77 | | | | 73,483 | |
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NGL Energy Operating LLC/NGL Energy Finance Corp. 7.50%, 02/01/2026(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 64 | | | $ | 61,609 | |
NuStar Logistics LP 6.375%, 10/01/2030 | | | | | | | 17 | | | | 16,376 | |
PDC Energy, Inc. 5.75%, 05/15/2026 | | | | | | | 51 | | | | 49,616 | |
Southwestern Energy Co. 5.70%, 01/23/2025(h) | | | | | | | 32 | | | | 32,007 | |
8.375%, 09/15/2028 | | | | | | | 10 | | | | 10,464 | |
Summit Midstream Holdings LLC/Summit Midstream Finance Corp. 8.50%, 10/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 150 | | | | 144,657 | |
Sunoco LP/Sunoco Finance Corp. 5.875%, 03/15/2028 | | | | | | | 16 | | | | 15,701 | |
Tallgrass Energy Partners LP/Tallgrass Energy Finance Corp. 6.00%, 12/31/2030(a) | | | | | | | 14 | | | | 12,458 | |
6.00%, 09/01/2031(a) | | | | | | | 7 | | | | 6,252 | |
Venture Global Calcasieu Pass LLC 4.125%, 08/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 69 | | | | 61,142 | |
Weatherford International Ltd. 11.00%, 12/01/2024(a) | | | | | | | 2 | | | | 2,061 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 2,107,162 | |
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Other Industrial – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
American Builders & Contractors Supply Co., Inc. 4.00%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 42 | | | | 38,511 | |
Belden, Inc. 3.375%, 07/15/2031(a) | | | EUR | | | | 153 | | | | 141,748 | |
Ritchie Bros Holdings, Inc. 6.75%, 03/15/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 64 | | | | 66,225 | |
7.75%, 03/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 52 | | | | 55,249 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 301,733 | |
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Services – 5.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ADT Security Corp. (The) 4.125%, 08/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 156 | | | | 136,299 | |
Allied Universal Holdco LLC/Allied Universal Finance Corp. 9.75%, 07/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 51 | | | | 47,418 | |
Allied Universal Holdco LLC/Allied Universal Finance Corp./Atlas Luxco 4 SARL 4.625%, 06/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 400 | | | | 347,335 | |
4.875%, 06/01/2028(a) | | | GBP | | | | 100 | | | | 101,526 | |
ANGI Group LLC 3.875%, 08/15/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 194 | | | | 151,597 | |
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Aptim Corp. 7.75%, 06/15/2025(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 34 | | | $ | 27,061 | |
APX Group, Inc. 5.75%, 07/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 44 | | | | 39,335 | |
6.75%, 02/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 241 | | | | 241,306 | |
Aramark Services, Inc. 5.00%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 172 | | | | 163,607 | |
Block, Inc. 2.75%, 06/01/2026 | | | | | | | 118 | | | | 106,690 | |
3.50%, 06/01/2031 | | | | | | | 100 | | | | 81,460 | |
Elior Group SA 3.75%, 07/15/2026(a) | | | EUR | | | | 100 | | | | 95,937 | |
Garda World Security Corp. 4.625%, 02/15/2027(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 151 | | | | 138,770 | |
9.50%, 11/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 71 | | | | 68,054 | |
Millennium Escrow Corp. 6.625%, 08/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 134 | | | | 90,589 | |
Monitronics International, Inc. 0.00%, 04/01/2020(b)(c)(d)(e) | | | | | | | 14 | | | | – 0 | – |
MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC 5.50%, 09/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 193 | | | | 147,640 | |
5.75%, 11/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 312 | | | | 196,567 | |
Neptune Bidco US, Inc. 9.29%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 242 | | | | 227,782 | |
Prime Security Services Borrower LLC/Prime Finance, Inc. 3.375%, 08/31/2027(a) | | | | | | | 105 | | | | 94,117 | |
6.25%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 311 | | | | 291,416 | |
Q-Park Holding I BV 2.00%, 03/01/2027(a) | | | EUR | | | | 236 | | | | 221,815 | |
Sabre GLBL, Inc. 7.375%, 09/01/2025(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 101 | | | | 89,738 | |
9.25%, 04/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 65 | | | | 59,954 | |
11.25%, 12/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 110 | | | | 96,521 | |
Service Corp. International/US 3.375%, 08/15/2030 | | | | | | | 22 | | | | 18,746 | |
TripAdvisor, Inc. 7.00%, 07/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 27 | | | | 27,177 | |
Verscend Escrow Corp. 9.75%, 08/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 137 | | | | 138,125 | |
WASH Multifamily Acquisition, Inc. 5.75%, 04/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 17 | | | | 15,956 | |
ZipRecruiter, Inc. 5.00%, 01/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 305 | | | | 265,933 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 3,728,471 | |
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Technology – 2.7% | |
Ahead DB Holdings LLC 6.625%, 05/01/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 37 | | | $ | 30,901 | |
AthenaHealth Group, Inc. 6.50%, 02/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 42 | | | | 34,450 | |
Boxer Parent Co., Inc. 7.125%, 10/02/2025(a) | | | | | | | 44 | | | | 43,887 | |
CommScope, Inc. 4.75%, 09/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 22,592 | |
8.25%, 03/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 29 | | | | 22,469 | |
Elastic NV 4.125%, 07/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 17 | | | | 14,663 | |
Entegris Escrow Corp. 5.95%, 06/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 164 | | | | 155,803 | |
Gen Digital, Inc. 6.75%, 09/30/2027(a) | | | | | | | 194 | | | | 195,523 | |
GoTo Group, Inc. 5.50%, 09/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 148 | | | | 83,147 | |
Imola Merger Corp. 4.75%, 05/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 40 | | | | 34,641 | |
NCR Corp. 5.00%, 10/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 86 | | | | 75,038 | |
5.125%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 209 | | | | 180,808 | |
5.75%, 09/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 27 | | | | 26,426 | |
Playtika Holding Corp. 4.25%, 03/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 90 | | | | 77,115 | |
Presidio Holdings, Inc. 4.875%, 02/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 125 | | | | 118,386 | |
8.25%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 188,439 | |
Rackspace Technology Global, Inc. 3.50%, 02/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 341 | | | | 141,400 | |
5.375%, 12/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 109 | | | | 25,620 | |
Science Applications International Corp. 4.875%, 04/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 15 | | | | 14,166 | |
Seagate HDD Cayman 4.091%, 06/01/2029 | | | | | | | 117 | | | | 101,523 | |
Sensata Technologies, Inc. 3.75%, 02/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 102 | | | | 88,623 | |
Veritas US, Inc./Veritas Bermuda Ltd. 7.50%, 09/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 190 | | | | 143,800 | |
Virtusa Corp. 7.125%, 12/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 37 | | | | 29,826 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,849,246 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Transportation - Airlines – 0.8% | |
Air Canada 3.875%, 08/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 25 | | | | 23,139 | |
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Allegiant Travel Co. 7.25%, 08/15/2027(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 38 | | | $ | 37,646 | |
American Airlines, Inc./AAdvantage Loyalty IP Ltd. 5.50%, 04/20/2026(a) | | | | | | | 183 | | | | 179,579 | |
5.75%, 04/20/2029(a) | | | | | | | 161 | | | | 152,885 | |
Spirit Loyalty Cayman Ltd./Spirit IP Cayman Ltd. 8.00%, 09/20/2025(a) | | | | | | | 162 | | | | 163,408 | |
United Airlines, Inc. 4.625%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 22 | | | | 19,910 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 576,567 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Transportation - Services – 1.2% | |
Avis Budget Car Rental LLC/Avis Budget Finance, Inc. 4.75%, 04/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 151 | | | | 135,567 | |
5.375%, 03/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 157 | | | | 142,372 | |
5.75%, 07/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 22 | | | | 20,957 | |
Hertz Corp. (The) 4.625%, 12/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 183 | | | | 164,779 | |
5.00%, 12/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 196 | | | | 160,285 | |
Mundys SpA 1.875%, 02/12/2028(a) | | | EUR | | | | 153 | | | | 141,195 | |
PROG Holdings, Inc. 6.00%, 11/15/2029(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 32 | | | | 28,802 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 793,957 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 42,111,101 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Financial Institutions – 5.4% | |
Banking – 0.4% | |
Ally Financial, Inc. Series B 4.70%, 05/15/2026(l) | | | | | | | 164 | | | | 120,950 | |
Series C 4.70%, 05/15/2028(l) | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 19,670 | |
Bread Financial Holdings, Inc. 4.75%, 12/15/2024(a) | | | | | | | 103 | | | | 92,187 | |
7.00%, 01/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 22 | | | | 18,540 | |
Societe Generale SA 8.00%, 09/29/2025(a)(l) | | | | | | | 3 | | | | 2,805 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 254,152 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Brokerage – 0.2% | |
Advisor Group Holdings, Inc. 10.75%, 08/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 87 | | | | 86,866 | |
AG Issuer LLC 6.25%, 03/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 36 | | | | 33,545 | |
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Hightower Holding LLC 6.75%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 11 | | | $ | 9,540 | |
NFP Corp. 4.875%, 08/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 24 | | | | 21,862 | |
7.50%, 10/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 10 | | | | 9,828 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 161,641 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Finance – 2.3% | |
Aircastle Ltd. 5.25%, 06/15/2026(a)(l) | | | | | | | 31 | | | | 20,889 | |
Castlelake Aviation Finance DAC 5.00%, 04/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 98 | | | | 86,983 | |
CNG Holdings, Inc. 12.50%, 06/15/2024(a) | | | | | | | 32 | | | | 26,800 | |
Compass Group Diversified Holdings LLC 5.25%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 55 | | | | 49,620 | |
Curo Group Holdings Corp. 7.50%, 08/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 214 | | | | 85,087 | |
Enova International, Inc. 8.50%, 09/01/2024(a) | | | | | | | 13 | | | | 12,914 | |
8.50%, 09/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 131 | | | | 126,367 | |
goeasy Ltd. 5.375%, 12/01/2024(a) | | | | | | | 176 | | | | 167,104 | |
Jefferies Finance LLC/JFIN Co-Issuer Corp. 5.00%, 08/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 400 | | | | 337,597 | |
Navient Corp. 4.875%, 03/15/2028 | | | | | | | 80 | | | | 68,830 | |
5.625%, 08/01/2033 | | | | | | | 151 | | | | 113,770 | |
6.125%, 03/25/2024 | | | | | | | 115 | | | | 113,994 | |
7.25%, 09/25/2023 | | | | | | | 35 | | | | 35,081 | |
SLM Corp. 3.125%, 11/02/2026 | | | | | | | 89 | | | | 77,824 | |
4.20%, 10/29/2025 | | | | | | | 190 | | | | 175,567 | |
Synchrony Financial 7.25%, 02/02/2033 | | | | | | | 117 | | | | 107,429 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,605,856 | |
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Insurance – 0.1% | |
Acrisure LLC/Acrisure Finance, Inc. 4.25%, 02/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 12 | | | | 10,075 | |
6.00%, 08/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 19 | | | | 15,830 | |
10.125%, 08/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 40 | | | | 40,656 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 66,561 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other Finance – 0.6% | |
Armor Holdco, Inc. 8.50%, 11/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 151 | | | | 124,955 | |
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Coinbase Global, Inc. 3.375%, 10/01/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 54 | | | $ | 32,625 | |
3.625%, 10/01/2031(a) | | | | | | | 78 | | | | 43,457 | |
Intrum AB 3.50%, 07/15/2026(a) | | | EUR | | | | 100 | | | | 90,231 | |
Motion Finco SARL 7.00%, 05/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 132 | | | | 147,237 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 438,505 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
REITs – 1.8% | |
Aedas Homes Opco SLU 4.00%, 08/15/2026 | | | | | | | 111 | | | | 107,703 | |
Agps Bondco PLC 5.50%, 11/13/2026(a)(h) | | | | | | | 100 | | | | 42,461 | |
Brookfield Property REIT, Inc./BPR Cumulus LLC/BPR Nimbus LLC/GGSI Sellco LL 4.50%, 04/01/2027(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 137 | | | | 113,283 | |
5.75%, 05/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 2 | | | | 1,812 | |
Iron Mountain, Inc. 4.50%, 02/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 198 | | | | 172,391 | |
4.875%, 09/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 69 | | | | 63,066 | |
5.25%, 07/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 25 | | | | 23,046 | |
MPT Operating Partnership LP/MPT Finance Corp. 3.50%, 03/15/2031 | | | | | | | 314 | | | | 215,442 | |
4.625%, 08/01/2029 | | | | | | | 21 | | | | 15,901 | |
5.00%, 10/15/2027 | | | | | | | 122 | | | | 102,655 | |
Office Properties Income Trust 3.45%, 10/15/2031 | | | | | | | 45 | | | | 23,171 | |
Service Properties Trust 7.50%, 09/15/2025 | | | | | | | 247 | | | | 242,121 | |
Vivion Investments SARL 3.00%, 08/08/2024(a) | | | EUR | | | | 100 | | | | 80,419 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,203,471 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 3,730,186 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Utility – 0.9% | |
Electric – 0.9% | |
Calpine Corp. 4.50%, 02/15/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 100 | | | | 93,148 | |
5.125%, 03/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 96 | | | | 88,942 | |
NRG Energy, Inc. 3.875%, 02/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 205 | | | | 165,485 | |
10.25%, 03/15/2028(a)(l) | | | | | | | 47 | | | | 46,351 | |
Vistra Corp. 7.00%, 12/15/2026(a)(l) | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 25,157 | |
8.00%, 10/15/2026(a)(l) | | | | | | | 29 | | | | 27,358 | |
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Vistra Operations Co. LLC 4.375%, 05/01/2029(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 103 | | | $ | 92,175 | |
5.50%, 09/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 78 | | | | 76,561 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 615,177 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Natural Gas – 0.0% | |
AmeriGas Partners LP/AmeriGas Finance Corp. 5.75%, 05/20/2027 | | | | | | | 14 | | | | 13,295 | |
5.875%, 08/20/2026 | | | | | | | 11 | | | | 10,617 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 23,912 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 639,089 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Corporates - Non-Investment Grade (cost $50,985,202) | | | | | | | | | | | 46,480,376 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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CORPORATES - INVESTMENT GRADE – 16.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 8.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ArcelorMittal SA 7.00%, 10/15/2039(h) | | | | | | | 25 | | | | 26,405 | |
Arconic Corp. 6.00%, 05/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 19,987 | |
Celanese US Holdings LLC 6.05%, 03/15/2025 | | | | | | | 43 | | | | 43,170 | |
Freeport-McMoRan, Inc. 5.40%, 11/14/2034 | | | | | | | 99 | | | | 97,444 | |
Olin Corp. 5.625%, 08/01/2029 | | | | | | | 135 | | | | 131,612 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 318,618 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital Goods – 0.1% | |
General Electric Co. Series D 8.196% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.33%), 06/15/2023(k)(l) | | | | | | | 19 | | | | 19,127 | |
Howmet Aerospace, Inc. 5.90%, 02/01/2027 | | | | | | | 4 | | | | 4,094 | |
Regal Rexnord Corp. 6.30%, 02/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 27 | | | | 27,458 | |
6.40%, 04/15/2033(a) | | | | | | | 32 | | | | 32,602 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 83,281 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communications - Media – 0.6% | |
Directv Financing LLC/Directv Financing Co-Obligor, Inc. 5.875%, 08/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 314 | | | | 275,565 | |
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Discovery Communications LLC 4.125%, 05/15/2029 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 12 | | | $ | 11,105 | |
Warnermedia Holdings, Inc. 3.755%, 03/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 47 | | | | 44,319 | |
4.279%, 03/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 65 | | | | 57,774 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 388,763 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communications - Telecommunications – 0.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Hughes Satellite Systems Corp. 5.25%, 08/01/2026 | | | | | | | 21 | | | | 20,066 | |
Sprint Capital Corp. 8.75%, 03/15/2032 | | | | | | | 357 | | | | 436,681 | |
Sprint LLC 7.875%, 09/15/2023 | | | | | | | 73 | | | | 73,555 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 530,302 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 1.1% | |
General Motors Financial Co., Inc. 5.85%, 04/06/2030 | | | | | | | 170 | | | | 169,858 | |
Harley-Davidson Financial Services, Inc. 6.50%, 03/10/2028(a) | | | | | | | 275 | | | | 278,382 | |
Nissan Motor Acceptance Co. LLC 1.85%, 09/16/2026(a) | | | | | | | 14 | | | | 11,964 | |
2.75%, 03/09/2028(a) | | | | | | | 183 | | | | 152,228 | |
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. 4.81%, 09/17/2030(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 175,222 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 787,654 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Entertainment – 0.2% | |
Mattel, Inc. 3.375%, 04/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 78 | | | | 73,764 | |
5.875%, 12/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 66 | | | | 66,080 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 139,844 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.9% | |
International Game Technology PLC 4.125%, 04/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 192,680 | |
Las Vegas Sands Corp. 3.50%, 08/18/2026 | | | | | | | 10 | | | | 9,390 | |
MDC Holdings, Inc. 6.00%, 01/15/2043 | | | | | | | 86 | | | | 75,971 | |
Resorts World Las Vegas LLC/RWLV Capital, Inc. 4.625%, 04/16/2029(a) | | | | | | | 300 | | | | 241,928 | |
Toll Brothers Finance Corp. 4.875%, 03/15/2027 | | | | | | | 93 | | | | 91,073 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 611,042 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Retailers – 0.3% | |
Macy’s Retail Holdings LLC 4.50%, 12/15/2034 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 225 | | | $ | 160,893 | |
5.875%, 03/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 45 | | | | 39,926 | |
6.125%, 03/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 37 | | | | 32,386 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 233,205 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.7% | |
BAT Capital Corp. 7.75%, 10/19/2032 | | | | | | | 70 | | | | 77,542 | |
BAT International Finance PLC 4.448%, 03/16/2028 | | | | | | | 116 | | | | 111,310 | |
Charles River Laboratories International, Inc. 3.75%, 03/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 42 | | | | 37,019 | |
4.25%, 05/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 18,282 | |
Pilgrim’s Pride Corp. 3.50%, 03/01/2032 | | | | | | | 148 | | | | 119,307 | |
5.875%, 09/30/2027(a) | | | | | | | 136 | | | | 135,291 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 498,751 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Energy – 2.4% | |
Antero Resources Corp. 7.625%, 02/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 3 | | | | 3,072 | |
Apache Corp. 5.10%, 09/01/2040 | | | | | | | 326 | | | | 279,239 | |
Cenovus Energy, Inc. 5.40%, 06/15/2047 | | | | | | | 2 | | | | 1,861 | |
Continental Resources, Inc./OK 4.90%, 06/01/2044 | | | | | | | 16 | | | | 12,441 | |
5.75%, 01/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 27,288 | |
EnLink Midstream Partners LP 5.60%, 04/01/2044 | | | | | | | 14 | | | | 11,642 | |
EQT Corp. 3.90%, 10/01/2027 | | | | | | | 118 | | | | 111,597 | |
Hess Corp. 7.30%, 08/15/2031 | | | | | | | 36 | | | | 40,472 | |
Marathon Oil Corp. 6.80%, 03/15/2032 | | | | | | | 34 | | | | 36,176 | |
Occidental Petroleum Corp. 5.50%, 12/01/2025 | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 28,081 | |
5.55%, 03/15/2026 | | | | | | | 272 | | | | 274,255 | |
6.125%, 01/01/2031 | | | | | | | 46 | | | | 48,151 | |
6.20%, 03/15/2040 | | | | | | | 69 | | | | 70,968 | |
8.50%, 07/15/2027 | | | | | | | 42 | | | | 46,240 | |
8.875%, 07/15/2030 | | | | | | | 42 | | | | 49,329 | |
Var Energi ASA 7.50%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 211,073 | |
8.00%, 11/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 216,853 | |
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| |
Western Midstream Operating LP 3.95%, 06/01/2025 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 26 | | | $ | 25,058 | |
4.30%, 02/01/2030(h) | | | | | | | 49 | | | | 44,868 | |
4.65%, 07/01/2026 | | | | | | | 41 | | | | 39,917 | |
4.75%, 08/15/2028 | | | | | | | 12 | | | | 11,550 | |
5.45%, 04/01/2044 | | | | | | | 26 | | | | 22,611 | |
5.50%, 02/01/2050(h) | | | | | | | 84 | | | | 71,410 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,684,152 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Technology – 0.2% | |
HP, Inc. 5.50%, 01/15/2033 | | | | | | | 91 | | | | 90,279 | |
MSCI, Inc. 4.00%, 11/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 25 | | | | 22,535 | |
Western Digital Corp. 2.85%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | | | 14 | | | | 11,069 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 123,883 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Transportation - Airlines – 0.3% | |
Delta Air Lines, Inc./SkyMiles IP Ltd. 4.75%, 10/20/2028(a) | | | | | | | 45 | | | | 43,537 | |
Mileage Plus Holdings LLC/Mileage Plus Intellectual Property Assets Ltd. 6.50%, 06/20/2027(a) | | | | | | | 199 | | | | 198,838 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 242,375 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Transportation - Services – 0.3% | |
AerCap Global Aviation Trust 6.50%, 06/15/2045(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 188,100 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 5,829,970 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Financial Institutions – 7.6% | |
Banking – 6.6% | |
AIB Group PLC 7.583%, 10/14/2026(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 206,274 | |
Ally Financial, Inc. 6.70%, 02/14/2033 | | | | | | | 66 | | | | 59,417 | |
8.00%, 11/01/2031 | | | | | | | 44 | | | | 46,438 | |
Bank of Ireland Group PLC 6.253%, 09/16/2026(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 199,592 | |
Barclays PLC 6.125%, 12/15/2025(l) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 172,310 | |
BNP Paribas SA 4.625%, 02/25/2031(a)(l) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 142,685 | |
Citigroup, Inc. Series W 4.00%, 12/10/2025(l) | | | | | | | 18 | | | | 15,710 | |
Series Y 4.15%, 11/15/2026(l) | | | | | | | 46 | | | | 38,006 | |
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Credit Suisse Group AG 6.373%, 07/15/2026(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 250 | | | $ | 243,774 | |
Deutsche Bank AG/New York NY 6.72%, 01/18/2029 | | | | | | | 160 | | | | 162,535 | |
7.079%, 02/10/2034 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 186,393 | |
Discover Financial Services 6.70%, 11/29/2032 | | | | | | | 58 | | | | 61,359 | |
First-Citizens Bank & Trust Co. 3.929%, 06/19/2024 | | | | | | | 37 | | | | 36,482 | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The) 3.102%, 02/24/2033 | | | | | | | 15 | | | | 12,914 | |
Series P 7.733% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.87%), 05/30/2023(k)(l) | | | | | | | 40 | | | | 38,748 | |
HSBC Holdings PLC 4.762%, 03/29/2033 | | | | | | | 203 | | | | 186,665 | |
7.336%, 11/03/2026 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 209,741 | |
8.113%, 11/03/2033 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 225,028 | |
Intesa Sanpaolo SpA 7.00%, 11/21/2025(a) | | | | | | | 350 | | | | 357,476 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. 4.912%, 07/25/2033 | | | | | | | 24 | | | | 23,897 | |
Lloyds Banking Group PLC 6.00%, 06/07/2032(l) | | | GBP | | | | 8 | | | | 9,256 | |
7.50%, 06/27/2024(l) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 201 | | | | 192,984 | |
7.953%, 11/15/2033 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 222,978 | |
NatWest Group PLC 7.472%, 11/10/2026 | | | | | | | 205 | | | | 213,805 | |
Santander Holdings USA, Inc. 6.499%, 03/09/2029 | | | | | | | 184 | | | | 184,902 | |
Santander UK Group Holdings PLC 6.833%, 11/21/2026 | | | | | | | 353 | | | | 359,510 | |
Standard Chartered PLC 7.776%, 11/16/2025(a) | | | | | | | 273 | | | | 280,840 | |
State Street Corp. 4.821%, 01/26/2034 | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 19,936 | |
Truist Financial Corp. 1.95%, 06/05/2030 | | | | | | | 18 | | | | 14,501 | |
5.122%, 01/26/2034 | | | | | | | 85 | | | | 82,405 | |
UniCredit SpA 1.982%, 06/03/2027(a) | | | | | | | 230 | | | | 203,623 | |
US Bancorp 4.839%, 02/01/2034 | | | | | | | 55 | | | | 52,626 | |
Wells Fargo & Co. Series BB 3.90%, 03/15/2026(l) | | | | | | | 111 | | | | 96,678 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 4,559,488 | |
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Brokerage – 0.0% | |
Charles Schwab Corp. (The) Series G 5.375%, 06/01/2025(l) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 20 | | | $ | 19,101 | |
LPL Holdings, Inc. 4.00%, 03/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 12 | | | | 10,775 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 29,876 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Finance – 0.6% | |
Air Lease Corp. Series B 4.65%, 06/15/2026(l) | | | | | | | 50 | | | | 41,576 | |
Aircastle Ltd. 2.85%, 01/26/2028(a) | | | | | | | 2 | | | | 1,740 | |
5.25%, 08/11/2025(a) | | | | | | | 148 | | | | 145,130 | |
Aviation Capital Group LLC 1.95%, 01/30/2026(a) | | | | | | | 2 | | | | 1,791 | |
1.95%, 09/20/2026(a) | | | | | | | 147 | | | | 128,314 | |
3.50%, 11/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 18 | | | | 16,268 | |
4.125%, 08/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 16 | | | | 15,281 | |
4.375%, 01/30/2024(a) | | | | | | | 36 | | | | 35,386 | |
4.875%, 10/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 6 | | | | 5,811 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 391,297 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Insurance – 0.2% | |
ACE Capital Trust II 9.70%, 04/01/2030 | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 23,896 | |
Liberty Mutual Group, Inc. 7.80%, 03/15/2037(a) | | | | | | | 55 | | | | 57,721 | |
Prudential Financial, Inc. 5.20%, 03/15/2044 | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 19,173 | |
5.625%, 06/15/2043 | | | | | | | 49 | | | | 48,914 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 149,704 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
REITs – 0.2% | |
VICI Properties LP/VICI Note Co., Inc. 5.625%, 05/01/2024(a) | | | | | | | 93 | | | | 92,519 | |
5.75%, 02/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 59 | | | | 58,569 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 151,088 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 5,281,453 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Utility – 0.4% | |
Electric – 0.4% | |
Enel Finance International NV 7.50%, 10/14/2032(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 223,799 | |
NRG Energy, Inc. 7.00%, 03/15/2033(a) | | | | | | | 55 | | | | 57,064 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 280,863 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Corporates - Investment Grade (cost $11,342,505) | | | | | | | | | | | 11,392,286 | |
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GOVERNMENTS - TREASURIES – 4.1% | |
United States – 4.1% | |
U.S. Treasury Notes 2.625%, 05/31/2027 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,526 | | | $ | 1,467,344 | |
3.875%, 09/30/2029 | | | | | | | 1,380 | | | | 1,405,977 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Total Governments - Treasuries (cost $2,836,375) | | | | | | | | | | | 2,873,321 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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EMERGING MARKETS - CORPORATE BONDS – 2.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 2.0% | |
Basic – 0.1% | |
Eldorado Gold Corp. 6.25%, 09/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 91 | | | | 84,630 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Communications - Telecommunications – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Sable International Finance Ltd. 5.75%, 09/07/2027(a) | | | | | | | 180 | | | | 169,562 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 1.0% | |
Allwyn Entertainment Financing UK PLC 6.779% (EURIBOR 3 Month + 4.12%), 02/15/2028(k) | | | EUR | | | | 113 | | | | 123,761 | |
Melco Resorts Finance Ltd. 5.375%, 12/04/2029(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 236 | | | | 195,261 | |
MGM China Holdings Ltd. 4.75%, 02/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 221 | | | | 199,908 | |
Studio City Co., Ltd. 7.00%, 02/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 189,600 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 708,530 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Retailers – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
K201640219 South Africa Ltd. Zero Coupon, 06/25/2023(b)(c)(e) | | | ZAR | | | | 1 | | | | – 0 | – |
K2016470219 South Africa Ltd. 3.00%, 12/31/2023(e)(g) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1 | | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Teva Pharmaceutical Finance Netherlands III BV 7.875%, 09/15/2029 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 209,450 | |
Tonon Luxembourg SA 6.50%, 10/31/2024(c)(e)(g)(j) | | | | | | | 2 | | | | – 0 | – |
Virgolino de Oliveira Finance SA 10.50%, 01/28/2018(b)(c)(d)(e)(g) | | | | | | | 96 | | | | 10 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 209,460 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Technology – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CA Magnum Holdings 5.375%, 10/31/2026(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 200 | | | $ | 175,350 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,347,532 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Utility – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Terraform Global Operating LP 6.125%, 03/01/2026(g) | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 26,843 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Total Emerging Markets - Corporate Bonds (cost $1,548,684) | | | | | | | | | | | 1,374,375 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
BANK LOANS – 1.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 1.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital Goods – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ACProducts Holdings, Inc. 9.409% (LIBOR 3 Month + 4.25%), 05/17/2028(m) | | | | | | | 97 | | | | 76,864 | |
Apex Tool Group, LLC 10.240% (SOFR 1 Month + 5.25%), 02/08/2029(m) | | | | | | | 45 | | | | 39,044 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 115,908 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communications - Media – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advantage Sales & Marketing, Inc. 9.719% (LIBOR 3 Month + 4.50%), 10/28/2027(m) | | | | | | | 37 | | | | 31,591 | |
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. 8.597% (SOFR 1 Month + 3.50%), 08/21/2026(c)(m) | | | | | | | 0 | ** | | | 28 | |
8.750% (SOFR 3 Month + 3.50%), 08/21/2026(m) | | | | | | | 12 | | | | 10,867 | |
iHeartCommunications, Inc. (fka Clear Channel Communications, Inc.) 8.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.00%), 05/01/2026(m) | | | | | | | 18 | | | | 15,280 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 57,766 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communications - Telecommunications – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Crown Subsea Communications Holding, Inc. 9.668% (SOFR 1 Month + 4.75%), 04/27/2027(b)(m) | | | | | | | 56 | | | | 55,535 | |
DIRECTV Financing, LLC 10.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.00%), 08/02/2027(m) | | | | | | | 52 | | | | 49,743 | |
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Proofpoint, Inc. 11.275% (LIBOR 1 Month + 6.25%), 08/31/2029(m) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 120 | | | $ | 113,750 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 219,028 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Gainwell Acquisition Corp. 8.998% (SOFR 3 Month + 4.00%), 10/01/2027(m) | | | | | | | 39 | | | | 37,610 | |
LifePoint Health, Inc. (fka Regionalcare Hospital Partners Holdings, Inc.) 9.023% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.75%), 11/16/2025(m) | | | | | | | 27 | | | | 25,677 | |
US Radiology Specialists, Inc. (US Outpatient Imaging Services, Inc.) 10.332% (SOFR 1 Month + 5.25%), 12/15/2027(m) | | | | | | | 88 | | | | 81,262 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 144,549 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other Industrial – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
American Tire Distributors, Inc. 11.488% (SOFR 3 Month + 6.25%), 10/20/2028(m) | | | | | | | 82 | | | | 68,943 | |
FCG Acquisitions, Inc. 11.909% (LIBOR 3 Month + 6.75%), 03/30/2029(m) | | | | | | | 30 | | | | 28,150 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 97,093 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Verscend Holding Corp. 9.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 08/27/2025(m) | | | | | | | 26 | | | | 25,670 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Technology – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ascend Learning, LLC 10.832% (SOFR 1 Month + 5.75%), 12/10/2029(m) | | | | | | | 50 | | | | 43,313 | |
Banff Guarantor, Inc. 10.525% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.50%), 02/27/2026(m) | | | | | | | 50 | | | | 48,229 | |
Boxer Parent Company, Inc. 8.775% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.75%), 10/02/2025(m) | | | | | | | 57 | | | | 56,192 | |
FINThrive Software Intermediate Holdings, Inc. 11.775% (LIBOR 1 Month + 6.75%), 12/17/2029(m) | | | | | | | 50 | | | | 35,063 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Loyalty Ventures, Inc. 11.500% (PRIME 3 Month + 3.50%), 11/03/2027(c)(j)(m) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 122 | | | $ | 11,498 | |
Veritas US, Inc. 10.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.00%), 09/01/2025(m) | | | | | | | 82 | | | | 63,193 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 257,488 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 917,502 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Financial Institutions – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Insurance – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Asurion, LLC 9.332% (SOFR 1 Month + 4.25%), 08/19/2028(m) | | | | | | | 160 | | | | 148,480 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Total Bank Loans (cost $1,272,337) | | | | | | | | | | | 1,065,982 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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COMMON STOCKS – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Energy – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Energy Equipment & Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BIS Industries Holdings Ltd.(b)(c)(e) | | | | | | | 21,027 | | | | – 0 | – |
CHC Group LLC(c) | | | | | | | 468 | | | | 1 | |
Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc.(c) | | | | | | | 1,142 | | | | 13,121 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 13,122 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Berry Corp. | | | | | | | 2,975 | | | | 22,729 | |
Civitas Resources, Inc. | | | | | | | 523 | | | | 36,113 | |
Denbury, Inc.(c) | | | | | | | 339 | | | | 31,656 | |
Edcon Ltd.(b)(c)(e) | | | | | | | 8,218 | | | | – 0 | – |
Global Partners LP/MA | | | | | | | 1,004 | | | | 30,923 | |
SandRidge Energy, Inc.(c) | | | | | | | 5 | | | | 71 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 121,492 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 134,614 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Staples – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Household Products – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Southeastern Grocers, Inc.(b)(c)(e) | | | | | | | 3,584 | | | | 81,984 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Consumer Discretionary – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Broadline Retail – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ATD New Holdings, Inc.(b)(c) | | | | | | | 1,009 | | | | 54,486 | |
K201640219 South Africa Ltd. A Shares(b)(c)(e) | | | | | | | 191,574 | | | | – 0 | – |
K201640219 South Africa Ltd. B Shares(b)(c)(e) | | | | | | | 30,276 | | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 54,486 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Company | | | | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Diversified Consumer Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Monitronics International, Inc.(c) | | | | | | | 262 | | | $ | 13 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Caesars Entertainment, Inc.(c) | | | | | | | 151 | | | | 6,839 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 61,338 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Intelsat Emergence SA(b)(c) | | | | | | | 1,932 | | | | 47,939 | |
Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA(b)(c)(e) | | | | | | | 402 | | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 47,939 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Media – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
DISH Network Corp. – Class A(c) | | | | | | | 100 | | | | 751 | |
iHeartMedia, Inc. – Class A(c) | | | | | | | 1,045 | | | | 3,626 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 4,377 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 52,316 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrials – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electrical Equipment – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Exide Corp.(b)(c)(e) | | | | | | | 7 | | | | 2,800 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Health Care – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Pharmaceuticals – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Mallinckrodt PLC(c) | | | | | | | 91 | | | | 531 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Materials – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Containers & Packaging – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Westrock Co. | | | | | | | 6 | | | | 180 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Total Common Stocks (cost $546,387) | | | | | | | | | | | 333,763 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
PREFERRED STOCKS – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Exide International Holdings LP 0.00%(b)(e)(g) | | | | | | | 39 | | | | 32,175 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Energy – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Gulfport Energy Corp. 10.00%(b) | | | | | | | 4 | | | | 24,000 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Household Durables – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc. 7.625% | | | | | | | 490 | | | | 8,678 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 64,853 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Company | | | | | Shares | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Industrials – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial Conglomerates – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
WESCO International, Inc. Series A 10.625% | | | | | | | 1,425 | | | $ | 38,760 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Financials – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital Markets – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ladenburg Thalmann Financial Services, Inc. Series A 8.00% | | | | | | | 2,175 | | | | 30,972 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Total Preferred Stocks (cost $93,585) | �� | | | | | | | | | | 134,585 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
RIGHTS – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Vistra Energy Corp., expiring 12/31/2049(b) (cost $0) | | | | | | | 3,442 | | | | 4,045 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | | |
COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITY – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-Agency Fixed Rate CMBS – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
GS Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2014-GC18, Class D 5.223%, 01/10/2047(a) (cost $11,490) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 12 | | | | 3,818 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
| | | | | Shares | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS – 6.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investment Companies – 6.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AB Fixed Income Shares, Inc. – Government Money Market Portfolio – Class AB, 4.74%(n)(o)(p) (cost $4,697,099) | | | | | | | 4,697,099 | | | | 4,697,099 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Total Investments – 98.6% (cost $73,333,664) | | | | | | | | | | | 68,359,650 | |
Other assets less liabilities – 1.4% | | | | | | | | | | | 945,554 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Net Assets – 100.0% | | | | | | | | | | $ | 69,305,204 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
FORWARD CURRENCY EXCHANGE CONTRACTS (see Note D)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Counterparty | | Contracts to Deliver (000) | | | In Exchange For (000) | | | Settlement Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Bank of America, NA | | | EUR | | | | 6,020 | | | | USD | | | | 6,408 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | $ | (229,674 | ) |
Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. | | | EUR | | | | 2 | | | | USD | | | | 2 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | (83 | ) |
Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. | | | USD | | | | 2,892 | | | | EUR | | | | 2,663 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 43,802 | |
Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. | | | GBP | | | | 200 | | | | USD | | | | 246 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | (5,367 | ) |
Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. | | | MXN | | | | 1,136 | | | | USD | | | | 60 | | | | 05/25/2023 | | | | (2,988 | ) |
Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. | | | USD | | | | 86 | | | | MXN | | | | 1,573 | | | | 05/25/2023 | | | | 1,082 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD | | | | 650 | | | | EUR | | | | 609 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 21,857 | |
Royal Bank of Scotland PLC | | | USD | | | | 570 | | | | EUR | | | | 536 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 20,468 | |
Standard Chartered Bank | | | USD | | | | 622 | | | | EUR | | | | 581 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 18,912 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | $ | (131,991 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CENTRALLY CLEARED CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Description | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Sale Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CDX-NAHY Series 40, 5 Year Index, 06/20/2028* | | | 5.00 | % | | | Quarterly | | | | 4.65 | % | | | USD 1,860 | | | $ | 36,646 | | | $ | 15,050 | | | $ | 21,596 | |
CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Swap Counterparty & Referenced Obligation | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Buy Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Goldman Sachs International | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | (3.00 | )% | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | % | | USD | 110 | | | $ | 22,678 | | | $ | 10,109 | | | $ | 12,569 | |
Sale Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Deutsche Bank AG | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 43 | | | | (8,866 | ) | | | (2,639 | ) | | | (6,227 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 144 | | | | (29,789 | ) | | | (9,104 | ) | | | (20,685 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (15,977 | ) | | $ | (1,634 | ) | | $ | (14,343 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
TOTAL RETURN SWAPS (see Note D)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Counterparty & Referenced Obligation | | Rate Paid/ Received | | | Payment Frequency | | | Current Notional (000) | | | Maturity Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Receive Total Return on Reference Obligation | |
Goldman Sachs International | |
Markit iBoxx USD Contingent Convertible Liquid Developed Market AT1 | |
| 1 Day SOFR | | | | Maturity | | | | USD 501 | | | | 06/20/2023 | | | $ | (82,440 | ) |
|
Pay Total Return on Reference Obligation | |
Goldman Sachs International | |
Markit iBoxx USD Contingent Convertible Liquid Developed Market AT1 | |
| 1 Day SOFR | | | | Maturity | | | | USD 592 | | | | 06/20/2023 | | | | (8,042 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (90,482 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
** | Principal amount less than 500. |
(a) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities are considered restricted, but liquid and may be resold in transactions exempt from registration. At April 30, 2023, the aggregate market value of these securities amounted to $45,409,630 or 65.5% of net assets. |
(b) | Security in which significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) were used in determining fair value. |
(c) | Non-income producing security. |
(d) | Defaulted matured security. |
(e) | Fair valued by the Adviser. |
(f) | Pay-In-Kind Payments (PIK). The issuer may pay cash interest and/or interest in additional debt securities. Rates shown are the rates in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(g) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities, which represent 0.09% of net assets as of April 30, 2023, are considered illiquid and restricted. Additional information regarding such securities follows: |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
144A/Restricted & Illiquid Securities | | Acquisition Date | | | Cost | | | Market Value | | | Percentage of Net Assets | |
Exide International Holdings LP | | | 11/05/2020 | | | $ | 29,328 | | | $ | 32,175 | | | | 0.05 | % |
Exide Technologies (Exchange Priority) 11.00%, 10/31/2024 | | | 10/29/2020 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 0.00 | % |
Exide Technologies (First Lien) 11.00%, 10/31/2024 | | | 10/29/2020 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 0.00 | % |
Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA 8.50%, 10/15/2024 | |
| 09/05/2018 -
04/17/2019 |
| | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 0.00 | % |
K2016470219 South Africa Ltd. 3.00%, 12/31/2023 | |
| 03/13/2015 -
06/30/2021 |
| | | 51 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 0.00 | % |
Magnetation LLC/Mag Finance Corp. 11.00%, 05/15/2018 | | | 02/19/2015 | | | | 36,767 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 0.00 | % |
Terraform Global Operating LP 6.125%, 03/01/2026 | |
| 02/08/2018 -
06/04/2019 |
| | | 28,019 | | | | 26,843 | | | | 0.04 | % |
Tonon Luxembourg SA 6.50%, 10/31/2024 | |
| 05/03/2019 -
10/31/2020 |
| | | 4,111 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 0.00 | % |
Virgolino de Oliveira Finance SA 10.50%, 01/28/2018 | | | 02/13/2013 | | | | 96,161 | | | | 10 | | | | 0.00 | % |
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(h) | Coupon rate adjusts periodically based upon a predetermined schedule. Stated interest rate in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(k) | Floating Rate Security. Stated interest/floor/ceiling rate was in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(l) | Securities are perpetual and, thus, do not have a predetermined maturity date. The date shown, if applicable, reflects the next call date. |
(m) | The stated coupon rate represents the greater of the LIBOR or an alternate base rate such as the SOFR/PRIME or the LIBOR/SOFR/PRIME floor rate plus spread at April 30, 2023. |
(n) | Affiliated investments. |
(o) | The rate shown represents the 7-day yield as of period end. |
(p) | To obtain a copy of the fund’s shareholder report, please go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227-4618. |
Currency Abbreviations:
EUR – Euro
GBP – Great British Pound
MXN – Mexican Peso
USD – United States Dollar
ZAR – South African Rand
Glossary:
CDX-CMBX.NA – North American Commercial Mortgage-Backed Index
CDX-NAHY – North American High Yield Credit Default Swap Index
CMBS – Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities
EURIBOR – Euro Interbank Offered Rate
LIBOR – London Interbank Offered Rate
REIT – Real Estate Investment Trust
SOFR – Secured Overnight Financing Rate
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
| | | | |
Assets | | | | |
Investments in securities, at value | | | | |
Unaffiliated issuers (cost $68,636,565) | | $ | 63,662,551 | |
Affiliated issuers (cost $4,697,099) | | | 4,697,099 | |
Cash | | | 8,662 | |
Cash collateral due from broker | | | 185,361 | |
Foreign currencies, at value (cost $1,863) | | | 1,859 | |
Unaffiliated interest receivable | | | 1,024,292 | |
Receivable for investment securities sold | | | 212,843 | |
Unrealized appreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 106,121 | |
Receivable for capital stock sold | | | 70,798 | |
Market value of credit default swaps (net premiums paid $10,109) | | | 22,678 | |
Affiliated dividends receivable | | | 9,979 | |
Receivable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 4,720 | |
Receivable from Adviser | | | 3,656 | |
| | | | |
Total assets | | | 70,010,619 | |
| | | | |
Liabilities | | | | |
Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 238,112 | |
Unrealized depreciation on total return swaps | | | 90,482 | |
Payable for capital stock redeemed | | | 88,754 | |
Dividends payable | | | 82,671 | |
Audit and tax fee payable | | | 65,450 | |
Custody and accounting fees payable | | | 40,974 | |
Market value of credit default swaps (net premiums received $11,743) | | | 38,655 | |
Payable for investment securities purchased | | | 19,439 | |
Payable for capital gains taxes | | | 4,029 | |
Transfer Agent fee payable | | | 3,441 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 33,408 | |
| | | | |
Total liabilities | | | 705,415 | |
| | | | |
Net Assets | | $ | 69,305,204 | |
| | | | |
Composition of Net Assets | | | | |
Capital stock, at par | | $ | 8,296 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 88,525,796 | |
Accumulated loss | | | (19,228,888 | ) |
| | | | |
| | $ | 69,305,204 | |
| | | | |
Net Asset Value Per Share—33 billion shares of capital stock authorized, $.001 par value
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Class | | Net Assets | | | Shares Outstanding | | | Net Asset Value | |
| |
Advisor | | $ | 69,305,204 | | | | 8,295,860 | | | $ | 8.35 | |
| |
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
| | | | | | | | |
Investment Income | | | | | | | | |
Interest (net of foreign taxes withheld of $7,493) | | $ | 2,195,849 | | | | | |
Dividends | | | | | | | | |
Affiliated issuers | | | 78,754 | | | | | |
Unaffiliated issuers | | | 12,003 | | | $ | 2,286,606 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Expenses | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fee (see Note B) | | | 150,251 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class A | | | 560 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Advisor Class | | | 36,694 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class Z | | | 5 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class A | | | 618 | | | | | |
Audit and tax | | | 69,347 | | | | | |
Custody and accounting | | | 57,167 | | | | | |
Administrative | | | 43,420 | | | | | |
Printing | | | 24,914 | | | | | |
Registration fees | | | 23,510 | | | | | |
Legal | | | 16,929 | | | | | |
Directors’ fees | | | 8,523 | | | | | |
Miscellaneous | | | 5,009 | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total expenses | | | 436,947 | | | | | |
Less: expenses waived and reimbursed by the Adviser (see Note B) | | | (236,755 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net expenses | | | | | | | 200,192 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | | | | | 2,086,414 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investment and Foreign Currency Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net realized loss on: | | | | | | | | |
Investment transactions | | | | | | | (1,826,455 | ) |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | (642,904 | ) |
Futures | | | | | | | (155,898 | ) |
Swaps | | | | | | | (120,919 | ) |
Foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | (68,905 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | | | | | |
Investments | | | | | | | 4,463,804 | |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | 31,759 | |
Futures | | | | | | | 242,839 | |
Swaps | | | | | | | 6,268 | |
Foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | | | | | 3,149 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net gain on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | 1,932,738 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net Increase in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | $ | 4,019,152 | |
| | | | | | | | |
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | $ | 2,086,414 | | | $ | 3,122,505 | |
Net realized loss on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | (2,815,081 | ) | | | (624,732 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments and foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | 4,747,819 | | | | (10,903,207 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations | | | 4,019,152 | | | | (8,405,434 | ) |
Distributions to Shareholders | | | | | | | | |
Class A | | | (40,418 | ) | | | (48,807 | ) |
Advisor Class | | | (2,846,357 | ) | | | (3,658,061 | ) |
Class Z | | | (2,010 | ) | | | (4,016 | ) |
Capital Stock Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (122,993 | ) | | | 16,588,915 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total increase | | | 1,007,374 | | | | 4,472,597 | |
Net Assets | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 68,297,830 | | | | 63,825,233 | |
| | | | | | | | |
End of period | | $ | 69,305,204 | | | $ | 68,297,830 | |
| | | | | | | | |
See notes to financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
NOTE A
Significant Accounting Policies
AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 as an open-end management investment company. The Company, which is a Maryland corporation, operates as a series company comprised of 10 portfolios currently in operation. Each portfolio is considered to be a separate entity for financial reporting and tax purposes. This report relates only to the AB High Yield Portfolio (the “Fund”), a diversified portfolio. At a meeting held on January 31, 2023 to February 1, 2023, the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) approved the conversion of Class A and Class Z shares of the Fund to Advisor Class shares of the Fund on a relative net assets basis. The conversion was effective on April 14, 2023. The Fund has authorized the issuance of Class A, Class B, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I, Class Z, Class T, Class 1 and Class 2 shares. Class B, Class T, Class 1 and Class 2 shares have not been issued, and no shares of Class A, Class C, Class R, Class K, Class I or Class Z were outstanding as of April 30, 2023. Advisor Class shares are sold without an initial or contingent deferred sales charge and are not subject to ongoing distribution expenses. All 11 classes of shares have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights, except that the classes bear different distribution and transfer agency expenses. Each class has exclusive voting rights with respect to its distribution plan. The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The Fund is an investment company under U.S. GAAP and follows the accounting and reporting guidance applicable to investment companies. The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund.
1. Security Valuation
Portfolio securities are valued at market value determined on the basis of market quotations or, if market quotations are not readily available or are unreliable, at “fair value” as determined in accordance with procedures approved by and under the oversight of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Pursuant to these procedures, AllianceBernstein L.P. (the “Adviser”) serves as the Company’s valuation designee pursuant to Rule 2a-5 of the 1940 Act. In this capacity, the Adviser is responsible, among other things, for making all fair value determinations relating to the Company’s portfolio investments, subject to the Board’s oversight.
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In general, the market values of securities which are readily available and deemed reliable are determined as follows: securities listed on a national securities exchange (other than securities listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market, Inc. (“NASDAQ”)) or on a foreign securities exchange are valued at the last sale price at the close of the exchange or foreign securities exchange. If there has been no sale on such day, the securities are valued at the last traded price from the previous day. Securities listed on more than one exchange are valued by reference to the principal exchange on which the securities are traded; securities listed only on NASDAQ are valued in accordance with the NASDAQ Official Closing Price; listed or over the counter (“OTC”) market put or call options are valued at the mid level between the current bid and ask prices. If either a current bid or current ask price is unavailable, the Adviser will have discretion to determine the best valuation (e.g., last trade price in the case of listed options); open futures are valued using the closing settlement price or, in the absence of such a price, the most recent quoted bid price. If there are no quotations available for the day of valuation, the last available closing settlement price is used; U.S. Government securities and any other debt instruments having 60 days or less remaining until maturity are generally valued at market by an independent pricing vendor, if a market price is available. If a market price is not available, the securities are valued at amortized cost. This methodology is commonly used for short term securities that have an original maturity of 60 days or less, as well as short term securities that had an original term to maturity that exceeded 60 days. In instances when amortized cost is utilized, the Valuation Committee (the “Committee”) must reasonably conclude that the utilization of amortized cost is approximately the same as the fair value of the security. Factors the Committee will consider include, but are not limited to, an impairment of the creditworthiness of the issuer or material changes in interest rates. Fixed-income securities, including mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, may be valued on the basis of prices provided by a pricing service or at a price obtained from one or more of the major broker-dealers. In cases where broker-dealer quotes are obtained, the Adviser may establish procedures whereby changes in market yields or spreads are used to adjust, on a daily basis, a recently obtained quoted price on a security. Swaps and other derivatives are valued daily, primarily using independent pricing services, independent pricing models using market inputs, as well as third party broker-dealers or counterparties. Open-end mutual funds are valued at the closing net asset value per share, while exchange traded funds are valued at the closing market price per share.
Securities for which market quotations are not readily available (including restricted securities) or are deemed unreliable are valued at fair value as deemed appropriate by the Adviser. Factors considered in making this determination may include, but are not limited to, information obtained by
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contacting the issuer, analysts, analysis of the issuer’s financial statements or other available documents. In addition, the Fund may use fair value pricing for securities primarily traded in non-U.S. markets because most foreign markets close well before the Fund values its securities at 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time. The earlier close of these foreign markets gives rise to the possibility that significant events, including broad market moves, may have occurred in the interim and may materially affect the value of those securities. To account for this, the Fund generally values many of its foreign equity securities using fair value prices based on third party vendor modeling tools to the extent available.
2. Fair Value Measurements
In accordance with U.S. GAAP regarding fair value measurements, fair value is defined as the price that the Fund would receive to sell an asset or pay to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. U.S. GAAP establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and a three-level hierarchy for fair value measurements based upon the transparency of inputs to the valuation of an asset or liability (including those valued based on their market values as described in Note A.1 above). Inputs may be observable or unobservable and refer broadly to the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. Observable inputs reflect the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on market data obtained from sources independent of the Fund. Unobservable inputs reflect the Fund’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on the best information available in the circumstances. Each investment is assigned a level based upon the observability of the inputs which are significant to the overall valuation. The three-tier hierarchy of inputs is summarized below.
| • | | Level 1—quoted prices in active markets for identical investments |
| • | | Level 2—other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar investments, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.) |
| • | | Level 3—significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments) |
The fair value of debt instruments, such as bonds, and over-the-counter derivatives is generally based on market price quotations, recently executed market transactions (where observable) or industry recognized modeling techniques and are generally classified as Level 2. Pricing vendor inputs to Level 2 valuations may include quoted prices for similar investments in active markets, interest rate curves, coupon rates, currency rates, yield curves, option adjusted spreads, default rates, credit spreads and
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other unique security features in order to estimate the relevant cash flows which are then discounted to calculate fair values. If these inputs are unobservable and significant to the fair value, these investments will be classified as Level 3.
Where readily available market prices or relevant bid prices are not available for certain equity investments, such investments may be valued based on similar publicly traded investments, movements in relevant indices since last available prices or based upon underlying company fundamentals and comparable company data (such as multiples to earnings or other multiples to equity). Where an investment is valued using an observable input, such as another publicly traded security, the investment will be classified as Level 2. If management determines that an adjustment is appropriate based on restrictions on resale, illiquidity or uncertainty, and such adjustment is a significant component of the valuation, the investment will be classified as Level 3. An investment will also be classified as Level 3 where management uses company fundamentals and other significant inputs to determine the valuation.
Valuations of mortgage-backed or other asset-backed securities, by pricing vendors, are based on both proprietary and industry recognized models and discounted cash flow techniques. Significant inputs to the valuation of these instruments are value of the collateral, the rates and timing of delinquencies, the rates and timing of prepayments, and default and loss expectations, which are driven in part by housing prices for residential mortgages. Significant inputs are determined based on relative value analyses, which incorporate comparisons to instruments with similar collateral and risk profiles, including relevant indices. Mortgage and asset-backed securities for which management has collected current observable data through pricing services are generally categorized within Level 2. Those investments for which current observable data has not been provided are classified as Level 3.
Bank loan prices are provided by third party pricing services and consist of a composite of the quotes received by the vendor into a consensus price. Certain bank loans are classified as Level 3, as a significant input used in the fair value measurement of these instruments is the market quotes that are received by the vendor and these inputs are not observable.
Other fixed income investments, including non-U.S. government and corporate debt, are generally valued using quoted market prices, if available, which are typically impacted by current interest rates, maturity dates and any perceived credit risk of the issuer. Additionally, in the absence of quoted market prices, these inputs are used by pricing vendors to derive a valuation based upon industry or proprietary models which incorporate issuer specific data with relevant yield/spread comparisons with more
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widely quoted bonds with similar key characteristics. Those investments for which there are observable inputs are classified as Level 2. Where the inputs are not observable, the investments are classified as Level 3.
The following table summarizes the valuation of the Fund’s investments by the above fair value hierarchy levels as of April 30, 2023:
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Investments in Securities | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Corporates - Non-Investment Grade | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 46,477,044 | | | $ | 3,332 | # | | $ | 46,480,376 | |
Corporates - Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | �� | 11,392,286 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 11,392,286 | |
Government - Treasuries | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,873,321 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,873,321 | |
Emerging Markets - Corporate Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,374,365 | # | | | 10 | # | | | 1,374,375 | |
Bank Loans | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,010,447 | | | | 55,535 | | | | 1,065,982 | |
Common Stocks | | | 146,554 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 187,209 | # | | | 333,763 | |
Preferred Stocks | | | 47,438 | | | | 30,972 | | | | 56,175 | | | | 134,585 | |
Rights | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,045 | | | | 4,045 | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,818 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,818 | |
Short-Term Investments: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investment Companies | | | 4,697,099 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,697,099 | |
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Total Investments in Securities | | | 4,891,091 | | | | 63,162,253 | | | | 306,306 | | | | 68,359,650 | |
Other Financial Instruments*: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Assets | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | 106,121 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 106,121 | |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 36,646 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 36,646 | † |
Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 22,678 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 22,678 | |
Liabilities | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | (238,112 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (238,112 | ) |
Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (38,655 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (38,655 | ) |
Total Return Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (90,482 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (90,482 | ) |
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Total | | $ | 4,891,091 | | | $ | 62,960,449 | | | $ | 306,306 | | | $ | 68,157,846 | |
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# | The Fund held securities with zero market value at period end. |
* | Other financial instruments are derivative instruments, such as futures, forwards and swaps, which are valued at the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on the instrument. Other financial instruments may also include swaps with upfront premiums, written options and written swaptions which are valued at market value. |
† | Only variation margin receivable (payable) at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. Where applicable, centrally cleared swaps with upfront premiums are presented here at market value. |
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3. Currency Translation
Assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies and commitments under forward currency exchange contracts are translated into U.S. dollars at the mean of the quoted bid and ask prices of such currencies against the U.S. dollar. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities are translated into U.S. dollars at the rates of exchange prevailing when such securities were acquired or sold. Income and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars at the rates of exchange prevailing when accrued.
Net realized gain or loss on foreign currency transactions represents foreign exchange gains and losses from sales and maturities of foreign fixed income investments, holding of foreign currencies, currency gains or losses realized between the trade and settlement dates on foreign investment transactions, and the difference between the amounts of dividends, interest and foreign withholding taxes recorded on the Fund’s books and the U.S. dollar equivalent amounts actually received or paid. Net unrealized currency gains and losses from valuing foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities at period end exchange rates are reflected as a component of net unrealized appreciation or depreciation of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities.
4. Taxes
It is the Fund’s policy to meet the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute all of its investment company taxable income and net realized gains, if any, to shareholders. Therefore, no provisions for federal income or excise taxes are required. The Fund may be subject to taxes imposed by countries in which it invests. Such taxes are generally based on income and/or capital gains earned or repatriated. Taxes are accrued and applied to net investment income, net realized gains and net unrealized appreciation/depreciation as such income and/or gains are earned.
In accordance with U.S. GAAP requirements regarding accounting for uncertainties in income taxes, management has analyzed the Fund’s tax positions taken or expected to be taken on federal and state income tax returns for all open tax years (the current and the prior three tax years) and has concluded that no provision for income tax is required in the Fund’s financial statements.
5. Investment Income and Investment Transactions
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date or as soon as the Fund is informed of the dividend. Interest income is accrued daily. Investment transactions are accounted for on the date the securities are purchased or sold. Investment gains or losses are determined on the identified cost basis. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded on the
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ex-dividend date at the fair value of the securities received. The Fund amortizes premiums and accretes discounts as adjustments to interest income. The Fund accounts for distributions received from REIT investments or from regulated investment companies as dividend income, realized gain, or return of capital based on information provided by the REIT or the investment company.
6. Class Allocations
All income earned and expenses incurred by the Fund are borne on a pro-rata basis by each settled class of shares, based on the proportionate interest in the Fund represented by the net assets of such class, except for class specific expenses which are allocated to the respective class. Expenses of the Company are charged proportionately to each portfolio or based on other appropriate methods. Realized and unrealized gains and losses are allocated among the various share classes based on respective net assets.
7. Dividends and Distributions
Dividends and distributions to shareholders, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gains distributions are determined in accordance with federal tax regulations and may differ from those determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on their federal tax basis treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
NOTE B
Advisory Fee and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Under the terms of the investment advisory agreement, the Fund pays the Adviser an advisory fee at an annual rate of .45% of the first $2.5 billion, .425% of the next $2.5 billion and .40% in excess of $5 billion of the Fund’s average daily net assets. The Adviser has agreed to waive its fees and bear certain expenses to the extent necessary to limit total expenses (other than acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest, interest expense, taxes, extraordinary expenses, and brokerage commissions and other transaction costs) on an annual basis (the “Expense Cap”) to .85%, .60% and .60% of daily average net assets for the Class A, Advisor Class and Class Z, respectively. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such reimbursements/waivers amounted to $191,378. The Expense Cap will remain in effect until January 31, 2024 and then may be continued thereafter from year to year by the Adviser.
Pursuant to the investment advisory agreement, the Fund may reimburse the Adviser for certain legal and accounting services provided to the Fund
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by the Adviser. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Adviser voluntarily agreed to waive such fees in the amount of $43,420.
The Fund compensates AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. (“ABIS”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, under a Transfer Agency Agreement for providing personnel and facilities to perform transfer agency services for the Fund. ABIS may make payments to intermediaries that provide omnibus account services, sub-accounting services and/or networking services. Such compensation retained by ABIS amounted to $9,321 for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
The Fund may invest in AB Government Money Market Portfolio (the “Government Money Market Portfolio”) which has a contractual annual advisory fee rate of .20% of the portfolio’s average daily net assets and bears its own expenses. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive .10% of the advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio (resulting in a net advisory fee of .10%) until August 31, 2023. In connection with the investment by the Fund in Government Money Market Portfolio, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of the effective advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio, as borne indirectly by the Fund as an acquired fund fee and expense. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such waiver amounted to $1,957.
A summary of the Fund’s transactions in AB mutual funds for the six months ended April 30, 2023 is as follows:
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Fund | | Market Value 10/31/22 (000) | | | Purchases at Cost (000) | | | Sales Proceeds (000) | | | Market Value 4/30/23 (000) | | | Dividend Income (000) | |
Government Money Market Portfolio | | $ | 5,336 | | | $ | 29,014 | | | $ | 29,653 | | | $ | 4,697 | | | $ | 79 | |
NOTE C
Distribution Services Agreement
The Fund has adopted a Distribution Services Agreement (the “Agreement”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Under the Agreement, the Fund pays distribution and servicing fees to the Distributor at an annual rate of up to .25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares. Effective February 1, 2023, the Distributor voluntarily suspended such distribution and servicing fees. There are no distribution and servicing fees on Advisor Class and Class Z shares. The fees are accrued daily and paid monthly. The Agreement provides that the Distributor will use such payments in their entirety
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for distribution assistance and promotional activities. In accordance with the Agreement, there is no provision for recovery of unreimbursed distribution costs incurred by the Distributor beyond the current fiscal year for Class A shares. The Agreement also provides that the Adviser may use its own resources to finance the distribution of the Fund’s shares.
NOTE D
Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) for the six months ended April 30, 2023, were as follows:
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| | Purchases | | | Sales | |
Investment securities (excluding U.S. government securities) | | $ | 20,373,932 | | | $ | 24,535,733 | |
U.S. government securities | | | 3,560,970 | | | | 734,988 | |
The cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was substantially the same as the cost for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, gross unrealized appreciation and unrealized depreciation are as follows:
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Gross unrealized appreciation | | $ | 1,136,924 | |
Gross unrealized depreciation | | | (6,326,158 | ) |
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Net unrealized depreciation | | $ | (5,189,234 | ) |
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1. Derivative Financial Instruments
The Fund may use derivatives in an effort to earn income and enhance returns, to replace more traditional direct investments, to obtain exposure to otherwise inaccessible markets (collectively, “investment purposes”), or to hedge or adjust the risk profile of its portfolio.
The principal types of derivatives utilized by the Fund, as well as the methods in which they may be used are:
| • | | Forward Currency Exchange Contracts |
The Fund may enter into forward currency exchange contracts in order to hedge its exposure to changes in foreign currency exchange rates on its foreign portfolio holdings, to hedge certain firm purchase and sale commitments denominated in foreign currencies and for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investments in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
A forward currency exchange contract is a commitment to purchase or sell a foreign currency at a future date at a negotiated forward rate. The gain or loss arising from the difference between the original contract and the closing of such contract would be included in net realized gain or loss on forward currency exchange contracts.
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Fluctuations in the value of open forward currency exchange contracts are recorded for financial reporting purposes as unrealized appreciation and/or depreciation by the Fund. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of a contract and from unanticipated movements in the value of a foreign currency relative to the U.S. dollar.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held forward currency exchange contracts for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The Fund may buy or sell futures for investment purposes or for the purpose of hedging its portfolio against adverse effects of potential movements in the market. The Fund bears the market risk that arises from changes in the value of these instruments and the imperfect correlation between movements in the price of the futures and movements in the price of the assets, reference rates or indices which they are designed to track. Among other things, the Fund may purchase or sell futures for foreign currencies or options thereon for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investment in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
At the time the Fund enters into futures, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the exchange on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for exchange-traded futures is generally less than privately negotiated futures, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each exchange-traded future, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Use of long futures subjects the Fund to risk of loss in excess of the amounts shown on the statement of assets and liabilities, up to the notional value of the futures. Use of short futures subjects the Fund to unlimited risk of loss. Under some circumstances, futures exchanges may establish daily limits on the amount that the price of futures can vary from the previous day’s settlement price, which could effectively prevent liquidation of unfavorable positions.
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During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held futures for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The Fund may enter into swaps to hedge its exposure to interest rates, credit risk or currencies. The Fund may also enter into swaps for non-hedging purposes as a means of gaining market exposures including by making direct investments in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions” or in order to take a “long” or “short” position with respect to an underlying referenced asset described below under “Total Return Swaps”. A swap is an agreement that obligates two parties to exchange a series of cash flows at specified intervals based upon or calculated by reference to changes in specified prices or rates for a specified amount of an underlying asset. The payment flows are usually netted against each other, with the difference being paid by one party to the other. In addition, collateral may be pledged or received by the Fund in accordance with the terms of the respective swaps to provide value and recourse to the Fund or its counterparties in the event of default, bankruptcy or insolvency by one of the parties to the swap.
Risks may arise as a result of the failure of the counterparty to the swap to comply with the terms of the swap. The loss incurred by the failure of a counterparty is generally limited to the net interim payment to be received by the Fund, and/or the termination value at the end of the contract. Therefore, the Fund considers the creditworthiness of each counterparty to a swap in evaluating potential counterparty risk. This risk is mitigated by having a netting arrangement between the Fund and the counterparty and by the posting of collateral by the counterparty to the Fund to cover the Fund’s exposure to the counterparty. Additionally, risks may arise from unanticipated movements in interest rates or in the value of the underlying securities. The Fund accrues for the interim payments on swaps on a daily basis, with the net amount recorded within unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of assets and liabilities, where applicable. Once the interim payments are settled in cash, the net amount is recorded as realized gain/(loss) on swaps on the statement of operations, in addition to any realized gain/(loss) recorded upon the termination of swaps. Upfront premiums paid or received for swaps are recognized as cost or proceeds on the statement of assets and liabilities and are amortized on a straight line basis over the life of the contract. Amortized upfront premiums are included in net realized gain/(loss) from swaps on the statement of operations. Fluctuations in the value of swaps are recorded as a component of net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of operations.
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Certain standardized swaps, including certain interest rate swaps and credit default swaps, are (or soon will be) subject to mandatory central clearing. Cleared swaps are transacted through futures commission merchants (“FCMs”) that are members of central clearinghouses, with the clearinghouse serving as central counterparty, similar to transactions in futures contracts. Centralized clearing will be required for additional categories of swaps on a phased-in basis based on requirements published by the Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
At the time the Fund enters into a centrally cleared swap, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the clearinghouse on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for centrally cleared swaps is generally less than non-centrally cleared swaps, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each centrally cleared swap, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Interest Rate Swaps:
The Fund is subject to interest rate risk exposure in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. Because the Fund holds fixed rate bonds, the value of these bonds may decrease if interest rates rise. To help hedge against this risk and to maintain its ability to generate income at prevailing market rates, the Fund may enter into interest rate swaps. Interest rate swaps are agreements between two parties to exchange cash flows based on a notional amount. The Fund may elect to pay a fixed rate and receive a floating rate, or, receive a fixed rate and pay a floating rate on a notional amount.
In addition, the Fund may also enter into interest rate swap transactions to preserve a return or spread on a particular investment or portion of its portfolio, or protecting against an increase in the price of securities the Fund anticipates purchasing at a later date. Interest rate swaps involve the exchange by the Fund with another party of their respective commitments to pay or receive interest (e.g., an exchange of floating rate payments for fixed rate payments) computed
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based on a contractually-based principal (or “notional”) amount. Interest rate swaps are entered into on a net basis (i.e., the two payment streams are netted out, with the Fund receiving or paying, as the case may be, only the net amount of the two payments).
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held interest rate swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
Credit Default Swaps:
The Fund may enter into credit default swaps, including to manage its exposure to the market or certain sectors of the market, to reduce its risk exposure to defaults by corporate and sovereign issuers held by the Fund, or to create exposure to corporate or sovereign issuers to which it is not otherwise exposed. The Fund may purchase credit protection (“Buy Contract”) or provide credit protection (“Sale Contract”) on the referenced obligation of the credit default swap. During the term of the swap, the Fund receives/(pays) fixed payments from/(to) the respective counterparty, calculated at the agreed upon rate applied to the notional amount. If the Fund is a buyer/(seller) of protection and a credit event occurs, as defined under the terms of the swap, the Fund will either (i) receive from the seller/(pay to the buyer) of protection an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap (the “Maximum Payout Amount”) and deliver/(take delivery of) the referenced obligation or (ii) receive/(pay) a net settlement amount in the form of cash or securities equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the referenced obligation. In certain circumstances Maximum Payout Amounts may be partially offset by recovery values of the respective referenced obligations, upfront premium received upon entering into the agreement, or net amounts received from settlement of buy protection credit default swaps entered into by the Fund for the same referenced obligation with the same counterparty.
Credit default swaps may involve greater risks than if the Fund had invested in the referenced obligation directly. Credit default swaps are subject to general market risk, liquidity risk, counterparty risk and credit risk. If the Fund is a buyer of protection and no credit event occurs, it will lose the payments it made to its counterparty. If the Fund is a seller of protection and a credit event occurs, the value of the referenced obligation received by the Fund coupled with the periodic payments previously received may be less than the Maximum Payout Amount it pays to the buyer, resulting in a net loss to the Fund.
Implied credit spreads over U.S. Treasuries of comparable maturity utilized in determining the market value of credit default swaps on issuers as of period end are disclosed in the portfolio of investments.
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The implied spreads serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/ performance risk and typically reflect the likelihood of default by the issuer of the referenced obligation. The implied credit spread of a particular reference obligation also reflects the cost of buying/selling protection and may reflect upfront payments required to be made to enter into the agreement. Widening credit spreads typically represent a deterioration of the referenced obligation’s credit soundness and greater likelihood of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the agreement. A credit spread identified as “Defaulted” indicates a credit event has occurred for the referenced obligation.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held credit default swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
Total Return Swaps:
The Fund may enter into total return swaps in order to take a “long” or “short” position with respect to an underlying referenced asset. The Fund is subject to market price volatility of the underlying referenced asset. A total return swap involves commitments to pay interest in exchange for a market linked return based on a notional amount. To the extent that the total return of the security, group of securities or index underlying the transaction exceeds or falls short of the offsetting interest obligation, the Fund will receive a payment from or make a payment to the counterparty.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held total return swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The Fund typically enters into International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreements (“ISDA Master Agreement”) with its OTC derivative contract counterparties in order to, among other things, reduce its credit risk to OTC counterparties. ISDA Master Agreements include provisions for general obligations, representations, collateral and events of default or termination. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund typically may offset with the OTC counterparty certain derivative financial instruments’ payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment (close-out netting) in the event of default or termination. In the event of a default by an OTC counterparty, the return of collateral with market value in excess of the Fund’s net liability, held by the defaulting party, may be delayed or denied.
The Fund’s ISDA Master Agreements may contain provisions for early termination of OTC derivative transactions in the event the net assets of the Fund decline below specific levels (“net asset contingent features”). If these levels are triggered, the Fund’s OTC counterparty has the right to
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terminate such transaction and require the Fund to pay or receive a settlement amount in connection with the terminated transaction. If OTC derivatives were held at period end, please refer to netting arrangements by the OTC counterparty tables below for additional details.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund had entered into the following derivatives:
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| | Asset Derivatives | | | Liability Derivatives | |
Derivative Type | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
Foreign currency contracts | | Unrealized appreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | $ | 106,121 | | | Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | $ | 238,112 | |
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Credit contracts | | Market value of credit default swaps | | | 22,678 | | | Market value of credit default swaps | | | 38,655 | |
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Credit contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 21,596 | * | | | | | | |
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Credit contracts | | | | | | | | Unrealized depreciation on total return swaps | | | 90,482 | |
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Total | | | | $ | 150,395 | | | | | $ | 367,249 | |
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* | Only variation margin receivable (payable) at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. |
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Derivative Type | | Location of Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives Within Statement of Operations | | Realized Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives | | | Change in Unrealized Appreciation or (Depreciation) | |
Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain/(loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swaps | | $ | 39,926 | | | $ | (44,167 | ) |
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Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain/(loss) on futures; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures | | | (155,898 | ) | | | 242,839 | |
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Derivative Type | | Location of Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives Within Statement of Operations | | Realized Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives | | | Change in Unrealized Appreciation or (Depreciation) | |
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Foreign currency contracts | | Net realized gain/(loss) on forward currency exchange contracts; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on forward currency exchange contracts | | $ | (642,904 | ) | | $ | 31,759 | |
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Credit contracts | | Net realized gain/(loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swaps | | | (160,845 | ) | | | 50,435 | |
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Total | | | | $ | (919,721 | ) | | $ | 280,866 | |
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The following table represents the average monthly volume of the Fund’s derivative transactions during the six months ended April 30, 2023:
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Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount of buy contracts | | $ | 2,590,000 | (a) |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 1,406,667 | (b) |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 13,207,000 | (c) |
Credit Default Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount of buy contracts | | $ | 246,870 | (c) |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 451,701 | |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts: | | | | |
Average principal amount of buy contracts | | $ | 2,093,063 | |
Average principal amount of sale contracts | | $ | 7,189,959 | |
Futures: | | | | |
Average notional amount of buy contracts | | $ | 3,660,169 | (a) |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 143,709 | (c) |
Total Return Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 662,850 | |
a) | Positions were open for two months during the reporting period. |
b) | Positions were open for three months during the reporting period. |
c) | Positions were open for four months during the reporting period. |
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the statement of assets and liabilities.
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All OTC derivatives held at period end were subject to netting arrangements. The following table presents the Fund’s derivative assets and liabilities by OTC counterparty net of amounts available for offset under ISDA Master Agreements (“MA”) and net of the related collateral received/pledged by the Fund as of April 30, 2023. Exchange-traded derivatives and centrally cleared swaps are not subject to netting arrangements and as such are excluded from the tables.
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Counterparty | | Derivative Assets Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Received* | | | Security Collateral Received* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Assets | |
Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. | | $ | 44,884 | | | $ | (8,438 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 36,446 | |
Goldman Sachs International | | | 22,678 | | | | (22,678 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA. | | | 21,857 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 21,857 | |
Royal Bank of Scotland PLC | | | 20,468 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 20,468 | |
Standard Chartered Bank | | | 18,912 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 18,912 | |
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Total | | $ | 128,799 | | | $ | (31,116 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 97,683 | ^ |
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Counterparty | | Derivative Liabilities Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Pledged* | | | Security Collateral Pledged* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities | |
Bank of America, NA | | $ | 229,674 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 229,674 | |
Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. | | | 8,438 | | | | (8,438 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Deutsche Bank AG | | | 38,655 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 38,655 | |
Goldman Sachs International | | | 90,482 | | | | (22,678 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 67,804 | |
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Total | | $ | 367,249 | | | $ | (31,116 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 336,133 | ^ |
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* | The actual collateral received/pledged may be more than the amount reported due to overcollateralization. |
^ | Net amount represents the net receivable (payable) that would be due from/to the counterparty in the event of default or termination. The net amount from OTC financial derivative instruments can only be netted across transactions governed under the same master agreement with the same counterparty. |
2. Currency Transactions
The Fund may invest in non-U.S. Dollar-denominated securities on a currency hedged or unhedged basis. The Fund may seek investment opportunities by taking long or short positions in currencies through the use of currency-related derivatives, including forward currency exchange contracts, futures and options on futures, swaps, and other options. The Fund may enter into transactions for investment opportunities when it anticipates that a foreign currency will appreciate or depreciate in value but securities denominated in that currency are not held by the Fund and do not present attractive investment opportunities. Such transactions may also be used
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when the Adviser believes that it may be more efficient than a direct investment in a foreign currency-denominated security. The Fund may also conduct currency exchange contracts on a spot basis (i.e., for cash at the spot rate prevailing in the currency exchange market for buying or selling currencies).
NOTE E
Capital Stock
Each class consists of 3,000,000,000 authorized shares. Transactions in capital shares for each class were as follows:
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class A* | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 53,995 | | | | 110,732 | | | | | | | $ | 451,271 | | | $ | 1,074,065 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 1,559 | | | | 1,981 | | | | | | | | 13,026 | | | | 17,332 | | | | | |
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Shares converted to Advisor Class | | | (142,504 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | | | | | (1,192,228 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | | |
| | | | | |
Shares redeemed | | | (34,844 | ) | | | (6,734 | ) | | | | | | | (287,168 | ) | | | (59,373 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (121,794 | ) | | | 105,979 | | | | | | | $ | (1,015,099 | ) | | $ | 1,032,024 | | | | | |
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Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 2,485,047 | | | | 5,003,503 | | | | | | | $ | 20,721,297 | | | $ | 45,166,837 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 192,964 | | | | 218,017 | | | | | | | | 1,612,336 | | | | 1,949,901 | | | | | |
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Shares converted from: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Class A | | | 142,565 | | | | – 0 | – | | | | | | | 1,192,228 | | | | – 0 | – | | | | |
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Class Z | | | 5,878 | | | | – 0 | – | | | | | | | 49,157 | | | | – 0 | – | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (2,720,066 | ) | | | (3,405,602 | ) | | | | | | | (22,633,730 | ) | | | (31,564,032 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase | | | 106,388 | | | | 1,815,918 | | | | | | | $ | 941,288 | | | $ | 15,552,706 | | | | | |
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class Z* | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,395 | | | | | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 24,001 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 0 | (a) | | | 90 | | | | | | | | 1 | | | | 834 | | | | | |
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Shares converted to Advisor Class | | | (5,877 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | | | | | (49,157 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (3 | ) | | | (2,485 | ) | | | | | | | (26 | ) | | | (20,650 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (5,880 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | | | | $ | (49,182 | ) | | $ | 4,185 | | | | | |
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a) | Amount is less than 0.50 shares. |
* | Converted to Advisor Class on April 14, 2023. |
NOTE F
Risks Involved in Investing in the Fund
Market Risk—The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the stock or bond market fluctuates. The value of its investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
Interest-Rate Risk—Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Credit Risk—An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security.
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Below Investment-Grade Securities Risk—Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as “junk bonds”) are subject to a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to such factors as specific corporate developments and negative perceptions of the junk bond market generally and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities.
Duration Risk—Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to the full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk—This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities.
Derivatives Risk—Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Leverage Risk—When the Fund borrows money or otherwise leverages its investments, its performance may be volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments. The Fund may create leverage through the use of reverse repurchase arrangements, forward currency exchange contracts, forward commitments, dollar rolls or futures or by borrowing money. The use of other types of derivative instruments by the Fund, such as options and swaps, may also result in a form of leverage. Leverage may result in higher returns to the Fund than if the Fund were not leveraged, but may also adversely affect returns, particularly if the market is declining.
Foreign (Non-U.S.) Risk—Investments in securities of non-U.S. issuers may involve more risk than those of U.S. issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
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Emerging-Market Risk—Investments in emerging market countries may have more risk because the markets are less developed and less liquid and are subject to increased economic, political, regulatory or other uncertainties.
Currency Risk—Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments in fixed-income securities denominated in foreign currencies or reduce the Fund’s returns.
Illiquid Investments Risk—Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally decline.
LIBOR Transition and Associated Risk—The Fund may be exposed to debt securities, derivatives or other financial instruments that utilize the London Interbank Offered Rate, or “LIBOR,” as a “benchmark” or “reference rate” for various interest rate calculations. In 2017, the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”), which regulates LIBOR, announced a desire to phase out the use of LIBOR by the end of 2021. As announced by the FCA and LIBOR’s administrator, ICE Benchmark Administration, most LIBOR settings (which reflect LIBOR rates quoted in different currencies over various time periods) have not been published since the end of 2021, but the most widely used U.S. Dollar LIBOR settings are expected to continue to be published until June 30, 2023. However, banks were strongly encouraged to cease entering into agreements with counterparties referencing LIBOR by the end of 2021. It is possible that a subset of LIBOR settings will be published after these dates on a “synthetic” basis, but any such publications would be considered non-representative of the underlying market. Since 2018 the Federal Reserve Bank of New York has published the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (referred to as SOFR), which is intended to replace U.S. Dollar LIBOR. SOFR is a broad measure of the cost of borrowing cash overnight collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities in the repurchase agreement (repo) market and has been used increasingly on a voluntary basis in new instruments and transactions. In addition, on March 15, 2022, the Adjustable Interest Rate Act was signed into law. This law provides a statutory fallback mechanism to replace LIBOR with a benchmark rate that is selected by the Federal Reserve Board and based on SOFR for certain contracts that reference LIBOR without adequate fallback provisions. On December 16, 2022, the Federal Reserve Board adopted regulations
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implementing the law by identifying benchmark rates based on SOFR that will replace LIBOR in different categories of financial contracts after June 30, 2023. The regulations include provisions that (i) provide a safe harbor for selection or use of a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; (ii) clarify who may choose the replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; and (iii) ensure that contracts adopting a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board will not be interrupted or terminated following the replacement of LIBOR.
The elimination of LIBOR or changes to other reference rates or any other changes or reforms to the determination or supervision of reference rates could have an adverse impact on the market for, or value of, any securities or payments linked to those reference rates, which may adversely affect the Fund’s performance and/or NAV. Uncertainty and risk also remain regarding the willingness and ability of issuers and lenders to include revised provisions in new and existing contracts or instruments. Consequently, the transition from LIBOR to other reference rates may lead to increased volatility and illiquidity in markets that are tied to LIBOR, fluctuations in values of LIBOR-related investments or investments in issuers that utilize LIBOR, increased difficulty in borrowing or refinancing and diminished effectiveness of hedging strategies, potentially adversely affecting the Fund’s performance. Furthermore, the risks associated with the expected discontinuation of LIBOR and transition may be exacerbated if the work necessary to effect an orderly transition to an alternative reference rate is not completed in a timely manner. Neither the effect of the LIBOR transition process nor its ultimate success can yet be known.
Indemnification Risk—In the ordinary course of business, the Fund enters into contracts that contain a variety of indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown. However, the Fund has not had prior claims or losses pursuant to these indemnification provisions and expects the risk of loss thereunder to be remote. Therefore, the Fund has not accrued any liability in connection with these indemnification provisions.
Management Risk—The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively-managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
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NOTE G
Joint Credit Facility
A number of open-end mutual funds managed by the Adviser, including the Fund, participate in a $325 million revolving credit facility (the “Facility”) intended to provide short-term financing related to redemptions and other short term liquidity requirements, subject to certain restrictions. Commitment fees related to the Facility are paid by the participating funds and are included in miscellaneous expenses in the statement of operations. The Fund did not utilize the Facility during the six months ended April 30, 2023.
NOTE H
Distributions to Shareholders
The tax character of distributions paid for the year ending October 31, 2023 will be determined at the end of the current fiscal year.
The tax character of distributions paid during the fiscal year ended October 31, 2022, period ended October 31, 2021 and year ended December 31, 2020 were as follows:
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| | November 1, 2021 to October 31, 2022 | | | January 1, 2021 to October 31, 2021 | | | January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020 | |
Distributions paid from: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ordinary income | | $ | 3,710,884 | | | $ | 2,144,305 | | | $ | 2,379,537 | |
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Total taxable distributions paid | | $ | 3,710,884 | | | $ | 2,144,305 | | | $ | 2,379,537 | |
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As of December 31, 2021, the Fund’s most recent tax year-end, the components of accumulated earnings (deficit) on a tax basis were as follows:
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Undistributed ordinary income | | $ | 42,753 | |
Accumulated capital and other losses | | | (9,133,476 | )(a) |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | 601,097 | (b) |
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Total accumulated earnings (deficit) | | $ | (8,489,626 | )(c) |
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(a) | As of December 31, 2021, the Fund had a net capital loss carryforward of $9,133,476. During the tax year, the Fund utilized $856,675 of capital loss carry forwards to offset current year net realized gains. |
(b) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) are attributable primarily to the recognition for tax purposes of unrealized gains/losses on certain derivative instruments, return of capital distributions received from underlying securities, the tax treatment of callable bonds, the tax treatment of swaps, the tax deferral of losses on wash sales, and the tax treatment of partnership investments. |
(c) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis components of accumulated earnings (deficit) are attributable primarily to the accrual of foreign capital gains tax, the tax treatment of defaulted securities, and dividends payable. |
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For tax purposes, net realized capital losses may be carried over to offset future capital gains, if any. Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses for an indefinite period, and such losses will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. As of December 31, 2021, the Fund’s most recent tax year end, the Fund had a net short-term capital loss carryforward of $4,806,884 and a net long-term capital loss carryforward of $4,326,592, which may be carried forward for an indefinite period.
NOTE I
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In December 2022, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued an Accounting Standards Update, ASU 2022-06, “Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848)—Deferral of the Sunset Date of Topic 848”. ASU 2022-06 is an amendment to ASU 2020-04, which provided optional guidance to ease the potential accounting burden due to the discontinuation of the LIBOR and other interbank-offered based reference rates and which was effective as of March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. ASU 2022-06 extends the effective period through December 31, 2024. Management is currently evaluating the impact, if any, of applying ASU 2022-06.
NOTE J
Subsequent Events
At meetings held on January 31—February 1, 2023, the Board approved the reorganization of the Fund into a newly-created exchange-traded fund (“ETF”) (the “Conversion”), to be managed by the Adviser. Pursuant to an Agreement and Plan of Acquisition and Termination (the “Plan”), the Fund was converted into an ETF (the “Acquiring Portfolio”), a newly-created series of AB Active ETFs, Inc., with the same investment objective, and the same investment policies and investment strategies as the Fund on the closing date of the Conversion, May 12, 2023. In connection with the Conversion, the assets and liabilities of the Fund were transferred to the Acquiring Portfolio, and stockholders of the Fund received shares of the Acquiring Portfolio equal in aggregate net asset value (“NAV”) to the NAV of their shares of the Fund (less cash corresponding to any fractional share amount). The Conversion did not require stockholder approval.
Management has evaluated subsequent events for possible recognition or disclosure in the financial statements through the date the financial statements are issued. Management has determined that there are no other material events that would require disclosure in the Fund’s financial statements through this date.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Advisor Class | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | January 1, 2021 to October 31, 2021(a) | | | Year Ended December 31, | | | November 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018(b) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2018 | |
| 2020 | | | 2019 | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 8.21 | | | | $ 9.98 | | | | $ 9.86 | | | | $ 9.63 | | | | $ 8.90 | | | | $ 9.36 | | | | $ 9.71 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income(c)(d) | | | .26 | | | | .45 | | | | .38 | | | | .50 | | | | .52 | | | | .09 | | | | .50 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .24 | | | | (1.68 | ) | | | .16 | | | | .30 | | | | .77 | | | | (.41 | ) | | | (.37 | ) |
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Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (e) |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .50 | | | | (1.23 | ) | | | .54 | | | | .80 | | | | 1.29 | | | | (.32 | ) | | | .13 | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.36 | ) | | | (.54 | ) | | | (.42 | ) | | | (.57 | ) | | | (.56 | ) | | | (.14 | ) | | | (.48 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.35 | | | | $ 8.21 | | | | $ 9.98 | | | | $ 9.86 | | | | $ 9.63 | | | | $ 8.90 | | | | $ 9.36 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(f)* | | | 6.20 | % | | | (12.68 | )% | | | 5.56 | % | | | 8.95 | %+ | | | 14.77 | %+ | | | (3.45 | )% | | | 1.32 | %** |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $69,305 | | | | $67,249 | | | | $63,608 | | | | $38,751 | | | | $40,218 | | | | $30,509 | | | | $33,990 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/ reimbursements(g)(h)† | | | .60 | %^ | | | .60 | % | | | .51 | %^ | | | .70 | % | | | .29 | %++ | | | .29 | %^++ | | | .33 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/ reimbursements(g)(h)† | | | 1.31 | %^ | | | 1.35 | % | | | 1.74 | %^ | | | 2.17 | % | | | 1.84 | %++ | | | 3.25 | %^++ | | | 2.56 | % |
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Net investment income(d) | | | 6.24 | %^ | | | 5.00 | % | | | 4.60 | %^ | | | 5.41 | % | | | 5.45 | % | | | 5.73 | %^ | | | 5.20 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate+++ | | | 39 | % | | | 48 | % | | | 36 | % | | | 75 | % | | | 40 | % | | | 5 | % | | | 75 | % |
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portfolios | | | .01 | %^ | | | .00 | % | | | .00 | %^ | | | .00 | % | | | .01 | % | | | .01 | %^ | | | .01 | % |
See footnote summary on page 78.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
(a) | The Fund changed its fiscal year end from December 31 to October 31. |
(b) | The Fund changed its fiscal year end from October 31 to December 31. |
(c) | Based on average shares outstanding. |
(d) | Net of expenses waived/reimbursed by the Adviser. |
(e) | Amount is less than $.005. |
(f) | Total investment return is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the net asset value at the beginning of the period, reinvestment of all dividends and distributions at net asset value during the period, and redemption on the last day of the period. Total investment return does not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total investment return for a period of less than one year is not annualized. |
(g) | The expense ratios presented below exclude interest expense: |
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| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | January 1, 2021 to October 31, 2021(a) | | | Year ended December 31, | | | November 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018(b) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2018 | |
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Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net of waivers/ reimbursements | | | .60 | %^ | | | .60 | % | | | .51 | %^ | | | .70 | % | | | .29 | % | | | .29 | %^ | | | .31 | % |
Before waivers/ reimbursements | | | 1.31 | %^ | | | 1.35 | % | | | 1.74 | %^ | | | 2.17 | % | | | 1.84 | % | | | 3.25 | %^ | | | 2.54 | % |
(h) | In connection with the Fund’s investments in affiliated underlying portfolios, the Fund incurs no direct expenses, but bears proportionate shares of the fees and expenses (i.e., operating, administrative and investment advisory fees) of the affiliated underlying portfolios. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its fees from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of certain acquired fund fees and expenses, and for the six months ended April 30, 2023, the year ended December 31, 2019, period ended December 31, 2018 and year ended October 31, 2018, such waivers amounted to .01% (annualized), .01%, .01% (annualized) and .01%, respectively. |
* | Includes the impact of proceeds received and credited to the Fund resulting from class action settlements, which enhanced the Fund’s performance for the years ended December 31, 2019 and October 31, 2018 by .01%, and .03%, respectively. |
** | Includes the impact of reimbursements from the Adviser which enhanced the Fund’s performance for the year ended October 31, 2018 by .01%. |
+ | The net asset value and total return include adjustments in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America for financial reporting purposes. As such, the net asset value and total return for shareholder transactions may differ from financial statements. |
++ | The advisory fee reflected in the Fund’s expense ratio may be higher or lower than the Base Fee plus Performance Adjustment due to the different time periods over which the fee is calculated (i.e., the financial reporting vs. the Performance Period). |
+++ | Portfolio turnover is calculated for the Fund as a whole for the full fiscal year or period, as applicable, and is not annualized. |
See notes to financial statements.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Garry L. Moody(1), Chairman Jorge A. Bermudez(1) Michael J. Downey(1) Onur Erzan, President and Chief Executive Officer | | Nancy P. Jacklin(1) Jeanette W. Loeb(1) Carol C. McMullen(1) Marshall C. Turner, Jr.(1) |
OFFICERS
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Gershon M. Distenfeld(2), Vice President Robert Schwartz(2), Vice President William Smith(2), Vice President Nancy E. Hay, Secretary | | Michael B. Reyes, Senior Vice President Joseph J. Mantineo, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer Phyllis J. Clarke, Controller Jennifer Friedland, Chief Compliance Officer |
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Custodian and Accounting Agent Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. 50 Post Office Square Boston, MA 02110 Principal Underwriter AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. 501 Commerce Street Nasvhille, TN 37203 Transfer Agent AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. P.O. Box 786003 San Antonio, TX 78278 Toll-Free (800) 221-5672 | | Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Ernst & Young LLP One Manhattan West New York, NY 10001 Legal Counsel Seward & Kissel LLP One Battery Park Plaza New York, NY 10004 |
1 | Member of the Audit Committee, the Governance and Nominating Committee and the Independent Directors Committee. |
2 | The day-to-day management of, and investment decisions for, the Fund’s portfolio are made by the Adviser’s High Yield Investment Team. Messrs. Distenfeld, Schwartz and Smith are the investment professionals with the most significant responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Fund’s portfolio. |
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Operation and Effectiveness of the Funds’ Liquidity Risk Management Program:
In October 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted the open-end fund liquidity rule (the “Liquidity Rule”). In June 2018 the SEC adopted a requirement that funds disclose information about the operation and effectiveness of their Liquidity Risk Management Program (“LRMP”) in their reports to shareholders.
One of the requirements of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund to designate an Administrator of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program. The Administrator of the Fund’s LRMP is AllianceBernstein L.P., the Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”). The Adviser has delegated the responsibility to its Liquidity Risk Management Committee (the “Committee”).
Another requirement of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund’s Board of Directors/Trustees (the “Fund Board”) to receive an annual written report from the Administrator of the LRMP, which addresses the operation of the fund’s LRMP and assesses its adequacy and effectiveness. The Adviser provided the Fund Board with such annual report during the first quarter of 2023, which covered the period January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 (the “Program Reporting Period”).
The LRMP’s principal objectives include supporting the Fund’s compliance with limits on investments in illiquid assets and mitigating the risk that the Fund will be unable to meet its redemption obligations in a timely manner.
Pursuant to the LRMP, the Fund classifies the liquidity of its portfolio investments into one of the four categories defined by the SEC: Highly Liquid, Moderately Liquid, Less Liquid, and Illiquid. These classifications are reported to the SEC on Form N-PORT.
During the Program Reporting Period, the Committee reviewed whether the Fund’s strategy is appropriate for an open-end structure, incorporating any holdings of less liquid and illiquid assets. If the Fund participated in derivative transactions, the exposure from such transactions were considered in the LRMP.
The Committee also performed an analysis to determine whether the Fund is required to maintain a Highly Liquid Investment Minimum (“HLIM”). The Committee also incorporated the following information when determining the Fund’s reasonably anticipated trading size for purposes of liquidity monitoring: historical net redemption activity, a Fund’s concentration in an issuer, shareholder concentration, investment performance, total net assets, and distribution channels.
The Adviser informed the Fund Board that the Committee believes the Funds’ LRMP is adequately designed, has been implemented as intended,
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and has operated effectively since its inception. No material exceptions have been noted since the implementation of the LRMP. During the Program Reporting Period, liquidity in all markets was challenged due to rising rates and economic uncertainty. However, markets also remained orderly during the Program Reporting Period. There were no liquidity events that impacted the Fund or its ability to timely meet redemptions during the Program Reporting Period.
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Information Regarding the Review and Approval of the Fund’s Advisory Agreement
The disinterested directors (the “directors”) of AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) unanimously approved the continuance of the Company’s Advisory Agreement with the Adviser in respect of AB High Yield Portfolio (formerly AB FlexFeeTM High Yield Portfolio) (the “Fund”) at a meeting held in-person on November 1-3, 2022 (the “Meeting”).1
Prior to approval of the continuance of the Advisory Agreement, the directors had requested from the Adviser, and received and evaluated, extensive materials. They reviewed the proposed continuance of the Advisory Agreement with the Adviser and with experienced counsel who are independent of the Adviser, who advised on the relevant legal standards. The directors also reviewed additional materials, including comparative analytical data prepared by the Senior Vice President of the Fund. The directors also discussed the proposed continuance in private sessions with counsel.
The directors considered their knowledge of the nature and quality of the services provided by the Adviser to the Fund gained from their experience as directors or trustees of most of the registered investment companies advised by the Adviser, their overall confidence in the Adviser’s integrity and competence they have gained from that experience, the Adviser’s initiative in identifying and raising potential issues with the directors and its responsiveness, frankness and attention to concerns raised by the directors in the past, including the Adviser’s willingness to consider and implement organizational and operational changes designed to improve investment results and the services provided to the AB Funds. The directors noted that they have four regular meetings each year, at each of which they review extensive materials and information from the Adviser, including information on the investment performance of the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests a portion of its assets.
The directors also considered all factors they believed relevant, including the specific matters discussed below. During the course of their deliberations, the directors evaluated, among other things, the reasonableness of the advisory fee. The directors did not identify any particular information that was all-important or controlling, and different directors may have attributed different weights to the various factors. The directors determined that the selection of the Adviser to manage the Fund, and the overall arrangements between the Fund and the Adviser, as provided in the Advisory Agreement, including the advisory fee, were fair and reasonable in light of the services performed, expenses incurred and such other matters
1 | Subsequent to the semi-annual reporting period ended April 30, 2023 covered by this report, the Fund was reorganized into an exchange-traded fund and is now known as AB High Yield ETF, a series of AB Active ETFs, Inc. |
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as the directors considered relevant in the exercise of their business judgment. The material factors and conclusions that formed the basis for the directors’ determinations included the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided
The directors considered the scope and quality of services provided by the Adviser under the Advisory Agreement, including the quality of the investment research capabilities of the Adviser and the other resources it has dedicated to performing services for the Fund. The directors noted that the Adviser from time to time reviews the Fund’s investment strategies and from time to time proposes changes intended to improve the Fund’s relative or absolute performance for the directors’ consideration. They also noted the professional experience and qualifications of the Fund’s portfolio management team and other senior personnel of the Adviser. The directors also considered that the Advisory Agreement provides that the Fund will reimburse the Adviser for the cost to it of providing certain clerical, accounting, administrative and other services to the Fund by employees of the Adviser or its affiliates. Requests for these reimbursements are made on a quarterly basis and subject to approval by the directors. The directors noted that the Adviser had not requested any reimbursements from the Fund in recent years. The quality of administrative and other services, including the Adviser’s role in coordinating the activities of the Fund’s other service providers, also was considered. The directors concluded that, overall, they were satisfied with the nature, extent and quality of services provided to the Fund under the Advisory Agreement.
Costs of Services Provided and Profitability
The directors reviewed a schedule of the revenues and expenses and related notes indicating the profitability of the Fund to the Adviser for calendar years 2020 and 2021 that had been prepared with an expense allocation methodology arrived at in consultation with an independent consultant at the request of the directors. The directors noted the assumptions and methods of allocation used by the Adviser in preparing fund-specific profitability data and understood that there are a number of potentially acceptable allocation methodologies for information of this type. The directors noted that the profitability information reflected all revenues and expenses of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund, including those relating to its subsidiaries that provide transfer agency and distribution services to the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of the profitability of the Advisory Agreement with the profitability of fund advisory contracts for unaffiliated funds because comparative information is not generally publicly available and is affected by numerous factors. The directors focused on the profitability of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund before taxes and distribution expenses. The directors noted that the Fund was not profitable to the Adviser in the periods reviewed.
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Fall-Out Benefits
The directors considered the other benefits to the Adviser and its affiliates from their relationships with the Fund, and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests, including, but not limited to, benefits relating to 12b-1 fees and sales charges received by the Fund’s principal underwriter (which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser) in respect of certain classes of the Fund’s shares; and transfer agency fees paid by the Fund to a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser. The directors recognized that the Fund’s unprofitability to the Adviser would be exacerbated without these benefits. The directors understood that the Adviser also might derive reputational and other benefits from its association with the Fund.
Investment Results
In addition to the information reviewed by the directors in connection with the Meeting, the directors receive detailed performance information for the Fund at each regular Board meeting during the year.
At the Meeting, the directors reviewed performance information prepared by an independent service provider (the “15(c) service provider”), showing the performance of the Class A Shares of the Fund against a group of similar funds (“peer group”) and a larger group of similar funds (“peer universe”), each selected by the 15(c) service provider for the 1-year period ended July 31, 2022, and information prepared by the Adviser showing performance of the Class A Shares against a broad-based securities market index for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods ended July 31, 2022 and for the period from inception. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s investment performance was acceptable.
Advisory Fees and Other Expenses
The directors considered the advisory fee rate payable by the Fund to the Adviser and information prepared by the 15(c) service provider concerning advisory fee rates payable by other funds in the same category as the Fund. The directors noted that, from February 26, 2018 through April 29, 2021, the Fund’s Advisory Agreement had provided for a performance-based advisory fee. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of advisory fees because there are variations in the services that are included in the fees payable by other funds. The directors compared the Fund’s contractual effective advisory fee rate with a peer group median.
The directors also considered the Adviser’s fee schedule for other clients utilizing investment strategies similar to those of the Fund. For this purpose, they reviewed the relevant advisory fee information from the Adviser’s Form ADV and in a report from the Fund’s Senior Vice President and noted the differences between the Fund’s fee schedule, on the one hand, and the Adviser’s institutional fee schedule and the schedule of fees
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charged by the Adviser to any offshore funds and for services to any sub-advised funds utilizing investment strategies similar to those of the Fund, on the other. The directors noted that the Adviser may, in some cases, agree to fee rates with large institutional clients that are lower than those reviewed by the directors and that they had previously discussed with the Adviser its policies in respect of such arrangements.
The Adviser reviewed with the directors the significantly greater scope of the services it provides to the Fund relative to institutional, offshore fund and sub-advised fund clients. In this regard, the Adviser noted, among other things, that, compared to institutional and offshore or sub-advisory accounts, the Fund (i) demands considerably more portfolio management, research and trading resources due to significantly higher daily cash flows; (ii) has more tax and regulatory restrictions and compliance obligations; (iii) must prepare and file or distribute regulatory and other communications about fund operations; and (iv) must provide shareholder servicing to retail investors. The Adviser also reviewed the greater legal risks presented by the large and changing population of Fund shareholders who may assert claims against the Adviser in individual or class actions, and the greater entrepreneurial risk in offering new fund products, which require substantial investment to launch, may not succeed, and generally must be priced to compete with larger, more established funds resulting in lack of profitability to the Adviser until a new fund achieves scale. In light of the substantial differences in services rendered by the Adviser to institutional, offshore fund and sub-advised fund clients as compared to the Fund, and the different risk profile, the directors considered these fee comparisons inapt and did not place significant weight on them in their deliberations.
In connection with their review of the Fund’s advisory fee, the directors also considered the total expense ratio of the Class A Shares of the Fund in comparison to a peer group and a peer universe selected by the 15(c) service provider. The Class A expense ratio of the Fund was based on the Fund’s latest fiscal year and the directors considered the Adviser’s expense cap for the Fund. The directors noted that it was likely that the expense ratios of some of the other funds in the Fund’s category were lowered by waivers or reimbursements by those funds’ investment advisers, which in some cases might be voluntary or temporary. The directors view the expense ratio information as relevant to their evaluation of the Adviser’s services because the Adviser is responsible for coordinating services provided to the Fund by others. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s expense ratio was acceptable.
Economies of Scale
The directors noted that the advisory fee schedule for the Fund contains breakpoints that reduce the fee rates on assets above specified levels. The directors took into consideration prior presentations by an independent consultant on economies of scale in the mutual fund industry and for the
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AB Funds, and presentations from time to time by the Adviser concerning certain of its views on economies of scale. The directors also had requested and received from the Adviser certain updates on economies of scale in advance of the Meeting. The directors believe that economies of scale may be realized (if at all) by the Adviser across a variety of products and services, and not only in respect of a single fund. The directors noted that there is no established methodology for setting breakpoints that give effect to the fund-specific services provided by a fund’s adviser and to the economies of scale that an adviser may realize in its overall mutual fund business or those components of it which directly or indirectly affect a fund’s operations. The directors observed that in the mutual fund industry as a whole, as well as among funds similar to the Fund, there is no uniformity or pattern in the fees and asset levels at which breakpoints (if any) apply. The directors also noted that the advisory agreements for many funds do not have breakpoints at all. Having taken these factors into account, the directors concluded that the Fund’s shareholders would benefit from a sharing of economies of scale in the event the Fund’s net assets exceed a breakpoint in the future.
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AB FAMILY OF FUNDS
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We also offer Government Money Market Portfolio, which serves as the money market fund exchange vehicle for the AB mutual funds. You could lose money by investing in the Fund. Although the Fund seeks to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per share, it cannot guarantee it will do so. The Fund may impose a fee upon sale of your shares or may temporarily suspend your ability to sell shares if the Fund’s liquidity falls below required minimums because of market conditions or other factors. An investment in the Fund is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency. The Fund’s sponsor has no legal obligation to provide financial support to the Fund, and you should not expect that the sponsor will provide financial support to the Fund at any time.
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
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NOTES
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AB HIGH YIELD PORTFOLIO
1345 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10105
800 221 5672
HY-0152-0423
APR 04.30.23
SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
AB INCOME FUND
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Investment Products Offered | | • Are Not FDIC Insured • May Lose Value • Are Not Bank Guaranteed |
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
This shareholder report must be preceded or accompanied by the Fund’s prospectus for individuals who are not current shareholders of the Fund.
You may obtain a description of the Fund’s proxy voting policies and procedures, and information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30, without charge. Simply visit AB’s website at www.abfunds.com, or go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “Commission”) website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227 4618.
The Fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Commission for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The Fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the Commission’s website at www.sec.gov. AB publishes full portfolio holdings for the Fund monthly at www.abfunds.com.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (ABI) is the distributor of the AB family of mutual funds. ABI is a member of FINRA and is an affiliate of AllianceBernstein L.P., the Adviser of the funds.
The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P.
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FROM THE PRESIDENT | | |
Dear Shareholder,
We’re pleased to provide this report for the AB Income Fund (the “Fund”). Please review the discussion of Fund performance, the market conditions during the reporting period and the Fund’s investment strategy.
At AB, we’re striving to help our clients achieve better outcomes by:
+ | | Fostering diverse perspectives that give us a distinctive approach to navigating global capital markets |
+ | | Applying differentiated investment insights through a connected global research network |
+ | | Embracing innovation to design better ways to invest and leading-edge mutual-fund solutions |
Whether you’re an individual investor or a multibillion-dollar institution, we’re putting our knowledge and experience to work for you every day.
For more information about AB’s comprehensive range of products and shareholder resources, please log on to www.abfunds.com.
Thank you for your investment in AB mutual funds—and for placing your trust in our firm.
Sincerely,
Onur Erzan
President and Chief Executive Officer, AB Mutual Funds
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SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
June 7, 2023
This report provides management’s discussion of fund performance for the AB Income Fund for the semi-annual reporting period ended April 30, 2023.
The investment objective of the Fund is to seek high current income consistent with preservation of capital.
NAV RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Class A Shares | | | 8.21% | | | | -2.78% | |
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Class C Shares | | | 7.63% | | | | -3.65% | |
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Advisor Class Shares1 | | | 8.17% | | | | -2.69% | |
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Class Z Shares1 | | | 8.17% | | | | -2.67% | |
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Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index | | | 6.91% | | | | -0.43% | |
1 | Please note that these share classes are for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund, or through other limited or special arrangements approved by the Adviser, such as purchases by shareholders of the Fund’s Predecessor Fund. |
INVESTMENT RESULTS
The table above shows the Fund’s performance compared with its benchmark, the Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index, for the six- and 12-month periods ended April 30, 2023.
During the six-month period, all share classes outperformed the benchmark, before sales charges. Sector allocation was the primary contributor, relative to the benchmark, mostly from off-benchmark exposure to collateralized loan obligations, agency risk-sharing securities and emerging-market corporate bonds that added more than losses from an overweight to US Treasuries and an underweight to investment-grade corporate bonds. Yield-curve positioning also contributed, primarily due to an overweight on the five-year part of the curve that added more than a loss from being underweight to the 20-year part of the curve. Security selection detracted, mainly from selections among high-yield corporate bonds and commercial mortgage-backed securities (“CMBS”) that detracted more than gains within investment-grade corporates, US agency mortgages and emerging-market sovereign bonds. Country allocation and currency decisions did not meaningfully impact performance during the period.
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In the 12-month period, all share classes underperformed the benchmark, before sales charges. Yield-curve positioning was the largest detractor, as overweights on the two- to 10-year part of the curve and an underweight on the 20-year part of the curve detracted more than gains from an underweight on the 30-year part of the curve and an overweight on the six-month part of the curve. Security selection detracted, as losses from off-benchmark corporate bonds and emerging-market sovereign bonds were partially offset by a gain within CMBS. Sector allocation also had a negative impact on performance, primarily from an underweight to investment-grade corporate bonds and off-benchmark exposure to emerging-market corporate bonds, bank loans and collateralized loan obligations that were partially offset by off-benchmark exposure to agency risk-sharing securities and an underweight to US agency mortgages. Country allocation was a minor contributor, from exposure to Canada that exceeded a loss from exposure to Australia. Currency decisions did not materially impact performance results.
During both periods, the Fund used derivatives in the form of treasury futures and interest rate swaps to manage and hedge duration risk and/or to take active yield-curve positioning. Currency forwards were used to hedge foreign currency exposure. Credit default swaps were used to effectively gain exposure to specific sectors.
MARKET REVIEW AND INVESTMENT STRATEGY
During the six-month period ended April 30, 2023, fixed-income government bond market yields were volatile after peaking in October, as investors adjusted their expectations for inflation, growth and central bank tightening. Some major developed-market central banks started to reduce rate hikes toward the end of the period and pause further hikes as overall inflation began to fall. Stress in the global banking sector caused yields to fall sharply in March. Falling yields during the period led all major developed-market treasuries to post positive returns except in the UK. Developed-market government bonds rose the most in the US, Australia and Canada, and by the least in Germany. In corporate credit-risk sectors, investment-grade and high-yield corporates outperformed developed-market treasury markets by a wide margin. Corporate bonds in the US and eurozone also outperformed respective treasuries. Emerging-market hard-currency sovereign and corporate bonds hedged to the US dollar, as well as local-currency bonds, led risk sector returns as the US dollar fell against the vast majority of developed- and emerging-market currencies. Brent crude oil prices fell on global growth concerns.
The Fund’s Senior Investment Management Team (the “Team”) continues to pursue high income, while preserving capital by investing primarily in government bonds from both US and non-US issuers as well as corporate bonds, with scope to invest a select amount in below investment-grade
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bonds. The Team manages the Fund with a core fixed-income strategy through a global, multi-sector approach that seeks an attractive risk/return profile.
INVESTMENT POLICIES
The Fund pursues its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in income-producing securities. The Fund also normally invests at least 65% of its total assets in securities of US and foreign governments, their agencies or instrumentalities and repurchase agreements relating to US government securities.
The Fund normally invests at least 65% of its total assets in US dollar-denominated securities. The Fund may also invest up to 35% of its total assets in non-government fixed-income securities, including corporate debt securities, non-government mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities, certificates of deposit and commercial paper. The Fund may invest up to 35% of its net assets in below investment-grade securities (commonly known as “junk bonds”). The Fund may invest no more than 25% of its total assets in securities of issuers in any one country other than the US. The Fund’s investments in foreign securities may include investments in securities of emerging-market countries or of issuers in emerging markets.
The Adviser selects securities for purchase or sale based on its assessment of the securities’ risks and return characteristics as well as the securities’ impact on the overall risks and return characteristics of the Fund. In making this assessment, the Adviser takes into account various factors, including the credit quality and sensitivity to interest rates of the securities under consideration and of the Fund’s other holdings. The Fund may invest in fixed-income securities with any maturity or duration.
The Fund utilizes derivatives, such as options, futures contracts, forwards and swaps to a significant extent, subject to the limits of applicable law. The Fund may, for example, use credit default, interest rate and total return swaps to establish exposure to the fixed-income markets or particular fixed-income securities. Derivatives may provide a more efficient and economical exposure to market segments than direct investments, and may also be a more efficient way to alter the Fund’s exposure. The Fund may also enter into transactions such as reverse repurchase agreements that are similar to borrowings for investment purposes. The Fund’s use of derivatives and these borrowing transactions may create aggregate exposure that is substantially in excess of its net assets, effectively leveraging the Fund.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS
Benchmark Disclosure
The Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index is unmanaged and does not reflect fees and expenses associated with the active management of a mutual fund portfolio. The Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index represents the performance of securities within the US investment-grade fixed-rate bond market, with index components for government and corporate securities, mortgage pass-through securities, asset-backed securities and CMBS. The index is not leveraged, whereas the Fund utilizes leverage. An investor cannot invest directly in an index, and its results are not indicative of the performance for any specific investment, including the Fund.
A Word About Risk
Market Risk: The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the bond market fluctuates. The value of its investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
Credit Risk: An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security.
Below Investment-Grade Securities Risk: Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as “junk bonds”) are subject to higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to such factors as specific corporate developments and negative perceptions of the junk bond market generally and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities.
Interest-Rate Risk: Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
Duration Risk: Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to the full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk: This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline, as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities.
Foreign (Non-US) Risk: Investments in securities of non-US issuers may involve more risk than those of US issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Emerging-Market Risk: Investments in emerging-market countries may have more risk because the markets are less developed and less liquid and are subject to increased economic, political, regulatory or other uncertainties.
Currency Risk: Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments or reduce its returns.
Mortgage-Related and/or Other Asset-Backed Securities Risk: Investments in mortgage-related and other asset-backed securities are subject to certain additional risks. The value of these securities may be particularly sensitive to changes in interest rates. These risks include “extension risk”, which is the risk that, in periods of rising interest rates, issuers may delay the payment of principal, and “prepayment risk”, which is the risk that in periods of falling interest rates, issuers may pay principal sooner than expected, exposing the Fund to a lower rate of return upon reinvestment of principal. Mortgage-backed securities offered by non-governmental issuers and other asset-backed securities may be subject to other risks, such as higher rates of default in the mortgages or assets backing the securities or risks associated with the nature and servicing of mortgages or assets backing the securities.
Illiquid Investments Risk: Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest-rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally decline.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
Leverage Risk: To the extent the Fund uses leveraging techniques, its net asset value (“NAV”) may be more volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of changes in interest rates and any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments.
Derivatives Risk: Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Active Trading Risk: The Fund expects to engage in active and frequent trading of its portfolio securities and its portfolio turnover rate may greatly exceed 100%. A higher rate of portfolio turnover increases transaction costs, which may negatively affect the Fund’s return. In addition, a high rate of portfolio turnover may result in substantial short-term gains, which may have adverse tax consequences for Fund shareholders.
Management Risk: The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
These risks are fully discussed in the Fund’s prospectus. As with all investments, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
An Important Note About Historical Performance
The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate, so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Performance shown in this report represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by visiting www.abfunds.com.
All fees and expenses related to the operation of the Fund have been deducted. NAV returns do not reflect sales charges; if sales charges were reflected, the Fund’s quoted performance would be lower. SEC returns reflect the applicable sales charges for each
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
share class: a 4.25% maximum front-end sales charge for Class A shares and a 1% 1-year contingent deferred sales charge for Class C shares. Returns for the different share classes will vary due to different expenses associated with each class. Performance assumes reinvestment of distributions and does not account for taxes.
The Fund commenced operations on April 22, 2016. The Fund acquired the assets and liabilities of the AllianceBernstein Income Fund, Inc., a closed-end fund (the “Predecessor Fund”), effective at the close of business on April 21, 2016 (the “Reorganization”). The Fund has the same investment objective that the Predecessor Fund had and similar investment strategies and policies. In addition, the Fund has higher expenses (including transfer agency and shareholder servicing fees), and a different advisory fee arrangement than the Predecessor Fund had.
Performance information prior to April 22, 2016, shown in this report reflects the historical performance of the Predecessor Fund based on its NAV. Such performance information may not be representative of performance the Fund would have achieved as an open-end fund under its current investment strategies and policies and expense levels.
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE
AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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| | NAV Returns | | | SEC Returns (reflects applicable sales charges) | | | SEC Yields1 | |
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | | | | | | | | 5.74% | |
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1 Year | | | -2.78% | | | | -6.90% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 0.55% | | | | -0.31% | | | | | |
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Since Inception2 | | | 1.32% | | | | 0.71% | | | | | |
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CLASS C SHARES | | | | | | | | | | | 5.25% | |
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1 Year | | | -3.65% | | | | -4.58% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | -0.23% | | | | -0.23% | | | | | |
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Since Inception2,3 | | | 0.56% | | | | 0.56% | | | | | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES4,5 | | | | | | | | | | | 6.27% | |
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1 Year | | | -2.69% | | | | -2.69% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 0.80% | | | | 0.80% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.74% | | | | 1.74% | | | | | |
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CLASS Z SHARES5 | | | | | | | | | | | 6.32% | |
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1 Year | | | -2.67% | | | | -2.67% | | | | | |
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Since Inception2 | | | -1.76% | | | | -1.76% | | | | | |
The Fund’s current prospectus fee table shows the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios as 1.08%, 1.82%, 0.82% and 0.78% for Class A, Class C, Advisor Class and Class Z shares, respectively, gross of any fee waivers or expense reimbursements. Contractual fee waivers and/or expense reimbursements limited the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios, exclusive of acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest, interest expense, taxes, extraordinary expenses and brokerage commissions and other transaction costs, to 0.77%, 1.52%, 0.52% and 0.52% for Class A, Class C, Advisor Class and Class Z shares, respectively. These waivers/reimbursements may not be terminated before January 31, 2024. Absent reimbursements or waivers, performance would have been lower. The Financial Highlights section of this report sets forth expense ratio data for the current reporting period; the expense ratios shown above may differ from the expense ratios in the Financial Highlights section since they are based on different time periods.
1 | SEC yields are calculated based on SEC guidelines for the 30-day period ended April 30, 2023. |
2 | Inception dates: 4/21/2016 for all share classes except Class Z; 11/20/2019 for Class Z shares. |
3 | Assumes conversion of Class C shares into Class A shares after eight years. |
4 | Performance returns of Advisor Class shares for the periods prior to April 21, 2016, are based on the NAV per share of the Predecessor Fund. |
5 | These share classes are offered at NAV to eligible investors and their SEC returns are the same as their NAV returns. Please note that these share classes are for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund, or through other limited or special arrangements approved by the Adviser, such as purchases by shareholders of the Fund’s Predecessor Fund. |
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE (continued)
SEC AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS
AS OF THE MOST RECENT CALENDAR QUARTER-END
MARCH 31, 2023 (unaudited)
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -11.48% | |
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5 Years | | | -0.60% | |
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Since Inception1 | | | 0.58% | |
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1 Year | | | -9.20% | |
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5 Years | | | -0.50% | |
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Since Inception1,2 | | | 0.44% | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES3,4 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -7.39% | |
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5 Years | | | 0.50% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.88% | |
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1 Year | | | -7.37% | |
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Since Inception1 | | | -2.08% | |
1 | Inception dates: 4/21/2016 for all share classes except Class Z; 11/20/2019 for Class Z shares. |
2 | Assumes conversion of Class C shares into Class A shares after eight years. |
3 | Performance returns of Advisor Class shares for the periods prior to April 21, 2016, are based on the NAV per share of the Predecessor Fund. |
4 | Please note that these share classes are for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund, or through other limited or special arrangements approved by the Adviser, such as purchases by shareholders of the Fund’s Predecessor Fund. |
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE
(unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution (12b-1) fees; and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
The Example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period as indicated below.
Actual Expenses
The first line of the table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The second line of the table below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed annual rate of return of 5% before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds by comparing this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
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| | Beginning Account Value November 1, 2022 | | | Ending Account Value April 30, 2023 | | | Expenses Paid During Period* | | | Annualized Expense Ratio* | |
Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,082.10 | | | $ | 8.47 | | | | 1.64 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,016.66 | | | $ | 8.20 | | | | 1.64 | % |
Class C | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,076.30 | | | $ | 12.30 | | | | 2.39 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,012.94 | | | $ | 11.93 | | | | 2.39 | % |
Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,081.70 | | | $ | 7.12 | | | | 1.38 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,017.95 | | | $ | 6.90 | | | | 1.38 | % |
Class Z | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,081.70 | | | $ | 7.12 | | | | 1.38 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,017.95 | | | $ | 6.90 | | | | 1.38 | % |
* | Expenses are equal to the classes’ annualized expense ratios, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 181/365 (to reflect the one-half year period). |
** | Assumes 5% annual return before expenses. |
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PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
PORTFOLIO STATISTICS
Net Assets ($mil): $2,647.2
1 | The Fund’s security type breakdown is expressed as a percentage of total investments and may vary over time. The Fund also enters into derivative transactions, which may be used for hedging or investment purposes (see “Portfolio of Investments” section of the report for additional details). “Other” security type weightings represent 0.3% or less in the following types: Common Stocks, Governments–Sovereign Bonds, Local Governments–US Municipal Bonds, Preferred Stocks and Warrants. |
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PORTFOLIO SUMMARY (continued)
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
1 | The Fund’s country breakdown is expressed as a percentage of total investments and may vary over time. The Fund also enters into derivative transactions, which may be used for hedging or investment purposes (see “Portfolio of Investments” section of the report for additional details). “Other” country weightings represent 0.4% or less in the following: Angola, Australia, Belgium, Cayman Islands, Chile, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Finland, Ghana, Guatemala, Hong Kong, Hungary, Indonesia, Israel, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Luxembourg, Macau, Morocco, Netherlands, Nigeria, Norway, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, Senegal, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and Ukraine. |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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GOVERNMENTS - TREASURIES – 68.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Canada – 5.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Canadian Government Bond 1.00%, 09/01/2026 | | | CAD | | | | 225,418 | | | $ | 154,955,942 | |
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United States – 63.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bonds 3.00%, 08/15/2052(a)(b) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 49,257 | | | | 43,207,186 | |
U.S. Treasury Notes 2.875%, 05/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 335,429 | | | | 320,387,297 | |
3.875%, 12/31/2027 | | | | | | | 2,815 | | | | 2,849,884 | |
4.125%, 01/31/2025 | | | | | | | 6,700 | | | | 6,685,344 | |
4.125%, 09/30/2027(b)(c)(d) | | | | | | | 351,519 | | | | 358,878,725 | |
4.125%, 10/31/2027(a) | | | | | | | 471,602 | | | | 481,770,816 | |
4.375%, 10/31/2024(b) | | | | | | | 455,821 | | | | 455,393,767 | |
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Total Governments - Treasuries (cost $1,812,444,222) | | | | | | | | | | | 1,824,128,961 | |
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MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGHS – 20.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Agency Fixed Rate 30-Year – 20.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Series 2020 2.50%, 08/01/2050 | | | | | | | 48,284 | | | | 42,368,634 | |
2.50%, 09/01/2050 | | | | | | | 36,889 | | | | 32,357,993 | |
4.50%, 02/01/2050 | | | | | | | 2,428 | | | | 2,421,968 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association Series 1998 8.00%, 06/01/2028 | | | | | | | 1 | | | | 956 | |
Series 1999 7.50%, 11/01/2029 | | | | | | | 5 | | | | 4,882 | |
Series 2020 4.50%, 02/01/2050 | | | | | | | 5,994 | | | | 5,964,963 | |
Government National Mortgage Association Series 2023 4.00%, 05/01/2053, TBA | | | | | | | 13,732 | | | | 13,200,909 | |
4.50%, 05/01/2053, TBA | | | | | | | 70,886 | | | | 69,491,066 | |
Uniform Mortgage-Backed Security Series 2023 3.00%, 05/01/2053, TBA | | | | | | | 61,874 | | | | 55,602,135 | |
3.50%, 05/01/2053, TBA | | | | | | | 82,946 | | | | 77,127,168 | |
4.00%, 05/01/2053, TBA | | | | | | | 44,832 | | | | 42,856,424 | |
4.50%, 05/01/2053, TBA | | | | | | | 133,971 | | | | 130,904,545 | |
5.00%, 05/01/2053, TBA | | | | | | | 62,077 | | | | 61,723,203 | |
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Total Mortgage Pass-Throughs (cost $552,878,692) | | | | | | | | | | | 534,024,846 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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CORPORATES - INVESTMENT GRADE – 18.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Financial Institutions – 12.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Banking – 8.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AIB Group PLC 4.263%, 04/10/2025(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 5,750 | | | $ | 5,643,395 | |
7.583%, 10/14/2026(e) | | | | | | | 8,459 | | | | 8,733,748 | |
Ally Financial, Inc. 8.00%, 11/01/2031 | | | | | | | 75 | | | | 79,155 | |
Banco de Credito del Peru S.A. 3.125%, 07/01/2030(e) | | | | | | | 3,765 | | | | 3,453,917 | |
Banco Santander Mexico SA Institucion de Banca Multiple Grupo Financiero Santand 5.375%, 04/17/2025(e) | | | | | | | 3,998 | | | | 3,975,011 | |
Banco Santander SA 3.225%, 11/22/2032 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 160,272 | |
4.175%, 03/24/2028 | | | | | | | 2,800 | | | | 2,659,888 | |
Bank of America Corp. 6.204%, 11/10/2028 | | | | | | | 5,206 | | | | 5,429,962 | |
Bank of Ireland Group PLC 6.253%, 09/16/2026(e) | | | | | | | 2,167 | | | | 2,162,904 | |
Barclays PLC 6.125%, 12/15/2025(f) | | | | | | | 7,868 | | | | 6,776,944 | |
7.125%, 06/15/2025(f) | | | GBP | | | | 333 | | | | 372,258 | |
7.385%, 11/02/2028 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 3,394 | | | | 3,624,860 | |
BBVA Bancomer SA/Texas 5.875%, 09/13/2034(e) | | | | | | | 5,343 | | | | 4,799,684 | |
BNP Paribas SA 4.625%, 02/25/2031(e)(f) | | | | | | | 2,545 | | | | 1,816,367 | |
BPCE SA 5.975%, 01/18/2027(e) | | | | | | | 5,330 | | | | 5,373,813 | |
Capital One Financial Corp. 5.468%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | | | 2,537 | | | | 2,495,292 | |
Citigroup, Inc. 3.875%, 02/18/2026(f) | | | | | | | 3,286 | | | | 2,801,216 | |
9.341% (LIBOR 3 Month + 4.07%), 07/30/2023(f)(g) | | | | | | | 846 | | | | 842,557 | |
Series U 5.00%, 09/12/2024(f) | | | | | | | 2,540 | | | | 2,375,154 | |
Series V 4.70%, 01/30/2025(f) | | | | | | | 1,811 | | | | 1,593,644 | |
Series W 4.00%, 12/10/2025(f) | | | | | | | 2,865 | | | | 2,500,457 | |
Credit Agricole SA 8.125%, 12/23/2025(e)(f) | | | | | | | 4,972 | | | | 4,928,246 | |
Credit Suisse Group AG 6.373%, 07/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,114 | | | | 1,086,629 | |
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Danske Bank A/S 3.244%, 12/20/2025(e) | | U.S.$ | | | 200 | | | $ | 190,820 | |
4.298%, 04/01/2028(e) | | | | | 4,773 | | | | 4,529,052 | |
6.466%, 01/09/2026(e) | | | | | 3,667 | | | | 3,679,504 | |
Deutsche Bank AG/New York NY 1.447%, 04/01/2025 | | | | | 150 | | | | 141,408 | |
6.119%, 07/14/2026 | | | | | 4,938 | | | | 4,883,188 | |
6.72%, 01/18/2029 | | | | | 2,408 | | | | 2,448,888 | |
7.079%, 02/10/2034 | | | | | 2,615 | | | | 2,436,631 | |
Discover Financial Services 6.70%, 11/29/2032 | | | | | 2,653 | | | | 2,806,635 | |
First-Citizens Bank & Trust Co. 3.929%, 06/19/2024 | | | | | 5 | | | | 4,930 | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The) 3.102%, 02/24/2033 | | | | | 293 | | | | 252,258 | |
HSBC Holdings PLC 4.60%, 12/17/2030(f) | | | | | 1,030 | | | | 779,638 | |
4.762%, 03/29/2033 | | | | | 3,659 | | | | 3,374,220 | |
6.375%, 03/30/2025(f) | | | | | 468 | | | | 443,196 | |
ING Groep NV 6.50%, 04/16/2025(f) | | | | | 3,085 | | | | 2,859,024 | |
6.75%, 04/16/2024(e)(f) | | | | | 3,383 | | | | 3,180,088 | |
Intesa Sanpaolo SpA 5.017%, 06/26/2024(e) | | | | | 999 | | | | 974,285 | |
7.00%, 11/21/2025(e) | | | | | 1,036 | | | | 1,058,108 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. 4.912%, 07/25/2033 | | | | | 309 | | | | 307,677 | |
KBC Group NV 5.796%, 01/19/2029(e) | | | | | 1,193 | | | | 1,209,440 | |
Lloyds Banking Group PLC 5.871%, 03/06/2029 | | | | | 7,167 | | | | 7,330,264 | |
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. 5.475%, 02/22/2031 | | | | | 963 | | | | 977,628 | |
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. 5.667%, 05/27/2029 | | | | | 6,612 | | | | 6,735,711 | |
5.739%, 05/27/2031 | | | | | 6,612 | | | | 6,771,085 | |
Morgan Stanley 4.21%, 04/20/2028 | | | | | 3,639 | | | | 3,528,011 | |
6.296%, 10/18/2028 | | | | | 10,098 | | | | 10,610,171 | |
Nationwide Building Society 4.302%, 03/08/2029(e) | | | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,893,260 | |
NatWest Group PLC 4.269%, 03/22/2025 | | | | | 3,161 | | | | 3,116,145 | |
7.472%, 11/10/2026 | | | | | 2,381 | | | | 2,487,288 | |
Nordea Bank Abp 6.625%, 03/26/2026(e)(f) | | | | | 8,725 | | | | 8,200,802 | |
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PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (The) Series O 8.977% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.68%), 08/01/2023(f)(g) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,247 | | | $ | 1,243,558 | |
Santander Holdings USA, Inc. 6.499%, 03/09/2029 | | | | | | | 6,998 | | | | 7,032,290 | |
Santander UK Group Holdings PLC 6.833%, 11/21/2026 | | | | | | | 10,499 | | | | 10,685,462 | |
Societe Generale SA 6.447%, 01/12/2027(e) | | | | | | | 10,270 | | | | 10,365,716 | |
Standard Chartered PLC 6.17%, 01/09/2027(e) | | | | | | | 2,054 | | | | 2,083,660 | |
6.783% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.51%), 01/30/2027(e)(f)(g) | | | | | | | 7,500 | | | | 6,600,000 | |
State Street Corp. 4.821%, 01/26/2034 | | | | | | | 186 | | | | 185,405 | |
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. 5.71%, 01/13/2030 | | | | | | | 7,605 | | | | 7,874,521 | |
Swedbank AB Series NC5 5.625%, 09/17/2024(e)(f) | | | | | | | 8,800 | | | | 8,296,992 | |
Truist Financial Corp. 1.95%, 06/05/2030 | | | | | | | 172 | | | | 138,565 | |
5.122%, 01/26/2034 | | | | | | | 840 | | | | 814,355 | |
Series Q 5.10%, 03/01/2030(f) | | | | | | | 12,605 | | | | 11,146,223 | |
UBS Group AG 4.375%, 02/10/2031(e)(f) | | | | | | | 4,958 | | | | 3,430,143 | |
7.00%, 02/19/2025(e)(f) | | | | | | | 211 | | | | 200,066 | |
UniCredit SpA 1.982%, 06/03/2027(e) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 221,438 | |
2.569%, 09/22/2026(e) | | | | | | | 3,984 | | | | 3,622,731 | |
US Bancorp 4.839%, 02/01/2034 | | | | | | | 548 | | | | 524,348 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 235,360,201 | |
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Brokerage – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Nomura Holdings, Inc. 5.709%, 01/09/2026 | | | | | | | 6,517 | | | | 6,547,043 | |
Voya Financial, Inc. 5.65%, 05/15/2053 | | | | | | | 12,065 | | | | 12,058,606 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 18,605,649 | |
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Finance – 0.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Aircastle Ltd. 2.85%, 01/26/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,242 | | | | 1,080,416 | |
4.40%, 09/25/2023 | | | | | | | 1,716 | | | | 1,701,895 | |
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Aviation Capital Group LLC 4.125%, 08/01/2025(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,592 | | | $ | 1,520,487 | |
4.375%, 01/30/2024(e) | | | | | | | 1,694 | | | | 1,665,100 | |
4.875%, 10/01/2025(e) | | | | | | | 1,315 | | | | 1,273,656 | |
Huarong Finance 2017 Co., Ltd. 4.25%, 11/07/2027(e) | | | | | | | 273 | | | | 227,665 | |
4.75%, 04/27/2027(e) | | | | | | | 400 | | | | 346,450 | |
Huarong Finance II Co., Ltd. 4.625%, 06/03/2026(e) | | | | | | | 630 | | | | 557,471 | |
4.875%, 11/22/2026(e) | | | | | | | 737 | | | | 648,468 | |
5.50%, 01/16/2025(e) | | | | | | | 5,167 | | | | 4,901,545 | |
REC Ltd. 5.625%, 04/11/2028(e) | | | | | | | 648 | | | | 650,547 | |
Synchrony Financial 3.95%, 12/01/2027 | | | | | | | 9,789 | | | | 8,639,674 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 23,213,374 | |
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Insurance – 1.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ACE Capital Trust II 9.70%, 04/01/2030 | | | | | | | 750 | | | | 896,115 | |
Assicurazioni Generali SpA 5.50%, 10/27/2047(e) | | | EUR | | | | 6,630 | | | | 7,335,772 | |
Credit Agricole Assurances SA 4.75%, 09/27/2048(e) | | | | | | | 3,200 | | | | 3,373,261 | |
Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. 8.30%, 04/15/2026 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,285,900 | |
Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The) Series ICON 6.989% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.12%), 02/12/2047(e)(g) | | | | | | | 3,275 | | | | 2,656,385 | |
MetLife Capital Trust IV 7.875%, 12/15/2037(e) | | | | | | | 4,117 | | | | 4,359,409 | |
Prudential Financial, Inc. 5.20%, 03/15/2044 | | | | | | | 4,029 | | | | 3,862,360 | |
5.625%, 06/15/2043 | | | | | | | 2,868 | | | | 2,862,924 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 30,632,126 | |
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REITs – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Boston Properties LP 6.75%, 12/01/2027 | | | | | | | 3,440 | | | | 3,503,090 | |
GLP Capital LP/GLP Financing II, Inc. 5.375%, 04/15/2026 | | | | | | | 283 | | | | 280,388 | |
Spirit Realty LP 2.10%, 03/15/2028 | | | | | | | 3,911 | | | | 3,310,270 | |
3.40%, 01/15/2030 | | | | | | | 1,800 | | | | 1,555,812 | |
STORE Capital Corp. 4.625%, 03/15/2029 | | | | | | �� | 1,143 | | | | 1,015,110 | |
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Trust Fibra Uno 4.869%, 01/15/2030(a)(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 4,814 | | | $ | 4,070,237 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 13,734,907 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 321,546,257 | |
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Industrial – 5.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Anglo American Capital PLC 5.625%, 04/01/2030(e) | | | | | | | 3,960 | | | | 4,002,817 | |
Arconic Corp. 6.00%, 05/15/2025(e) | | | | | | | 765 | | | | 764,518 | |
Braskem Netherlands Finance BV 4.50%, 01/31/2030(e) | | | | | | | 408 | | | | 342,598 | |
7.25%, 02/13/2033(e) | | | | | | | 2,713 | | | | 2,585,421 | |
Celanese US Holdings LLC 6.05%, 03/15/2025 | | | | | | | 1,124 | | | | 1,128,440 | |
CF Industries, Inc. 4.95%, 06/01/2043 | | | | | | | 75 | | | | 65,451 | |
Freeport Indonesia PT 4.763%, 04/14/2027(e) | | | | | | | 964 | | | | 950,323 | |
Gold Fields Orogen Holdings BVI Ltd. 5.125%, 05/15/2024(e) | | | | | | | 1,445 | | | | 1,435,788 | |
MEGlobal Canada ULC 5.00%, 05/18/2025(e) | | | | | | | 1,988 | | | | 1,974,705 | |
Nexa Resources SA 5.375%, 05/04/2027(e) | | | | | | | 1,441 | | | | 1,354,540 | |
Suzano Austria GmbH 3.75%, 01/15/2031 | | | | | | | 2,135 | | | | 1,801,940 | |
5.00%, 01/15/2030 | | | | | | | 1,260 | | | | 1,179,360 | |
Series DM3N 3.125%, 01/15/2032 | | | | | | | 427 | | | | 338,398 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 17,924,299 | |
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Capital Goods – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
General Electric Co. Series D 8.196% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.33%), 06/15/2023(f)(g) | | | | | | | 553 | | | | 553,199 | |
Regal Rexnord Corp. 6.30%, 02/15/2030(e) | | | | | | | 1,078 | | | | 1,096,272 | |
6.40%, 04/15/2033(e) | | | | | | | 1,275 | | | | 1,298,983 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 2,948,454 | |
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Communications - Media – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Directv Financing LLC/Directv Financing Co-Obligor, Inc. 5.875%, 08/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 2,691 | | | | 2,361,595 | |
Prosus NV 3.68%, 01/21/2030(e) | | | | | | | 5,224 | | | | 4,425,054 | |
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Telecomunicaciones Digitales SA 4.50%, 01/30/2030(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 433 | | | $ | 355,331 | |
Weibo Corp. 3.50%, 07/05/2024 | | | | | | | 4,574 | | | | 4,454,790 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 11,596,770 | |
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Communications - Telecommunications – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Sprint Spectrum Co. LLC/Sprint Spectrum Co. II LLC/Sprint Spectrum Co. III LLC 4.738%, 03/20/2025(e) | | | | | | | 995 | | | | 987,289 | |
5.152%, 03/20/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,990 | | | | 1,977,741 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 2,965,030 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
General Motors Financial Co., Inc. 5.85%, 04/06/2030 | | | | | | | 6,415 | | | | 6,409,611 | |
Harley-Davidson Financial Services, Inc. 3.05%, 02/14/2027(e) | | | | | | | 655 | | | | 592,389 | |
6.50%, 03/10/2028(e) | | | | | | | 10,280 | | | | 10,406,444 | |
Nissan Motor Acceptance Co. LLC 1.85%, 09/16/2026(e) | | | | | | | 96 | | | | 82,041 | |
2.45%, 09/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 768 | | | | 615,851 | |
2.75%, 03/09/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,294 | | | | 1,076,414 | |
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. 4.81%, 09/17/2030(e) | | | | | | | 247 | | | | 216,925 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 19,399,675 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Lennar Corp. 4.75%, 11/29/2027 | | | | | | | 75 | | | | 74,284 | |
PulteGroup, Inc. 6.375%, 05/15/2033 | | | | | | | 2,868 | | | | 3,043,665 | |
Resorts World Las Vegas LLC/RWLV Capital, Inc. 4.625%, 04/16/2029(e) | | | | | | | 1,100 | | | | 887,073 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 4,005,022 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Retailers – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Macy’s Retail Holdings LLC 5.875%, 03/15/2030(e) | | | | | | | 985 | | | | 873,931 | |
6.125%, 03/15/2032(e) | | | | | | | 1,510 | | | | 1,321,688 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 2,195,619 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BAT Capital Corp. 4.906%, 04/02/2030 | | | | | | | 7,540 | | | | 7,271,274 | |
7.75%, 10/19/2032 | | | | | | | 15 | | | | 16,616 | |
Charles River Laboratories International, Inc. 4.00%, 03/15/2031(e) | | | | | | | 423 | | | | 368,188 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 7,656,078 | |
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Energy – 1.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Continental Resources, Inc./OK 5.75%, 01/15/2031(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 2,501 | | | $ | 2,437,400 | |
Ecopetrol SA 5.875%, 11/02/2051 | | | | | | | 1,495 | | | | 945,401 | |
6.875%, 04/29/2030 | | | | | | | 4,658 | | | | 4,151,442 | |
8.875%, 01/13/2033 | | | | | | | 440 | | | | 425,425 | |
Hess Corp. 7.30%, 08/15/2031 | | | | | | | 5,128 | | | | 5,765,000 | |
Hunt Oil Co. of Peru LLC Sucursal Del Peru 6.375%, 06/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 999 | | | | 951,093 | |
Occidental Petroleum Corp. 5.875%, 09/01/2025 | | | | | | | 38 | | | | 38,519 | |
8.875%, 07/15/2030 | | | | | | | 891 | | | | 1,046,488 | |
Oleoducto Central SA 4.00%, 07/14/2027(e) | | | | | | | 1,169 | | | | 1,028,209 | |
Raizen Fuels Finance SA 5.30%, 01/20/2027(e) | | | | | | | 2,218 | | | | 2,179,629 | |
Tengizchevroil Finance Co. International Ltd. 3.25%, 08/15/2030(e) | | | | | | | 1,918 | | | | 1,443,055 | |
Var Energi ASA 7.50%, 01/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 2,892 | | | | 3,057,336 | |
8.00%, 11/15/2032(e) | | | | | | | 1,436 | | | | 1,559,166 | |
Western Midstream Operating LP 3.95%, 06/01/2025 | | | | | | | 159 | | | | 153,239 | |
4.30%, 02/01/2030(h) | | | | | | | 1,171 | | | | 1,072,250 | |
4.65%, 07/01/2026 | | | | | | | 1,558 | | | | 1,516,838 | |
4.75%, 08/15/2028 | | | | | | | 490 | | | | 471,610 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 28,242,100 | |
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Technology – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Baidu, Inc. 3.425%, 04/07/2030 | | | | | | | 225 | | | | 204,581 | |
Entegris Escrow Corp. 4.75%, 04/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 7,688 | | | | 7,151,685 | |
Jabil, Inc. 5.45%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | | | 1,012 | | | | 1,018,022 | |
Lenovo Group Ltd. 3.421%, 11/02/2030(e) | | | | | | | 509 | | | | 428,292 | |
5.831%, 01/27/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,585 | | | | 1,596,689 | |
Micron Technology, Inc. 6.75%, 11/01/2029 | | | | | | | 5,492 | | | | 5,791,918 | |
NXP BV/NXP Funding LLC 5.55%, 12/01/2028 | | | | | | | 1,130 | | | | 1,153,515 | |
SK Hynix, Inc. 6.25%, 01/17/2026(e) | | | | | | | 582 | | | | 582,111 | |
6.375%, 01/17/2028(e) | | | | | | | 918 | | | | 921,268 | |
6.50%, 01/17/2033(e) | | | | | | | 787 | | | | 780,999 | |
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Western Digital Corp. 2.85%, 02/01/2029 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 185 | | | $ | 146,270 | |
3.10%, 02/01/2032 | | | | | | | 522 | | | | 377,986 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 20,153,336 | |
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Transportation - Airlines – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Delta Air Lines, Inc./SkyMiles IP Ltd. 4.75%, 10/20/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,640 | | | | 1,591,686 | |
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Transportation - Railroads – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Lima Metro Line 2 Finance Ltd. 4.35%, 04/05/2036(e) | | | | | | | 530 | | | | 468,499 | |
5.875%, 07/05/2034(e) | | | | | | | 1,533 | | | | 1,475,635 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,944,134 | |
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Transportation - Services – 0.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Adani Ports & Special Economic Zone Ltd. 4.00%, 07/30/2027(e) | | | | | | | 4,585 | | | | 3,833,633 | |
AerCap Global Aviation Trust 6.50%, 06/15/2045(e) | | | | | | | 1,944 | | | | 1,828,332 | |
ERAC USA Finance LLC 4.599%, 05/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 4,240 | | | | 4,229,697 | |
4.90%, 05/01/2033(e) | | | | | | | 5,139 | | | | 5,138,794 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 15,030,456 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 135,652,659 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Utility – 1.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 1.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Adani Transmission Step-One Ltd. 4.00%, 08/03/2026(e) | | | | | | | 3,064 | | | | 2,606,890 | |
AES Panama Generation Holdings SRL 4.375%, 05/31/2030(e) | | | | | | | 2,474 | | | | 2,133,850 | |
Chile Electricity PEC SpA Zero Coupon, 01/25/2028(e) | | | | | | | 3,169 | | | | 2,360,509 | |
Colbun SA 3.15%, 03/06/2030(e) | | | | | | | 209 | | | | 182,588 | |
ComEd Financing III 6.35%, 03/15/2033 | | | | | | | 3,462 | | | | 3,491,773 | |
Cometa Energia SA de CV 6.375%, 04/24/2035(e) | | | | | | | 1,449 | | | | 1,387,299 | |
Empresa Electrica Cochrane SpA 5.50%, 05/14/2027(e) | | | | | | | 281 | | | | 259,650 | |
Empresas Publicas de Medellin ESP 4.25%, 07/18/2029(e) | | | | | | | 3,775 | | | | 2,951,106 | |
4.375%, 02/15/2031(e) | | | | | | | 5,315 | | | | 3,940,740 | |
Enel Finance International NV 7.50%, 10/14/2032(e) | | | | | | | 2,493 | | | | 2,790,340 | |
Engie Energia Chile SA 3.40%, 01/28/2030(e) | | | | | | | 6,432 | | | | 5,269,416 | |
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Kallpa Generacion SA 4.125%, 08/16/2027(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 2,562 | | | $ | 2,352,717 | |
LLPL Capital Pte Ltd. 6.875%, 02/04/2039(e) | | | | | | | 2,887 | | | | 2,588,539 | |
NextEra Energy Capital Holdings, Inc. 6.051%, 03/01/2025 | | | | | | | 957 | | | | 972,924 | |
NRG Energy, Inc. 7.00%, 03/15/2033(e) | | | | | | | 992 | | | | 1,030,490 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 34,318,831 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Corporates - Investment Grade (cost $513,665,191) | | | | | | | | | | | 491,517,747 | |
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CORPORATES - NON-INVESTMENT GRADE – 9.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 8.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ASP Unifrax Holdings, Inc. 5.25%, 09/30/2028(e) | | | | | | | 277 | | | | 228,267 | |
7.50%, 09/30/2029(e) | | | | | | | 280 | | | | 202,544 | |
ERP Iron Ore LLC 9.039%, 12/31/2019(i)(j)(k)(l)(m) | | | | | | | 118 | | | | 78,879 | |
FMG Resources (August 2006) Pty Ltd. 6.125%, 04/15/2032(e) | | | | | | | 3,761 | | | | 3,639,068 | |
Graphic Packaging International LLC 4.75%, 07/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 32 | | | | 30,950 | |
INEOS Quattro Finance 1 PLC 3.75%, 07/15/2026(e) | | | EUR | | | | 107 | | | | 103,255 | |
Magnetation LLC/Mag Finance Corp. 11.00%, 05/15/2018(i)(j)(k)(l)(n) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,407 | | | | – 0 | – |
SCIL IV LLC/SCIL USA Holdings LLC 5.375%, 11/01/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,782 | | | | 1,640,331 | |
Sealed Air Corp./Sealed Air Corp. US 6.125%, 02/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 667 | | | | 677,359 | |
Vibrantz Technologies, Inc. 9.00%, 02/15/2030(e) | | | | | | | 4,043 | | | | 3,118,042 | |
WR Grace Holdings LLC 4.875%, 06/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 328 | | | | 312,017 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 10,030,712 | |
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Capital Goods – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bombardier, Inc. 7.875%, 04/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 82 | | | | 81,797 | |
Chart Industries, Inc. 7.50%, 01/01/2030(e) | | | | | | | 674 | | | | 695,191 | |
Clean Harbors, Inc. 6.375%, 02/01/2031(e) | | | | | | | 249 | | | | 254,202 | |
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Eco Material Technologies, Inc. 7.875%, 01/31/2027(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 2,807 | | | $ | 2,692,587 | |
Gates Global LLC/Gates Corp. 6.25%, 01/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 771 | | | | 763,290 | |
LSB Industries, Inc. 6.25%, 10/15/2028(e)(h) | | | | | | | 1,402 | | | | 1,238,232 | |
TK Elevator Holdco GmbH 7.625%, 07/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,008 | | | | 897,140 | |
TK Elevator US Newco, Inc. 5.25%, 07/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 743 | | | | 694,460 | |
TransDigm, Inc. 6.25%, 03/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 33 | | | | 33,158 | |
Triumph Group, Inc. 7.75%, 08/15/2025 | | | | | | | 362 | | | | 336,573 | |
Trivium Packaging Finance BV 3.75%, 08/15/2026(e) | | | EUR | | | | 100 | | | | 101,428 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 7,788,058 | |
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Communications - Media – 1.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advantage Sales & Marketing, Inc. 6.50%, 11/15/2028(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 4,764 | | | | 3,667,708 | |
Altice Financing SA 5.75%, 08/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 3,670 | | | | 2,929,027 | |
AMC Networks, Inc. 4.25%, 02/15/2029 | | | | | | | 3,809 | | | | 2,639,942 | |
Banijay Entertainment SASU 3.50%, 03/01/2025(e) | | | EUR | | | | 600 | | | | 643,865 | |
5.375%, 03/01/2025(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 455 | | | | 445,763 | |
CCO Holdings LLC/CCO Holdings Capital Corp. 4.50%, 08/15/2030(e) | | | | | | | 688 | | | | 580,287 | |
4.50%, 06/01/2033(e) | | | | | | | 6,459 | | | | 5,149,890 | |
4.75%, 02/01/2032(e) | | | | | | | 519 | | | | 429,504 | |
CSC Holdings LLC 4.625%, 12/01/2030(e) | | | | | | | 547 | | | | 266,821 | |
5.75%, 01/15/2030(e) | | | | | | | 728 | | | | 371,316 | |
DISH DBS Corp. 5.125%, 06/01/2029 | | | | | | | 635 | | | | 293,560 | |
5.25%, 12/01/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,033 | | | | 788,448 | |
7.75%, 07/01/2026 | | | | | | | 302 | | | | 174,369 | |
iHeartCommunications, Inc. 6.375%, 05/01/2026 | | | | | | | 0 | ** | | | 301 | |
McGraw-Hill Education, Inc. 5.75%, 08/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 3,282 | | | | 2,915,597 | |
National CineMedia LLC 5.875%, 04/15/2028(e)(j)(o) | | | | | | | 2,267 | | | | 809,795 | |
Sinclair Television Group, Inc. 5.50%, 03/01/2030(a)(e) | | | | | | | 2,251 | | | | 1,738,740 | |
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Sirius XM Radio, Inc. 4.00%, 07/15/2028(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 792 | | | $ | 669,367 | |
5.00%, 08/01/2027(e) | | | | | | | 1,786 | | | | 1,643,102 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 26,157,402 | |
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Communications - Telecommunications – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA 5.50%, 08/01/2023(i)(j)(l) | | | | | | | 4,941 | | | | – 0 | – |
Vmed O2 UK Financing I PLC 4.75%, 07/15/2031(e) | | | | | | | 1,329 | | | | 1,131,737 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,131,737 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 0.8% | |
Clarios Global LP/Clarios US Finance Co. 4.375%, 05/15/2026(e) | | | EUR | | | | 360 | | | | 379,305 | |
Dealer Tire LLC/DT Issuer LLC 8.00%, 02/01/2028(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 2,682 | | | | 2,486,321 | |
Exide Technologies (Exchange Priority) 11.00%, 10/31/2024(i)(j)(l)(n) | | | | | | | 2,273 | | | | – 0 | – |
(First Lien) 11.00%, 10/31/2024(i)(j)(l)(n) | | | | | | | 933 | | | | – 0 | – |
Ford Motor Co. 6.10%, 08/19/2032 | | | | | | | 4,859 | | | | 4,633,397 | |
IHO Verwaltungs GmbH 3.625% (3.625% Cash or 4.375% PIK), 05/15/2025(e)(m) | | | EUR | | | | 560 | | | | 616,243 | |
3.875% (3.875% Cash or 4.625% PIK), 05/15/2027(e)(m) | | | | | | | 623 | | | | 601,731 | |
8.75% (8.75% Cash or 9.50% PIK), 05/15/2028(e)(m) | | | | | | | 506 | | | | 565,375 | |
Jaguar Land Rover Automotive PLC 5.50%, 07/15/2029(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 2,707 | | | | 2,241,612 | |
7.75%, 10/15/2025(e) | | | | | | | 1,661 | | | | 1,650,536 | |
Mclaren Finance PLC 7.50%, 08/01/2026(e) | | | | | | | 6,471 | | | | 5,325,633 | |
PM General Purchaser LLC 9.50%, 10/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,509 | | | | 1,430,109 | |
ZF North America Capital, Inc. 6.875%, 04/14/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,328 | | | | 1,365,357 | |
7.125%, 04/14/2030(e) | | | | | | | 1,328 | | | | 1,371,386 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 22,667,005 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Entertainment – 1.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Carnival Corp. 4.00%, 08/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,841 | | | | 1,596,239 | |
5.75%, 03/01/2027(e) | | | | | | | 2,598 | | | | 2,137,868 | |
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9.875%, 08/01/2027(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,508 | | | $ | 1,547,434 | |
Cedar Fair LP/Canada’s Wonderland Co./Magnum Management Corp./Millennium Op 5.50%, 05/01/2025(e) | | | | | | | 8,053 | | | | 8,032,304 | |
Lindblad Expeditions LLC 6.75%, 02/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 779 | | | | 737,121 | |
NCL Corp., Ltd. 8.375%, 02/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,524 | | | | 1,536,832 | |
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. 5.375%, 07/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 433 | | | | 384,777 | |
5.50%, 08/31/2026(e) | | | | | | | 82 | | | | 75,233 | |
5.50%, 04/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,617 | | | | 1,426,049 | |
7.25%, 01/15/2030(e) | | | | | | | 905 | | | | 907,905 | |
11.50%, 06/01/2025(e) | | | | | | | 2,358 | | | | 2,501,602 | |
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. 8.75%, 05/01/2025(e) | | | | | | | 4,017 | | | | 4,077,295 | |
Viking Cruises Ltd. 5.875%, 09/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 1,057 | | | | 906,631 | |
13.00%, 05/15/2025(e) | | | | | | | 888 | | | | 935,002 | |
Viking Ocean Cruises Ship VII Ltd. 5.625%, 02/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 1,376 | | | | 1,172,214 | |
VOC Escrow Ltd. 5.00%, 02/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 75 | | | | 66,800 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 28,041,306 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.3% | |
Adams Homes, Inc. 7.50%, 02/15/2025(e) | | | | | | | 1,585 | | | | 1,490,280 | |
Brookfield Residential Properties, Inc./Brookfield Residential US LLC 6.25%, 09/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 1,846 | | | | 1,691,361 | |
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. 7.00%, 02/15/2030(e) | | | | | | | 705 | | | | 711,810 | |
Hilton Grand Vacations Borrower Escrow LLC/Hilton Grand Vacations Borrower Esc 4.875%, 07/01/2031(e) | | | | | | | 140 | | | | 122,576 | |
5.00%, 06/01/2029(e) | | | | | | | 1,864 | | | | 1,686,864 | |
Installed Building Products, Inc. 5.75%, 02/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 846 | | | | 801,822 | |
MGM Resorts International 4.75%, 10/15/2028 | | | | | | | 104 | | | | 96,656 | |
Travel + Leisure Co. 6.625%, 07/31/2026(e) | | | | | | | 2,404 | | | | 2,399,913 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 9,001,282 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Restaurants – 0.1% | |
1011778 BC ULC/New Red Finance, Inc. 3.875%, 01/15/2028(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,546 | | | $ | 1,448,988 | |
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Arko Corp. 5.125%, 11/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 845 | | | | 684,382 | |
Bath & Body Works, Inc. 6.75%, 07/01/2036 | | | | | | | 704 | | | | 626,314 | |
6.875%, 11/01/2035 | | | | | | | 2,210 | | | | 1,990,061 | |
9.375%, 07/01/2025(e) | | | | | | | 185 | | | | 198,270 | |
FirstCash, Inc. 5.625%, 01/01/2030(e) | | | | | | | 66 | | | | 61,305 | |
Foundation Building Materials, Inc. 6.00%, 03/01/2029(e) | | | | | | | 1,143 | | | | 916,297 | |
Kontoor Brands, Inc. 4.125%, 11/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 2,225 | | | | 1,890,271 | |
Michaels Cos, Inc. (The) 7.875%, 05/01/2029(e) | | | | | | | 4,529 | | | | 3,031,667 | |
PetSmart, Inc./PetSmart Finance Corp. 7.75%, 02/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 1,480 | | | | 1,458,659 | |
Rite Aid Corp. 7.50%, 07/01/2025(e) | | | | | | | 1,748 | | | | 1,201,977 | |
SRS Distribution, Inc. 6.125%, 07/01/2029(e) | | | | | | | 548 | | | | 453,240 | |
Staples, Inc. 7.50%, 04/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 2,956 | | | | 2,497,052 | |
10.75%, 04/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 1,108 | | | | 744,609 | |
TPro Acquisition Corp. 11.00%, 10/15/2024(e) | | | | | | | 716 | | | | 714,897 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 16,469,001 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.6% | |
CHS/Community Health Systems, Inc. 6.875%, 04/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 2,079 | | | | 1,538,398 | |
DaVita, Inc. 4.625%, 06/01/2030(e) | | | | | | | 992 | | | | 864,518 | |
Embecta Corp. 5.00%, 02/15/2030(e) | | | | | | | 1,087 | | | | 937,592 | |
Garden Spinco Corp. 8.625%, 07/20/2030(e) | | | | | | | 1,594 | | | | 1,719,001 | |
Legacy LifePoint Health LLC 4.375%, 02/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 695 | | | | 591,626 | |
Mallinckrodt International Finance SA/Mallinckrodt CB LLC 10.00%, 06/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 163 | | | | 87,083 | |
Medline Borrower LP 3.875%, 04/01/2029(e) | | | | | | | 328 | | | | 286,931 | |
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5.25%, 10/01/2029(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,374 | | | $ | 1,188,359 | |
Newell Brands, Inc. 6.375%, 09/15/2027 | | | | | | | 1,534 | | | | 1,509,072 | |
6.625%, 09/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 1,534 | | | | 1,516,282 | |
Radiology Partners, Inc. 9.25%, 02/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 3,294 | | | | 1,487,076 | |
RegionalCare Hospital Partners Holdings, Inc./LifePoint Health, Inc. 9.75%, 12/01/2026(e) | | | | | | | 3,840 | | | | 3,194,957 | |
US Acute Care Solutions LLC 6.375%, 03/01/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,383 | | | | 1,239,113 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 16,160,008 | |
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Energy – 1.1% | |
Citgo Holding, Inc. 9.25%, 08/01/2024(e) | | | | | | | 737 | | | | 741,761 | |
CITGO Petroleum Corp. 7.00%, 06/15/2025(e) | | | | | | | 2,880 | | | | 2,865,369 | |
Crescent Energy Finance LLC 7.25%, 05/01/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,339 | | | | 1,281,624 | |
Encino Acquisition Partners Holdings LLC 8.50%, 05/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 826 | | | | 735,834 | |
EQM Midstream Partners LP 4.50%, 01/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 238 | | | | 202,724 | |
4.75%, 01/15/2031(e) | | | | | | | 538 | | | | 443,102 | |
Genesis Energy LP/Genesis Energy Finance Corp. 6.25%, 05/15/2026 | | | | | | | 487 | | | | 468,723 | |
6.50%, 10/01/2025 | | | | | | | 123 | | | | 120,680 | |
7.75%, 02/01/2028 | | | | | | | 3,367 | | | | 3,317,943 | |
8.00%, 01/15/2027 | | | | | | | 537 | | | | 535,996 | |
Global Partners LP/GLP Finance Corp. 6.875%, 01/15/2029 | | | | | | | 1,924 | | | | 1,792,668 | |
Gulfport Energy Corp. 6.00%, 10/15/2024(j) | | | | | | | 438 | | | | 276 | |
6.375%, 05/15/2025(j) | | | | | | | 1,351 | | | | 851 | |
6.375%, 01/15/2026(j) | | | | | | | 1,194 | | | | 752 | |
6.625%, 05/01/2023(j) | | | | | | | 236 | | | | 149 | |
8.00%, 05/17/2026(e) | | | | | | | 580 | | | | 582,638 | |
Harbour Energy PLC 5.50%, 10/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 403 | | | | 366,980 | |
Ithaca Energy North Sea PLC 9.00%, 07/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,684 | | | | 1,619,503 | |
ITT Holdings LLC 6.50%, 08/01/2029(e) | | | | | | | 2,772 | | | | 2,301,009 | |
Nabors Industries Ltd. 7.25%, 01/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 925 | | | | 872,367 | |
7.50%, 01/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,372 | | | | 1,251,538 | |
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New Fortress Energy, Inc. 6.75%, 09/15/2025(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,399 | | | $ | 1,335,108 | |
NGL Energy Operating LLC/NGL Energy Finance Corp. 7.50%, 02/01/2026(e) | | | | | | | 4,696 | | | | 4,520,557 | |
NuStar Logistics LP 6.375%, 10/01/2030 | | | | | | | 803 | | | | 773,506 | |
Summit Midstream Holdings LLC/Summit Midstream Finance Corp. 8.50%, 10/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,560 | | | | 1,504,433 | |
Tallgrass Energy Partners LP/Tallgrass Energy Finance Corp. 6.00%, 12/31/2030(e) | | | | | | | 565 | | | | 502,788 | |
6.00%, 09/01/2031(e) | | | | | | | 248 | | | | 221,509 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 28,360,388 | |
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Other Industrial – 0.1% | |
Ritchie Bros Holdings, Inc. 6.75%, 03/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 795 | | | | 822,642 | |
7.75%, 03/15/2031(e) | | | | | | | 728 | | | | 773,486 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,596,128 | |
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Services – 0.8% | |
ADT Security Corp. (The) 4.875%, 07/15/2032(e) | | | | | | | 90 | | | | 78,347 | |
Allied Universal Holdco LLC/Allied Universal Finance Corp. 9.75%, 07/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 1,513 | | | | 1,406,742 | |
ANGI Group LLC 3.875%, 08/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 458 | | | | 357,895 | |
APX Group, Inc. 5.75%, 07/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 2,079 | | | | 1,858,564 | |
6.75%, 02/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 967 | | | | 968,228 | |
Aramark Services, Inc. 5.00%, 02/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 677 | | | | 643,962 | |
Cars.com, Inc. 6.375%, 11/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 2,427 | | | | 2,300,019 | |
Garda World Security Corp. 9.50%, 11/01/2027(e) | | | | | | | 2,358 | | | | 2,260,167 | |
ION Trading Technologies SARL 5.75%, 05/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 284 | | | | 237,467 | |
Millennium Escrow Corp. 6.625%, 08/01/2026(e) | | | | | | | 3,319 | | | | 2,243,777 | |
Monitronics International, Inc. 0.00%, 04/01/2020(i)(j)(k)(l) | | | | | | | 1,835 | | | | – 0 | – |
MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC 5.75%, 11/01/2028(a)(e) | | | | | | | 4,123 | | | | 2,597,572 | |
Neptune Bidco US, Inc. 9.29%, 04/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 2,658 | | | | 2,501,843 | |
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Prime Security Services Borrower LLC/Prime Finance, Inc. 6.25%, 01/15/2028(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 473 | | | $ | 443,215 | |
Sabre GLBL, Inc. 11.25%, 12/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 5,077 | | | | 4,454,864 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 22,352,662 | |
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Technology – 0.4% | |
Cablevision Lightpath LLC 5.625%, 09/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,847 | | | | 1,350,896 | |
CommScope, Inc. 4.75%, 09/01/2029(e) | | | | | | | 68 | | | | 54,866 | |
Entegris Escrow Corp. 5.95%, 06/15/2030(e) | | | | | | | 2,001 | | | | 1,900,990 | |
Gen Digital, Inc. 6.75%, 09/30/2027(e) | | | | | | | 1,528 | | | | 1,539,995 | |
7.125%, 09/30/2030(e) | | | | | | | 1,528 | | | | 1,536,083 | |
NCR Corp. 5.125%, 04/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 1,017 | | | | 879,817 | |
5.75%, 09/01/2027(e) | | | | | | | 23 | | | | 22,511 | |
6.125%, 09/01/2029(e) | | | | | | | 366 | | | | 358,651 | |
Presidio Holdings, Inc. 4.875%, 02/01/2027(e) | | | | | | | 165 | | | | 156,270 | |
8.25%, 02/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,836 | | | | 1,729,861 | |
Veritas US, Inc./Veritas Bermuda Ltd. 7.50%, 09/01/2025(e) | | | | | | | 1,375 | | | | 1,040,655 | |
Virtusa Corp. 7.125%, 12/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 947 | | | | 763,395 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 11,333,990 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Transportation - Airlines – 0.1% | |
Spirit Loyalty Cayman Ltd./Spirit IP Cayman Ltd. 8.00%, 09/20/2025(e) | | | | | | | 2,668 | | | | 2,694,188 | |
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Transportation - Services – 0.4% | |
Albion Financing 1 SARL/Aggreko Holdings, Inc. 6.125%, 10/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 842 | | | | 764,342 | |
BCP V Modular Services Finance II PLC 4.75%, 11/30/2028(e) | | | EUR | | | | 264 | | | | 242,996 | |
Loxam SAS 4.50%, 02/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 2,338 | | | | 2,436,405 | |
NAC Aviation 29 DAC 4.75%, 06/30/2026 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 5,786 | | | | 4,925,436 | |
PROG Holdings, Inc. 6.00%, 11/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 1,304 | | | | 1,173,678 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 9,542,857 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 214,775,712 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Financial Institutions – 1.2% | |
Banking – 0.2% | |
Ally Financial, Inc. Series B 4.70%, 05/15/2026(f) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 3,727 | | | $ | 2,748,663 | |
Bread Financial Holdings, Inc. 4.75%, 12/15/2024(e) | | | | | | | 3,513 | | | | 3,144,205 | |
7.00%, 01/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 824 | | | | 692,580 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 6,585,448 | |
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Brokerage – 0.2% | |
Advisor Group Holdings, Inc. 10.75%, 08/01/2027(e) | | | | | | | 4,330 | | | | 4,323,375 | |
NFP Corp. 6.875%, 08/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,258 | | | | 1,098,171 | |
7.50%, 10/01/2030(e) | | | | | | | 1,206 | | | | 1,185,257 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 6,606,803 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Finance – 0.3% | |
Aircastle Ltd. 5.25%, 06/15/2026(e)(f) | | | | | | | 1,325 | | | | 892,851 | |
Castlelake Aviation Finance DAC 5.00%, 04/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 1,799 | | | | 1,596,757 | |
Curo Group Holdings Corp. 7.50%, 08/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 3,057 | | | | 1,215,463 | |
Enova International, Inc. 8.50%, 09/01/2024(e) | | | | | | | 3,418 | | | | 3,395,407 | |
SLM Corp. 3.125%, 11/02/2026 | | | | | | | 473 | | | | 413,605 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 7,514,083 | |
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Insurance – 0.3% | |
Acrisure LLC/Acrisure Finance, Inc. 7.00%, 11/15/2025(e) | | | | | | | 4,241 | | | | 4,049,519 | |
10.125%, 08/01/2026(e) | | | | | | | 831 | | | | 844,620 | |
Ardonagh Midco 2 PLC 11.50% (11.50% Cash or 12.75% PIK), 01/15/2027(e)(m) | | | | | | | 1,789 | | | | 1,609,660 | |
AssuredPartners, Inc. 5.625%, 01/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 1,222 | | | | 1,059,511 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 7,563,310 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other Finance – 0.1% | |
Intrum AB 3.00%, 09/15/2027(e) | | | EUR | | | | 1,490 | | | | 1,236,398 | |
3.50%, 07/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,040 | | | | 938,405 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 2,174,803 | |
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REITs – 0.1% | |
Brookfield Property REIT, Inc./BPR Cumulus LLC/BPR Nimbus LLC/GGSI Sellco LL 4.50%, 04/01/2027(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 320 | | | | 264,602 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Office Properties Income Trust 3.45%, 10/15/2031 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,315 | | | $ | 677,120 | |
Park Intermediate Holdings LLC/PK Domestic Property LLC/PK Finance Co-Issuer 4.875%, 05/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 1,270 | | | | 1,103,236 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 2,044,958 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 32,489,405 | |
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Utility – 0.5% | |
Electric – 0.4% | |
NRG Energy, Inc. 3.875%, 02/15/2032(e) | | | | | | | 3,485 | | | | 2,813,231 | |
10.25%, 03/15/2028(e)(f) | | | | | | | 782 | | | | 771,201 | |
Vistra Corp. 7.00%, 12/15/2026(e)(f) | | | | | | | 3,399 | | | | 3,053,832 | |
8.00%, 10/15/2026(e)(f) | | | | | | | 4,113 | | | | 3,880,163 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 10,518,427 | |
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Natural Gas – 0.0% | |
AmeriGas Partners LP/AmeriGas Finance Corp. 5.75%, 05/20/2027 | | | | | | | 654 | | | | 621,058 | |
5.875%, 08/20/2026 | | | | | | | 488 | | | | 471,042 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,092,100 | |
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Other Utility – 0.1% | |
Solaris Midstream Holdings LLC 7.625%, 04/01/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,318 | | | | 1,265,662 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 12,876,189 | |
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Total Corporates - Non-Investment Grade (cost $295,989,080) | | | | | | | | | | | 260,141,306 | |
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COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS – 5.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CLO - Floating Rate – 5.0% | |
Ares XXXIV CLO Ltd. Series 2015-2A, Class CR 7.26% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.00%), 04/17/2033(e)(g) | | | | | | | 9,437 | | | | 8,925,099 | |
Balboa Bay Loan Funding Ltd. Series 2020-1A, Class DR 8.40% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.15%), 01/20/2032(e)(g) | | | | | | | 1,935 | | | | 1,743,570 | |
Series 2021-1A, Class D 8.30% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.05%), 07/20/2034(e)(g) | | | | | | | 2,750 | | | | 2,423,237 | |
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Series 2022-1A, Class D 9.049% (SOFR + 4.00%), 04/20/2034(e)(g) | | U.S.$ | | | 7,850 | | | $ | 7,195,451 | |
Ballyrock CLO 15 Ltd. Series 2021-1A, Class C 8.36% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.10%), 04/15/2034(e)(g) | | | | | 2,750 | | | | 2,500,561 | |
Black Diamond CLO Ltd. Series 2016-1A, Class A2AR 7.018% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.75%), 04/26/2031(e)(g) | | | | | 5,300 | | | | 5,104,690 | |
BlueMountain Fuji US CLO II Ltd. Series 2017-2A, Class D 11.40% (LIBOR 3 Month + 6.15%), 10/20/2030(e)(g) | | | | | 3,300 | | | | 2,629,179 | |
CBAM Ltd. Series 2018-7A, Class B1 6.85% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.60%), 07/20/2031(e)(g) | | | | | 1,996 | | | | 1,924,787 | |
CIFC Funding Ltd. Series 2020-4A, Class D 8.66% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.40%), 01/15/2034(e)(g) | | | | | 300 | | | | 286,753 | |
Crown Point CLO 11 Ltd. Series 2021-11A, Class D 8.86% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.60%), 01/17/2034(e)(g) | | | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,868,752 | |
Dryden 49 Senior Loan Fund Series 2017-49A, Class E 11.562% (LIBOR 3 Month + 6.30%), 07/18/2030(e)(g) | | | | | 605 | | | | 504,661 | |
Dryden 78 CLO Ltd. Series 2020-78A, Class C 7.21% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.95%), 04/17/2033(e)(g) | | | | | 1,480 | | | | 1,398,804 | |
Series 2020-78A, Class D 8.26% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.00%), 04/17/2033(e)(g) | | | | | 6,824 | | | | 6,346,137 | |
Dryden 98 CLO Ltd. Series 2022-98A, Class D 8.149% (SOFR + 3.10%), 04/20/2035(e)(g) | | | | | 4,850 | | | | 4,278,733 | |
Elevation CLO Ltd. Series 2020-11A, Class D1 9.11% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.85%), 04/15/2033(e)(g) | | | | | 4,490 | | | | 4,112,297 | |
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Elmwood CLO VII Ltd. Series 2020-4A, Class D 8.86% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.60%), 01/17/2034(e)(g) | | U.S.$ | | | 4,200 | | | $ | 4,012,903 | |
Elmwood CLO VIII Ltd. Series 2021-1A, Class D1 8.25% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.00%), 01/20/2034(e)(g) | | | | | 1,000 | | | | 917,588 | |
Galaxy 30 CLO Ltd. Series 2022-30A, Class D 8.336% (SOFR + 3.35%), 04/15/2035(e)(g) | | | | | 6,350 | | | | 5,693,505 | |
GoldenTree Loan Opportunities IX Ltd. Series 2014-9A, Class DR2 8.299% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.00%), 10/29/2029(e)(g) | | | | | 2,815 | | | | 2,664,504 | |
Greywolf CLO VI Ltd. Series 2018-1A, Class A2 6.958% (SOFR + 1.89%), 04/26/2031(e)(g) | | | | | 5,300 | | | | 5,178,847 | |
Halcyon Loan Advisors Funding Ltd. Series 2018-1A, Class A2 7.05% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.80%), 07/21/2031(e)(g) | | | | | 1,826 | | | | 1,743,193 | |
Series 2018-1A, Class C 8.45% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.20%), 07/21/2031(e)(g) | | | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,696,032 | |
Madison Park Funding LI Ltd. Series 2021-51A, Class D 8.315% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.05%), 07/19/2034(e)(g) | | | | | 3,650 | | | | 3,430,270 | |
Magnetite XXV Ltd. Series 2020-25A, Class D 8.555% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.30%), 01/25/2032(e)(g) | | | | | 3,000 | | | | 2,842,251 | |
Northwoods Capital XII-B Ltd. Series 2018-12BA, Class B 6.716% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.85%), 06/15/2031(e)(g) | | | | | 1,350 | | | | 1,299,124 | |
OCP CLO Ltd. Series 2021-21A, Class D 8.20% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.95%), 07/20/2034(e)(g) | | | | | 4,750 | | | | 4,261,244 | |
Octagon Investment Partners 29 Ltd. Series 2016-1A, Class DR 8.373% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.10%), 01/24/2033(e)(g) | | | | | 6,571 | | | | 6,007,173 | |
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OZLM VII Ltd. Series 2014-7RA, Class CR 8.26% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.00%), 07/17/2029(e)(g) | | U.S.$ | | | 1,000 | | | $ | 941,189 | |
OZLM XVIII Ltd. Series 2018-18A, Class B 6.81% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.55%), 04/15/2031(e)(g) | | | | | 5,450 | | | | 5,198,842 | |
Palmer Square CLO Ltd. Series 2021-3A, Class D 8.21% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.95%), 01/15/2035(e)(g) | | | | | 2,400 | | | | 2,216,318 | |
Regatta XIX Funding Ltd. Series 2022-1A, Class D 8.349% (SOFR + 3.30%), 04/20/2035(e)(g) | | | | | 4,423 | | | | 3,955,319 | |
Regatta XXIV Funding Ltd. Series 2021-5A, Class D 8.35% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.10%), 01/20/2035(e)(g) | | | | | 7,500 | | | | 6,814,988 | |
Rockford Tower CLO Ltd. Series 2017-2A, Class DR 8.11% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.85%), 10/15/2029(e)(g) | | | | | 4,444 | | | | 4,192,857 | |
Series 2021-2A, Class D 8.50% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.25%), 07/20/2034(e)(g) | | | | | 950 | | | | 847,479 | |
Series 2021-3A, Class D 8.50% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.25%), 10/20/2034(e)(g) | | | | | 8,550 | | | | 7,525,026 | |
Sixth Street CLO XVII Ltd. Series 2021-17A, Class D 8.40% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.15%), 01/20/2034(e)(g) | | | | | 2,400 | | | | 2,256,482 | |
Sixth Street CLO XX Ltd. Series 2021-20A, Class D 8.30% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.05%), 10/20/2034(e)(g) | | | | | 3,250 | | | | 3,090,214 | |
Venture XXVII CLO Ltd. Series 2017-27A, Class D 9.25% (LIBOR 3 Month + 4.00%), 07/20/2030(e)(g) | | | | | 1,591 | | | | 1,345,655 | |
Voya CLO Ltd. Series 2019-1A, Class DR 8.11% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.85%), 04/15/2031(e)(g) | | | | | 4,595 | | | | 4,056,145 | |
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Total Collateralized Loan Obligations (cost $145,198,020) | | | | | | | | | 133,429,859 | |
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COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS – 3.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Risk Share Floating Rate – 3.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bellemeade Re Ltd. Series 2019-1A, Class M2 7.72% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.70%), 03/25/2029(e)(g) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,224 | | | $ | 1,230,971 | |
Connecticut Avenue Securities Trust Series 2022-R03, Class 1M2 8.315% (SOFR + 3.50%), 03/25/2042(e)(g) | | | | | | | 2,657 | | | | 2,705,233 | |
Eagle Re Ltd. Series 2018-1, Class M1 6.72% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.70%), 11/25/2028(e)(g) | | | | | | | 513 | | | | 512,648 | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Structured Agency Credit Risk Debt Notes Series 2013-DN2, Class M2 9.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.25%), 11/25/2023(g) | | | | | | | 1,333 | | | | 1,352,615 | |
Series 2015-DNA2, Class B 12.57% (LIBOR 1 Month + 7.55%), 12/25/2027(g) | | | | | | | 1,360 | | | | 1,380,458 | |
Series 2015-DNA3, Class B 14.37% (LIBOR 1 Month + 9.35%), 04/25/2028(g) | | | | | | | 2,459 | | | | 2,569,396 | |
Series 2015-HQA1, Class B 13.82% (LIBOR 1 Month + 8.80%), 03/25/2028(g) | | | | | | | 1,569 | | | | 1,592,412 | |
Series 2016-DNA1, Class B 15.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 10.00%), 07/25/2028(g) | | | | | | | 2,216 | | | | 2,371,401 | |
Series 2017-DNA3, Class B1 9.47% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.45%), 03/25/2030(g) | | | | | | | 4,550 | | | | 4,868,500 | |
Series 2017-HQA3, Class B1 9.47% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.45%), 04/25/2030(g) | | | | | | | 9,090 | | | | 9,726,300 | |
Series 2018-DNA2, Class B1 8.72% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.70%), 12/25/2030(e)(g) | | | | | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,097,259 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association Connecticut Avenue Securities Series 2014-C01, Class M2 9.42% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.40%), 01/25/2024(g) | | | | | | | 1,699 | | | | 1,728,601 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Series 2014-C04, Class 1M2 9.92% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.90%), 11/25/2024(g) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 2,186 | | | $ | 2,296,079 | |
Series 2014-C04, Class 2M2 10.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.00%), 11/25/2024(g) | | | | | | | 41 | | | | 41,104 | |
Series 2015-C03, Class 1M2 10.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.00%), 07/25/2025(g) | | | | | | | 796 | | | | 847,439 | |
Series 2015-C04, Class 2M2 10.57% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.55%), 04/25/2028(g) | | | | | | | 1,042 | | | | 1,087,581 | |
Series 2016-C01, Class 1M2 11.77% (LIBOR 1 Month + 6.75%), 08/25/2028(g) | | | | | | | 909 | | | | 982,551 | |
Series 2016-C01, Class 2M2 11.97% (LIBOR 1 Month + 6.95%), 08/25/2028(g) | | | | | | | 397 | | | | 419,619 | |
Series 2016-C02, Class 1M2 11.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 6.00%), 09/25/2028(g) | | | | | | | 1,892 | | | | 1,990,873 | |
Series 2016-C05, Class 2B 15.77% (LIBOR 1 Month + 10.75%), 01/25/2029(g) | | | | | | | 2,737 | | | | 2,937,386 | |
Series 2016-C07, Class 2B 14.52% (LIBOR 1 Month + 9.50%), 05/25/2029(g) | | | | | | | 1,188 | | | | 1,223,524 | |
Series 2017-C03, Class 1B1 9.87% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.85%), 10/25/2029(g) | | | | | | | 7,080 | | | | 7,768,473 | |
Series 2017-C05, Class 1B1 8.62% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.60%), 01/25/2030(g) | | | | | | | 7,280 | | | | 7,679,358 | |
Series 2018-C03, Class 1B1 8.77% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.75%), 10/25/2030(g) | | | | | | | 7,250 | | | | 7,774,668 | |
Home Re Ltd. Series 2019-1, Class B1 9.37% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.35%), 05/25/2029(g)(n) | | | | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,017,728 | |
Series 2020-1, Class M2 10.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.25%), 10/25/2030(e)(g) | | | | | | | 4,734 | | | | 4,812,634 | |
JPMorgan Madison Avenue Securities Trust Series 2014-CH1, Class M2 9.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.25%), 11/25/2024(g)(n) | | | | | | | 341 | | | | 330,959 | |
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Series 2015-CH1, Class M2 10.52% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.50%), 10/25/2025(g)(n) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 616 | | | $ | 601,374 | |
PMT Credit Risk Transfer Trust Series 2019-2R, Class A 7.768% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.75%), 05/27/2023(e)(g) | | | | | | | 1,292 | | | | 1,267,491 | |
Series 2019-3R, Class A 8.718% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.70%), 11/27/2031(e)(g) | | | | | | | 357 | | | | 346,894 | |
Series 2020-1R, Class A 8.368% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.35%), 02/27/2023(g)(n) | | | | | | | 1,781 | | | | 1,720,160 | |
Radnor Re Ltd. Series 2019-1, Class M1B 6.97% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.95%), 02/25/2029(e)(g) | | | | | | | 2,673 | | | | 2,672,316 | |
Triangle Re Ltd. Series 2021-3, Class M1A 6.715% (SOFR + 1.90%), 02/25/2034(e)(g) | | | | | | | 5,482 | | | | 5,475,796 | |
Wells Fargo Credit Risk Transfer Securities Trust Series 2015-WF1, Class 1M2 10.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.25%), 11/25/2025(g)(n) | | | | | | | 224 | | | | 208,536 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 87,638,337 | |
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Agency Floating Rate – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. REMICs Series 3119, Class PI 2.252% (7.20% - LIBOR 1 Month), 02/15/2036(g)(p) | | | | | | | 838 | | | | 123,803 | |
Series 3856, Class KS 1.602% (6.55% - LIBOR 1 Month), 05/15/2041(g)(p) | | | | | | | 4,779 | | | | 559,171 | |
Series 4248, Class SL 1.102% (6.05% - LIBOR 1 Month), 05/15/2041(g)(p) | | | | | | | 476 | | | | 36,245 | |
Series 4372, Class JS 1.152% (6.10% - LIBOR 1 Month), 08/15/2044(g)(p) | | | | | | | 2,601 | | | | 272,483 | |
Series 4570, Class ST 1.052% (6.00% - LIBOR 1 Month), 04/15/2046(g)(p) | | | | | | | 1,202 | | | | 139,685 | |
Series 4735, Class SA 1.252% (6.20% - LIBOR 1 Month), 12/15/2047(g)(p) | | | | | | | 5,894 | | | | 702,549 | |
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Series 4763, Class SB 2.052% (7.00% - LIBOR 1 Month), 03/15/2048(g)(p) | | U.S.$ | | | | | 8,166 | | | $ | 1,294,036 | |
Series 4774, Class BS 1.252% (6.20% - LIBOR 1 Month), 02/15/2048(g)(p) | | | | | | | 4,078 | | | | 512,615 | |
Series 4774, Class SL 1.252% (6.20% - LIBOR 1 Month), 04/15/2048(g)(p) | | | | | | | 5,567 | | | | 679,568 | |
Series 4927, Class SJ 1.03% (6.05% - LIBOR 1 Month), 11/25/2049(g)(p) | | | | | | | 2,241 | | | | 338,067 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association REMICs Series 2013-4, Class ST 1.13% (6.15% - LIBOR 1 Month), 02/25/2043(g)(p) | | | | | | | 1,821 | | | | 214,458 | |
Series 2014-88, Class BS 1.13% (6.15% - LIBOR 1 Month), 01/25/2045(g)(p) | | | | | | | 1,361 | | | | 155,003 | |
Series 2015-90, Class SA 1.13% (6.15% - LIBOR 1 Month), 12/25/2045(g)(p) | | | | | | | 12,616 | | | | 1,797,741 | |
Series 2016-69, Class DS 1.08% (6.10% - LIBOR 1 Month), 10/25/2046(g)(p) | | | | | | | 17,885 | | | | 1,329,711 | |
Series 2017-49, Class SP 1.13% (6.15% - LIBOR 1 Month), 07/25/2047(g)(p) | | | | | | | 1,709 | | | | 206,368 | |
Series 2018-32, Class SB 1.18% (6.20% - LIBOR 1 Month), 05/25/2048(g)(p) | | | | | | | 3,243 | | | | 400,302 | |
Series 2018-45, Class SL 1.18% (6.20% - LIBOR 1 Month), 06/25/2048(g)(p) | | | | | | | 2,344 | | | | 299,694 | |
Series 2018-57, Class SL 1.18% (6.20% - LIBOR 1 Month), 08/25/2048(g)(p) | | | | | | | 6,668 | | | | 974,086 | |
Series 2018-58, Class SA 1.18% (6.20% - LIBOR 1 Month), 08/25/2048(g)(p) | | | | | | | 3,010 | | | | 398,454 | |
Series 2018-59, Class HS 1.18% (6.20% - LIBOR 1 Month), 08/25/2048(g)(p) | | | | | | | 7,214 | | | | 1,044,970 | |
Series 2019-25, Class SA 1.03% (6.05% - LIBOR 1 Month), 06/25/2049(g)(p) | | | | | | | 2,952 | | | | 345,015 | |
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Series 2019-60, Class SJ 1.03% (6.05% - LIBOR 1 Month), 10/25/2049(g)(p) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 2,684 | | | $ | 344,463 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 12,168,487 | |
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Non-Agency Fixed Rate – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Alternative Loan Trust Series 2006-24CB, Class A15 5.75%, 08/25/2036 | | | | | | | 849 | | | | 479,662 | |
CHL Mortgage Pass-Through Trust Series 2007-3, Class A30 5.75%, 04/25/2037 | | | | | | | 441 | | | | 216,711 | |
Series 2007-HY4, Class 1A1 3.625%, 09/25/2047 | | | | | | | 153 | | | | 132,474 | |
Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust Series 2007-AR4, Class 1A1A 4.011%, 03/25/2037 | | | | | | | 79 | | | | 67,244 | |
Wells Fargo Mortgage Backed Securities Trust Series 2007-AR7, Class A1 4.35%, 12/28/2037 | | | | | | | 520 | | | | 452,325 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,348,416 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-Agency Floating Rate – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
First Horizon Alternative Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2007-FA2, Class 1A10 5.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 0.25%), 04/25/2037(g) | | | | | | | 321 | | | | 83,095 | |
Lehman XS Trust Series 2007-10H, Class 2AIO 2.152% (7.00% - LIBOR 1 Month), 07/25/2037(g)(p) | | | | | | | 185 | | | | 18,421 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 101,516 | |
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Agency Fixed Rate – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association REMICs Series 2016-26, Class IO 5.00%, 05/25/2046(q) | | | | | | | 342 | | | | 51,921 | |
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Total Collateralized Mortgage Obligations (cost $98,221,666) | | | | | | | | | | | 101,308,677 | |
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EMERGING MARKETS - CORPORATE BONDS – 3.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 3.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 0.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Braskem Idesa SAPI 6.99%, 02/20/2032(e) | | | | | | | 3,579 | | | | 2,538,405 | |
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7.45%, 11/15/2029(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 2,459 | | | $ | 1,919,864 | |
CSN Inova Ventures 6.75%, 01/28/2028(e) | | | | | | | 445 | | | | 419,496 | |
CSN Resources SA 4.625%, 06/10/2031(e) | | | | | | | 4,293 | | | | 3,291,658 | |
7.625%, 04/17/2026(e) | | | | | | | 766 | | | | 765,981 | |
Eldorado Gold Corp. 6.25%, 09/01/2029(e) | | | | | | | 2,385 | | | | 2,218,050 | |
Indika Energy Capital IV Pte Ltd. 8.25%, 10/22/2025(e) | | | | | | | 4,123 | | | | 4,070,947 | |
JSW Steel Ltd. 3.95%, 04/05/2027(e) | | | | | | | 491 | | | | 431,098 | |
5.05%, 04/05/2032(e) | | | | | | | 1,121 | | | | 901,564 | |
OCP SA 3.75%, 06/23/2031(e) | | | | | | | 1,011 | | | | 847,218 | |
Sasol Financing USA LLC 5.875%, 03/27/2024 | | | | | | | 1,467 | | | | 1,448,021 | |
8.75%, 05/03/2029(e) | | | | | | | 908 | | | | 912,177 | |
Stillwater Mining Co. 4.00%, 11/16/2026(e) | | | | | | | 953 | | | | 854,901 | |
4.50%, 11/16/2029(e) | | | | | | | 891 | | | | 734,407 | |
Vedanta Resources Finance II PLC 13.875%, 01/21/2024(e) | | | | | | | 2,683 | | | | 2,283,904 | |
Volcan Cia Minera SAA 4.375%, 02/11/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,565 | | | | 1,182,357 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 24,820,048 | |
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Capital Goods – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Diamond II Ltd. 7.95%, 07/28/2026(e) | | | | | | | 2,208 | | | | 2,176,580 | |
Embraer Netherlands Finance BV 5.40%, 02/01/2027 | | | | | | | 3,079 | | | | 2,963,537 | |
6.95%, 01/17/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,691 | | | | 1,704,613 | |
IHS Holding Ltd. 5.625%, 11/29/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,243 | | | | 1,035,031 | |
6.25%, 11/29/2028(e) | | | | | | | 410 | | | | 326,667 | |
Odebrecht Holdco Finance Ltd. Zero Coupon, 09/10/2058(e) | | | | | | | 5,578 | | | | 17,851 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 8,224,279 | |
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Communications - Media – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Globo Comunicacao e Participacoes SA 4.875%, 01/22/2030(e) | | | | | | | 2,296 | | | | 1,844,406 | |
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Communications - Telecommunications – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
C&W Senior Financing DAC 6.875%, 09/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 247 | | | | 214,272 | |
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CT Trust 5.125%, 02/03/2032(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 723 | | | $ | 594,577 | |
Digicel Group Holdings Ltd. 7.00%, 05/15/2023(f)(m)(n) | | | | | | | 93 | | | | 10,274 | |
Digicel International Finance Ltd./Digicel international Holdings Ltd. 8.75%, 05/25/2024(e) | | | | | | | 339 | | | | 305,723 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,124,846 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Allwyn Entertainment Financing UK PLC 7.875%, 04/30/2029(e) | | | | | | | 1,264 | | | | 1,288,623 | |
Melco Resorts Finance Ltd. 5.375%, 12/04/2029(e) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 165,475 | |
MGM China Holdings Ltd. 5.25%, 06/18/2025(e) | | | | | | | 895 | | | | 850,977 | |
5.375%, 05/15/2024(e) | | | | | | | 569 | | | | 557,549 | |
5.875%, 05/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 598 | | | | 570,342 | |
Studio City Co., Ltd. 7.00%, 02/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 336 | | | | 318,528 | |
Studio City Finance Ltd. 6.00%, 07/15/2025(e) | | | | | | | 1,088 | | | | 994,160 | |
6.50%, 01/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 998 | | | | 856,284 | |
Wynn Macau Ltd. 5.50%, 01/15/2026(e) | | | | | | | 2,168 | | | | 2,008,110 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 7,610,048 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BRF GmbH 4.35%, 09/29/2026(e) | | | | | | | 941 | | | | 819,729 | |
BRF SA 4.875%, 01/24/2030(e) | | | | | | | 4,401 | | | | 3,419,026 | |
Central American Bottling Corp./CBC Bottling Holdco SL/Beliv Holdco SL 5.25%, 04/27/2029(e) | | | | | | | 587 | | | | 547,671 | |
MARB BondCo PLC 3.95%, 01/29/2031(e) | | | | | | | 7,315 | | | | 5,351,471 | |
Natura & Co. Luxembourg Holdings SARL 6.00%, 04/19/2029(e) | | | | | | | 306 | | | | 271,193 | |
Natura Cosmeticos SA 4.125%, 05/03/2028(e) | | | | | | | 4,606 | | | | 3,816,647 | |
Rede D’or Finance SARL 4.50%, 01/22/2030(e) | | | | | | | 265 | | | | 222,680 | |
4.95%, 01/17/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,215 | | | | 1,104,739 | |
Tonon Luxembourg SA 6.50%, 10/31/2024(j)(l)(n)(o) | | | | | | | 871 | | | | 87 | |
Ulker Biskuvi Sanayi AS 6.95%, 10/30/2025(e) | | | | | | | 609 | | | | 527,660 | |
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Virgolino de Oliveira Finance SA 10.50%, 01/28/2018(i)(j)(k)(l)(n) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 4,738 | | | $ | 474 | |
10.875%, 01/13/2020(i)(j)(k)(l)(n) | | | | | | | 750 | | | | 75 | |
11.75%, 02/09/2022(i)(j)(k)(l)(n) | | | | | | | 1,690 | | | | 169 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 16,081,621 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Energy – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Acu Petroleo Luxembourg SARL 7.50%, 01/13/2032(e) | | | | | | | 2,216 | | | | 1,925,179 | |
Gran Tierra Energy, Inc. 7.75%, 05/23/2027(e) | | | | | | | 1,998 | | | | 1,520,858 | |
Greenko Wind Projects Mauritius Ltd. 5.50%, 04/06/2025(e) | | | | | | | 1,925 | | | | 1,821,531 | |
Kosmos Energy Ltd. 7.50%, 03/01/2028(e) | | | | | | | 1,388 | | | | 1,168,783 | |
Leviathan Bond Ltd. 5.75%, 06/30/2023(e) | | | | | | | 2,196 | | | | 2,183,850 | |
6.125%, 06/30/2025(e) | | | | | | | 1,763 | | | | 1,701,956 | |
Medco Platinum Road Pte Ltd. 6.75%, 01/30/2025(e) | | | | | | | 979 | | | | 953,399 | |
MV24 Capital BV 6.748%, 06/01/2034(e) | | | | | | | 1,535 | | | | 1,369,180 | |
Peru LNG SRL 5.375%, 03/22/2030(e) | | | | | | | 2,614 | | | | 2,081,398 | |
ReNew Power Pvt Ltd. 5.875%, 03/05/2027(e) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 187,788 | |
SEPLAT Energy PLC 7.75%, 04/01/2026(e) | | | | | | | 2,065 | | | | 1,646,579 | |
SierraCol Energy Andina LLC 6.00%, 06/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 2,098 | | | | 1,553,569 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 18,114,070 | |
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Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bidvest Group UK PLC (The) 3.625%, 09/23/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,667 | | | | 1,511,552 | |
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Technology – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CA Magnum Holdings 5.375%, 10/31/2026(e) | | | | | | | 1,397 | | | | 1,224,820 | |
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Transportation - Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
JSW Infrastructure Ltd. 4.95%, 01/21/2029(e) | | | | | | | 583 | | | | 502,947 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 81,058,637 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Utility – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AES Andes SA 6.35%, 10/07/2079(e) | | | | | | | 1,816 | | | | 1,677,984 | |
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India Clean Energy Holdings 4.50%, 04/18/2027(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 2,686 | | | $ | 2,176,163 | |
Investment Energy Resources Ltd. 6.25%, 04/26/2029(e) | | | | | | | 1,306 | | | | 1,204,214 | |
JSW Hydro Energy Ltd. 4.125%, 05/18/2031(e) | | | | | | | 1,217 | | | | 1,014,417 | |
Star Energy Geothermal Wayang Windu Ltd. 6.75%, 04/24/2033(e) | | | | | | | 750 | | | | 733,115 | |
Terraform Global Operating LP 6.125%, 03/01/2026(n) | | | | | | | 289 | | | | 277,056 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 7,082,949 | |
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Financial Institutions – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other Finance – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
OEC Finance Ltd. 4.375%, 10/25/2029(e)(h)(m) | | | | | | | 4,014 | | | | 143,284 | |
5.25%, 12/27/2033(e)(h)(m) | | | | | | | 1,269 | | | | 44,065 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 187,349 | |
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REITs – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
China Aoyuan Group Ltd. 5.375%, 09/13/2022(e)(j)(k) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 12,500 | |
5.88%, 03/01/2027(e)(j)(o) | | | | | | | 1,401 | | | | 87,563 | |
Powerlong Real Estate Holdings Ltd. 4.90%, 05/13/2026(e) | | | | | | | 684 | | | | 126,540 | |
Times China Holdings Ltd. 5.75%, 01/14/2027(e)(j)(o) | | | | | | | 687 | | | | 87,077 | |
6.20%, 03/22/2026(e)(j)(o) | | | | | | | 380 | | | | 48,759 | |
6.60%, 03/02/2023(e)(j)(k) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 26,000 | |
6.75%, 07/08/2025(e)(j)(o) | | | | | | | 434 | | | | 55,335 | |
Yango Justice International Ltd. 7.50%, 02/17/2025(e)(j)(o) | | | | | | | 665 | | | | 13,300 | |
8.25%, 11/25/2023(e)(j)(o) | | | | | | | 400 | | | | 8,000 | |
10.25%, 09/15/2022(j)(k) | | | | | | | 215 | | | | 4,300 | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 469,374 | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 656,723 | |
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Total Emerging Markets - Corporate Bonds (cost $119,612,473) | | | | | | | | | | | 88,798,309 | |
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BANK LOANS – 3.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 2.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital Goods – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Apex Tool Group, LLC 10.240% (SOFR 1 Month + 5.25%), 02/08/2029(r) | | | | | | | 3,794 | | | | 3,323,771 | |
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Chariot Buyer LLC 8.275% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.25%), 11/03/2028(r) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 227 | | | $ | 220,098 | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 3,543,869 | |
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Communications - Media – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advantage Sales & Marketing, Inc. 9.719% (LIBOR 3 Month + 4.50%), 10/28/2027(r) | | | | | | | 1,271 | | | | 1,080,735 | |
Coral-US Co-Borrower LLC 7.948% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.00%), 10/15/2029(r) | | | | | | | 1,550 | | | | 1,522,627 | |
iHeartCommunications, Inc. (fka Clear Channel Communications, Inc.) 8.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.00%), 05/01/2026(r) | | | | | | | 222 | | | | 191,003 | |
Univision Communications, Inc. 7.775% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.75%), 03/15/2024(r) | | | | | | | 175 | | | | 175,192 | |
| | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 2,969,557 | |
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Communications - Telecommunications – 0.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Crown Subsea Communications Holding, Inc. 9.668% (SOFR 1 Month + 4.75%), 04/27/2027(i)(r) | | | | | | | 3,967 | | | | 3,927,113 | |
Directv Financing, LLC 10.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.00%), 08/02/2027(r) | | | | | | | 1,972 | | | | 1,890,235 | |
Proofpoint, Inc. 11.275% (LIBOR 1 Month + 6.25%), 08/31/2029(r) | | | | | | | 6,000 | | | | 5,687,520 | |
Zacapa SARL 8.898% (SOFR 3 Month + 4.00%), 03/22/2029(r) | | | | | | | 3,274 | | | | 3,193,718 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 14,698,586 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Clarios Global LP 8.275% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.25%), 04/30/2026(r) | | | | | | | 347 | | | | 345,596 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. 8.332% (SOFR 1 Month + 3.25%), 02/06/2030(r) | | | | | | | 1,310 | | | | 1,303,450 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Restaurants – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
IRB Holding Corp. 8.082% (SOFR 1 Month + 3.00%), 12/15/2027(r) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 539 | | | $ | 529,418 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Retailers – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Great Outdoors Group, LLC 8.775% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.75%), 03/06/2028(r) | | | | | | | 1,183 | | | | 1,172,263 | |
Restoration Hardware, Inc. 8.332% (SOFR 1 Month + 3.25%), 10/20/2028(r) | | | | | | | 1,820 | | | | 1,689,232 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 2,861,495 | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Kronos Acquisition Holdings, Inc. 8.703% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.75%), 12/22/2026(r) | | | | | | | 1,867 | | | | 1,818,016 | |
LifePoint Health, Inc. (fka Regionalcare Hospital Partners Holdings, Inc.) 9.023% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.75%), 11/16/2025(r) | | | | | | | 1,018 | | | | 956,469 | |
PetSmart LLC 8.832% (SOFR 1 Month + 3.75%), 02/11/2028(i)(r) | | | | | | | 4,294 | | | | 4,272,057 | |
US Radiology Specialists, Inc. (US Outpatient Imaging Services, Inc.) 10.332% (SOFR 1 Month + 5.25%), 12/15/2027(r) | | | | | | | 4,244 | | | | 3,909,606 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 10,956,148 | |
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Energy – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
GIP II Blue Holding, L.P. 9.659% (LIBOR 3 Month + 4.50%), 09/29/2028(r) | | | | | | | 3,481 | | | | 3,467,571 | |
Parkway Generation, LLC 9.900% (SOFR 3 Month + 4.75%), 02/18/2029(r) | | | | | | | 4,510 | | | | 4,332,976 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 7,800,547 | |
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Other Industrial – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
American Tire Distributors, Inc. 11.488% (SOFR 3 Month + 6.25%), 10/20/2028(r) | | | | | | | 1,668 | | | | 1,407,601 | |
Dealer Tire Financial, LLC 9.482% (SOFR 1 Month + 4.50%), 12/14/2027(r) | | | | | | | 1,290 | | | | 1,284,141 | |
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Rockwood Service Corporation 9.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 01/23/2027(r) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 173 | | | $ | 172,020 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 2,863,762 | |
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Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Verscend Holding Corp. 9.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 08/27/2025(r) | | | | | | | 1,911 | | | | 1,907,195 | |
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Technology – 0.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Amentum Government Services Holdings LLC 9.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 01/29/2027(i)(r) | | | | | | | 438 | | | | 422,308 | |
Ascend Learning, LLC 10.832% (SOFR 1 Month + 5.75%), 12/10/2029(r) | | | | | | | 930 | | | | 805,613 | |
Banff Guarantor, Inc. 10.525% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.50%), 02/27/2026(r) | | | | | | | 1,050 | | | | 1,012,809 | |
Boxer Parent Company, Inc. 8.775% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.75%), 10/02/2025(r) | | | | | | | 3,364 | | | | 3,319,970 | |
Endurance International Group Holdings, Inc. 8.792% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.50%), 02/10/2028(i)(r) | | | | | | | 9,589 | | | | 8,956,888 | |
FINThrive Software Intermediate Holdings, Inc. 11.775% (LIBOR 1 Month + 6.75%), 12/17/2029(r) | | | | | | | 580 | | | | 406,725 | |
Loyalty Ventures, Inc. 11.500% (PRIME 3 Month + 3.50%), 11/03/2027(j)(o)(r) | | | | | | | 4,383 | | | | 412,755 | |
Peraton Corp. 8.832% (SOFR 1 Month + 3.75%), 02/01/2028(r) | | | | | | | 1,597 | | | | 1,562,497 | |
Presidio Holdings, Inc. 8.582% (SOFR 1 Month + 3.50%), 01/22/2027(r) | | | | | | | 60 | | | | 59,632 | |
8.645% (SOFR 3 Month + 3.50%), 01/22/2027(r) | | | | | | | 1,542 | | | | 1,529,184 | |
Veritas US, Inc. 10.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.00%), 09/01/2025(r) | | | | | | | 5,617 | | | | 4,304,873 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 22,793,254 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 72,572,877 | |
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Financial Institutions – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Finance – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Orbit Private Holdings I Ltd. 9.541% (SOFR 6 Month + 4.50%), 12/11/2028(r) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 375 | | | $ | 374,781 | |
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Insurance – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Asurion, LLC 9.332% (SOFR 1 Month + 4.25%), 08/19/2028(r) | | | | | | | 1,710 | | | | 1,586,880 | |
Hub International Limited 8.414% (LIBOR 2 Month + 3.25%), 04/25/2025(r) | | | | | | | 7 | | | | 7,139 | |
8.511% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.25%), 04/25/2025(r) | | | | | | | 2,791 | | | | 2,784,277 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 4,378,296 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 4,753,077 | |
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Utility – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Granite Generation LLC 8.775% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.75%), 11/09/2026(r) | | | | | | | 3,599 | | | | 3,364,745 | |
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Total Bank Loans (cost $88,910,570) | | | | | | | | | | | 80,690,699 | |
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COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES – 2.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-Agency Fixed Rate CMBS – 1.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BANK Series 2020-BN25, Class XA 0.99%, 01/15/2063(q) | | | | | | | 62,838 | | | | 2,859,907 | |
Bank of America Merrill Lynch Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2016-UB10, Class C 4.987%, 07/15/2049 | | | | | | | 372 | | | | 334,887 | |
Barclays Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2019-C3, Class XA 1.469%, 05/15/2052(q) | | | | | | | 10,523 | | | | 634,754 | |
CD Mortgage Trust Series 2017-CD3, Class XA 1.116%, 02/10/2050(q) | | | | | | | 13,758 | | | | 384,583 | |
CFCRE Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2016-C4, Class XA 1.767%, 05/10/2058(q) | | | | | | | 12,299 | | | | 443,868 | |
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Citigroup Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2013-GC15, Class C 5.333%, 09/10/2046 | | U.S.$ | | | 516 | | | $ | 486,768 | |
Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2014-CR15, Class XA 0.756%, 02/10/2047(q) | | | | | 29,980 | | | | 85,068 | |
Series 2015-CR27, Class XA 1.053%, 10/10/2048(q) | | | | | 6,107 | | | | 108,029 | |
CSAIL Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2019-C15, Class B 4.476%, 03/15/2052 | | | | | 960 | | | | 856,378 | |
GS Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2011-GC5, Class C 5.298%, 08/10/2044(e) | | | | | 375 | | | | 245,934 | |
Series 2011-GC5, Class D 5.298%, 08/10/2044(e) | | | | | 14,025 | | | | 5,257,707 | |
Series 2016-GS3, Class XA 1.319%, 10/10/2049(q) | | | | | 29,761 | | | | 933,213 | |
Series 2019-GC39, Class XA 1.279%, 05/10/2052(q) | | | | | 15,546 | | | | 690,841 | |
JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2014-C21, Class B 4.341%, 08/15/2047 | | | | | 1,599 | | | | 1,458,188 | |
Series 2014-C24, Class C 4.529%, 11/15/2047 | | | | | 5,869 | | | | 3,961,701 | |
JPMDB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2019-COR6, Class XA 1.058%, 11/13/2052(q) | | | | | 36,895 | | | | 1,592,776 | |
JPMorgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2012-LC9, Class E 3.902%, 12/15/2047(e) | | | | | 7,500 | | | | 6,173,989 | |
Series 2012-LC9, Class G 3.902%, 12/15/2047(e) | | | | | 831 | | | | 565,011 | |
Series 2016-JP2, Class XA 1.917%, 08/15/2049(q) | | | | | 15,094 | | | | 656,354 | |
LB-UBS Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2006-C6, Class AJ 5.452%, 09/15/2039 | | | | | 632 | | | | 265,525 | |
LCCM Series 2017-LC26, Class XA 1.685%, 07/12/2050(e)(q) | | | | | 32,733 | | | | 1,523,853 | |
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Morgan Stanley Bank of America Merrill Lynch Trust Series 2013-C9, Class D 4.156%, 05/15/2046(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 680 | | | $ | 532,103 | |
Series 2014-C18, Class C 4.624%, 10/15/2047 | | | | | | | 4,408 | | | | 4,117,382 | |
Series 2015-C22, Class XA 1.14%, 04/15/2048(q) | | | | | | | 11,218 | | | | 145,008 | |
UBS Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2017-C1, Class XA 1.687%, 06/15/2050(q) | | | | | | | 6,831 | | | | 323,104 | |
Series 2019-C16, Class XA 1.699%, 04/15/2052(q) | | | | | | | 14,304 | | | | 859,820 | |
Series 2019-C18, Class XA 1.148%, 12/15/2052(q) | | | | | | | 43,363 | | | | 1,935,762 | |
UBS-Barclays Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2013-C5, Class B 3.649%, 03/10/2046(e) | | | | | | | 1,044 | | | | 956,637 | |
Series 2013-C5, Class C 3.905%, 03/10/2046(e) | | | | | | | 782 | | | | 555,103 | |
Wells Fargo Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2015-LC20, Class XA 1.43%, 04/15/2050(q) | | | | | | | 7,361 | | | | 128,621 | |
Series 2016-C36, Class XA 1.303%, 11/15/2059(q) | | | | | | | 41,394 | | | | 1,281,827 | |
Series 2016-LC24, Class XA 1.749%, 10/15/2049(q) | | | | | | | 26,288 | | | | 1,101,399 | |
Series 2016-LC25, Class XA 0.977%, 12/15/2059(q) | | | | | | | 16,789 | | | | 399,316 | |
Series 2019-C52, Class XA 1.749%, 08/15/2052(q) | | | | | | | 18,765 | | | | 1,333,789 | |
WF-RBS Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2011-C4, Class E 4.991%, 06/15/2044(e) | | | | | | | 489 | | | | 339,825 | |
Series 2014-LC14, Class C 4.344%, 03/15/2047 | | | | | | | 134 | | | | 127,221 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 43,656,251 | |
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Non-Agency Floating Rate CMBS – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BFLD Trust Series 2019-DPLO, Class E 7.245% (SOFR + 2.35%), 10/15/2034(e)(g) | | | | | | | 11,227 | | | | 11,000,477 | |
DBWF Mortgage Trust Series 2018-GLKS, Class E 8.069% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.12%), 12/19/2030(e)(g) | | | | | | | 1,994 | | | | 1,938,871 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Great Wolf Trust Series 2019-WOLF, Class D 6.938% (SOFR + 2.05%), 12/15/2036(e)(g) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 5,005 | | | $ | 4,878,856 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital I Trust Series 2019-BPR, Class D 9.198% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.25%), 05/15/2036(e)(g) | | | | | | | 1,651 | | | | 1,511,682 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 19,329,886 | |
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Agency CMBS – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | �� | | | |
Government National Mortgage Association Series 2006-32, Class XM 0.13%, 11/16/2045(q) | | | | | | | 90 | | | | 1 | |
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Total Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (cost $77,669,999) | | | | | | | | | | | 62,986,138 | |
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ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES – 1.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other ABS - Fixed Rate – 1.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Affirm Asset Securitization Trust Series 2022-Z1, Class A 4.55%, 06/15/2027(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,802 | | | | 1,773,180 | |
Series 2023-A, Class 1A 6.61%, 01/18/2028(e) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 247,829 | |
Series 2023-A, Class A 6.61%, 01/18/2028(e) | | | | | | | 9,617 | | | | 9,569,637 | |
BHG Securitization Trust Series 2023-A, Class A 5.55%, 04/17/2036(e) | | | | | | | 5,170 | | | | 5,122,023 | |
Consumer Loan Underlying Bond Certificate Issuer Trust I Series 2018-20, Class PT 11.438%, 11/16/2043(n) | | | | | | | 67 | | | | 63,107 | |
Series 2019-36, Class PT 12.926%, 10/17/2044(n) | | | | | | | 233 | | | | 226,321 | |
Series 2019-43, Class PT (62.813)%, 11/15/2044(n) | | | | | | | 1 | | | | 882 | |
Marlette Funding Trust Series 2019-2A, Class C 4.11%, 07/16/2029(e) | | | | | | | 359 | | | | 358,381 | |
Series 2019-3A, Class C 3.79%, 09/17/2029(e) | | | | | | | 513 | | | | 512,167 | |
Pagaya AI Debt Trust Series 2022-6, Class A 11.00%, 05/15/2030(e) | | | | | | | 1,103 | | | | 1,108,605 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Series 2023-1, Class A2 7.556%, 07/15/2030(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 3,754 | | | $ | 3,750,729 | |
Theorem Funding Trust Series 2022-1A, Class A 1.85%, 02/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 2,364 | | | | 2,310,857 | |
Series 2022-3A, Class A 7.60%, 04/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 7,536 | | | | 7,586,929 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 32,630,647 | |
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Autos - Fixed Rate – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ACM Auto Trust Series 2023-1A, Class A 6.61%, 01/22/2030(e) | | | | | | | 2,428 | | | | 2,423,333 | |
Flagship Credit Auto Trust Series 2019-4, Class E 4.11%, 03/15/2027(e) | | | | | | | 2,970 | | | | 2,773,544 | |
Lendbuzz Securitization Trust Series 2023-1A, Class A2 6.92%, 08/15/2028(e) | | | | | | | 6,260 | | | | 6,270,668 | |
Westlake Automobile Receivables Trust Series 2019-2A, Class E 4.02%, 04/15/2025(e) | | | | | | | 2,551 | | | | 2,548,902 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 14,016,447 | |
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Total Asset-Backed Securities (cost $46,983,272) | | | | | | | | | | | 46,647,094 | |
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EMERGING MARKETS - SOVEREIGNS – 1.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Angola – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Angolan Government International Bond 8.00%, 11/26/2029(e) | | | | | | | 6,169 | | | | 5,188,900 | |
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Dominican Republic – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dominican Republic International Bond 4.50%, 01/30/2030(e) | | | | | | | 5,298 | | | | 4,678,134 | |
4.875%, 09/23/2032(e) | | | | | | | 3,361 | | | | 2,888,989 | |
6.40%, 06/05/2049(e) | | | | | | | 2,287 | | | | 1,915,077 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 9,482,200 | |
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Ecuador – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ecuador Government International Bond 1.50%, 07/31/2040(e)(h) | | | | | | | 1,114 | | | | 362,178 | |
2.50%, 07/31/2035(e)(h) | | | | | | | 13,986 | | | | 5,107,436 | |
5.50%, 07/31/2030(e)(h) | | | | | | | 1,216 | | | | 638,782 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 6,108,396 | |
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El Salvador – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
El Salvador Government International Bond 7.125%, 01/20/2050(e) | | | | | | | 235 | | | | 113,946 | |
7.625%, 02/01/2041(e) | | | | | | | 158 | | | | 77,815 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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8.625%, 02/28/2029(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 7,640 | | | $ | 4,423,560 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 4,615,321 | |
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Ivory Coast – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ivory Coast Government International Bond 4.875%, 01/30/2032(e) | | | EUR | | | | 3,137 | | | | 2,610,428 | |
6.375%, 03/03/2028(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,377 | | | | 1,310,990 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 3,921,418 | |
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Kenya – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Republic of Kenya Government International Bond 7.00%, 05/22/2027(e) | | | | | | | 1,680 | | | | 1,342,740 | |
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Lebanon – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Lebanon Government International Bond 6.65%, 04/22/2024(e)(j)(o) | | | | | | | 507 | | | | 29,248 | |
6.85%, 03/23/2027(e)(j)(o) | | | | | | | 1,053 | | | | 60,087 | |
Series G 6.60%, 11/27/2026(e)(j)(o) | | | | | | | 1,284 | | | | 73,268 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 162,603 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Nigeria – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Nigeria Government International Bond 6.125%, 09/28/2028(e) | | | | | | | 233 | | | | 176,833 | |
7.143%, 02/23/2030(e) | | | | | | | 211 | | | | 157,564 | |
7.625%, 11/28/2047(e) | | | | | | | 2,963 | | | | 1,840,393 | |
7.696%, 02/23/2038(e) | | | | | | | 1,729 | | | | 1,136,061 | |
7.875%, 02/16/2032(e) | | | | | | | 226 | | | | 166,788 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 3,477,639 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Pakistan – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Pakistan Government International Bond 7.375%, 04/08/2031(e) | | | | | | | 750 | | | | 251,859 | |
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Senegal – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Senegal Government International Bond 6.25%, 05/23/2033(e) | | | | | | | 5,158 | | | | 4,048,385 | |
6.75%, 03/13/2048(e) | | | | | | | 6,453 | | | | 4,302,538 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 8,350,923 | |
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Ukraine – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ukraine Government International Bond 7.253%, 03/15/2035(e)(h) | | | | | | | 4,689 | | | | 759,911 | |
7.375%, 09/25/2034(e)(h) | | | | | | | 3,586 | | | | 576,674 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,336,585 | |
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Total Emerging Markets - Sovereigns (cost $67,702,608) | | | | | | | | | | | 44,238,584 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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AGENCIES – 1.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Agency Debentures – 1.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal Home Loan Banks 5.50%, 07/15/2036 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 8,695 | | | $ | 10,055,768 | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. 6.25%, 07/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 10,400 | | | | 12,382,369 | |
6.75%, 03/15/2031 | | | | | | | 4,000 | | | | 4,825,807 | |
Series GDIF 6.75%, 09/15/2029 | | | | | | | 4,606 | | | | 5,378,298 | |
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Total Agencies (cost $34,710,882) | | | | | | | | | | | 32,642,242 | |
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QUASI-SOVEREIGNS – 1.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Quasi-Sovereign Bonds – 1.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Chile – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Corp. Nacional del Cobre de Chile 5.125%, 02/02/2033(e) | | | | | | | 480 | | | | 485,040 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Hungary – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Magyar Export-Import Bank Zrt 6.125%, 12/04/2027(e) | | | | | | | 1,330 | | | | 1,338,126 | |
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Indonesia – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Indonesia Asahan Aluminium Persero PT 4.75%, 05/15/2025(e) | | | | | | | 2,044 | | | | 2,020,111 | |
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Kazakhstan – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
KazMunayGas National Co. JSC 5.375%, 04/24/2030(e) | | | | | | | 3,400 | | | | 3,116,066 | |
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Mexico – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Comision Federal de Electricidad 4.688%, 05/15/2029(e) | | | | | | | 4,031 | | | | 3,628,656 | |
Petroleos Mexicanos | | | | | | | | | | | | |
5.95%, 01/28/2031 | | | | | | | 6,037 | | | | 4,463,758 | |
6.49%, 01/23/2027 | | | | | | | 1,455 | | | | 1,302,225 | |
6.75%, 09/21/2047 | | | | | | | 8,071 | | | | 4,967,700 | |
6.95%, 01/28/2060 | | | | | | | 3,090 | | | | 1,871,767 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 16,234,106 | |
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South Africa – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Transnet SOC Ltd. 8.25%, 02/06/2028(e) | | | | | | | 2,700 | | | | 2,671,819 | |
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Ukraine – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
NAK Naftogaz Ukraine via Kondor Finance PLC 7.625%, 11/08/2026(j)(n)(o) | | | | | | | 2,168 | | | | 455,009 | |
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State Agency of Roads of Ukraine 6.25%, 06/24/2030(h)(n) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 7,856 | | | $ | 1,260,888 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 1,715,897 | |
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Total Quasi-Sovereigns (cost $39,282,238) | | | | | | | | | | | 27,581,165 | |
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GOVERNMENTS - SOVEREIGN BONDS – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Colombia – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Colombia Government International Bond 3.125%, 04/15/2031 | | | | | | | 864 | | | | 639,522 | |
3.25%, 04/22/2032 | | | | | | | 8,612 | | | | 6,207,637 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 6,847,159 | |
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Panama – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Panama Notas del Tesoro 3.75%, 04/17/2026 | | | | | | | 5,027 | | | | 4,804,870 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Peru – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Peruvian Government International Bond 2.392%, 01/23/2026 | | | | | | | 247 | | | | 233,075 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total Governments - Sovereign Bonds (cost $14,816,807) | | | | | | | | | | | 11,885,104 | |
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LOCAL GOVERNMENTS - US MUNICIPAL BONDS – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
United States – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Texas Transportation Commission State Highway Fund | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Series 2010-B 5.178%, 04/01/2030 | | | | | | | 2,560 | | | | 2,660,575 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Catholic Bishop of Chicago (The)) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Series 2021 5.75%, 07/25/2041(e) | | | | | | | 6,915 | | | | 6,300,412 | |
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Total Local Governments - US Municipal Bonds (cost $9,475,000) | | | | | | | | | | | 8,960,987 | |
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COMMON STOCKS – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Energy – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Energy Equipment & Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc.(j) | | | | | | | 22,730 | | | | 261,168 | |
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Oil, Gas & Consumable Fuels – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Berry Corp. | | | | | | | 78,098 | | | | 596,669 | |
Civitas Resources, Inc. | | | | | | | 5,127 | | | | 354,019 | |
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Denbury, Inc.(j) | | | | | | | 6,516 | | | $ | 608,464 | |
Golden Energy Offshore Services AS(j) | | | | | | | 1,497,659 | | | | 166,390 | |
Nordic Aviation Capital DAC(i)(j)(l) | | | | | | | 103,735 | | | | 1,452,290 | |
SandRidge Energy, Inc.(j) | | | | | | | 105 | | | | 1,488 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 3,179,320 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 3,440,488 | |
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Consumer Discretionary – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Automobile Components – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Energy Technology(i)(j)(l) | | | | | | | 497 | | | | 198,800 | |
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Broadline Retail – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ATD New Holdings, Inc.(i)(j) | | | | | | | 29,486 | | | | 1,592,244 | |
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Diversified Consumer Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Paysafe AG Tracker(i)(j) | | | | | | | 61,303 | | | | – 0 | – |
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Internet & Catalog Retail – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
GOLO Mobile, Inc.(i)(j)(l) | | | | | | | 30,264 | | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,791,044 | |
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Consumer Staples – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Household Products – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Southeastern Grocers, Inc.(i)(j)(l) | | | | | | | 71,086 | | | | 1,626,092 | |
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Communication Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Intelsat Emergence SA(i)(j) | | | | | | | 46,202 | | | | 1,146,410 | |
Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA(i)(j)(l) | | | | | | | 9,676 | | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,146,410 | |
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Media – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
iHeartMedia, Inc. – Class A(j) | | | | | | | 14,385 | | | | 49,916 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,196,326 | |
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Information Technology – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
IT Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Paysafe Ltd.(j) | | | | | | | 8,409 | | | | 120,753 | |
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Software – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Monitronics International, Inc.(j) | | | | | | | 34,245 | | | | 1,713 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 122,466 | |
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Health Care – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Pharmaceuticals – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Mallinckrodt PLC(j) | | | | | | | 5,739 | | | | 33,516 | |
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Total Common Stocks (cost $12,957,777) | | | | | | | | | | | 8,209,932 | |
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PREFERRED STOCKS – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Auto Components – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Energy Technology 0.00%(i)(j)(l) | | | | | | | 3,093 | | | $ | 2,551,725 | |
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Energy – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Gulfport Energy Corp. 10.00%(i)(j) | | | | | | | 113 | | | | 678,000 | |
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Total Preferred Stocks (cost $2,415,268) | | | | | | | | | | | 3,229,725 | |
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WARRANTS – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Athabasca Oil Corp., expiring 11/01/2026(i)(j) (cost $0) | | | | | | | 3,771 | | | | 7,021 | |
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SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS – 1.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bills – 0.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bill Zero Coupon, 09/28/2023 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 5,148 | | | | 5,044,522 | |
Zero Coupon, 10/12/2023 | | | | | | | 19,000 | | | | 18,578,475 | |
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Total U.S. Treasury Bills (cost $23,628,684) | | | | | | | | | | | 23,622,997 | |
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Investment Companies – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AB Fixed Income Shares, Inc. – Government Money Market Portfolio – Class AB, 4.74%(s)(t)(u) (cost $8,428,564) | | | | | | | 8,428,564 | | | | 8,428,564 | |
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Total Short-Term Investments (cost $32,057,248) | | | | | | | | | | | 32,051,561 | |
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Total Investments – 143.3% (cost $3,964,991,013) | | | | | | | | | | | 3,792,479,957 | |
Other assets less liabilities – (43.3)% | | | | | | | | | | | (1,145,246,944 | ) |
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Net Assets – 100.0% | | | | | | | | | | $ | 2,647,233,013 | |
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FUTURES (see Note D)
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Description | | Number of Contracts | | | Expiration Month | | | Current Notional | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Purchased Contracts | |
Long Gilt Futures | | | 10 | | | | June 2023 | | | $ | 1,275,099 | | | $ | 10,119 | |
U.S. Long Bond (CBT) Futures | | | 958 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 126,126,688 | | | | 5,144,007 | |
U.S. T-Note 2 Yr (CBT) Futures | | | 53 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 10,926,695 | | | | 105,104 | |
U.S. T-Note 10 Yr (CBT) Futures | | | 737 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 84,904,703 | | | | 2,692,243 | |
U.S. Ultra Bond (CBT) Futures | | | 1,382 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 195,423,438 | | | | 6,046,045 | |
|
Sold Contracts | |
Euro Buxl 30 Yr Bond Futures | | | 13 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 1,998,297 | | | | (96,848 | ) |
Euro-BOBL Futures | | | 16 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 2,079,859 | | | | (49,557 | ) |
Euro-Bund Futures | | | 49 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 7,319,308 | | | | (239,779 | ) |
Euro-Schatz Futures | | | 131 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 15,254,076 | | | | (140,151 | ) |
U.S. 10 Yr Ultra Futures | | | 1,694 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 205,741,594 | | | | (5,448,846 | ) |
U.S. T-Note 5 Yr (CBT) Futures | | | 2,149 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 235,835,962 | | | | 23,851 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 8,046,188 | |
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FORWARD CURRENCY EXCHANGE CONTRACTS (see Note D)
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Counterparty | | Contracts to Deliver (000) | | | In Exchange For (000) | | | Settlement Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Bank of America, NA | | EUR | 28,533 | | | USD | 30,370 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | $ | (1,086,387 | ) |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | USD | 3,298 | | | EUR | 3,080 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 97,785 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | CAD | 210,271 | | | USD | 154,128 | | | | 06/09/2023 | | | | (1,187,703 | ) |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | USD | 1,997 | | | AUD | 2,993 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | (12,365 | ) |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | EUR | 343 | | | USD | 375 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | (3,015 | ) |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | USD | 3,212 | | | EUR | 3,026 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 124,442 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | USD | 447 | | | GBP | 364 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | 10,532 | |
UBS AG | | USD | 1,989 | | | EUR | 1,872 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 74,513 | |
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| | | $ | (1,982,198 | ) |
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CENTRALLY CLEARED CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
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Description | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Sale Contracts | |
CDX-NAHY Series 40, 5 Year Index, 06/20/2028* | | | 5.00 | % | | | Quarterly | | | | 4.65 | % | | | USD 350 | | | $ | 6,851 | | | $ | 5,715 | | | $ | 1,136 | |
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CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
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Swap Counterparty & Referenced Obligation | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Sale Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | % | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | % | | USD | 1,699 | | | $ | (350,680 | ) | | $ | (390,658 | ) | | $ | 39,978 | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 679 | | | | (140,201 | ) | | | (170,383 | ) | | | 30,182 | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 1,274 | | | | (263,039 | ) | | | (293,026 | ) | | | 29,987 | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 93 | | | | (19,164 | ) | | | (5,449 | ) | | | (13,715 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 368 | | | | (75,947 | ) | | | (38,685 | ) | | | (37,262 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 656 | | | | (135,359 | ) | | | (97,426 | ) | | | (37,933 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 572 | | | | (118,114 | ) | | | (47,110 | ) | | | (71,004 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 875 | | | | (180,596 | ) | | | (82,725 | ) | | | (97,871 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 1,127 | | | | (232,566 | ) | | | (105,863 | ) | | | (126,703 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 2,861 | | | | (590,569 | ) | | | (272,770 | ) | | | (317,799 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 5,469 | | | | (1,128,813 | ) | | | (508,922 | ) | | | (619,891 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 5,469 | | | | (1,128,813 | ) | | | (508,922 | ) | | | (619,891 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 5,167 | | | | (1,066,449 | ) | | | (415,002 | ) | | | (651,447 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 5,473 | | | | (1,129,640 | ) | | | (319,597 | ) | | | (810,043 | ) |
Credit Suisse International | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.A Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 2.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 218 | | | | (35,114 | ) | | | (8,032 | ) | | | (27,082 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.A Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 2.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 437 | | | | (70,351 | ) | | | (16,397 | ) | | | (53,954 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.A Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 2.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 1,092 | | | | (175,816 | ) | | | (40,216 | ) | | | (135,600 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.A Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 2.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 2,499 | | | | (402,538 | ) | | | (125,520 | ) | | | (277,018 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.A Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 2.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 5,767 | | | | (928,932 | ) | | | (170,496 | ) | | | (758,436 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 769 | | | | (158,627 | ) | | | (88,529 | ) | | | (70,098 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 5,276 | | | | (1,089,009 | ) | | | (593,130 | ) | | | (495,879 | ) |
Goldman Sachs International | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.A Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 2.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 9,112 | | | | (1,467,713 | ) | | | (371,258 | ) | | | (1,096,455 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 3,618 | | | | (746,833 | ) | | | (545,457 | ) | | | (201,376 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 2,456 | | | | (506,826 | ) | | | (265,535 | ) | | | (241,291 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 5,051 | | | | (1,042,591 | ) | | | (772,423 | ) | | | (270,168 | ) |
JPMorgan Securities, LLC | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 1,717 | | | | (354,341 | ) | | | (100,749 | ) | | | (253,592 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 2,583 | | | | (533,166 | ) | | | (206,436 | ) | | | (326,730 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 5,461 | | | | (1,127,160 | ) | | | (572,817 | ) | | | (554,343 | ) |
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Swap Counterparty & Referenced Obligation | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Morgan Stanley & Co. International PLC | | | | | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.A Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 2.00 | % | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | % | | USD | 113 | | | $ | (18,148 | ) | | $ | (4,302 | ) | | $ | (13,846 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | USD | 313 | | | | (64,608 | ) | | | (24,260 | ) | | | (40,348 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (15,281,723 | ) | | $ | (7,162,095 | ) | | $ | (8,119,628 | ) |
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REVERSE REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS (see Note D)
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Broker | | Currency | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | Interest Rate | | | Maturity | | | U.S. $ Value at April 30, 2023 | |
Barclays Capital, Inc.† | | | USD | | | | 2,780 | | | | (2.00 | )* | | | — | | | $ | 2,779,382 | |
Barclays Capital, Inc.† | | | USD | | | | 1,523 | | | | (0.50 | )* | | | — | | | | 1,522,119 | |
Barclays Capital, Inc.† | | | USD | | | | 1,784 | | | | 2.00 | | | | — | | | | 1,784,535 | |
Barclays Capital, Inc.† | | | USD | | | | 1,110 | | | | 3.25 | | | | — | | | | 1,107,678 | |
HSBC Securities (USA), Inc.† | | | USD | | | | 12,506 | | | | 4.60 | | | | — | | | | 12,533,166 | |
HSBC Securities (USA), Inc.† | | | USD | | | | 271,036 | | | | 4.65 | | | | — | | | | 237,269,864 | |
HSBC Securities (USA), Inc.† | | | USD | | | | 34,765 | | | | 4.94 | | | | — | | | | 35,156,184 | |
HSBC Securities (USA), Inc.† | | | USD | | | | 28,669 | | | | 4.94 | | | | — | | | | 28,668,750 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank† | | | USD | | | | 413,950 | | | | 4.87 | | | | — | | | | 415,501,756 | |
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| | | | | | | $ | 736,323,434 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
* | Interest payment due from counterparty. |
† | The reverse repurchase agreement matures on demand. Interest rate resets daily and the rate shown is the rate in effect on April 30, 2023. |
The type of underlying collateral and the remaining maturity of open reverse repurchase agreements on the statements of assets and liabilities is as follows:
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| | Overnight and Continuous | | | Up to 30 Days | | | 31-90 Days | | | Greater than 90 Days | | | Total | |
Government – Treasuries | | $ | 716,596,554 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 716,596,554 | |
Agencies | | | 12,533,166 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 12,533,166 | |
Corporates – Non-Investment Grade | | | 6,086,036 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 6,086,036 | |
Corporates – Investment Grade | | | 1,107,678 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,107,678 | |
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Total | | $ | 736,323,434 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 736,323,434 | |
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** | Principal amount less than 500. |
(a) | Position, or a portion thereof, has been segregated to collateralize reverse repurchase agreements. |
(b) | Position, or a portion thereof, has been segregated to collateralize OTC derivatives outstanding. |
(c) | Position, or a portion thereof, has been segregated to collateralize margin requirements for open centrally cleared swaps. |
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(d) | Position, or a portion thereof, has been segregated to collateralize margin requirements for open futures contracts. |
(e) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities are considered restricted, but liquid and may be resold in transactions exempt from registration. At April 30, 2023, the aggregate market value of these securities amounted to $865,926,444 or 32.7% of net assets. |
(f) | Securities are perpetual and, thus, do not have a predetermined maturity date. The date shown, if applicable, reflects the next call date. |
(g) | Floating Rate Security. Stated interest/floor/ceiling rate was in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(h) | Coupon rate adjusts periodically based upon a predetermined schedule. Stated interest rate in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(i) | Security in which significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) were used in determining fair value. |
(j) | Non-income producing security. |
(k) | Defaulted matured security. |
(l) | Fair valued by the Adviser. |
(m) | Pay-In-Kind Payments (PIK). The issuer may pay cash interest and/or interest in additional debt securities. Rates shown are the rates in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(n) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities, which represent 0.27% of net assets as of April 30, 2023, are considered illiquid and restricted. Additional information regarding such securities follows: |
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144A/Restricted & Illiquid Securities | | Acquisition Date | | | Cost | | | Market Value | | | Percentage of Net Assets | |
Consumer Loan Underlying Bond Certificate Issuer Trust I Series 2018-20, Class PT 11.438%, 11/16/2043 | | | 09/27/2018 | | | $ | 67,221 | | | $ | 63,107 | | | | 0.00 | % |
Consumer Loan Underlying Bond Certificate Issuer Trust I Series 2019-36, Class PT 12.926%, 10/17/2044 | | | 09/04/2019 | | | | 232,841 | | | | 226,321 | | | | 0.01 | % |
Consumer Loan Underlying Bond Certificate Issuer Trust I Series 2019-43, Class PT (62.813)%, 11/15/2044 | | | 10/09/2019 | | | | 988 | | | | 882 | | | | 0.00 | % |
Digicel Group Holdings Ltd. 7.00%, 05/15/2023 | | | 06/21/2019 | | | | 22,404 | | | | 10,274 | | | | 0.00 | % |
Exide Technologies (Exchange Priority) 11.00%, 10/31/2024 | | | 10/26/2020 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 0.00 | % |
Exide Technologies (First Lien) 11.00%, 10/31/2024 | | | 06/21/2019 | | | | 692,006 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 0.00 | % |
Home Re Ltd. Series 2019-1, Class B1 9.37%, 05/25/2029 | | | 12/20/2019 | | | | 2,052,667 | | | | 2,017,728 | | | | 0.08 | % |
JPMorgan Madison Avenue Securities Trust Series 2014-CH1, Class M2 9.27%, 11/25/2024 | | | 11/06/2015 | | | | 339,548 | | | | 330,959 | | | | 0.01 | % |
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144A/Restricted & Illiquid Securities | | Acquisition Date | | | Cost | | | Market Value | | | Percentage of Net Assets | |
JPMorgan Madison Avenue Securities Trust Series 2015-CH1, Class M2 10.52%, 10/25/2025 | | | 09/18/2015 | | | $ | 614,335 | | | $ | 601,374 | | | | 0.02 | % |
Magnetation LLC/Mag Finance Corp. 11.00%, 05/15/2018 | | | 02/19/2015 | | | | 861,787 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 0.00 | % |
NAK Naftogaz Ukraine via Kondor Finance PLC 7.625%, 11/08/2026 | | | 11/04/2019 | | | | 2,168,000 | | | | 455,009 | | | | 0.02 | % |
PMT Credit Risk Transfer Trust Series 2020-1R, Class A 8.368%, 02/27/2023 | | | 02/11/2020 | | | | 1,780,512 | | | | 1,720,160 | | | | 0.07 | % |
State Agency of Roads of Ukraine 6.25%, 06/24/2030 | | | 06/17/2021 | | | | 7,856,000 | | | | 1,260,888 | | | | 0.05 | % |
Terraform Global Operating LP 6.125%, 03/01/2026 | | | 02/08/2018 | | | | 289,000 | | | | 277,056 | | | | 0.01 | % |
Tonon Luxembourg SA 6.50%, 10/31/2024 | | | 01/16/2013 | | | | 1,804,783 | | | | 87 | | | | 0.00 | % |
Virgolino de Oliveira Finance SA 10.50%, 01/28/2018 | | | 06/19/2013 | | | | 3,510,949 | | | | 474 | | | | 0.00 | % |
Virgolino de Oliveira Finance SA 10.875%, 01/13/2020 | | | 06/09/2014 | | | | 745,965 | | | | 75 | | | | 0.00 | % |
Virgolino de Oliveira Finance SA 11.75%, 02/09/2022 | | | 01/29/2014 | | | | 916,308 | | | | 169 | | | | 0.00 | % |
Wells Fargo Credit Risk Transfer Securities Trust Series 2015-WF1, Class 1M2 10.27%, 11/25/2025 | | | 09/06/2016 | | | | 224,883 | | | | 208,536 | | | | 0.01 | % |
(p) | Inverse interest only security. |
(r) | The stated coupon rate represents the greater of the LIBOR or an alternate base rate such as the the PRIME/SOFR or the LIBOR/PRIME/SOFR floor rate plus a spread at April 30, 2023. |
(s) | Affiliated investments. |
(t) | To obtain a copy of the fund’s shareholder report, please go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227-4618. |
(u) | The rate shown represents the 7-day yield as of period end. |
Currency Abbreviations:
AUD – Australian Dollar
CAD – Canadian Dollar
EUR – Euro
GBP – Great British Pound
USD – United States Dollar
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Glossary:
ABS – Asset-Backed Securities
BOBL – Bundesobligationen
CBT – Chicago Board of Trade
CDX-CMBX.NA – North American Commercial Mortgage-Backed Index
CDX-NAHY – North American High Yield Credit Default Swap Index
CLO – Collateralized Loan Obligations
CMBS – Commercial Mortgage-Backed
JSC – Joint Stock Company
LIBOR – London Interbank Offered Rate
REIT – Real Estate Investment Trust
REMICs – Real Estate Mortgage Investment Conduits
SOFR – Secured Overnight Financing Rate
TBA – To Be Announced
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
| | | | |
Assets | |
Investments in securities, at value | |
Unaffiliated issuers (cost $3,956,562,449) | | $ | 3,784,051,393 | |
Affiliated issuers (cost $8,428,564) | | | 8,428,564 | |
Cash collateral due from broker | | | 1,032,999 | |
Foreign currencies, at value (cost $421,816) | | | 423,708 | |
Unaffiliated interest and dividends receivable | | | 44,087,337 | |
Receivable for investment securities sold | | | 32,407,789 | |
Receivable for capital stock sold | | | 4,078,775 | |
Receivable for variation margin on futures | | | 2,181,927 | |
Unrealized appreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 307,272 | |
Affiliated dividends receivable | | | 39,519 | |
Receivable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 15,918 | |
Other assets | | | 103,843 | |
| | | | |
Total assets | | | 3,877,159,044 | |
| | | | |
Liabilities | |
Due to custodian | | | 2,487,410 | |
Payable for reverse repurchase agreements | | | 736,323,434 | |
Payable for investment securities purchased | | | 464,708,388 | |
Market value on credit default swaps (net premiums received $7,162,095) | | | 15,281,723 | |
Payable for capital stock repurchased | | | 5,757,525 | |
Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 2,289,470 | |
Dividends payable | | | 924,769 | |
Advisory fee payable | | | 800,735 | |
Foreign capital gains tax payable | | | 355,807 | |
Distribution fee payable | | | 110,844 | |
Transfer Agent fee payable | | | 75,510 | |
Administrative fee payable | | | 29,206 | |
Directors’ fees payable | | | 5,963 | |
Accrued expenses and other liabilities | | | 775,247 | |
| | | | |
Total liabilities | | | 1,229,926,031 | |
| | | | |
Net Assets | | $ | 2,647,233,013 | |
| | | | |
Composition of Net Assets | |
Capital stock, at par | | $ | 405,943 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 3,403,537,041 | |
Accumulated loss | | | (756,709,971 | ) |
| | | | |
Net Assets | | $ | 2,647,233,013 | |
| | | | |
Net Asset Value Per Share—33 billion shares of capital stock authorized, $.001 par value
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Class | | Net Assets | | | Shares Outstanding | | | Net Asset Value | |
| |
A | | $ | 152,029,715 | | | | 23,338,341 | | | $ | 6.51 | * |
| |
C | | $ | 105,140,639 | | | | 16,121,500 | | | $ | 6.52 | |
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Advisor | | $ | 2,367,899,042 | | | | 363,083,904 | | | $ | 6.52 | |
| |
Z | | $ | 22,163,617 | | | | 3,399,427 | | | $ | 6.52 | |
| |
* | The maximum offering price per share for Class A shares was $6.80 which reflects a sales charge of 4.25%. |
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
| | | | | | | | |
Investment Income | | | | | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 86,640,206 | | | | | |
Dividends | | | | | | | | |
Affiliated issuers | | | 279,717 | | | | | |
Unaffiliated issuers | | | 102,301 | | | $ | 87,022,224 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Expenses | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fee (see Note B) | | | 5,859,472 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class A | | | 194,690 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class C | | | 547,746 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class A | | | 76,183 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class C | | | 53,592 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Advisor Class | | | 1,134,921 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class Z | | | 2,426 | | | | | |
Custody and accounting | | | 159,288 | | | | | |
Printing | | | 123,715 | | | | | |
Audit and tax | | | 76,565 | | | | | |
Registration fees | | | 58,130 | | | | | |
Administrative | | | 47,414 | | | | | |
Legal | | | 31,030 | | | | | |
Directors’ fees | | | 27,377 | | | | | |
Miscellaneous | | | 31,770 | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total expenses before interest expense/bank overdraft | | | 8,424,319 | | | | | |
Interest expense/bank overdraft | | | 11,328,382 | | | | | |
Total expenses | | | | | | | 19,752,701 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Less: expenses waived and reimbursed by the Adviser (see Note B) | | | (877,496 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net expenses | | | | | | | 18,875,205 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | | | | | 68,147,019 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investment and Foreign Currency Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net realized loss on: | | | | | | | | |
Investment transactions(a) | | | | | | | (33,954,434 | ) |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | (36,810 | ) |
Futures | | | | | | | (27,662,584 | ) |
Swaps | | | | | | | (166,030 | ) |
Foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | (4,347,414 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of: | | | | | | | | |
Investments(b) | | | | | | | 155,793,373 | |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | (832,195 | ) |
Futures | | | | | | | 49,038,792 | |
Swaps | | | | | | | 655,223 | |
Foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | | | | | 221,054 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net gain on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | 141,493,274 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net Increase in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | $ | 206,855,994 | |
| | | | | | | | |
(a) | Net of foreign realized capital gains taxes of $9,062. |
(b) | Net of increase in accrued foreign capital gains taxes on unrealized gains of $4,459. |
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | $ | 68,147,019 | | | $ | 122,535,702 | |
Net realized loss on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | (66,167,272 | ) | | | (537,822,684 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments and foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | 204,876,247 | | | | (310,736,514 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations | | | 206,855,994 | | | | (726,023,496 | ) |
Distributions to Shareholders | | | | | | | | |
Class A | | | (4,235,142 | ) | | | (7,242,847 | ) |
Class C | | | (2,563,189 | ) | | | (4,015,362 | ) |
Advisor Class | | | (66,180,084 | ) | | | (117,190,413 | ) |
Class Z | | | (636,111 | ) | | | (938,821 | ) |
Capital Stock Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net decrease | | | (116,196,834 | ) | | | (1,158,104,578 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Total increase (decrease) | | | 17,044,634 | | | | (2,013,515,517 | ) |
Net Assets | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 2,630,188,379 | | | | 4,643,703,896 | |
| | | | | | | | |
End of period | | $ | 2,647,233,013 | | | $ | 2,630,188,379 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
For the six months ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
| | | | | | | | |
Cash flows from operating activities | | | | | | | | |
Net increase in net assets from operations | | | | | | $ | 206,855,994 | |
Reconciliation of net increase in net assets from operations to net increase in cash from operating activities | | | | | | | | |
Purchases of long-term investments | | $ | (3,368,038,916 | ) | | | | |
Purchases of short-term investments | | | (378,188,878 | ) | | | | |
Proceeds from disposition of long-term investments | | | 3,629,032,338 | | | | | |
Proceeds from disposition of short-term investments | | | 351,840,811 | | | | | |
Net realized loss on investment transactions and foreign currency transactions | | | 66,167,272 | | | | | |
Net realized loss on forward currency exchange contracts | | | (36,810 | ) | | | | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments and foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | (204,876,247 | ) | | | | |
Net accretion of bond discount and amortization of bond premium | | | 766,217 | | | | | |
Decrease in receivable for investments sold | | | 184,452,819 | | | | | |
Increase in interest receivable | | | (18,723,111 | ) | | | | |
Increase in affiliated dividends receivable | | | (21,266 | ) | | | | |
Increase in other assets | | | (146,150 | ) | | | | |
Decrease in cash collateral due from broker | | | 1 | | | | | |
Decrease in payable for investments purchased | | | (187,548,720 | ) | | | | |
Decrease in advisory fee payable | | | (217,613 | ) | | | | |
Decrease in administrative fee payable | | | (3,486 | ) | | | | |
Decrease in Foreign capital gains tax payable | | | (4,603 | ) | | | | |
Increase in Transfer Agent fee payable | | | 13,043 | | | | | |
Decrease in distribution fee payable | | | (14,916 | ) | | | | |
Increase in Directors’ fee payable | | | 1,110 | | | | | |
Increase in accrued expenses | | | 50,744 | | | | | |
Payments on swaps, net | | | (13,218,677 | ) | | | | |
Proceeds for exchange-traded derivatives settlements, net | | | 18,521,529 | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total adjustments | | | | | | | 79,806,491 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | | | | | | | 286,662,485 | |
Cash flows from financing activities | | | | | | | | |
Redemptions of capital stock, net | | | (171,156,708 | ) | | | | |
Increase in due to custodian | | | 2,487,410 | | | | | |
Cash dividends paid (net of dividend reinvestments)† | | | (21,606,306 | ) | | | | |
Repayment of reverse repurchase agreements | | | (100,688,464 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities | | | | | | | (290,964,068 | ) |
Effect of exchange rate on cash | | | | | | | (4,126,360 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Net decrease in cash | | | | | | | (8,427,943 | ) |
Cash at beginning of period | | | | | | | 8,851,651 | |
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Cash at end of period | | | | | | $ | 423,708 | |
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Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information | | | | | | | | |
† Reinvestment of dividends | | $ | 51,813,519 | | | | | |
Interest expense paid during the period | | $ | 8,597,259 | | | | | |
In accordance with U.S. GAAP, the Fund has included a Statement of Cash Flows as a result of its significant investments in reverse repurchase agreements throughout the period.
See notes to financial statements.
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April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
NOTE A
Significant Accounting Policies
AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 as an open-end management investment company. The Company, which is a Maryland corporation, operates as a series company comprised of 10 portfolios currently in operation. Each portfolio is considered to be a separate entity for financial reporting and tax purposes. This report relates only to the AB Income Fund (the “Fund”), a diversified portfolio. The Fund has authorized the issuance of Class A, Class B, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I, Class Z, Class T, Class 1 and Class 2 shares. Class B, Class K, Class R, Class I, Class T, Class 1 and Class 2 shares have not been issued. Class A shares are sold with a front-end sales charge of up to 4.25% for purchases not exceeding $1,000,000. With respect to purchases of $1,000,000 or more, Class A shares redeemed within one year of purchase may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1%. Class C shares are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1% on redemptions made within the first year after purchase, and 0% after the first year of purchase. Effective May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically convert to Class A shares eight years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Prior to May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically converted to Class A shares 10 years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Advisor Class and Class Z shares are sold without an initial or contingent deferred sales charge and are not subject to ongoing distribution expenses. All 11 classes of shares have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights, except that the classes bear different distribution and transfer agency expenses. Each class has exclusive voting rights with respect to its distribution plan. The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The Fund is an investment company under U.S. GAAP and follows the accounting and reporting guidance applicable to investment companies. The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund.
1. Security Valuation
Portfolio securities are valued at market value determined on the basis of market quotations or, if market quotations are not readily available or are unreliable, at “fair value” as determined in accordance with procedures approved by and under the oversight of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Pursuant to these procedures, AllianceBernstein L.P. (the “Adviser”) serves as the Fund’s valuation designee pursuant to Rule 2a-5
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of the 1940 Act. In this capacity, the Adviser is responsible, among other things, for making all fair value determinations relating to the Fund’s portfolio investments, subject to the Board’s oversight.
In general, the market values of securities which are readily available and deemed reliable are determined as follows: securities listed on a national securities exchange (other than securities listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market, Inc. (“NASDAQ”)) or on a foreign securities exchange are valued at the last sale price at the close of the exchange or foreign securities exchange. If there has been no sale on such day, the securities are valued at the last traded price from the previous day. Securities listed on more than one exchange are valued by reference to the principal exchange on which the securities are traded; securities listed only on NASDAQ are valued in accordance with the NASDAQ Official Closing Price; listed or over the counter (“OTC”) market put or call options are valued at the mid level between the current bid and ask prices. If either a current bid or current ask price is unavailable, the Adviser will have discretion to determine the best valuation (e.g., last trade price in the case of listed options); open futures are valued using the closing settlement price or, in the absence of such a price, the most recent quoted bid price. If there are no quotations available for the day of valuation, the last available closing settlement price is used; U.S. Government securities and any other debt instruments having 60 days or less remaining until maturity are generally valued at market by an independent pricing vendor, if a market price is available. If a market price is not available, the securities are valued at amortized cost. This methodology is commonly used for short term securities that have an original maturity of 60 days or less, as well as short term securities that had an original term to maturity that exceeded 60 days. In instances when amortized cost is utilized, the Valuation Committee (the “Committee”) must reasonably conclude that the utilization of amortized cost is approximately the same as the fair value of the security. Factors the Committee will consider include, but are not limited to, an impairment of the creditworthiness of the issuer or material changes in interest rates. Fixed-income securities, including mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, may be valued on the basis of prices provided by a pricing service or at a price obtained from one or more of the major broker-dealers. In cases where broker-dealer quotes are obtained, the Adviser may establish procedures whereby changes in market yields or spreads are used to adjust, on a daily basis, a recently obtained quoted price on a security. Swaps and other derivatives are valued daily, primarily using independent pricing services, independent pricing models using market inputs, as well as third party broker-dealers or counterparties. Open-end mutual funds are valued at the closing net asset value per share, while exchange traded funds are valued at the closing market price per share.
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Securities for which market quotations are not readily available (including restricted securities) or are deemed unreliable are valued at fair value as deemed appropriate by the Adviser. Factors considered in making this determination may include, but are not limited to, information obtained by contacting the issuer, analysts, analysis of the issuer’s financial statements or other available documents. In addition, the Fund may use fair value pricing for securities primarily traded in non-U.S. markets because most foreign markets close well before the Fund values its securities at 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time. The earlier close of these foreign markets gives rise to the possibility that significant events, including broad market moves, may have occurred in the interim and may materially affect the value of those securities. To account for this, the Fund generally values many of its foreign equity securities using fair value prices based on third party vendor modeling tools to the extent available.
2. Fair Value Measurements
In accordance with U.S. GAAP regarding fair value measurements, fair value is defined as the price that the Fund would receive to sell an asset or pay to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. U.S. GAAP establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and a three-level hierarchy for fair value measurements based upon the transparency of inputs to the valuation of an asset or liability (including those valued based on their market values as described in Note A.1 above). Inputs may be observable or unobservable and refer broadly to the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. Observable inputs reflect the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on market data obtained from sources independent of the Fund. Unobservable inputs reflect the Fund’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on the best information available in the circumstances. Each investment is assigned a level based upon the observability of the inputs which are significant to the overall valuation. The three-tier hierarchy of inputs is summarized below.
| • | | Level 1—quoted prices in active markets for identical investments |
| • | | Level 2—other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar investments, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.) |
| • | | Level 3—significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments) |
The fair value of debt instruments, such as bonds, and over-the-counter derivatives is generally based on market price quotations, recently executed market transactions (where observable) or industry recognized
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modeling techniques and are generally classified as Level 2. Pricing vendor inputs to Level 2 valuations may include quoted prices for similar investments in active markets, interest rate curves, coupon rates, currency rates, yield curves, option adjusted spreads, default rates, credit spreads and other unique security features in order to estimate the relevant cash flows which are then discounted to calculate fair values. If these inputs are unobservable and significant to the fair value, these investments will be classified as Level 3.
Where readily available market prices or relevant bid prices are not available for certain equity investments, such investments may be valued based on similar publicly traded investments, movements in relevant indices since last available prices or based upon underlying company fundamentals and comparable company data (such as multiples to earnings or other multiples to equity). Where an investment is valued using an observable input, such as another publicly traded security, the investment will be classified as Level 2. If management determines that an adjustment is appropriate based on restrictions on resale, illiquidity or uncertainty, and such adjustment is a significant component of the valuation, the investment will be classified as Level 3. An investment will also be classified as Level 3 where management uses company fundamentals and other significant inputs to determine the valuation.
Valuations of mortgage-backed or other asset-backed securities, by pricing vendors, are based on both proprietary and industry recognized models and discounted cash flow techniques. Significant inputs to the valuation of these instruments are value of the collateral, the rates and timing of delinquencies, the rates and timing of prepayments, and default and loss expectations, which are driven in part by housing prices for residential mortgages. Significant inputs are determined based on relative value analyses, which incorporate comparisons to instruments with similar collateral and risk profiles, including relevant indices. Mortgage and asset-backed securities for which management has collected current observable data through pricing services are generally categorized within Level 2. Those investments for which current observable data has not been provided are classified as Level 3.
Bank loan prices are provided by third party pricing services and consist of a composite of the quotes received by the vendor into a consensus price. Certain bank loans are classified as Level 3, as a significant input used in the fair value measurement of these instruments is the market quotes that are received by the vendor and these inputs are not observable.
Other fixed income investments, including non-U.S. government and corporate debt, are generally valued using quoted market prices, if available,
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which are typically impacted by current interest rates, maturity dates and any perceived credit risk of the issuer. Additionally, in the absence of quoted market prices, these inputs are used by pricing vendors to derive a valuation based upon industry or proprietary models which incorporate issuer specific data with relevant yield/spread comparisons with more widely quoted bonds with similar key characteristics. Those investments for which there are observable inputs are classified as Level 2. Where the inputs are not observable, the investments are classified as Level 3.
The following table summarizes the valuation of the Fund’s investments by the above fair value hierarchy levels as of April 30, 2023:
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Investments in Securities: | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Governments - Treasuries | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 1,824,128,961 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 1,824,128,961 | |
Mortgage Pass-Throughs | | | – 0 | – | | | 534,024,846 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 534,024,846 | |
Corporates - Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | | 491,517,747 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 491,517,747 | |
Corporates - Non-Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | | 260,062,427 | | | | 78,879 | (a) | | | 260,141,306 | |
Collateralized Loan Obligations | | | – 0 | – | | | 133,429,859 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 133,429,859 | |
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations | | | – 0 | – | | | 101,308,677 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 101,308,677 | |
Emerging Markets - Corporate Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 88,797,591 | | | | 718 | | | | 88,798,309 | |
Bank Loans | | | – 0 | – | | | 63,112,333 | | | | 17,578,366 | | | | 80,690,699 | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities | | | – 0 | – | | | 62,986,138 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 62,986,138 | |
Asset-Backed Securities | | | 247,829 | | | | 46,399,265 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 46,647,094 | |
Emerging Markets - Sovereigns | | | – 0 | – | | | 44,238,584 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 44,238,584 | |
Agencies | | | – 0 | – | | | 32,642,242 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 32,642,242 | |
Quasi-Sovereigns | | | – 0 | – | | | 27,581,165 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 27,581,165 | |
Governments - Sovereign Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 11,885,104 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 11,885,104 | |
Local Governments - US Municipal Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 8,960,987 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 8,960,987 | |
Common Stocks | | | 2,194,096 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 6,015,836 | (a) | | | 8,209,932 | |
Preferred Stocks | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,229,725 | | | | 3,229,725 | |
Warrants | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 7,021 | | | | 7,021 | |
Short-Term Investments: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | – 0 | – | | | 23,622,997 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 23,622,997 | |
Investment Companies | | | 8,428,564 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 8,428,564 | |
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Total Investments in Securities | | | 10,870,489 | | | | 3,754,698,923 | | | | 26,910,545 | (a) | | | 3,792,479,957 | |
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Investments in Securities: | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Other Financial Instruments(b): | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures | | $ | 14,021,369 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 14,021,369 | (c) |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | 307,272 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 307,272 | |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 6,851 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 6,851 | (c) |
Liabilities: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures | | | (5,975,181 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (5,975,181 | )(c) |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | (2,289,470 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (2,289,470 | ) |
Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (15,281,723 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (15,281,723 | ) |
Reverse Repurchase Agreements | | | (736,323,434 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (736,323,434 | ) |
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Total | | $ | (717,406,757 | ) | | $ | 3,737,441,853 | | | $ | 26,910,545 | (a) | | $ | 3,046,945,641 | |
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(a) | The Fund held securities with zero market value at period end. |
(b) | Other financial instruments are derivative instruments, such as futures, forwards and swaps, which are valued at the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on the instrument. Other financial instruments may also include swaps with upfront premiums, options written and swaptions written which are valued at market value. |
(c) | Only variation margin receivable (payable) at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. Where applicable, centrally cleared swaps with upfront premiums are presented here at market value. |
The following is a reconciliation of investments in which significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) were used in determining fair value.
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| | Corporates - Non-Investment Grade | | | Emerging Markets - Corporate Bonds | | | Bank Loans | |
Balance as of 10/31/2022 | | $ | 4,804,847 | | | $ | 718 | | | $ | 14,042,134 | |
Accrued discounts (premiums) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 21,510 | |
Realized gain (loss) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (493,889 | ) |
Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,075,147 | |
Purchases | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Sales/Paydowns | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (10,431,356 | ) |
Transfers in to Level 3 | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 16,200,120 | |
Transfers out of Level 3 | | | (4,725,968 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (3,835,300 | ) |
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Balance as of 04/30/2023 | | $ | 78,879 | | | $ | 718 | | | $ | 17,578,366 | |
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Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) from investments held as of 04/30/2023(a) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 1,017,147 | |
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| | Asset- Backed Securities | | | Common Stocks | | | Preferred Stocks | |
Balance as of 10/31/2022 | | $ | 104,762 | | | $ | 3,555,651 | | | $ | 2,224,500 | |
Accrued discounts/(premiums) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Realized gain (loss) | | | (34,727 | ) | | | 10,376 | | | | (1,472 | ) |
Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (70,035 | ) | | | (803,114 | ) | | | 1,006,780 | |
Purchases | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Sales/Paydowns | | | – 0 | – | | | (10,376 | ) | | | (83 | ) |
Transfers in to Level 3 | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,263,299 | | | | – 0 | – |
Transfers out of Level 3 | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Balance as of 04/30/2023 | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 6,015,836 | | | $ | 3,229,725 | |
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Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) from investments held as of 04/30/2023(a) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | (803,114 | ) | | $ | 1,006,780 | |
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| | Warrants# | | | Total | | | | |
Balance as of 10/31/2022 | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 24,732,612 | | | | | |
Accrued discounts/(premiums) | | | – 0 | – | | | 21,510 | | | | | |
Realized gain (loss) | | | – 0 | – | | | (519,712 | ) | | | | |
Change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | 7,021 | | | | 2,215,799 | | | | | |
Purchases | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | | |
Sales/Paydowns | | | – 0 | – | | | (10,441,815 | ) | | | | |
Transfers in to Level 3 | | | – 0 | – | | | 19,463,419 | | | | | |
Transfers out of Level 3 | | | – 0 | – | | | (8,561,268 | ) | | | | |
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Balance as of 04/30/2023 | | $ | 7,021 | | | $ | 26,910,545 | | | | | |
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Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) from investments held as of 04/30/2023(a) | | $ | 7,021 | | | $ | 1,227,834 | | | | | |
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# | The Fund held a security with zero market value that was sold/expired/written off during the reporting period. |
(a) | The unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is included in net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments and other financial instruments in the accompanying statement of operations. |
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The following presents information about significant unobservable inputs related to the Fund’s Level 3 investments at April 30, 2023. Securities priced (i) by third party vendors, (ii) by brokers or (iii) using prior transaction prices, which approximates fair value, are excluded from the following table:
Quantitative Information about Level 3 Fair Value Measurements
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| | Fair Value at 04/30/2023 | | | Valuation Technique | | Unobservable Input | | Input |
Common Stocks | | $ | 2,750,525 | | | Guideline Public Company and Optional Value | | Volatility | | $400.00 - $825.00 |
Corporates – Non-Investment Grade | | $ | 78,879 | | | Recovery | | Discount Rate | | $ 0.20 |
Generally, a change in the assumptions used in any input in isolation may be accompanied by a change in another input. Significant changes in any of the unobservable inputs may significantly impact the fair value measurement. Significant increases (decreases) in Discount Rate and Volatility in isolation would be expected to result in a significantly higher (lower) fair value measurement.
3. Currency Translation
Assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies and commitments under forward currency exchange contracts are translated into U.S. dollars at the mean of the quoted bid and ask prices of such currencies against the U.S. dollar. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities are translated into U.S. dollars at the rates of exchange prevailing when such securities were acquired or sold. Income and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars at rates of exchange prevailing when accrued.
Net realized gain or loss on foreign currency transactions represents foreign exchange gains and losses from sales and maturities of foreign fixed income investments, holding of foreign currencies, currency gains or losses realized between the trade and settlement dates on foreign investment transactions, and the difference between the amounts of dividends, interest and foreign withholding taxes recorded on the Fund’s books and the U.S. dollar equivalent amounts actually received or paid. Net unrealized currency gains and losses from valuing foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities at period end exchange rates are reflected as a component of net unrealized appreciation or depreciation of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities.
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4. Taxes
It is the Fund’s policy to meet the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute all of its investment company taxable income and net realized gains, if any, to shareholders. Therefore, no provisions for federal income or excise taxes are required. The Fund may be subject to taxes imposed by countries in which it invests. Such taxes are generally based on income and/or capital gains earned or repatriated. Taxes are accrued and applied to net investment income, net realized gains and net unrealized appreciation/depreciation as such income and/or gains are earned.
In accordance with U.S. GAAP requirements regarding accounting for uncertainties in income taxes, management has analyzed the Fund’s tax positions taken or expected to be taken on federal and state income tax returns for all open tax years (the current and the prior three tax years) and has concluded that no provision for income tax is required in the Fund’s financial statements.
5. Investment Income and Investment Transactions
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date or as soon as the Fund is informed of the dividend. Interest income is accrued daily. Investment transactions are accounted for on the date the securities are purchased or sold. Investment gains or losses are determined on the identified cost basis. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date at the fair value of the securities received. The Fund amortizes premiums and accretes discounts as adjustments to interest income. The Fund accounts for distributions received from REIT investments or from regulated investment companies as dividend income, realized gain, or return of capital based on information provided by the REIT or the investment company. Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to current year presentation.
6. Class Allocations
All income earned and expenses incurred by the Fund are borne on a pro-rata basis by each outstanding class of shares, based on the proportionate interest in the Fund represented by the net assets of such class, except for class specific expenses which are allocated to the respective class. Expenses of the Company are charged proportionately to each fund or based on other appropriate methods. Realized and unrealized gains and losses are allocated among the various share classes based on respective net assets.
7. Dividends and Distributions
Dividends and distributions to shareholders, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gains distributions are
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determined in accordance with federal tax regulations and may differ from those determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on their federal tax basis treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
NOTE B
Advisory Fee and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Under the terms of the investment advisory agreement, the Fund pays the Adviser an advisory fee at an annual rate of .45% of the first $2.5 billion of the Fund’s average daily net assets, .40% of the excess over $2.5 billion up to $5 billion and .35% in excess of $5 billion, of the Fund’s average daily net assets. The fee is accrued daily and paid monthly. The Adviser has agreed to waive its fees and bear certain expenses to the extent necessary to limit total operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest, interest expense, taxes, extraordinary expenses, and brokerage commissions and other transaction costs) on an annual basis (the “Expense Caps”) to .77%, 1.52%, .52%, and .52% of daily average net assets for Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, and Class Z shares, respectively. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such reimbursement/waivers amounted to $870,767. The Expense Caps may not be terminated by the Adviser before January 31, 2024.
Pursuant to the investment advisory agreement, the Fund may reimburse the Adviser for certain legal and accounting services provided to the Fund by the Adviser. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the reimbursement for such services amounted to $47,414.
The Fund compensates AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. (“ABIS”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, under a Transfer Agency Agreement for providing personnel and facilities to perform transfer agency services for the Fund. ABIS may make payments to intermediaries that provide omnibus account services, sub-accounting services and/or networking services. Such compensation retained by ABIS amounted to $288,447 for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, serves as the distributor of the Fund’s shares. The Distributor has advised the Fund that it has retained front-end sales charges of $2,492 from the sale of Class A shares and received $11 and $2,273 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed upon redemptions by shareholders of Class A and Class C shares, respectively, for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
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The Fund may invest in AB Government Money Market Portfolio (the “Government Money Market Portfolio”) which has a contractual annual advisory fee rate of .20% of the portfolio’s average daily net assets and bears its own expenses. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive .10% of the advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio (resulting in a net advisory fee of .10%) until August 31, 2023. In connection with the investment by the Fund in Government Money Market Portfolio, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of the effective advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio, as borne indirectly by the Fund as an acquired fund fee and expense. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such waiver amounted to $6,729.
A summary of the Fund’s transactions in AB mutual funds for the six months ended April 30, 2023 is as follows:
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Fund | | Market Value 10/31/22 (000) | | | Purchases at Cost (000) | | | Sales Proceeds (000) | | | Market Value 4/30/23 (000) | | | Dividend Income (000) | |
Government Money Market Portfolio | | $ | 5,642 | | | $ | 343,873 | | | $ | 341,086 | | | $ | 8,429 | | | $ | 280 | |
NOTE C
Distribution Services Agreement
The Fund has adopted a Distribution Services Agreement (the “Agreement”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Under the Agreement, the Fund pays distribution and servicing fees to the Distributor at an annual rate of up to .25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares and 1% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C shares. There are no distribution and servicing fees on the Advisor Class and Class Z shares. The fees are accrued daily and paid monthly. The Agreement provides that the Distributor will use such payments in their entirety for distribution assistance and promotional activities. Since the commencement of the Fund’s operations, the Distributor has incurred expenses in excess of the distribution costs reimbursed by the Fund in the amount of $1,081,331 for Class C shares. While such costs may be recovered from the Fund in future periods so long as the Agreement is in effect, the rate of the distribution and servicing fees payable under the Agreement may not be increased without a shareholder vote. In accordance with the Agreement, there is no provision for recovery of unreimbursed distribution costs incurred by the Distributor beyond the current fiscal year for Class A shares. The Agreement also provides that the Adviser may use its own resources to finance the distribution of the Fund’s shares.
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NOTE D
Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) for the six months ended April 30, 2023 were as follows:
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| | Purchases | | | Sales | |
Investment securities (excluding U.S. government securities) | | $ | 277,564,855 | | | $ | 275,836,691 | |
U.S. government securities | | | 3,090,046,136 | | | | 3,320,031,740 | |
The cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was substantially the same as the cost for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, gross unrealized appreciation and unrealized depreciation are as follows:
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Gross unrealized appreciation | | $ | 68,294,928 | |
Gross unrealized depreciation | | | (242,860,486 | ) |
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Net unrealized depreciation | | $ | (174,565,558 | ) |
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1. Derivative Financial Instruments
The Fund may use derivatives in an effort to earn income and enhance returns, to replace more traditional direct investments, to obtain exposure to otherwise inaccessible markets (collectively, “investment purposes”), or to hedge or adjust the risk profile of its portfolio.
The principal types of derivatives utilized by the Fund, as well as the methods in which they may be used are:
The Fund may buy or sell futures for investment purposes or for the purpose of hedging its portfolio against adverse effects of potential movements in the market. The Fund bears the market risk that arises from changes in the value of these instruments and the imperfect correlation between movements in the price of the futures and movements in the price of the assets, reference rates or indices which they are designed to track. Among other things, the Fund may purchase or sell futures for foreign currencies or options thereon for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investment in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
At the time the Fund enters into futures, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the exchange on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily
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fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for exchange-traded futures is generally less than privately negotiated futures, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each exchange-traded future, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Use of long futures subjects the Fund to risk of loss in excess of the amounts shown on the statement of assets and liabilities, up to the notional value of the futures. Use of short futures subjects the Fund to unlimited risk of loss. Under some circumstances, futures exchanges may establish daily limits on the amount that the price of futures can vary from the previous day’s settlement price, which could effectively prevent liquidation of unfavorable positions.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held futures for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
| • | | Forward Currency Exchange Contracts |
The Fund may enter into forward currency exchange contracts in order to hedge its exposure to changes in foreign currency exchange rates on its foreign portfolio holdings, to hedge certain firm purchase and sale commitments denominated in foreign currencies and for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investments in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
A forward currency exchange contract is a commitment to purchase or sell a foreign currency at a future date at a negotiated forward rate. The gain or loss arising from the difference between the original contract and the closing of such contract would be included in net realized gain or loss on forward currency exchange contracts. Fluctuations in the value of open forward currency exchange contracts are recorded for financial reporting purposes as unrealized appreciation and/or depreciation by the Fund. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of a contract and from unanticipated movements in the value of a foreign currency relative to the U.S. dollar.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held forward currency exchange contracts for hedging purposes.
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The Fund may enter into swaps to hedge its exposure to interest rates, credit risk, equity markets or currencies. The Fund may also enter into swaps for non-hedging purposes as a means of gaining market exposures, making direct investments in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions.” A swap is an agreement that obligates two parties to exchange a series of cash flows at specified intervals based upon or calculated by reference to changes in specified prices or rates for a specified amount of an underlying asset. The payment flows are usually netted against each other, with the difference being paid by one party to the other. In addition, collateral may be pledged or received by the Fund in accordance with the terms of the respective swaps to provide value and recourse to the Fund or its counterparties in the event of default, bankruptcy or insolvency by one of the parties to the swap.
Risks may arise as a result of the failure of the counterparty to the swap to comply with the terms of the swap. The loss incurred by the failure of a counterparty is generally limited to the net interim payment to be received by the Fund, and/or the termination value at the end of the contract. Therefore, the Fund considers the creditworthiness of each counterparty to a swap in evaluating potential counterparty risk. This risk is mitigated by having a netting arrangement between the Fund and the counterparty and by the posting of collateral by the counterparty to the Fund to cover the Fund’s exposure to the counterparty. Additionally, risks may arise from unanticipated movements in interest rates or in the value of the underlying securities. The Fund accrues for the interim payments on swaps on a daily basis, with the net amount recorded within unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of assets and liabilities, where applicable. Once the interim payments are settled in cash, the net amount is recorded as realized gain/(loss) on swaps on the statement of operations, in addition to any realized gain/(loss) recorded upon the termination of swaps. Upfront premiums paid or received for swaps are recognized as cost or proceeds on the statement of assets and liabilities and are amortized on a straight line basis over the life of the contract. Amortized upfront premiums are included in net realized gain/(loss) from swaps on the statement of operations. Fluctuations in the value of swaps are recorded as a component of net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of operations.
Certain standardized swaps, including certain interest rate swaps and credit default swaps, are (or soon will be) subject to mandatory central clearing. Cleared swaps are transacted through futures commission merchants (“FCMs”) that are members of central clearinghouses, with
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the clearinghouse serving as central counterparty, similar to transactions in futures contracts. Centralized clearing will be required for additional categories of swaps on a phased-in basis based on requirements published by the Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
At the time the Fund enters into a centrally cleared swap, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the clearinghouse on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for centrally cleared swaps is generally less than non-centrally cleared swaps, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each centrally cleared swap, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Interest Rate Swaps:
The Fund is subject to interest rate risk exposure in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. Because the Fund holds fixed rate bonds, the value of these bonds may decrease if interest rates rise. To help hedge against this risk and to maintain its ability to generate income at prevailing market rates, the Fund may enter into interest rate swaps. Interest rate swaps are agreements between two parties to exchange cash flows based on a notional amount. The Fund may elect to pay a fixed rate and receive a floating rate, or, receive a fixed rate and pay a floating rate on a notional amount.
In addition, the Fund may also enter into interest rate swap transactions to preserve a return or spread on a particular investment or portion of its portfolio, or protecting against an increase in the price of securities the Fund anticipates purchasing at a later date. Interest rate swaps involve the exchange by the Fund with another party of their respective commitments to pay or receive interest (e.g., an exchange of floating rate payments for fixed rate payments) computed based on a contractually-based principal (or “notional”) amount. Interest rate swaps are entered into on a net basis (i.e., the two payment streams are netted out, with the Fund receiving or paying, as the case may be, only the net amount of the two payments).
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During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held interest rate swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
Credit Default Swaps:
The Fund may enter into credit default swaps, including to manage its exposure to the market or certain sectors of the market, to reduce its risk exposure to defaults by corporate and sovereign issuers held by the Fund, or to create exposure to corporate or sovereign issuers to which it is not otherwise exposed. The Fund may purchase credit protection (“Buy Contract”) or provide credit protection (“Sale Contract”) on the referenced obligation of the credit default swap. During the term of the swap, the Fund receives/(pays) fixed payments from/(to) the respective counterparty, calculated at the agreed upon rate applied to the notional amount. If the Fund is a buyer/(seller) of protection and a credit event occurs, as defined under the terms of the swap, the Fund will either (i) receive from the seller/(pay to the buyer) of protection an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap (the “Maximum Payout Amount”) and deliver/(take delivery of) the referenced obligation or (ii) receive/(pay) a net settlement amount in the form of cash or securities equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the referenced obligation. In certain circumstances Maximum Payout Amounts may be partially offset by recovery values of the respective referenced obligations, upfront premium received upon entering into the agreement, or net amounts received from settlement of buy protection credit default swaps entered into by the Fund for the same referenced obligations with the same counterparty.
Credit default swaps may involve greater risks than if the Fund had invested in the referenced obligation directly. Credit default swaps are subject to general market risk, liquidity risk, counterparty risk and credit risk. If the Fund is a buyer of protection and no credit event occurs, it will lose the payments it made to its counterparty. If the Fund is a seller of protection and a credit event occurs, the value of the referenced obligation received by the Fund coupled with the periodic payments previously received, may be less than the Maximum Payout Amount it pays to the buyer, resulting in a net loss to the Fund.
Implied credit spreads over U.S. Treasuries of comparable maturity utilized in determining the market value of credit default swaps on issuers as of period end are disclosed in the portfolio of investments. The implied spreads serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and typically reflect the likelihood of default by the issuer of the referenced obligation. The implied credit spread of a particular reference obligation also reflects the cost of buying/selling protection and may reflect upfront payments required to be made to
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enter into the agreement. Widening credit spreads typically represent a deterioration of the referenced obligation’s credit soundness and greater likelihood of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the agreement. A credit spread identified as “Defaulted” indicates a credit event has occurred for the referenced obligation.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held credit default swaps for non-hedging purposes.
The Fund typically enters into International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreements (“ISDA Master Agreement”) with its OTC derivative contract counterparties in order to, among other things, reduce its credit risk to OTC counterparties. ISDA Master Agreements include provisions for general obligations, representations, collateral and events of default or termination. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund typically may offset with the OTC counterparty certain derivative financial instruments’ payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment (close-out netting) in the event of default or termination. In the event of a default by an OTC counterparty, the return of collateral with market value in excess of the Fund’s net liability, held by the defaulting party, may be delayed or denied.
The Fund’s ISDA Master Agreements may contain provisions for early termination of OTC derivative transactions in the event the net assets of the Fund decline below specific levels (“net asset contingent features”). If these levels are triggered, the Fund’s OTC counterparty has the right to terminate such transaction and require the Fund to pay or receive a settlement amount in connection with the terminated transaction. If OTC derivatives were held at period end, please refer to netting arrangements by the OTC counterparty table below for additional details.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund had entered into the following derivatives:
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| | Asset Derivatives | | | Liability Derivatives | |
Derivative Type | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
Interest rate contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on futures | | $ | 14,021,369 | * | | Payable for variation margin on futures | | $ | 5,975,181 | * |
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Credit contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 1,136 | * | | | | | | |
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| | Asset Derivatives | | | Liability Derivatives | |
Derivative Type | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
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Foreign currency contracts | | Unrealized appreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | $ | 307,272 | | | Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | $ | 2,289,470 | |
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Credit contracts | | | | | | | | Market value on credit default swaps | | | 15,281,723 | |
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Total | | | | $ | 14,329,777 | | | | | $ | 23,546,374 | |
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* | Only variation margin receivable/payable at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. |
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Derivative Type | | Location of Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives Within Statement of Operations | | Realized Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives | | | Change in Unrealized Appreciation or (Depreciation) | |
Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on futures; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of futures | | $ | (27,662,584 | ) | | $ | 49,038,792 | |
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Foreign currency contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on forward currency exchange contracts; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of forward currency exchange contracts | | | (36,810 | ) | | | (832,195 | ) |
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Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | | 4,997,432 | | | | (6,421,934 | ) |
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Credit contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | | (5,163,462 | ) | | | 7,077,157 | |
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Total | | | | $ | (27,865,424 | ) | | $ | 48,861,820 | |
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The following table represents the average monthly volume of the Fund’s derivative transactions during the six months ended April 30, 2023:
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Futures: | | | | |
Average notional amount of buy contracts | | $ | 727,109,520 | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 586,941,363 | |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts: | | | | |
Average principal amount of buy contracts | | $ | 6,924,042 | |
Average principal amount of sale contracts | | $ | 187,536,360 | |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 197,304,167 | (a) |
Credit Default Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 102,928,003 | |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 15,424,144 | (a) |
(a) | Positions were open for five months during the period. |
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the statement of assets and liabilities.
All OTC derivatives held at period end were subject to netting arrangements. The following table presents the Fund’s derivative assets and liabilities by OTC counterparty net of amounts available for offset under ISDA Master Agreements (“MA”) and net of the related collateral received/pledged by the Fund as of April 30, 2023. Exchange-traded derivatives and centrally cleared swaps are not subject to netting arrangements and as such are excluded from the table.
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Counterparty | | Derivative Assets Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Received* | | | Security Collateral Received* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Assets | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank/JPMorgan Securities, LLC | | $ | 97,785 | | | $ | (97,785 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | | 134,974 | | | | (3,015 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 131,959 | |
UBS AG | | | 74,513 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 74,513 | |
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Total | | $ | 307,272 | | | $ | (100,800 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 206,472 | ^ |
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Counterparty | | Derivative Liabilities Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Pledged* | | | Security Collateral Pledged* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities | |
Bank of America, NA | | $ | 1,086,387 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 1,086,387 | |
Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. | | | 6,559,950 | | | | – 0 | – | | | (373,000 | ) | | | (6,186,950 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
Credit Suisse International | | | 2,860,387 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (2,860,387 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
Goldman Sachs International | | | 3,763,963 | | | | – 0 | – | | | (660,000 | ) | | | (3,103,963 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
JPMorgan Chase Bank/JPMorgan Securities, LLC | | | 2,014,667 | | | | (97,785 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (1,916,882 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
Morgan Stanley & Co. International PLC/Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | | 1,282,824 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (162,125 | ) | | | 1,120,699 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | | 3,015 | | | | (3,015 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Total | | $ | 17,571,193 | | | $ | (100,800 | ) | | $ | (1,033,000 | ) | | $ | (14,230,307 | ) | | $ | 2,207,086 | ^ |
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* | The actual collateral received/pledged may be more than the amount reported due to over-collateralization. |
^ | Net amount represents the net receivable/payable that would be due from/to the counterparty in the event of default or termination. The net amount from OTC financial derivative instruments can only be netted across transactions governed under the same master agreement with the same counterparty. |
2. Currency Transactions
The Fund may invest in non-U.S. Dollar-denominated securities on a currency hedged or unhedged basis. The Fund may seek investment opportunities by taking long or short positions in currencies through the use of currency-related derivatives, including forward currency exchange contracts, futures and options on futures, swaps, and other options. The Fund may enter into transactions for investment opportunities when it anticipates that a foreign currency will appreciate or depreciate in value but securities denominated in that currency are not held by the Fund and do not present attractive investment opportunities. Such transactions may also be used when the Adviser believes that it may be more efficient than a direct investment in a foreign currency-denominated security. The Fund may also conduct currency exchange contracts on a spot basis (i.e., for cash at the spot rate prevailing in the currency exchange market for buying or selling currencies).
3. TBA and Dollar Rolls
The Fund may invest in TBA mortgage-backed securities. A TBA, or “To Be Announced”, trade represents a contract for the purchase or sale of mortgage-backed securities to be delivered at a future agree-upon date; however, the specific mortgage pool numbers or the number of pools that
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will be delivered to fulfill the trade obligation or terms of the contract are unknown at the time of the trade. Mortgage pools (including fixed-rate or variable-rate mortgages) guaranteed by the Government National Mortgage Association, or GNMA, the Federal National Mortgage Association, or FNMA, or the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, or FHLMC, are subsequently allocated to the TBA transactions.
The Fund may enter into certain TBA transactions known as dollar rolls. Dollar rolls involve sales by the Fund of securities for delivery in the current month and the Fund’s simultaneously contracting to repurchase substantially similar (same type and coupon) securities on a specified future date. During the roll period, the Fund forgoes principal and interest paid on the securities. The Fund is compensated by the difference between the current sales price and the lower forward price for the future purchase (often referred to as the “drop”) as well as by the interest earned on the cash proceeds of the initial sale. Dollar rolls involve the risk that the market value of the securities the Fund is obligated to repurchase under the agreement may decline below the repurchase price. Dollar rolls are speculative techniques. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund earned drop income of $606,790 which is included in interest income in the accompanying statement of operations.
4. Reverse Repurchase Agreements
The Fund may enter into reverse repurchase transactions (“RVP”) in accordance with the terms of a Master Repurchase Agreement (“MRA”), under which the Fund sells securities and agrees to repurchase them at a mutually agreed upon date and price. At the time the Fund enters into a reverse repurchase agreement, it will establish a segregated account with the custodian containing liquid assets having a value comparable to the repurchase price. Under the MRA and other Master Agreements, the Fund is permitted to offset payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted to the counterparty and create one single net payment due to or from the Fund in the event of a default. In the event of a default by a MRA counterparty, the Fund may be considered an unsecured creditor with respect to any excess collateral (collateral with a market value in excess of the repurchase price) held by and/or posted to the counterparty, and as such the return of such excess collateral may be delayed or denied. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the average amount of reverse repurchase agreements outstanding was $728,212,224 and the daily weighted average interest rate was 3.08%. At April 30, 2023, the Fund had reverse repurchase agreements outstanding in the amount of $736,323,434 as reported on the statement of assets and liabilities.
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The following table presents the Fund’s RVP liabilities by counterparty net of the related collateral pledged by the Fund as of April 30, 2023:
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Counterparty | | RVP Liabilities Subject to a MRA | | | Securities Collateral Pledged†* | | | Net Amount of RVP Liabilities | |
Barclays Capital, Inc. | | | 7,193,714 | | | | (5,920,546 | ) | | | 1,273,168 | |
HSBC Securities (USA), Inc. | | | 313,627,964 | | | | (287,625,652 | ) | | | 26,002,312 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank | | | 415,501,756 | | | | (415,501,756 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
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Total | | $ | 736,323,434 | | | $ | (709,047,954 | ) | | $ | 27,275,480 | |
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† | Including accrued interest. |
* | The actual collateral pledged may be more than the amount reported due to overcollateralization. |
NOTE E
Capital Stock
Each class consists of 3,000,000,000 authorized shares. Transactions in capital shares for each class were as follows:
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 2,026,729 | | | | 5,504,143 | | | | | | | $ | 13,159,884 | | | $ | 39,565,166 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 468,429 | | | | 683,436 | | | | | | | | 3,037,202 | | | | 4,848,123 | | | | | |
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Shares converted from Class C | | | 241,657 | | | | 150,661 | | | | | | | | 1,552,848 | | | | 1,067,762 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (5,212,765 | ) | | | (14,232,001 | ) | | | | | | | (33,762,728 | ) | | | (100,905,810 | ) | | | | |
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Net decrease | | | (2,475,950 | ) | | | (7,893,761 | ) | | | | | | $ | (16,012,794 | ) | | $ | (55,424,759 | ) | | | | |
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Class C | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 913,247 | | | | 737,142 | | | | | | | $ | 5,943,499 | | | $ | 5,442,290 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 270,277 | | | | 367,071 | | | | | | | | 1,754,035 | | | | 2,605,062 | | | | | |
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Shares converted to Class A | | | (241,457 | ) | | | (150,476 | ) | | | | | | | (1,552,848 | ) | | | (1,067,762 | ) | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (3,202,317 | ) | | | (7,173,549 | ) | | | | | | | (20,688,771 | ) | | | (51,179,390 | ) | | | | |
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Net decrease | | | (2,260,250 | ) | | | (6,219,812 | ) | | | | | | $ | (14,544,085 | ) | | $ | (44,199,800 | ) | | | | |
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Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 72,791,612 | | | | 125,018,791 | | | | | | | $ | 473,005,432 | | | $ | 895,171,374 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 7,160,920 | | | | 10,905,106 | | | | | | | | 46,470,886 | | | | 77,665,707 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (93,484,888 | ) | | | (285,020,744 | ) | | | | | | | (605,125,855 | ) | | | (2,028,413,744 | ) | | | | |
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Net decrease | | | (13,532,356 | ) | | | (149,096,847 | ) | | | | | | $ | (85,649,537 | ) | | $ | (1,055,576,663 | ) | | | | |
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class Z | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 852,819 | | | | 987,963 | | | | | | | $ | 5,477,163 | | | $ | 6,992,661 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 85,021 | | | | 106,789 | | | | | | | | 551,396 | | | | 757,805 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (930,282 | ) | | | (1,516,427 | ) | | | | | | | (6,018,977 | ) | | | (10,653,822 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | 7,558 | | | | (421,675 | ) | | | | | | $ | 9,582 | | | $ | (2,903,356 | ) | | | | |
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NOTE F
Risks Involved in Investing in the Fund
Market Risk—The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the bond market fluctuates. The value of its investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
Credit Risk—An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security.
Below Investment-Grade Securities Risk—Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as “junk bonds”) are subject to a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to such factors as specific corporate developments and negative perceptions of the junk bond market generally and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities.
Interest-Rate Risk—Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with
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longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Duration Risk—Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to the full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk—This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline, as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities.
Foreign (Non-U.S.) Risk—Investments in securities of non-U.S. issuers may involve more risk than those of U.S. issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Emerging Market Risk—Investments in emerging market countries may have more risk because the markets are less developed and less liquid and are being subject to increased economic, political, regulatory or other uncertainties.
Currency Risk—Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments or reduce its returns.
Mortgage-Related and/or Other Asset-Backed Securities Risk—Investments in mortgage-related and other asset-backed securities are subject to certain additional risks. The value of these securities may be particularly sensitive to changes in interest rates. These risks include “extension risk”, which is the risk that, in periods of rising interest rates, issuers may delay the payment of principal, and “prepayment risk”, which is the risk that in periods of falling interest rates, issuers may pay principal sooner than expected, exposing the Fund to a lower rate of return upon reinvestment of principal. Mortgage-backed securities offered by non-governmental issuers and other asset-backed securities may be subject to other risks, such as higher rates of default in the mortgages or assets backing the securities or risks associated with the nature and servicing of mortgages or assets backing the securities.
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Illiquid Investments Risk—Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally decline.
Leverage Risk—When the Fund borrows money or otherwise leverages its investments, its performance may be volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments. The Fund may create leverage through the use of reverse repurchase arrangements, forward currency exchange contracts, forward commitments, dollar rolls or futures or by borrowing money. The use of other types of derivative instruments by the Fund, such as options and swaps, may also result in a form of leverage. Leverage may result in higher returns to the Fund than if the Fund were not leveraged, but may also adversely affect returns, particularly if the market is declining.
Derivatives Risk—Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Active Trading Risk—The Fund expects to engage in active and frequent trading of its portfolio securities and its portfolio turnover rate may greatly exceed 100%. A higher rate of portfolio turnover increases transaction costs, which may negatively affect the Fund’s return. In addition, a high rate of portfolio turnover may result in substantial short-term gains, which may have adverse tax consequences for Fund shareholders.
LIBOR Transition and Associated Risk—The Fund may be exposed to debt securities, derivatives or other financial instruments that utilize the London Interbank Offered Rate, or “LIBOR,” as a “benchmark” or “reference rate” for various interest rate calculations. In 2017, the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”), which regulates LIBOR, announced a desire to phase out the use of LIBOR by the end of 2021. As announced by the FCA and LIBOR’s administrator, ICE Benchmark Administration, most LIBOR settings (which reflect LIBOR rates quoted in
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different currencies over various time periods) have not been published since the end of 2021, but the most widely used U.S. Dollar LIBOR settings are expected to continue to be published until June 30, 2023. However, banks were strongly encouraged to cease entering into agreements with counterparties referencing LIBOR by the end of 2021. It is possible that a subset of LIBOR settings will be published after these dates on a “synthetic” basis, but any such publications would be considered non-representative of the underlying market. Since 2018 the Federal Reserve Bank of New York has published the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (referred to as SOFR), which is intended to replace U.S. Dollar LIBOR. SOFR is a broad measure of the cost of borrowing cash overnight collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities in the repurchase agreement (repo) market and has been used increasingly on a voluntary basis in new instruments and transactions. In addition, on March 15, 2022, the Adjustable Interest Rate Act was signed into law. This law provides a statutory fallback mechanism to replace LIBOR with a benchmark rate that is selected by the Federal Reserve Board and based on SOFR for certain contracts that reference LIBOR without adequate fallback provisions. On December 16, 2022, the Federal Reserve Board adopted regulations implementing the law by identifying benchmark rates based on SOFR that will replace LIBOR in different categories of financial contracts after June 30, 2023. The regulations include provisions that (i) provide a safe harbor for selection or use of a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; (ii) clarify who may choose the replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; and (iii) ensure that contracts adopting a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board will not be interrupted or terminated following the replacement of LIBOR.
The elimination of LIBOR or changes to other reference rates or any other changes or reforms to the determination or supervision of reference rates could have an adverse impact on the market for, or value of, any securities or payments linked to those reference rates, which may adversely affect the Fund’s performance and/or NAV. Uncertainty and risk also remain regarding the willingness and ability of issuers and lenders to include revised provisions in new and existing contracts or instruments. Consequently, the transition from LIBOR to other reference rates may lead to increased volatility and illiquidity in markets that are tied to LIBOR, fluctuations in values of LIBOR-related investments or investments in issuers that utilize LIBOR, increased difficulty in borrowing or refinancing and diminished effectiveness of hedging strategies, potentially adversely affecting the Fund’s performance. Furthermore, the risks associated with the expected discontinuation of LIBOR and transition may be exacerbated if the work necessary to effect an orderly transition to an alternative reference rate is not completed in a timely manner. Neither the effect of the LIBOR transition process nor its ultimate success can yet be known.
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Indemnification Risk—In the ordinary course of business, the Fund enters into contracts that contain a variety of indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown. However, the Fund has not had prior claims or losses pursuant to these indemnification provisions and expects the risk of loss thereunder to be remote. Therefore, the Fund has not accrued any liability in connection with these indemnification provisions.
Management Risk—The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively-managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
NOTE G
Joint Credit Facility
A number of open-end mutual funds managed by the Adviser, including the Fund, participate in a $325 million revolving credit facility (the “Facility”) intended to provide short-term financing related to redemptions and other short term liquidity requirements, subject to certain restrictions. Commitment fees related to the Facility are paid by the participating funds and are included in miscellaneous expenses in the statement of operations. The Fund did not utilize the Facility during the six months ended April 30, 2023.
NOTE H
Distributions to Shareholders
The tax character of distributions to be paid for the year ending October 31, 2023 will be determined at the end of the current fiscal year. The tax character of distributions paid during the fiscal years ended October 31, 2022 and October 31, 2021 were as follows:
| | | | | | | | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | |
Distributions paid from: | | | | | | | | |
Ordinary income | | $ | 129,387,443 | | | $ | 166,350,736 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total taxable distributions paid | | $ | 129,387,443 | | | $ | 166,350,736 | |
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As of October 31, 2022, the components of accumulated earnings (deficit) on a tax basis were as follows:
| | | | |
Undistributed ordinary income | | $ | 1,322,646 | |
Accumulated capital and other losses | | | (557,600,583 | )(a) |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (319,324,058 | )(b) |
| | | | |
Total accumulated earnings (deficit) | | $ | (875,601,995 | )(c) |
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(a) | As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net capital loss carryforward of $557,599,853. As of October 31, 2022, the cumulative deferred loss on straddles was $730. |
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(b) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) are attributable primarily to the recognition for tax purposes of unrealized gains/losses on certain derivative instruments, the tax treatment of callable bonds, the tax treatment of swaps, the tax deferral of losses on wash sales, and the tax treatment of partnership investments. |
(c) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis components of accumulated earnings (deficit) are attributable primarily to the accrual of foreign capital gains tax, the tax treatment of defaulted securities, and dividends payable. |
For tax purposes, net realized capital losses may be carried over to offset future capital gains, if any. Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses for an indefinite period, and such losses will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net short-term capital loss carryforward of $187,331,997 and a net long-term capital loss carryforward of $370,267,856 which may be carried forward for an indefinite period.
NOTE I
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In December 2022, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued an Accounting Standards Update, ASU 2022-06, “Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848) – Deferral of the Sunset Date of Topic 848”. ASU 2022-06 is an amendment to ASU 2020-04, which provided optional guidance to ease the potential accounting burden due to the discontinuation of the LIBOR and other interbank-offered based reference rates and which was effective as of March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. ASU 2022-06 extends the effective period through December 31, 2024. Management is currently evaluating the impact, if any, of applying ASU 2022-06.
NOTE J
Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated subsequent events for possible recognition or disclosure in the financial statements through the date the financial statements are issued. Management has determined that there are no material events that would require disclosure in the Fund’s financial statements through this date.
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Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class A | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | �� | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 6.19 | | | | $ 7.89 | | | | $ 7.96 | | | | $ 7.98 | | | | $ 7.49 | | | | $ 8.09 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .16 | | | | .23 | | | | .24 | | | | .26 | | | | .31 | | | | .29 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .34 | | | | (1.69 | ) | | | (.04 | ) | | | .02 | (c) | | | .53 | | | | (.50 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (d) | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (d) | | | .00 | (d) |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .50 | | | | (1.46 | ) | | | .20 | | | | .28 | | | | .84 | | | | (.21 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.27 | ) | | | (.30 | ) | | | (.30 | ) | | | (.36 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Return of capital | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (.05 | ) | | | (.03 | ) |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.27 | ) | | | (.30 | ) | | | (.35 | ) | | | (.39 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 6.51 | | | | $ 6.19 | | | | $ 7.89 | | | | $ 7.96 | | | | $ 7.98 | | | | $ 7.49 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(e)* | | | 8.21 | % | | | (18.83 | )% | | | 2.48 | % | | | 3.55 | % | | | 11.50 | % | | | (2.71 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $152,030 | | | | $159,887 | | | | $265,990 | | | | $289,619 | | | | $240,567 | | | | $232,931 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | 1.64 | %^ | | | 1.04 | % | | | .79 | % | | | .78 | % | | | .77 | % | | | 1.08 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | 1.71 | %^ | | | 1.08 | % | | | .80 | % | | | .80 | % | | | .83 | % | | | 1.16 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 5.02 | %^ | | | 3.15 | % | | | 3.04 | % | | | 3.24 | % | | | 4.02 | % | | | 3.73 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate** | | | 89 | % | | | 167 | % | | | 166 | % | | | 246 | % | | | 270 | % | | | 105 | % |
See footnote summary on page 100.
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Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class C | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 6.20 | | | | $ 7.90 | | | | $ 7.97 | | | | $ 7.99 | | | | $ 7.50 | | | | $ 8.10 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .14 | | | | .17 | | | | .18 | | | | .20 | | | | .25 | | | | .23 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .33 | | | | (1.68 | ) | | | (.04 | ) | | | .02 | (c) | | | .53 | | | | (.50 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (d) | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (d) | | | .00 | (d) |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .47 | | | | (1.51 | ) | | | .14 | | | | .22 | | | | .78 | | | | (.27 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.15 | ) | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.21 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.30 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Return of capital | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (.04 | ) | | | (.03 | ) |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.15 | ) | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.21 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.33 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 6.52 | | | | $ 6.20 | | | | $ 7.90 | | | | $ 7.97 | | | | $ 7.99 | | | | $ 7.50 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(e)* | | | 7.63 | % | | | (19.41 | )% | | | 1.71 | % | | | 2.77 | % | | | 10.65 | % | | | (3.43 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $105,141 | | | | $113,982 | | | | $194,363 | | | | $217,968 | | | | $164,413 | | | | $82,283 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | 2.39 | %^ | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.54 | % | | | 1.53 | % | | | 1.52 | % | | | 1.83 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | 2.46 | %^ | | | 1.82 | % | | | 1.55 | % | | | 1.55 | % | | | 1.57 | % | | | 1.92 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 4.26 | %^ | | | 2.39 | % | | | 2.29 | % | | | 2.49 | % | | | 3.21 | % | | | 2.98 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate** | | | 89 | % | | | 167 | % | | | 166 | % | | | 246 | % | | | 270 | % | | | 105 | % |
See footnote summary on page 100.
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Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Advisor Class | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 6.20 | | | | $ 7.90 | | | | $ 7.97 | | | | $ 7.99 | | | | $ 7.50 | | | | $ 8.10 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .17 | | | | .24 | | | | .26 | | | | .27 | | | | .33 | | | | .31 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .33 | | | | (1.68 | ) | | | (.04 | ) | | | .03 | (c) | | | .53 | | | | (.50 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (d) | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (d) | | | .00 | (d) |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .50 | | | | (1.44 | ) | | | .22 | | | | .30 | | | | .86 | | | | (.19 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.32 | ) | | | (.31 | ) | | | (.38 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Return of capital | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (.06 | ) | | | (.03 | ) |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.32 | ) | | | (.37 | ) | | | (.41 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 6.52 | | | | $ 6.20 | | | | $ 7.90 | | | | $ 7.97 | | | | $ 7.99 | | | | $ 7.50 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net asset value(e)* | | | 8.17 | % | | | (18.60 | )% | | | 2.73 | % | | | 3.80 | % | | | 11.76 | % | | | (2.46 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000,000’s omitted) | | | $2,367 | | | | $2,334 | | | | $4,152 | | | | $4,097 | | | | $3,562 | | | | $2,222 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | 1.38 | %^ | | | .79 | % | | | .54 | % | | | .53 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .83 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | 1.45 | %^ | | | .82 | % | | | .55 | % | | | .55 | % | | | .58 | % | | | .91 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 5.26 | %^ | | | 3.38 | % | | | 3.28 | % | | | 3.48 | % | | | 4.24 | % | | | 3.98 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate** | | | 89 | % | | | 167 | % | | | 166 | % | | | 246 | % | | | 270 | % | | | 105 | % |
See footnote summary on page 100.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class Z | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | | | November 20, 2019(g) to October 31, 2020 | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 6.20 | | | | $ 7.90 | | | | $ 7.97 | | | | $ 7.97 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .17 | | | | .25 | | | | .27 | | | | .27 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .33 | | | | (1.69 | ) | | | (.05 | ) | | | .03 | (c) |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .50 | | | | (1.44 | ) | | | .22 | | | | .30 | |
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Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.30 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 6.52 | | | | $ 6.20 | | | | $ 7.90 | | | | $ 7.97 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(e)* | | | 8.17 | % | | | (18.57 | )% | | | 2.78 | % | | | 3.89 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $22,164 | | | | $21,026 | | | | $30,118 | | | | $18,492 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | 1.38 | %^ | | | .78 | % | | | .49 | % | | | .48 | %^ |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | 1.38 | %^ | | | .78 | % | | | .49 | % | | | .48 | %^ |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 5.28 | %^ | | | 3.44 | % | | | 3.32 | % | | | 3.49 | %^ |
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Portfolio turnover rate** | | | 89 | % | | | 167 | % | | | 166 | % | | | 246 | % |
See footnote summary on page 100.
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(a) | Based on average shares outstanding. |
(b) | Net of expenses waived/reimbursed by the Adviser. |
(c) | Due to timing of sales and repurchase of capital shares, the net realized and unrealized gain (loss) per share is not in accordance with the Fund’s change in net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment transactions for the period. |
(d) | Total investment return is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the net asset value at the beginning of the period, reinvestment of all dividends and distributions at net asset value during the period, and redemption on the last day of the period. Initial sales charges or contingent deferred sales charges are not reflected in the calculation of total investment return. Total return does not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total investment return calculated for a period of less than one year is not annualized. |
(e) | The expense ratios, excluding interest expense are: |
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| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
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Class A | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .77 | %^ | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .84 | %^ | | | .80 | % | | | .78 | % | | | .79 | % | | | .82 | % | | | .85 | % |
Class C | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.52 | %^ | | | 1.52 | % | | | 1.52 | % | | | 1.52 | % | | | 1.52 | % | | | 1.52 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.59 | %^ | | | 1.55 | % | | | 1.53 | % | | | 1.54 | % | | | 1.57 | % | | | 1.60 | % |
Advisor Class | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .52 | %^ | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .59 | %^ | | | .55 | % | | | .53 | % | | | .54 | % | | | .57 | % | | | .60 | % |
Class Z | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .51 | %^ | | | .49 | % | | | .47 | % | | | .46 | % | | | N/A | | | | N/A | |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .51 | %^ | | | .49 | % | | | .47 | % | | | .46 | % | | | N/A | | | | N/A | |
(f) | Amount is less than $.005. |
(g) | Commencement of distributions. |
* | Includes the impact of proceeds received by the Fund in connection with a trade-error reimbursement from the Adviser, which enhanced performance by .04% for the year ended October 31, 2021. |
** | The Fund accounts for dollar roll transactions as purchases and sales. |
See notes to financial statements.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Garry Moody(1), Chairman Jorge A. Bermudez(1) Michael J. Downey(1) Onur Erzan, President and Chief Executive Officer | | Nancy P. Jacklin(1) Jeanette W. Loeb(1) Carol C. McMullen(1) Marshall C. Turner, Jr.(1) |
OFFICERS
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Scott A. DiMaggio(2), Vice President Gershon M. Distenfeld(2), Vice President Fahd Malik(2), Vice President Matthew S. Sheridan(2), Vice President William Smith(2), Vice President Nancy E. Hay, Secretary | | Michael B. Reyes, Senior Vice President Joseph J. Mantineo, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer Phyllis J. Clarke, Controller Jennifer Friedland, Chief Compliance Officer |
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Custodian and Accounting Agent State Street Bank and Trust Company One Congress Street, Suite 1 Boston, MA 02114 Principal Underwriter AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. 501 Commerce Street Nashville, TN 37203 Transfer Agent AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. P.O. Box 786003 San Antonio, TX 78278 Toll-Free (800) 221-5672 | | Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Ernst & Young LLP One Manhattan West New York, NY 10001 Legal Counsel Seward & Kissel LLP One Battery Park Plaza New York, NY 10004 |
1 | Member of the Audit Committee, the Governance and Nominating Committee and the Independent Directors Committee. |
2 | The day-to-day management of, and investment decisions for, the Fund’s portfolio are made by the Adviser’s U.S. Investment Grade: Core Fixed Income Investment Team. Messrs. DiMaggio, Distenfeld, Malik, Smith and Sheridan are the investment professionals with the most significant responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Fund’s portfolio. |
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Operation and Effectiveness of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program:
In October 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted the open-end fund liquidity rule (the “Liquidity Rule”). In June 2018 the SEC adopted a requirement that funds disclose information about the operation and effectiveness of their Liquidity Risk Management Program (“LRMP”) in their reports to shareholders.
One of the requirements of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund to designate an Administrator of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program. The Administrator of the Fund’s LRMP is AllianceBernstein L.P., the Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”). The Adviser has delegated the responsibility to its Liquidity Risk Management Committee (the “Committee”).
Another requirement of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Fund Board”) to receive an annual written report from the Administrator of the LRMP, which addresses the operation of the Fund’s LRMP and assesses its adequacy and effectiveness. The Adviser provided the Fund Board with such annual report during the first quarter of 2023, which covered the period January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 (the “Program Reporting Period”).
The LRMP’s principal objectives include supporting the Fund’s compliance with limits on investments in illiquid assets and mitigating the risk that the Fund will be unable to meet its redemption obligations in a timely manner.
Pursuant to the LRMP, the Fund classifies the liquidity of its portfolio investments into one of the four categories defined by the SEC: Highly Liquid, Moderately Liquid, Less Liquid, and Illiquid. These classifications are reported to the SEC on Form N-PORT.
During the Program Reporting Period, the Committee reviewed whether the Fund’s strategy is appropriate for an open-end structure, incorporating any holdings of less liquid and illiquid assets. If the Fund participated in derivative transactions, the exposure from such transactions were considered in the LRMP.
The Committee also performed an analysis to determine whether the Fund is required to maintain a Highly Liquid Investment Minimum (“HLIM”). The Committee also incorporated the following information when determining the Fund’s reasonably anticipated trading size for purposes of liquidity monitoring: historical net redemption activity, a Fund’s concentration in an issuer, shareholder concentration, investment performance, total net assets, and distribution channels.
The Adviser informed the Fund Board that the Committee believes the Fund’s LRMP is adequately designed, has been implemented as intended,
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and has operated effectively since its inception. No material exceptions have been noted since the implementation of the LRMP. During the Program Reporting Period, liquidity in all markets was challenged due to rising rates and economic uncertainty. However, markets also remained orderly during the Program Reporting Period. There were no liquidity events that impacted the Fund or its ability to timely meet redemptions during the Program Reporting Period.
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Information Regarding the Review and Approval of the Fund’s Advisory Agreement
The disinterested directors (the “directors”) of AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) unanimously approved the continuance of the Company’s Advisory Agreement with the Adviser in respect of AB Income Fund (the “Fund”) at a meeting held in-person on November 1-3, 2022 (the “Meeting”).
Prior to approval of the continuance of the Advisory Agreement, the directors had requested from the Adviser, and received and evaluated, extensive materials. They reviewed the proposed continuance of the Advisory Agreement with the Adviser and with experienced counsel who are independent of the Adviser, who advised on the relevant legal standards. The directors also reviewed additional materials, including comparative analytical data prepared by the Senior Vice President of the Fund. The directors also discussed the proposed continuance in private sessions with counsel.
The directors considered their knowledge of the nature and quality of the services provided by the Adviser to the Fund gained from their experience as directors or trustees of most of the registered investment companies advised by the Adviser, their overall confidence in the Adviser’s integrity and competence they have gained from that experience, the Adviser’s initiative in identifying and raising potential issues with the directors and its responsiveness, frankness and attention to concerns raised by the directors in the past, including the Adviser’s willingness to consider and implement organizational and operational changes designed to improve investment results and the services provided to the AB Funds. The directors noted that they have four regular meetings each year, at each of which they review extensive materials and information from the Adviser, including information on the investment performance of the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests a portion of its assets.
The directors also considered all factors they believed relevant, including the specific matters discussed below. During the course of their deliberations, the directors evaluated, among other things, the reasonableness of the advisory fee. The directors did not identify any particular information that was all-important or controlling, and different directors may have attributed different weights to the various factors. The directors determined that the selection of the Adviser to manage the Fund and the overall arrangements between the Fund and the Adviser, as provided in the Advisory Agreement, including the advisory fee, were fair and reasonable in light of the services performed, expenses incurred and such other matters as the directors considered relevant in the exercise of their business judgment. The material factors and conclusions that formed the basis for the directors’ determinations included the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided
The directors considered the scope and quality of services provided by the Adviser under the Advisory Agreement, including the quality of the investment
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research capabilities of the Adviser and the other resources it has dedicated to performing services for the Fund. The directors noted that the Adviser from time to time reviews the Fund’s investment strategies and from time to time proposes changes intended to improve the Fund’s relative or absolute performance for the directors’ consideration. They also noted the professional experience and qualifications of the Fund’s portfolio management team and other senior personnel of the Adviser. The directors also considered that the Advisory Agreement provides that the Fund will reimburse the Adviser for the cost to it of providing certain clerical, accounting, administrative and other services to the Fund by employees of the Adviser or its affiliates. Requests for these reimbursements are made on a quarterly basis and subject to approval by the directors. Reimbursements, to the extent requested and paid, result in a higher rate of total compensation from the Fund to the Adviser than the fee rate stated in the Advisory Agreement. The directors noted that the methodology used to determine the reimbursement amounts had been reviewed by an independent consultant at the request of the directors. The quality of administrative and other services, including the Adviser’s role in coordinating the activities of the Fund’s other service providers, also was considered. The directors concluded that, overall, they were satisfied with the nature, extent and quality of services provided to the Fund under the Advisory Agreement.
Costs of Services Provided and Profitability
The directors reviewed a schedule of the revenues and expenses and related notes indicating the profitability of the Fund to the Adviser for calendar years 2020 and 2021 that had been prepared with an expense allocation methodology arrived at in consultation with an independent consultant at the request of the directors. The directors noted the assumptions and methods of allocation used by the Adviser in preparing fund-specific profitability data and understood that there are a number of potentially acceptable allocation methodologies for information of this type. The directors noted that the profitability information reflected all revenues and expenses of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund, including those relating to its subsidiaries that provide transfer agency, distribution and brokerage services to the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of the profitability of the Advisory Agreement with the profitability of fund advisory contracts for unaffiliated funds because comparative information is not generally publicly available and is affected by numerous factors. The directors focused on the profitability of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund before taxes and distribution expenses. The directors concluded that the Adviser’s level of profitability from its relationship with the Fund was not unreasonable.
Fall-Out Benefits
The directors considered the other benefits to the Adviser and its affiliates from their relationships with the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests, including, but not limited to, benefits relating to 12b-1 fees and sales charges received by the Fund’s
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principal underwriter (which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser) in respect of certain classes of the Fund’s shares; and transfer agency fees paid by the Fund to a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser. The directors recognized that the Adviser’s profitability would be somewhat lower without these benefits. The directors understood that the Adviser also might derive reputational and other benefits from its association with the Fund.
Investment Results
In addition to the information reviewed by the directors in connection with the Meeting, the directors receive detailed performance information for the Fund at each regular Board meeting during the year.
At the Meeting, the directors reviewed performance information prepared by an independent service provider (the “15(c) service provider”), showing the performance of the Class A Shares of the Fund against a group of similar funds (“peer group”) and a larger group of similar funds (“peer universe”), each selected by the 15(c) service provider, and information prepared by the Adviser showing performance of the Class A Shares against a broad-based securities market index, in each case for the 1-, 3- and 5-year periods ended July 31, 2022 and (in the case of comparisons with the broad-based securities market index) for the period from inception. Based on their review and their discussion with the Adviser of the reasons for the Fund’s underperformance in the periods reviewed, the directors concluded that the Fund’s investment performance was acceptable. The directors determined to continue to monitor the Fund’s performance closely.
Advisory Fees and Other Expenses
The directors considered the advisory fee rate payable by the Fund to the Adviser and information prepared by the 15(c) service provider concerning advisory fee rates payable by other funds in the same category as the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of advisory fees because there are variations in the services that are included in the fees payable by other funds. The directors compared the Fund’s contractual effective advisory fee rate with a peer group median and noted that it was equal to the median. The directors took into account the impact on the advisory fee rate of the administrative expense reimbursement paid to the Adviser in the latest fiscal year.
The Adviser informed the directors that there were no institutional products managed by the Adviser that utilize investment strategies similar to those of the Fund.
In connection with their review of the Fund’s advisory fee, the directors also considered the total expense ratio of the Class A shares of the Fund in comparison to a peer group and a peer universe selected by the 15(c) service provider. The Class A expense ratio of the Fund was based on the
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Fund’s latest fiscal year and the directors considered the Adviser’s expense cap for the Fund. The directors noted that it was likely that the expense ratios of some of the other funds in the Fund’s category were lowered by waivers or reimbursements by those funds’ investment advisers, which in some cases might be voluntary or temporary. The directors view expense ratio information as relevant to their evaluation of the Adviser’s services because the Adviser is responsible for coordinating services provided to the Fund by others. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s expense ratio was acceptable.
Economies of Scale
The directors noted that the advisory fee schedule for the Fund contains breakpoints that reduce the fee rates on assets above specified levels and that the Fund’s net assets were higher than a breakpoint level. Accordingly, the Fund’s current effective advisory fee rate reflected a reduction due to the breakpoint and would be further reduced to the extent the net assets of the Fund increase. The directors took into consideration prior presentations by an independent consultant on economies of scale in the mutual fund industry and for the AB Funds, and presentations from time to time by the Adviser concerning certain of its views on economies of scale. The directors also had requested and received from the Adviser certain updates on economies of scale in advance of the Meeting. The directors believe that economies of scale may be realized (if at all) by the Adviser across a variety of products and services, and not only in respect of a single fund. The directors noted that there is no established methodology for setting breakpoints that give effect to the fund-specific services provided by a fund’s adviser and to the economies of scale that an adviser may realize in its overall mutual fund business or those components of it which directly or indirectly affect a fund’s operations. The directors observed that in the mutual fund industry as a whole, as well as among funds similar to the Fund, there is no uniformity or pattern in the fees and asset levels at which breakpoints (if any) apply. The directors also noted that the advisory agreements for many funds do not have breakpoints at all. Having taken these factors into account, the directors concluded that the Fund’s breakpoint arrangements were acceptable and provide a means for sharing any economies of scale.
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AB INCOME FUND
1345 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10105
800 221 5672
IF-0152-0423
APR 04.30.23
SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
AB MUNICIPAL BOND INFLATION STRATEGY
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Investment Products Offered | | • Are Not FDIC Insured • May Lose Value • Are Not Bank Guaranteed |
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
This shareholder report must be preceded or accompanied by the Fund’s prospectus for individuals who are not current shareholders of the Fund.
You may obtain a description of the Fund’s proxy voting policies and procedures, and information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30, without charge. Simply visit AB’s website at www.abfunds.com, or go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “Commission”) website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227 4618.
The Fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Commission for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The Fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the Commission’s website at www.sec.gov. AB publishes full portfolio holdings for the Fund monthly at www.abfunds.com.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (ABI) is the distributor of the AB family of mutual funds. ABI is a member of FINRA and is an affiliate of AllianceBernstein L.P., the Adviser of the funds.
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Dear Shareholder,
We’re pleased to provide this report for the AB Municipal Bond Inflation Strategy (the “Fund”). Please review the discussion of Fund performance, the market conditions during the reporting period and the Fund’s investment strategy.
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Sincerely,
Onur Erzan
President and Chief Executive Officer, AB Mutual Funds
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SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
June 13, 2023
This report provides management’s discussion of fund performance for the AB Municipal Bond Inflation Strategy for the semi-annual period ended April 30, 2023.
The Fund’s investment objective is to maximize real after-tax return for investors subject to federal income taxes, without undue risk to principal.
NAV RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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AB MUNICIPAL BOND INFLATION STRATEGY | | | | | | | | |
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Class 1 Shares1 | | | 4.75% | | | | 0.48% | |
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Class 2 Shares1 | | | 4.79% | | | | 0.58% | |
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Class A Shares | | | 4.70% | | | | 0.36% | |
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Class C Shares | | | 4.32% | | | | -0.39% | |
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Advisor Class Shares2 | | | 4.83% | | | | 0.62% | |
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Bloomberg 1-10 Year TIPS Index | | | 3.70% | | | | -1.82% | |
1 | Class 1 shares are only available to Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts. Class 2 shares are only available to large Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts and the Adviser’s institutional clients or through other limited arrangements. |
2 | Please note that this share class is for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
INVESTMENT RESULTS
The table above shows the Fund’s performance compared with its benchmark, the Bloomberg 1-10 Year Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (“TIPS”) Index, for the six- and 12-month periods ended April 30, 2023.
During both periods, all share classes of the Fund outperformed the benchmark, before sales charges. The Fund’s municipal exposure, including an overweight to municipal credit, contributed, relative to the benchmark, for the six-month period, and detracted for the 12-month period. The use of Consumer Price Index (“CPI”) swaps, a more tax-efficient way of achieving inflation protection, modestly contributed to performance.
During both periods, the Fund used derivatives in the form of credit default swaps for hedging and investment purposes, which had no material impact on absolute performance, while interest rate swaps were used for hedging purposes and added to returns. CPI swaps were used for hedging purposes, which detracted for the six-month period and added for the 12-month period.
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MARKET REVIEW AND INVESTMENT STRATEGY
Over the six-month period ended April 30, 2023, the yield on a 10-Year AAA municipal bond fell to 2.35% from 3.34%. The yield on the 10-Year US Treasury fell to 3.44% from 4.06%. After-tax spreads compressed, indicating municipal outperformance over Treasuries, which was largely driven by an improved technical environment toward the end of the period. Credit spreads gyrated in a range-bound pattern throughout the six-month period as concerns over the health of the banking system and the debt ceiling kept volatility elevated.
The Fund’s Senior Investment Management Team (the “Team”) continues to focus on real after-tax return by investing in municipal bonds that generate income exempt from federal income taxes. In seeking to manage volatility and interest-rate risk, the Team focuses on intermediate-term bonds and seeks to provide inflation protection by entering into inflation swap agreements or investing in other inflation-protected instruments.
The Fund may purchase municipal securities that are insured under policies issued by certain insurance companies. Historically, insured municipal securities typically received a higher credit rating, which meant that the issuer of the securities paid a lower interest rate. As a result of declines in the credit quality and associated downgrades of most bond insurers, insurance has less value than it did in the past. The market now values insured municipal securities primarily based on the credit quality of the issuer of the security, with little value given to the insurance feature. In purchasing such insured securities, the Adviser evaluates the risk and return of municipal securities through its own research. If an insurance company’s rating is downgraded or the company becomes insolvent, the prices of municipal securities insured by the insurance company may decline. As of April 30, 2023, the Fund’s percentages of investments in municipal bonds that are insured and in insured municipal bonds that have been pre-refunded or escrowed to maturity were 2.32% and 0.00%, respectively.
INVESTMENT POLICIES
The Fund seeks real after-tax return for investors subject to federal income taxes. Real return is the rate of return after adjusting for inflation. The Fund pursues its objective by investing principally in high-quality, predominantly investment-grade, municipal securities that pay interest exempt from federal taxation. As a fundamental policy, the Fund will invest at least 80% of its net assets in municipal securities. These securities may be subject to the federal alternative minimum tax for some taxpayers.
The Fund will invest at least 80% of its total assets in fixed-income
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securities rated A or better or the equivalent by one or more nationally recognized statistical rating organizations (or deemed to be of comparable credit quality by the Adviser). The Fund may invest up to 20% of its total assets in below investment-grade fixed-income securities (“junk bonds”). If the rating of a fixed-income security falls below investment-grade, the Fund will not be obligated to sell the security and may continue to hold it if, in the Adviser’s opinion, the investment is appropriate under the circumstances.
The Fund may invest in fixed-income securities with any maturity and duration.
To provide inflation protection, the Fund will typically enter into inflation swaps. The Fund may use other inflation-indexed instruments. Payments to the Fund pursuant to swaps will result in taxable income, either ordinary income or capital gains, rather than income exempt from federal income taxation. It is expected that the Fund’s primary use of derivatives will be for the purpose of inflation protection.
The Fund may also invest in forward commitments; zero-coupon municipal securities and variable-, floating- and inverse-floating-rate municipal securities; certain types of mortgage-related securities; and derivatives, such as options, futures contracts, forwards and swaps.
The Fund may utilize leverage for investment purposes through the use of tender option bond (“TOB”) transactions. The Adviser considers the impact of TOB transactions, swaps and other derivatives in making its assessments of the Fund’s risks. The resulting exposures to markets, sectors, issuers or specific securities will be continuously monitored by the Adviser.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS
Benchmark Disclosure
The Bloomberg 1-10 Year TIPS Index is unmanaged and does not reflect fees and expenses associated with the active management of a mutual fund portfolio. The Bloomberg 1-10 Year TIPS Index represents the performance of inflation-protected securities issued by the US Treasury. An investor cannot invest directly in an index, and its results are not indicative of the performance for any specific investment, including the Fund.
A Word About Risk
Market Risk: The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the bond market fluctuates. The value of the Fund’s investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
Credit Risk: An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security. Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings tend to have a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations.
Municipal Market Risk: This is the risk that special factors may adversely affect the value of municipal securities and have a significant effect on the yield or value of the Fund’s investments in municipal securities. These factors include economic conditions, political or legislative changes, public health crises, uncertainties related to the tax status of municipal securities, and the rights of investors in these securities. To the extent that the Fund invests more of its assets in a particular state’s municipal securities, the Fund is vulnerable to events adversely affecting that state, including economic, political and regulatory occurrences, court decisions, terrorism, public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and catastrophic natural disasters, such as hurricanes, fires or earthquakes. For example, the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has significantly stressed the financial resources of many issuers of municipal securities, which could impair any such issuer’s ability to meet its financial obligations when due and adversely impact the value of its securities held by the Fund. As the full effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on state and local economies and on issuers of municipal securities are still uncertain, the financial difficulties of issuers of municipal securities may
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worsen, adversely affecting the performance of the Fund. The Fund’s investments in certain municipal securities with principal and interest payments that are made from the revenues of a specific project or facility, and not general tax revenues, may have increased risks. Factors affecting the project or facility, such as local business or economic conditions, could have a significant effect on the project’s ability to make payments of principal and interest on these securities.
In addition, changes in tax rates or the treatment of income from certain types of municipal securities, among other things, could negatively affect the municipal securities markets.
Interest-Rate Risk: Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Duration Risk: Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk: This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities.
Derivatives Risk: Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Leverage Risk: To the extent the Fund uses leveraging techniques, such as TOB transactions, its net asset value (“NAV”) may be more volatile
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because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of changes in interest rates and any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments.
Illiquid Investments Risk: Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become more difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest-rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally go down.
Management Risk: The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
These risks are fully discussed in the Fund’s prospectus. As with all investments, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
An Important Note About Historical Performance
The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate, so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Performance shown in this report represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by visiting www.abfunds.com. For Class 1 shares, go to www.bernstein.com and click on “Investments”, found in the footer, then “Mutual Fund Information—Mutual Fund Performance at a Glance.”
All fees and expenses related to the operation of the Fund have been deducted. NAV returns do not reflect sales charges; if sales charges were reflected, the Fund’s quoted performance would be lower. SEC returns reflect the applicable sales charges for each share class: a 3.00% maximum front-end sales charge for Class A shares and a 1% 1-year contingent deferred sales charge for Class C shares. Class 1 and 2 shares do not carry sales charges. Returns for the different share classes will vary due to different expenses associated with each class. Performance assumes reinvestment of distributions and does not account for taxes.
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE
AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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| | NAV Returns | | | SEC Returns (reflects applicable sales charges) | | | SEC Yields1 | | | Taxable Equivalent Yields2 | |
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CLASS 1 SHARES3 | | | | | | | | | | | 3.04 | % | | | 4.68 | % |
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1 Year | | | 0.48 | % | | | 0.48 | % | | | | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 2.95 | % | | | 2.95 | % | | | | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.77 | % | | | 1.77 | % | | | | | | | | |
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CLASS 2 SHARES3 | | | | | | | | | | | 3.14 | % | | | 4.83 | % |
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1 Year | | | 0.58 | % | | | 0.58 | % | | | | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 3.05 | % | | | 3.05 | % | | | | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.87 | % | | | 1.87 | % | | | | | | | | |
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | | | | | | | | 2.75 | % | | | 4.23 | % |
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1 Year | | | 0.36 | % | | | -2.62 | % | | | | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 2.80 | % | | | 2.18 | % | | | | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.62 | % | | | 1.31 | % | | | | | | | | |
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CLASS C SHARES | | | | | | | | | | | 2.08 | % | | | 3.20 | % |
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1 Year | | | -0.39 | % | | | -1.37 | % | | | | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 2.03 | % | | | 2.03 | % | | | | | | | | |
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10 Years4 | | | 0.87 | % | | | 0.87 | % | | | | | | | | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES5 | | | | | | | | | | | 3.09 | % | | | 4.75 | % |
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1 Year | | | 0.62 | % | | | 0.62 | % | | | | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 3.05 | % | | | 3.05 | % | | | | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.88 | % | | | 1.88 | % | | | | | | | | |
The Fund’s current prospectus fee table shows the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios as 0.64%, 0.55%, 0.82%, 1.58% and 0.58% for Class 1, Class 2, Class A, Class C and Advisor Class shares, respectively, gross of any fee waivers or expense reimbursements. Contractual fee waivers and/or expense reimbursements limited the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios (excluding extraordinary expenses, interest expense, and acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest) to 0.60%, 0.50%, 0.75%, 1.50% and 0.50% for Class 1, Class 2, Class A, Class C and Advisor Class shares, respectively. These waivers/reimbursements may not be terminated prior to January 31, 2024, and may be extended by the Adviser for additional one-year terms. Absent reimbursements or waivers, performance would have been lower. The Financial Highlights section of this report sets forth expense ratio data for the current reporting period; the expense ratios shown above may differ from the expense ratios in the Financial Highlights section since they are based on different time periods.
1 | SEC yields are calculated based on SEC guidelines for the 30-day period ended April 30, 2023. |
2 | Taxable equivalent yields are based on SEC yields and a 35% marginal federal income tax rate and maximum state taxes where applicable. |
3 | Class 1 shares are only available to Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts. Class 2 shares are only available to large Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts and the Adviser’s institutional clients or through other limited arrangements. These share classes do not carry front-end sales charges; therefore, their respective NAV and SEC returns are the same. |
4 | Assumes conversion of Class C shares into Class A shares after eight years. |
5 | This share class is offered at NAV to eligible investors and the SEC returns are the same as the NAV returns. Please note that this share class is for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
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SEC AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS
AS OF THE MOST RECENT CALENDAR QUARTER-END
MARCH 31, 2023 (unaudited)
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1 Year | | | -0.25% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.07% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.86% | |
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CLASS 2 SHARES1 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -0.25% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.17% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.95% | |
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1 Year | | | -3.46% | |
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5 Years | | | 2.26% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.38% | |
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CLASS C SHARES | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -2.17% | |
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5 Years | | | 2.14% | |
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10 Years2 | | | 0.95% | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES3 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -0.20% | |
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5 Years | | | 3.18% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.96% | |
1 | Class 1 shares are only available to Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts. Class 2 shares are only available to large Bernstein Global Wealth Management private client accounts and the Adviser’s institutional clients or through other limited arrangements. |
2 | Assumes conversion of Class C shares into Class A shares after eight years. |
3 | Please note that this share class is for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE
(unaudited)
As a shareholder of a mutual fund, you may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
The Example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period as indicated below.
Actual Expenses
The table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The table below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed annual rate of return of 5% before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds by comparing this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads), or contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions. Therefore, the hypothetical example is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
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| | Beginning Account Value November 1, 2022 | | | Ending Account Value April 30, 2023 | | | Expenses Paid During Period* | | | Annualized Expense Ratio* | |
Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,047.00 | | | $ | 3.86 | | | | 0.76 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,021.03 | | | $ | 3.81 | | | | 0.76 | % |
Class C | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,043.20 | | | $ | 7.65 | | | | 1.51 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,017.31 | | | $ | 7.55 | | | | 1.51 | % |
Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,048.30 | | | $ | 2.59 | | | | 0.51 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,022.27 | | | $ | 2.56 | | | | 0.51 | % |
Class 1 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,047.50 | | | $ | 3.10 | | | | 0.61 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,021.77 | | | $ | 3.06 | | | | 0.61 | % |
Class 2 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,047.90 | | | $ | 2.59 | | | | 0.51 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,022.27 | | | $ | 2.56 | | | | 0.51 | % |
* | Expenses are equal to the classes’ annualized expense ratios, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 181/365 (to reflect the one-half year period). |
** | Assumes 5% annual return before expenses. |
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PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
PORTFOLIO STATISTICS
Net Assets ($mil): $1,911.8
1 | The Fund’s quality rating breakdown is expressed as a percentage of the Fund’s total investments in municipal securities and may vary over time. The Fund also enters into derivative transactions, which may be used for hedging or investment purposes (see “Portfolio of Investments” section of the report for additional details). The quality ratings are determined by using the S&P Global Ratings (“S&P”), Moody’s Investors Services, Inc.(“Moody’s”) and Fitch Ratings, Ltd.(“Fitch”). The Fund considers the credit ratings issued by S&P, Moody’s and Fitch and uses the highest rating issued by the agencies. These ratings are a measure of the quality and safety of a bond or portfolio, based on the issuer’s financial condition. AAA is the highest (best) and D is the lowest (worst). If applicable, the pre-refunded category includes bonds which are secured by U.S. Government securities and therefore are deemed high-quality investment grade by the Adviser. If applicable, Not Applicable (N/A) includes non-creditworthy investments such as equities, currency contracts, futures and options. If applicable, the Not Rated category includes bonds that are not rated by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization. The Adviser evaluates the creditworthiness of non-rated securities based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, cash flows, enterprise value and economic environment. |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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MUNICIPAL OBLIGATIONS – 92.0% | | | | | | | | |
Long-Term Municipal Bonds – 90.2% | | | | | | | | |
Alabama – 2.6% | | | | | | | | |
Alabama Special Care Facilities Financing Authority-Birmingham AL (Children's Hospital of Alabama Obligated Group (The)) Series 2015 5.00%, 06/01/2028 | | $ | 3,905 | | | $ | 4,085,342 | |
Black Belt Energy Gas District (Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2052 | | | 5,000 | | | | 4,985,514 | |
Black Belt Energy Gas District (Royal Bank of Canada) Series 2021 4.00%, 06/01/2051 | | | 10,945 | | | | 10,981,753 | |
Infirmary Health System Special Care Facilities Financing Authority of Mobile (Infirmary Health System Obligated Group) Series 2016 5.00%, 02/01/2025 | | | 2,110 | | | | 2,156,406 | |
Series 2021 4.00%, 02/01/2039 | | | 1,675 | | | | 1,612,210 | |
Southeast Energy Authority A Cooperative District (Morgan Stanley) Series 2021-B 4.00%, 12/01/2051 | | | 18,485 | | | | 18,334,615 | |
Southeast Energy Authority A Cooperative District (Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc.) Series 2023-A 5.25%, 01/01/2054 | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,191,773 | |
Sumter County Industrial Development Authority/AL (Enviva, Inc.) Series 2022 6.00%, 07/15/2052 | | | 3,770 | | | | 3,393,777 | |
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American Samoa – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
American Samoa Economic Development Authority (Territory of American Samoa) Series 2015-A 6.625%, 09/01/2035 | | | 1,335 | | | | 1,397,724 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Series 2018 6.50%, 09/01/2028(a) | | $ | 295 | | | $ | 315,388 | |
7.125%, 09/01/2038(a) | | | 280 | | | | 308,982 | |
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Arizona – 1.7% | | | | | | | | |
Arizona Industrial Development Authority (Equitable School Revolving Fund LLC Obligated Group) Series 2020 4.00%, 11/01/2030 | | | 935 | | | | 960,346 | |
5.00%, 11/01/2031 | | | 800 | | | | 876,792 | |
5.00%, 11/01/2032 | | | 650 | | | | 709,930 | |
5.00%, 11/01/2033 | | | 900 | | | | 981,392 | |
Arizona Industrial Development Authority (Kipp NYC Public Charter Schools) Series 2021-B 4.00%, 07/01/2041 | | | 500 | | | | 443,609 | |
Arizona Industrial Development Authority (Legacy Cares, Inc.) Series 2020 6.50%, 07/01/2026(a)(b)(c) | | | 1,000 | | | | 650,000 | |
6.75%, 07/01/2030(a)(b)(c) | | | 1,000 | | | | 650,000 | |
Arizona Industrial Development Authority (Phoenix Children's Hospital Obligated Group) Series 2021 4.00%, 02/01/2039 | | | 1,800 | | | | 1,802,500 | |
5.00%, 02/01/2026 | | | 1,200 | | | | 1,263,745 | |
Chandler Industrial Development Authority (Intel Corp.) Series 2022 5.00%, 09/01/2052 | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,209,642 | |
City of Glendale AZ (City of Glendale AZ COP) Series 2021 2.542%, 07/01/2033 | | | 4,000 | | | | 3,256,134 | |
City of Phoenix Civic Improvement Corp. (Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport) Series 2017-A 5.00%, 07/01/2029 | | | 3,945 | | | | 4,204,446 | |
City of Tempe AZ (City of Tempe AZ COP) Series 2021 1.951%, 07/01/2031 | | | 2,400 | | | | 1,951,361 | |
County of Pima AZ Sewer System Revenue Series 2016 5.00%, 07/01/2023 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,002,889 | |
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Industrial Development Authority of the County of Pima (The) (La Posada at Park Centre, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2022 5.125%, 11/15/2029(a) | | $ | 2,000 | | | $ | 1,977,575 | |
State of Arizona Lottery Revenue Series 2019 5.00%, 07/01/2028 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,613,161 | |
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Arkansas – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
City of Fayetteville AR Sales & Use Tax Revenue Series 2022 2.875%, 11/01/2032 | | | 1,000 | | | | 982,825 | |
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California – 9.0% | | | | | | | | |
California Community Choice Financing Authority (Deutsche Bank AG) Series 2023 5.25%, 01/01/2054 | | | 6,825 | | | | 7,125,222 | |
California Community Housing Agency (California Community Housing Agency Brio Apartments & Next on Lex Apartments) Series 2021-A 4.00%, 08/01/2047(a) | | | 3,315 | | | | 2,536,047 | |
California Community Housing Agency (California Community Housing Agency Fountains at Emerald Park) Series 2021 4.00%, 08/01/2046(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 801,104 | |
California Infrastructure & Economic Development Bank (DesertXpress Enterprises LLC) Series 2023 3.65%, 01/01/2050(a) | | | 10,500 | | | | 10,476,788 | |
7.75%, 01/01/2050(a) | | | 1,250 | | | | 1,245,426 | |
California Pollution Control Financing Authority (Rialto Bioenergy Facility LLC) Series 2019 7.50%, 12/01/2040(a) | | | 250 | | | | 167,897 | |
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California State Public Works Board (State of California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation Lease) Series 2018 5.00%, 05/01/2029 | | $ | 2,995 | | | $ | 3,354,247 | |
California State University Series 2021-B 2.374%, 11/01/2035 | | | 1,000 | | | | 789,039 | |
City & County of San Francisco CA Series 2022-R 5.00%, 06/15/2023 | | | 4,250 | | | | 4,259,520 | |
City of Los Angeles Department of Airports Series 2019 5.00%, 05/15/2027 | | | 1,410 | | | | 1,507,438 | |
5.00%, 05/15/2039 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,058,067 | |
Series 2021 5.00%, 05/15/2035 | | | 4,000 | | | | 4,448,024 | |
CMFA Special Finance Agency VII (CMFA Special Finance Agency VII The Breakwater Apartments) Series 2021 4.00%, 08/01/2047(a) | | | 995 | | | | 764,401 | |
Contra Costa CA Community College District Series 2013 5.00%, 08/01/2038 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 3,250 | | | | 3,264,431 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority 777 Place-Pomona) Series 2021 3.60%, 05/01/2047(a) | | | 6,500 | | | | 5,121,120 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Acacia on Santa Rosa Creek) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2046(a) | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,518,837 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Altana Apartments) Series 2021 3.50%, 10/01/2046(a) | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,502,685 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Jefferson Platinum Triangle Apartments) Series 2021-A2 3.125%, 08/01/2056(a) | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,024,293 | |
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CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Millennium South Bay-Hawthorne) Series 2021 3.375%, 07/01/2043(a) | | $ | 3,200 | | | $ | 2,530,156 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Theo Apartments) Series 2021 3.50%, 05/01/2047(a) | | | 2,300 | | | | 1,831,901 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Union South Bay) Series 2021-A 3.10%, 07/01/2045(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 759,358 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Vineyard Gardens Apartments) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2048(a) | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,440,603 | |
Pajaro Valley Unified School District Series 2013-A 5.00%, 08/01/2038 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 1,700 | | | | 1,707,549 | |
Riverside County Transportation Commission Series 2013-A 5.75%, 06/01/2048 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 7,000 | | | | 7,014,054 | |
Sacramento County Water Financing Authority (Sacramento County Water Agency) NATL Series 2007-B 3.895% (LIBOR 3 Month + 0.57%), 06/01/2039(d) | | | 5,000 | | | | 4,413,281 | |
San Diego County Regional Airport Authority Series 2021-B 4.00%, 07/01/2035 | | | 3,100 | | | | 3,144,924 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2036 | | | 8,395 | | | | 8,460,206 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2039 | | | 7,075 | | | | 6,885,237 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2040 | | | 8,655 | | | | 8,382,635 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2041 | | | 3,325 | | | | 3,192,725 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2030 | | | 2,785 | | | | 3,082,170 | |
San Francisco Intl Airport Series 2019-H 5.00%, 05/01/2025 | | | 5,480 | | | | 5,647,765 | |
Series 2021-A 5.00%, 05/01/2031 | | | 3,275 | | | | 3,659,755 | |
5.00%, 05/01/2036 | | | 5,960 | | | | 6,506,549 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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San Joaquin Hills Transportation Corridor Agency Series 2021 5.00%, 01/15/2033 | | $ | 5,000 | | | $ | 5,642,137 | |
State of California Series 2014 5.00%, 05/01/2025 | | | 2,960 | | | | 3,016,811 | |
Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2023 | | | 10,000 | | | | 10,039,931 | |
4.00%, 12/01/2024 | | | 2,655 | | | | 2,702,001 | |
4.00%, 10/01/2034 | | | 2,690 | | | | 2,893,391 | |
4.00%, 10/01/2035 | | | 2,935 | | | | 3,129,065 | |
5.00%, 09/01/2023 | | | 6,000 | | | | 6,038,251 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2024 | | | 3,590 | | | | 3,693,838 | |
Series 2023 5.10%, 03/01/2029 | | | 1,200 | | | | 1,250,376 | |
University of California Series 2013-A 5.00%, 05/15/2048 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,001,894 | |
Series 2022-S 5.00%, 05/15/2024 | | | 6,000 | | | | 6,124,624 | |
5.00%, 05/15/2025 | | | 4,000 | | | | 4,185,454 | |
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| | | | | | | 171,341,227 | |
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Colorado – 2.6% | | | | | | | | |
Arapahoe County School District No. 5 Cherry Creek (Arapahoe County School District No 5 Cherry Creek COP) Series 2022 4.00%, 12/15/2038 | | | 2,655 | | | | 2,719,062 | |
Centerra Metropolitan District No. 1 Series 2017 5.00%, 12/01/2029(a) | | | 1,510 | | | | 1,487,821 | |
City & County of Denver CO Airport System Revenue (Denver Intl Airport) Series 2018-A 5.00%, 12/01/2029 | | | 6,555 | | | | 7,113,514 | |
City & County of Denver Co. Airport System Revenue (Denver Intl Airport) Series 2018-A 5.00%, 12/01/2026 | | | 1,700 | | | | 1,790,415 | |
5.00%, 12/01/2028 | | | 10,000 | | | | 10,885,868 | |
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Colorado Health Facilities Authority (AdventHealth Obligated Group) Series 2021 5.00%, 11/15/2041 | | $ | 2,600 | | | $ | 2,869,883 | |
Colorado Health Facilities Authority (CommonSpirit Health Obligated Group) Series 2019-A 5.00%, 08/01/2030 | | | 1,015 | | | | 1,109,607 | |
Colorado Health Facilities Authority (CommonSpirit Health) Series 2019-A 5.00%, 08/01/2032 | | | 640 | | | | 693,716 | |
5.00%, 08/01/2033 | | | 750 | | | | 809,583 | |
Colorado Health Facilities Authority (Intermountain Healthcare Obligated Group) Series 2019-B 4.00%, 01/01/2040 | | | 1,445 | | | | 1,447,458 | |
Colorado Health Facilities Authority (Sanford Obligated Group) Series 2019-A 5.00%, 11/01/2033 | | | 1,525 | | | | 1,684,670 | |
Denver City & County School District No. 1 Series 2014-B 5.00%, 12/01/2023 | | | 4,730 | | | | 4,781,777 | |
E-470 Public Highway Authority Series 2021-B 3.573% (SOFR + 0.35%), 09/01/2039(d) | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,986,936 | |
Johnstown Plaza Metropolitan District Series 2022 4.25%, 12/01/2046 | | | 1,952 | | | | 1,575,190 | |
State of Colorado (State of Colorado COP) Series 2022 6.00%, 12/15/2041 | | | 6,000 | | | | 7,244,332 | |
Sterling Ranch Community Authority Board (Sterling Ranch Colorado Metropolitan District No. 2) Series 2020-A 3.75%, 12/01/2040 | | | 1,050 | | | | 845,295 | |
Sterling Ranch Community Authority Board (Sterling Ranch Metropolitan District No 3) Series 2022 6.50%, 12/01/2042 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,014,845 | |
Vauxmont Metropolitan District AGM Series 2019 5.00%, 12/15/2024 | | | 260 | | | | 267,253 | |
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| | | | | | | 50,327,225 | |
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Connecticut – 2.8% | | | | | | | | |
City of New Haven CT Series 2018-A 5.50%, 08/01/2035 | | $ | 1,920 | | | $ | 2,097,322 | |
Connecticut State Health & Educational Facilities Authority Series 2023-A 2.80%, 07/01/2048 | | | 7,710 | | | | 7,637,268 | |
Connecticut State Health & Educational Facilities Authority (Stamford Hospital Obligated Group (The)) Series 2022 4.00%, 07/01/2035 | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,511,246 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2036 | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,492,727 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2037 | | | 1,000 | | | | 982,598 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2040 | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,433,410 | |
Connecticut State Health & Educational Facilities Authority (Yale University) Series 2022 1.10%, 07/01/2049 | | | 8,000 | | | | 7,668,861 | |
State of Connecticut Series 2013-A 5.00%, 10/15/2024 | | | 5,035 | | | | 5,081,113 | |
Series 2014-A 5.00%, 03/01/2028 | | | 2,230 | | | | 2,270,110 | |
Series 2014-F 5.00%, 11/15/2026 | | | 1,275 | | | | 1,315,628 | |
Series 2015-B 5.00%, 06/15/2025 | | | 4,330 | | | | 4,523,389 | |
5.00%, 06/15/2028 | | | 2,840 | | | | 2,969,484 | |
Series 2016-A 5.00%, 03/15/2032 | | | 2,160 | | | | 2,290,940 | |
Series 2018-B 5.00%, 04/15/2028 | | | 1,440 | | | | 1,602,480 | |
State of Connecticut Special Tax Revenue Series 2020 5.00%, 05/01/2038 | | | 3,040 | | | | 3,381,963 | |
Series 2021-D 4.00%, 11/01/2037 | | | 2,250 | | | | 2,323,104 | |
4.00%, 11/01/2038 | | | 4,185 | | | | 4,274,151 | |
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District of Columbia – 1.8% | | | | | | | | |
District of Columbia (District of Columbia International School Obligated Group) Series 2019 5.00%, 07/01/2039 | | $ | 2,400 | | | $ | 2,444,372 | |
District of Columbia (Plenary Infrastructure DC LLC State Lease) Series 2022 5.00%, 08/31/2029 | | | 4,765 | | | | 5,052,112 | |
5.00%, 08/31/2030 | | | 5,025 | | | | 5,349,779 | |
5.00%, 02/29/2032 | | | 5,475 | | | | 5,838,388 | |
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority Aviation Revenue Series 2018-A 5.00%, 10/01/2025 | | | 5,500 | | | | 5,712,523 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2026 | | | 3,065 | | | | 3,237,926 | |
Series 2021-A 4.00%, 10/01/2038 | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,487,590 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2036 | | | 1,695 | | | | 1,857,032 | |
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Dedicated Revenue (Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority Dedicated Revenue Lease) Series 2021-A 4.00%, 07/15/2039 | | | 2,450 | | | | 2,509,234 | |
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| | | | | | | 34,488,956 | |
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Florida – 3.8% | | | | | | | | |
Align Affordable Housing Bond Fund LP (SHI – Lake Worth LLC) Series 2021 3.25%, 12/01/2051(a) | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,164,728 | |
Capital Trust Agency, Inc. (Franklin Academy Series 2020 Obligated Group) Series 2020 4.00%, 12/15/2025(a) | | | 300 | | | | 293,065 | |
City of Palmetto FL (Renaissance Arts and Education, Inc.) Series 2022 5.125%, 06/01/2042 | | | 2,400 | | | | 2,423,060 | |
City of South Miami Health Facilities Authority, Inc. (Baptist Health South Florida Obligated Group) Series 2017 5.00%, 08/15/2025 | | | 4,500 | | | | 4,670,081 | |
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County of Broward FL Airport System Revenue Series 2013-A 5.25%, 10/01/2033 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | $ | 2,410 | | | $ | 2,426,426 | |
Series 2019-A 4.00%, 10/01/2044 | | | 16,215 | | | | 15,431,227 | |
Series 2019-C 2.384%, 10/01/2026 | | | 2,600 | | | | 2,432,393 | |
County of Miami-Dade FL (County of Miami-Dade FL Non-Ad Valorem) Series 2015-A 5.00%, 06/01/2023 | | | 6,100 | | | | 6,108,470 | |
5.00%, 06/01/2024 | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,089,065 | |
5.00%, 06/01/2026 | | | 2,885 | | | | 2,994,976 | |
5.00%, 06/01/2027 | | | 4,515 | | | | 4,688,389 | |
County of Osceola FL Transportation Revenue Series 2020-A Zero Coupon, 10/01/2030 | | | 115 | | | | 82,835 | |
Zero Coupon, 10/01/2031 | | | 140 | | | | 96,419 | |
Zero Coupon, 10/01/2032 | | | 100 | | | | 65,761 | |
Zero Coupon, 10/01/2033 | | | 115 | | | | 72,019 | |
Zero Coupon, 10/01/2034 | | | 125 | | | | 74,047 | |
Florida Development Finance Corp. (Mater Academy, Inc.) Series 2022-A 4.00%, 06/15/2042 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,743,944 | |
5.00%, 06/15/2042 | | | 2,550 | | | | 2,554,398 | |
Florida Municipal Power Agency (Florida Municipal Power Agency All-Requirements Power Supply Project Revenue) Series 2015-B 5.00%, 10/01/2023 | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,510,927 | |
Series 2021 1.425%, 10/01/2026 | | | 500 | | | | 450,523 | |
Greater Orlando Aviation Authority Series 2017-A 5.00%, 10/01/2029 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 4,420 | | | | 4,801,380 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2033 | | | 4,000 | | | | 4,240,307 | |
Mid-Bay Bridge Authority Series 2015-A 5.00%, 10/01/2028 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,026,676 | |
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Orange County Health Facilities Authority (Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2023 4.00%, 08/01/2036(e) | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 921,469 | |
Polk County Industrial Development Authority (Mineral Development LLC) Series 2020 5.875%, 01/01/2033(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,006,867 | |
Village Community Development District No. 13 Series 2019 3.55%, 05/01/2039 | | | 4,175 | | | | 3,444,949 | |
Village Community Development District No. 14 Series 2022 5.50%, 05/01/2053 | | | 2,750 | | | | 2,681,405 | |
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Georgia – 3.7% | | | | | | | | |
Augusta Development Authority (AU Health System Obligated Group) Series 2018 5.00%, 07/01/2034 | | | 4,490 | | | | 4,261,807 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2035 | | | 5,065 | | | | 4,731,190 | |
City of Atlanta GA Department of Aviation Series 2022-B 5.00%, 07/01/2038 | | | 3,440 | | | | 3,753,045 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2042 | | | 6,830 | | | | 7,283,610 | |
Cobb County Kennestone Hospital Authority (WellStar Health System Obligated Group) Series 2021 5.00%, 04/01/2025 | | | 1,650 | | | | 1,701,403 | |
Main Street Natural Gas, Inc. (Citadel LP) Series 2022-C 4.00%, 08/01/2052(a) | | | 5,000 | | | | 4,809,208 | |
Main Street Natural Gas, Inc. (Citigroup, Inc.) Series 2021-C 4.00%, 05/01/2052 | | | 2,075 | | | | 2,067,043 | |
Main Street Natural Gas, Inc. (Royal Bank of Canada) Series 2018-A 4.00%, 04/01/2048 | | | 9,370 | | | | 9,376,962 | |
Series 2018-C 4.00%, 08/01/2048 | | | 6,850 | | | | 6,859,688 | |
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Series 2021-A 4.00%, 07/01/2052 | | $ | 20,765 | | | $ | 20,856,829 | |
Main Street Natural Gas, Inc. (Toronto-Dominion Bank/The) Series 2019-B 4.00%, 08/01/2049 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,009,853 | |
Richmond County Board of Education Series 2021 5.00%, 10/01/2023 | | | 3,400 | | | | 3,424,909 | |
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| | | | | | | 71,135,547 | |
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Guam – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Territory of Guam Series 2019 5.00%, 11/15/2031 | | | 135 | | | | 141,055 | |
Territory of Guam (Territory of Guam Business Privilege Tax) Series 2015-D 5.00%, 11/15/2025 | | | 865 | | | | 882,070 | |
5.00%, 11/15/2031 | | | 2,070 | | | | 2,112,309 | |
Series 2021-F 5.00%, 01/01/2028 | | | 500 | | | | 524,686 | |
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| | | | | | | 3,660,120 | |
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Illinois – 4.3% | | | | | | | | |
Chicago Board of Education Series 2018-A 5.00%, 12/01/2027 | | | 1,200 | | | | 1,253,185 | |
Series 2019-B 5.00%, 12/01/2030 | | | 135 | | | | 141,544 | |
5.00%, 12/01/2031 | | | 265 | | | | 277,070 | |
5.00%, 12/01/2033 | | | 100 | | | | 104,009 | |
Series 2023 5.25%, 04/01/2033 | | | 1,375 | | | | 1,550,299 | |
5.25%, 04/01/2040 | | | 1,720 | | | | 1,836,377 | |
Chicago Housing Authority Series 2018-A 5.00%, 01/01/2034 | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,715,890 | |
5.00%, 01/01/2037 | | | 5,260 | | | | 5,612,885 | |
5.00%, 01/01/2038 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,062,067 | |
Chicago O'Hare International Airport Series 2015-B 5.00%, 01/01/2029 | | | 5,000 | | | �� | 5,151,400 | |
Series 2016-C 5.00%, 01/01/2033 | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,255,362 | |
Series 2017-B 5.00%, 01/01/2035 | | | 1,475 | | | | 1,569,875 | |
Series 2018-A 5.00%, 01/01/2037 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,060,059 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Series 2022 4.00%, 01/01/2042 | | $ | 2,000 | | | $ | 1,973,565 | |
5.00%, 01/01/2028 | | | 680 | | | | 724,938 | |
5.00%, 01/01/2031 | | | 600 | | | | 665,341 | |
5.00%, 01/01/2042 | | | 3,850 | | | | 4,062,469 | |
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (Chicago O'Hare International Airport Customer Facility Charge) Series 2013 5.50%, 01/01/2025 | | | 2,250 | | | | 2,255,179 | |
Illinois Finance Authority (Ascension Health Credit Group) Series 2016-C 5.00%, 02/15/2024 | | | 1,630 | | | | 1,651,103 | |
Illinois Finance Authority (Illinois Institute of Technology) Series 2019 5.00%, 09/01/2023 | | | 100 | | | | 99,934 | |
5.00%, 09/01/2026 | | | 100 | | | | 99,690 | |
5.00%, 09/01/2027 | | | 100 | | | | 99,878 | |
5.00%, 09/01/2029 | | | 100 | | | | 100,208 | |
5.00%, 09/01/2033 | | | 200 | | | | 197,573 | |
5.00%, 09/01/2034 | | | 100 | | | | 97,710 | |
Illinois Finance Authority (Washington and Jane Smith Community – Orland Park) Series 2022 4.00%, 10/15/2040 | | | 9,375 | | | | 7,467,490 | |
Illinois Housing Development Authority Series 2022 5.67%, 12/01/2025(a) | | | 1,250 | | | | 1,251,973 | |
7.17%, 11/01/2038 | | | 125 | | | | 127,818 | |
Illinois State Toll Highway Authority Series 2021-A 5.00%, 01/01/2041 | | | 14,805 | | | | 16,477,570 | |
5.00%, 01/01/2043 | | | 6,700 | | | | 7,424,240 | |
State of Illinois Series 2014 5.00%, 05/01/2030 | | | 3,810 | | | | 3,863,800 | |
Series 2022-A 5.50%, 03/01/2042 | | | 2,945 | | | | 3,257,425 | |
Series 2022-B 5.25%, 10/01/2037 | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,324,324 | |
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Indiana – 2.1% | | | | | | | | |
City of Fort Wayne IN (Do Good Foods Fort Wayne LLC Obligated Group) Series 2022 9.00%, 12/01/2044(a) | | $ | 2,740 | | | $ | 2,713,930 | |
10.75%, 12/01/2029 | | | 370 | | | | 369,747 | |
City of Whiting IN (BP Products North America, Inc.) Series 2023 4.40%, 11/01/2045 | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,176,762 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (Brightmark Plastics Renewal Indiana LLC) Series 2019 7.00%, 03/01/2039(a) | | | 2,305 | | | | 1,742,829 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (Duke Energy Indiana LLC) Series 2022 3.75%, 03/01/2031 | | | 5,750 | | | | 5,821,796 | |
4.50%, 05/01/2035 | | | 7,555 | | | | 7,656,557 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (Good Samaritan Hospital Obligated Group) Series 2022 4.00%, 04/01/2035 | | | 1,210 | | | | 1,158,612 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (Greencroft Goshen Obligated Group) Series 2023-2 4.00%, 11/15/2037(e) | | | 1,000 | | | | 800,298 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (Indiana University Health, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2021 0.70%, 12/01/2046 | | | 8,150 | | | | 7,418,325 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (Ohio Valley Electric Corp.) Series 2021-B 2.50%, 11/01/2030 | | | 495 | | | | 433,907 | |
Series 2022-A 4.25%, 11/01/2030 | | | 1,535 | | | | 1,534,564 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (University of Evansville) Series 2022 5.25%, 09/01/2037 | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,060,123 | |
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| | | | | | | 39,887,450 | |
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Iowa – 1.4% | | | | | | | | |
Iowa Finance Authority Series 2022-E 4.16% (SOFR + 0.80%), 01/01/2052(d) | | $ | 8,000 | | | $ | 7,883,841 | |
Iowa Higher Education Loan Authority (Simpson College) Series 2020 5.25%, 11/01/2040 | | | 2,275 | | | | 2,122,022 | |
Iowa Tobacco Settlement Authority Series 2021-A 4.00%, 06/01/2034 | | | 500 | | | | 512,139 | |
4.00%, 06/01/2035 | | | 515 | | | | 522,225 | |
4.00%, 06/01/2037 | | | 1,000 | | | | 991,369 | |
4.00%, 06/01/2038 | | | 1,000 | | | | 983,539 | |
4.00%, 06/01/2040 | | | 500 | | | | 481,797 | |
5.00%, 06/01/2031 | | | 900 | | | | 1,000,975 | |
PEFA, Inc. (Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)) Series 2019 5.00%, 09/01/2049 | | | 11,130 | | | | 11,461,096 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 25,959,003 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Kansas – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Kansas Development Finance Authority Series 2021 5.00%, 11/15/2054 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 720 | | | | 809,112 | |
Kansas Development Finance Authority (AdventHealth Obligated Group) Series 2021 5.00%, 11/15/2054 | | | 5,280 | | | | 5,842,316 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 6,651,428 | |
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Kentucky – 2.0% | | | | | | | | |
City of Ashland KY (Ashland Hospital Corp. Obligated Group) Series 2019 5.00%, 02/01/2026 | | | 180 | | | | 186,238 | |
5.00%, 02/01/2027 | | | 195 | | | | 204,988 | |
5.00%, 02/01/2030 | | | 125 | | | | 136,614 | |
5.00%, 02/01/2031 | | | 150 | | | | 160,570 | |
City of Henderson KY (Pratt Paper LLC) Series 2022 3.70%, 01/01/2032(a) | | | 1,150 | | | | 1,094,870 | |
Kentucky Public Energy Authority (BP PLC) Series 2020-A 4.00%, 12/01/2050 | | | 7,260 | | | | 7,277,663 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Kentucky Public Energy Authority (Morgan Stanley) Series 2018-C 7.46% (CPI + 1.05%), 12/01/2049(d) | | $ | 20,000 | | | $ | 20,418,680 | |
Series 2019-C 4.00%, 02/01/2050 | | | 9,015 | | | | 9,024,420 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 38,504,043 | |
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Louisiana – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
City of New Orleans LA Series 2021-A 5.00%, 12/01/2030 | | | 1,910 | | | | 2,195,925 | |
5.00%, 12/01/2035 | | | 2,680 | | | | 2,969,250 | |
Jefferson Sales Tax District AGM Series 2017-B 5.00%, 12/01/2034 | | | 1,800 | | | | 1,951,570 | |
Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities & Community Development Auth (Louisiana Utilities Restoration Corp ELL System Restoration Revenue) Series 2023 5.081%, 06/01/2031 | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,025,679 | |
Parish of St. James LA (NuStar Logistics LP) Series 2020 5.85%, 08/01/2041(a) | | | 340 | | | | 348,665 | |
6.10%, 06/01/2038(a) | | | 455 | | | | 490,132 | |
6.10%, 12/01/2040(a) | | | 390 | | | | 420,113 | |
State of Louisiana Gasoline & Fuels Tax Revenue Series 2022-A 3.867% (SOFR + 0.50%), 05/01/2043(d) | | | 4,920 | | | | 4,806,875 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 16,208,209 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Maryland – 1.8% | | | | | | | | |
County of Montgomery MD Series 2019-A 5.00%, 11/01/2026 | | | 5,925 | | | | 6,414,079 | |
Maryland Economic Development Corp. (Purple Line Transit Partners LLC) Series 2022 5.00%, 06/30/2040 | | | 8,795 | | | | 8,975,926 | |
Maryland Health & Higher Educational Facilities Authority (Stevenson University, Inc.) Series 2021 4.00%, 06/01/2039 | | | 500 | | | | 477,641 | |
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| |
State of Maryland Series 2017-B 5.00%, 08/01/2024 | | $ | 5,790 | | | $ | 5,933,641 | |
Series 2022-C 5.00%, 03/01/2026 | | | 11,500 | | | | 12,226,059 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 34,027,346 | |
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Massachusetts – 1.5% | | | | | | | | |
Commonwealth of Massachusetts Series 2020-B 5.00%, 07/01/2024 | | | 7,380 | | | | 7,550,649 | |
AGC Series 2007-A 3.795% (LIBOR 3 Month + 0.57%), 05/01/2037(d) | | | 3,275 | | | | 3,192,670 | |
Commonwealth of Massachusetts (Commonwealth of Massachusetts COVID-19 Recovery Assessment Revenue) Series 2022-B 4.11%, 07/15/2031 | | | 3,200 | | | | 3,174,741 | |
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority Sales Tax Revenue Series 2004-C 5.25%, 07/01/2023 | | | 3,520 | | | | 3,531,825 | |
Massachusetts Clean Water Trust (The) (Massachusetts Water Pollution Abatement Trust (The) SRF) Series 2006 8.10% (CPI + 0.99%), 08/01/2023(d) | | | 2,275 | | | | 2,294,738 | |
Massachusetts Development Finance Agency (Broad Institute Inc. (The)) Series 2017 5.00%, 04/01/2028 | | | 1,655 | | | | 1,815,041 | |
Massachusetts Port Authority Series 2021-E 5.00%, 07/01/2037 | | | 2,250 | | | | 2,455,460 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2039 | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,410,072 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 29,425,196 | |
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Michigan – 1.3% | | | | | | | | |
City of Detroit MI Series 2018 5.00%, 04/01/2035 | | | 750 | | | | 772,461 | |
5.00%, 04/01/2036 | | | 305 | | | | 311,452 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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City of Detroit MI Sewage Disposal System Revenue (Great Lakes Water Authority Sewage Disposal System Revenue) AGM Series 2006-D 4.068% (LIBOR 3 Month + 0.60%), 07/01/2032(d) | | $ | 2,605 | | | $ | 2,427,054 | |
Michigan Finance Authority (City of Detroit MI) Series 2016-C 5.00%, 04/01/2026 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,055,791 | |
5.00%, 04/01/2027 | | | 1,735 | | | | 1,845,015 | |
Michigan Finance Authority (Great Lakes Water Authority Water Supply System Revenue) AGM Series 2014-D2 5.00%, 07/01/2024 | | | 10,545 | | | | 10,725,708 | |
Michigan Finance Authority (Henry Ford Health System Obligated Group) Series 2016 5.00%, 11/15/2031 | | | 1,785 | | | | 1,878,042 | |
Michigan Finance Authority (Michigan Finance Authority Drinking Water Revolving Fund) Series 2021 5.00%, 10/01/2026 | | | 1,250 | | | | 1,346,944 | |
Michigan Finance Authority (Michigan Finance Authority Tobacco Settlement Revenue) Series 2020-A 3.267%, 06/01/2039 | | | 1,000 | | | | 901,850 | |
Michigan Strategic Fund (Michigan Strategic Fund – I 75 Improvement Project) Series 2018 5.00%, 12/31/2028 | | | 3,075 | | | | 3,233,156 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 24,497,473 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Minnesota – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Minneapolis-St Paul Metropolitan Airports Commission Series 2022-B 4.00%, 01/01/2038 | | | 4,250 | | | | 4,220,291 | |
5.00%, 01/01/2039 | | | 2,105 | | | | 2,259,274 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
State of Minnesota Series 2022-B 5.00%, 08/01/2024 | | $ | 2,000 | | | $ | 2,049,617 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 8,529,182 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Mississippi – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Mississippi Development Bank (Magnolia Regional Health Center) Series 2021 5.00%, 10/01/2033(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,058,514 | |
Mississippi Hospital Equipment & Facilities Authority (Baptist Memorial Health Care Obligated Group) Series 2016-A 5.00%, 09/01/2036 | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,538,806 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,597,320 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Missouri – 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Health & Educational Facilities Authority of the State of Missouri (BJC Healthcare Obligated Group) Series 2021-B 4.00%, 05/01/2051 | | | 11,975 | | | | 12,280,001 | |
Howard Bend Levee District XLCA Series 2005 5.75%, 03/01/2025 | | | 135 | | | | 136,969 | |
5.75%, 03/01/2027 | | | 120 | | | | 122,692 | |
Lee's Summit Industrial Development Authority (John Knox Village Obligated Group) Series 2016-A 5.00%, 08/15/2036 | | | 1,675 | | | | 1,478,053 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 14,017,715 | |
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Montana – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Montana Facility Finance Authority (Benefis Health System Obligated Group) Series 2016 5.00%, 02/15/2031 | | | 1,925 | | | | 2,028,204 | |
5.00%, 02/15/2033 | | | 1,350 | | | | 1,416,176 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,444,380 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Nebraska – 1.1% | | | | | | | | |
Central Plains Energy Project (Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)) Series 2018 5.00%, 03/01/2050 | | | 15,000 | | | | 15,109,797 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Central Plains Energy Project (Royal Bank of Canada) Series 2019 4.00%, 12/01/2049 | | $ | 6,115 | | | $ | 6,140,205 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 21,250,002 | |
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Nevada – 2.2% | | | | | | | | |
City of Sparks NV (City of Sparks NV Sales Tax) Series 2019-A 2.50%, 06/15/2024(a) | | | 160 | | | | 156,472 | |
Clark County School District Series 2021-A 4.00%, 06/15/2034 | | | 10,085 | | | | 10,579,896 | |
5.00%, 06/15/2027 | | | 3,500 | | | | 3,812,362 | |
Series 2021-B 5.00%, 06/15/2027 | | | 5,170 | | | | 5,631,404 | |
Las Vegas Valley Water District Series 2022-A 4.00%, 06/01/2036 | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,287,565 | |
4.00%, 06/01/2037 | | | 6,350 | | | | 6,584,680 | |
State of Nevada Department of Business & Industry (DesertXpress Enterprises LLC) Series 2023 3.70%, 01/01/2050(a) | | | 3,800 | | | | 3,794,096 | |
Tahoe-Douglas Visitors Authority Series 2020 4.00%, 07/01/2027 | | | 1,200 | | | | 1,194,380 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2029 | | | 2,625 | | | | 2,754,486 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2032 | | | 2,035 | | | | 2,137,211 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2035 | | | 805 | | | | 834,289 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 42,766,841 | |
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New Hampshire – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
New Hampshire Business Finance Authority Series 2022-2 0.35%, 09/20/2036 | | | 8,500 | | | | 201,702 | |
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New Jersey – 4.9% | | | | | | | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Enhanced Receipt Series 2019-B, Class 1 3.87%, 11/15/2035(a) | | | 12,363 | | | | 11,583,811 | |
New Jersey Economic Development Authority Series 2014-P 5.00%, 06/15/2029 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 1,150 | | | | 1,174,512 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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New Jersey Educational Facilities Authority (Ramapo College of New Jersey) AGM Series 2022-A 4.00%, 07/01/2039 | | $ | 550 | | | $ | 551,278 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2040 | | | 750 | | | | 741,342 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2041 | | | 835 | | | | 819,177 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2034 | | | 845 | | | | 985,492 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2035 | | | 400 | | | | 462,233 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2036 | | | 600 | | | | 685,811 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2037 | | | 600 | | | | 677,364 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2038 | | | 745 | | | | 837,314 | |
New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority (New Jersey Transportation Fed Hwy Grant) Series 2016 5.00%, 06/15/2029 | | | 4,390 | | | | 4,637,957 | |
Series 2018-A 5.00%, 06/15/2028 | | | 4,170 | | | | 4,406,421 | |
5.00%, 06/15/2029 | | | 17,500 | | | | 18,488,439 | |
5.00%, 06/15/2030 | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,584,357 | |
5.00%, 06/15/2031 | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,166,582 | |
New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority (New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority State Lease) Series 2014-C 5.25%, 06/15/2032 | | | 2,960 | | | | 3,057,770 | |
Series 2020-A 5.00%, 06/15/2036 | | | 1,140 | | | | 1,251,680 | |
New Jersey Turnpike Authority Series 2014-A 5.00%, 01/01/2028 | | | 4,785 | | | | 4,890,558 | |
Series 2017-A 5.00%, 01/01/2033 | | | 7,300 | | | | 7,850,127 | |
Series 2021-B 0.897%, 01/01/2025 | | | 1,000 | | | | 937,681 | |
1.713%, 01/01/2029 | | | 1,350 | | | | 1,165,355 | |
State of New Jersey Series 2020 4.00%, 06/01/2023 | | | 10,000 | | | | 10,003,833 | |
Tobacco Settlement Financing Corp./NJ Series 2018-A 5.00%, 06/01/2030 | | | 4,750 | | | | 5,167,159 | |
Series 2018-B 5.00%, 06/01/2046 | | | 3,495 | | | | 3,475,908 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Township of Jefferson NJ Series 2022 3.00%, 06/16/2023 | | $ | 5,380 | | | $ | 5,374,975 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 93,977,136 | |
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New Mexico – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
State of New Mexico Severance Tax Permanent Fund Series 2022-A 5.00%, 07/01/2031 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,182,133 | |
Winrock Town Center Tax Increment Development District No. 1 Series 2022 4.00%, 05/01/2033(a) | | | 1,035 | | | | 913,082 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,095,215 | |
| | | | | | | | |
New York – 9.9% | | | | | | | | |
City of New York NY Series 2020-A 5.00%, 08/01/2026 | | | 3,940 | | | | 4,218,316 | |
Series 2021 1.396%, 08/01/2027 | | | 3,120 | | | | 2,769,046 | |
Series 2021-A 4.00%, 08/01/2041 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,995,612 | |
Series 2021-F 5.00%, 06/01/2044(f) | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,597,539 | |
County of Nassau NY Series 2022-A 4.00%, 04/01/2042 | | | 2,205 | | | | 2,160,008 | |
Metropolitan Transportation Authority Series 2013-A 5.00%, 11/15/2026 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 2,300 | | | | 2,301,333 | |
Series 2013-E 5.00%, 11/15/2025 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 8,510 | | | | 8,593,151 | |
Series 2016-A 5.00%, 11/15/2024 | | | 1,130 | | | | 1,152,117 | |
Series 2016-B 5.00%, 11/15/2027 | | | 1,370 | | | | 1,434,766 | |
Series 2017-B 5.00%, 11/15/2023 | | | 1,110 | | | | 1,116,985 | |
5.00%, 11/15/2025 | | | 1,935 | | | | 2,001,958 | |
5.00%, 11/15/2026 | | | 555 | | | | 581,980 | |
Series 2017-C 5.00%, 11/15/2026 | | | 1,275 | | | | 1,336,980 | |
5.00%, 11/15/2027 | | | 1,745 | | | | 1,852,381 | |
5.00%, 11/15/2028 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,072,624 | |
Series 2020-A 5.00%, 11/15/2045 | | | 5,120 | | | | 5,579,225 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Series 2020-E 4.00%, 11/15/2026 | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,015,019 | |
5.00%, 11/15/2028 | | | 4,000 | | | | 4,292,953 | |
Series 2021-D 3.553% (SOFR + 0.33%), 11/01/2035(d) | | | 1,975 | | | | 1,955,711 | |
New York City Transitional Finance Authority Future Tax Secured Revenue Series 2018 5.00%, 08/01/2023 | | | 6,810 | | | | 6,839,728 | |
New York Liberty Development Corp. (3 World Trade Center LLC) Series 2014 5.375%, 11/15/2040(a) | | | 200 | | | | 200,068 | |
New York State Dormitory Authority (State of New York Pers Income Tax) Series 2014-A 5.00%, 02/15/2028 | | | 6,565 | | | | 6,660,241 | |
Series 2021 2.202%, 03/15/2034 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,607,402 | |
2.252%, 03/15/2032 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,675,264 | |
Series 2021-A 4.00%, 03/15/2039 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,011,395 | |
Series 2022-A 4.00%, 03/15/2039 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,025,236 | |
4.00%, 03/15/2040 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,005,867 | |
New York State Environmental Facilities Corp. (State of New York SRF) Series 2021 4.00%, 08/15/2038 | | | 800 | | | | 812,219 | |
New York State Thruway Authority (State of New York Pers Income Tax) Series 2021-A 5.00%, 03/15/2025 | | | 2,225 | | | | 2,312,316 | |
Series 2022-A 5.00%, 03/15/2030 | | | 21,850 | | | | 25,272,053 | |
New York State Urban Development Corp. (State of New York Pers Income Tax) Series 2022 5.00%, 09/15/2029 | | | 37,115 | | | | 42,534,258 | |
New York Transportation Development Corp. (JFK International Air Terminal LLC) Series 2022 5.00%, 12/01/2038 | | | 1,700 | | | | 1,796,227 | |
5.00%, 12/01/2040 | | | 2,850 | | | | 2,977,882 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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New York Transportation Development Corp. (Laguardia Gateway Partners LLC) Series 2016-A 5.00%, 07/01/2046 | | $ | 345 | | | $ | 342,313 | |
Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Series 2021-2 5.00%, 07/15/2028 | | | 1,025 | | | | 1,111,519 | |
Suffolk Tobacco Asset Securitization Corp. Series 2021 5.00%, 06/01/2028 | | | 2,265 | | | | 2,431,238 | |
5.00%, 06/01/2032 | | | 2,245 | | | | 2,459,338 | |
Triborough Bridge & Tunnel Authority (Metropolitan Transportation Authority Payroll Mobility Tax Revenue) Series 2021 5.00%, 05/15/2050 | | | 4,740 | | | | 4,992,191 | |
Series 2021-A 2.00%, 05/15/2045 | | | 2,945 | | | | 2,706,086 | |
2.591%, 05/15/2036 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,585,039 | |
2.917%, 05/15/2040 | | | 1,000 | | | | 763,052 | |
Series 2022-A 5.00%, 08/15/2024 | | | 16,500 | | | | 16,846,739 | |
Series 2022-E 4.266% (SOFR + 1.05%), 04/01/2026(d) | | | 6,000 | | | | 6,036,724 | |
Trust for Cultural Resources of The City of New York (The) Series 2014 5.00%, 08/01/2043 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,022,451 | |
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| | | | | | | 190,054,550 | |
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North Carolina – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Fayetteville State University Series 2023 5.00%, 04/01/2032(a) | | | 655 | | | | 720,364 | |
State of North Carolina (State of North Carolina Fed Hwy Grant) Series 2015 5.00%, 03/01/2026 | | | 6,710 | | | | 6,958,215 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 7,678,579 | |
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North Dakota – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
County of Grand Forks ND (Red River Biorefinery LLC) Series 2021 6.625%, 12/15/2031(a)(b)(c) | | | 425 | | | | 233,750 | |
7.00%, 12/15/2043(a)(b)(c) | | | 440 | | | | 242,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 475,750 | |
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Ohio – 2.3% | | | | | | | | |
American Municipal Power, Inc. (American Municipal Power Combined Hydroelectric Revenue) Series 2016-A 5.00%, 02/15/2036 | | $ | 5,000 | | | $ | 5,192,640 | |
American Municipal Power, Inc. (American Municipal Power Prairie State Energy Campus Revenue) Series 2019 5.00%, 02/15/2035 | | | 1,425 | | | | 1,590,225 | |
Buckeye Tobacco Settlement Financing Authority Series 2020-A 4.00%, 06/01/2039 | | | 1,000 | | | | 976,768 | |
City of Chillicothe OH (Adena Health System Obligated Group) Series 2017 5.00%, 12/01/2037 | | | 3,385 | | | | 3,508,980 | |
City of Cleveland OH Airport System Revenue AGM Series 2016-B 5.00%, 01/01/2024 | | | 1,075 | | | | 1,087,880 | |
City of Cleveland OH Income Tax Revenue Series 2017-B1 5.00%, 10/01/2027 | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,751,637 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2029 | | | 3,085 | | | | 3,429,683 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2030 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,223,522 | |
Series 2017-B2 5.00%, 10/01/2029 | | | 1,485 | | | | 1,647,296 | |
City of Columbus OH Series 2013-A 5.00%, 08/15/2023 | | | 1,390 | | | | 1,397,225 | |
County of Cuyahoga OH (MetroHealth System (The)) Series 2017 5.00%, 02/15/2037 | | | 5,600 | | | | 5,718,371 | |
County of Washington OH (Marietta Area Health Care, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2022 6.375%, 12/01/2037 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,032,998 | |
Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District Series 2013 5.00%, 11/15/2043 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 6,000 | | | | 6,003,700 | |
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Ohio Higher Educational Facility Commission (University of Dayton) Series 2022 5.00%, 02/01/2038 | | $ | 1,250 | | | $ | 1,354,540 | |
5.00%, 02/01/2039 | | | 3,860 | | | | 4,154,009 | |
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| | | | | | | 43,069,474 | |
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Oklahoma – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Oklahoma Development Finance Authority Series 2022 4.38%, 11/01/2045 | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,406,691 | |
Oklahoma Development Finance Authority (OU Medicine Obligated Group) Series 2022-A 5.50%, 08/15/2037 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,924,711 | |
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| | | | | | | 4,331,402 | |
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Oregon – 1.4% | | | | | | | | |
Deschutes County Hospital Facilities Authority (St. Charles Health System Obligated Group) Series 2016-A 4.00%, 01/01/2033 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,014,623 | |
Lane County School District No 4J Eugene Series 2022 5.00%, 06/15/2024 | | | 8,780 | | | | 8,967,392 | |
Oregon Health & Science University (Oregon Health & Science University Obligated Group) Series 2021-B 5.00%, 07/01/2046 | | | 4,750 | | | | 5,347,403 | |
Port of Portland OR Airport Revenue Series 2022-2 4.00%, 07/01/2038 | | | 5,000 | | | | 4,964,187 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2040 | | | 3,500 | | | | 3,410,674 | |
Tri-County Metropolitan Transportation District of Oregon Series 2018-A 5.00%, 10/01/2029 | | | 1,910 | | | | 2,104,844 | |
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| | | | | | | 25,809,123 | |
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Other – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Multifamily VRD Certificates (FHLMC Multifamily VRD Certificates) 2.65%, 06/15/2036(a) | | | 3,730 | | | | 3,131,363 | |
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Pennsylvania – 5.1% | | | | | | | | |
Allegheny County Airport Authority Series 2021-A 4.00%, 01/01/2041 | | $ | 5,255 | | | $ | 5,049,791 | |
Berks County Municipal Authority (The) (Tower Health Obligated Group) Series 2012-A 4.50%, 11/01/2041 | | | 1,000 | | | | 596,997 | |
Series 2020-B 5.00%, 02/01/2040 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,359,795 | |
Bucks County Industrial Development Authority (Grand View Hospital/Sellersville PA Obligated Group) Series 2021 5.00%, 07/01/2032 | | | 1,000 | | | | 981,891 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2033 | | | 1,150 | | | | 1,124,429 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2034 | | | 1,300 | | | | 1,265,370 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2035 | | | 1,050 | | | | 1,016,338 | |
Chester County Industrial Development Authority (Collegium Charter School) Series 2022 5.00%, 10/15/2032(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 982,990 | |
City of Philadelphia PA Series 2017 5.00%, 08/01/2028 | | | 12,990 | | | | 14,114,869 | |
City of Philadelphia PA Airport Revenue Series 2021 5.00%, 07/01/2028 | | | 3,035 | | | | 3,268,107 | |
City of Philadelphia PA Water & Wastewater Revenue Series 2017-A 5.00%, 10/01/2032 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,095,730 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2033 | | | 1,135 | | | | 1,239,559 | |
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Series 2017 5.00%, 01/01/2024 | | | 3,600 | | | | 3,642,656 | |
Hospitals & Higher Education Facilities Authority of Philadelphia (The) (Temple University Health System Obligated Group) AGM Series 2022 4.00%, 07/01/2040 | | | 10,000 | | | | 9,614,542 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Lancaster County Hospital Authority/PA (St. Anne's Retirement Community Obligated Group) Series 2022 3.50%, 03/01/2025 | | $ | 955 | | | $ | 921,634 | |
5.00%, 03/01/2033 | | | 1,600 | | | | 1,471,166 | |
Montgomery County Higher Education and Health Authority (Thomas Jefferson University Obligated Group) Series 2018 5.00%, 09/01/2034 | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,601,852 | |
Series 2022 4.00%, 05/01/2036 | | | 1,100 | | | | 1,100,282 | |
4.00%, 05/01/2037 | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,487,087 | |
4.00%, 05/01/2038 | | | 1,375 | | | | 1,351,638 | |
4.00%, 05/01/2039 | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,468,667 | |
4.00%, 05/01/2040 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,937,570 | |
4.00%, 05/01/2041 | | | 3,000 | | | | 2,881,519 | |
4.00%, 05/01/2042 | | | 2,125 | | | | 2,021,137 | |
Moon Industrial Development Authority (Baptist Homes Society) Series 2015 5.125%, 07/01/2025 | | | 1,300 | | | | 1,261,036 | |
Pennsylvania Economic Development Financing Authority (PA Bridges Finco LP) Series 2015 5.00%, 06/30/2042 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,004,524 | |
Pennsylvania Economic Development Financing Authority (UPMC Obligated Group) Series 2022-C 4.56% (MUNIPSA + 0.70%), 11/15/2047(d) | | | 5,000 | | | | 4,907,899 | |
Pennsylvania Higher Educational Facilities Authority (University of Pennsylvania Health System Obligated Group (The)) Series 2022 4.00%, 08/15/2042 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,983,511 | |
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Series 2017 5.00%, 12/01/2028 | | | 1,750 | | | | 1,917,480 | |
5.00%, 12/01/2029 | | | 1,255 | | | | 1,373,769 | |
Series 2017-B 5.00%, 06/01/2034 | | | 5,830 | | | | 6,270,165 | |
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5.00%, 06/01/2036 | | $ | 1,750 | | | $ | 1,846,440 | |
Series 2019 5.00%, 12/01/2023 | | | 4,250 | | | | 4,291,617 | |
Series 2021-A 3.00%, 12/01/2042 | | | 1,245 | | | | 959,031 | |
Series 2021-B 4.00%, 12/01/2039 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,017,269 | |
Series 2022-A 5.00%, 12/01/2036 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,140,436 | |
Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development (MaST Community Charter School III) Series 2021 5.00%, 08/01/2040 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,012,661 | |
School District of Philadelphia (The) Series 2016-F 5.00%, 09/01/2034 | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,214,306 | |
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| | | | | | | 96,795,760 | |
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Puerto Rico – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Series 2021-A Zero Coupon, 07/01/2024 | | | 261 | | | | 247,234 | |
Zero Coupon, 07/01/2033 | | | 4,179 | | | | 2,438,319 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2033 | | | 3 | | | | 2,653 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2035 | | | 3 | | | | 2,332 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2037 | | | 2 | | | | 1,955 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2041 | | | 3 | | | | 2,554 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2046 | | | 3 | | | | 2,564 | |
5.25%, 07/01/2023 | | | 752 | | | | 752,604 | |
5.625%, 07/01/2029 | | | 788 | | | | 833,034 | |
5.75%, 07/01/2031 | | | 228 | | | | 244,123 | |
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico (Commonwealth of Puerto Rico) Series 2022-C 0.00%, 11/01/2043 | | | 19 | | | | 8,983 | |
HTA HRRB Custodial Trust Series 2022 5.25%, 07/01/2036 | | | 100 | | | | 100,503 | |
HTA TRRB Custodial Trust Series 2022 5.25%, 07/01/2034 | | | 1,010 | | | | 1,003,190 | |
5.25%, 07/01/2036 | | | 1,095 | | | | 1,100,505 | |
5.25%, 07/01/2041 | | | 790 | | | | 794,920 | |
Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority AGM Series 2007-V 5.25%, 07/01/2031 | | | 970 | | | | 981,480 | |
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Puerto Rico Highway & Transportation Authority Series 2022-B Zero Coupon, 07/01/2032 | | $ | 1,260 | | | $ | 790,650 | |
Puerto Rico Sales Tax Financing Corp. Sales Tax Revenue Series 2018-A Zero Coupon, 07/01/2024 | | | 790 | | | | 750,419 | |
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| | | | | | | 10,058,022 | |
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Rhode Island – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Rhode Island Health and Educational Building Corp. (City of Newport RI) Series 2022-C 4.00%, 05/15/2040 | | | 3,435 | | | | 3,502,919 | |
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South Carolina – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Columbia Housing Authority/SC Series 2022 4.80%, 11/01/2024 | | | 525 | | | | 511,865 | |
5.26%, 11/01/2032 | | | 100 | | | | 96,807 | |
5.41%, 11/01/2039 | | | 1,315 | | | | 1,255,633 | |
6.28%, 11/01/2039 | | | 100 | | | | 95,748 | |
South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (Last Step Recycling LLC) Series 2021 6.25%, 06/01/2040(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 785,538 | |
South Carolina Public Service Authority Series 2016-A 5.00%, 12/01/2034 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,036,981 | |
5.00%, 12/01/2036 | | | 1,535 | | | | 1,577,250 | |
Series 2016-B 5.00%, 12/01/2037 | | | 5,040 | | | | 5,183,765 | |
Series 2016-C 5.00%, 12/01/2035 | | | 930 | | | | 964,351 | |
Series 2020-A 4.00%, 12/01/2042 | | | 2,260 | | | | 2,155,905 | |
Series 2021-B 4.00%, 12/01/2039 | | | 1,975 | | | | 1,939,601 | |
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| | | | | | | 15,603,444 | |
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Tennessee – 1.5% | | | | | | | | |
Bristol Industrial Development Board (Bristol Industrial Development Board Sales Tax) Series 2016-A 5.00%, 12/01/2035(a) | | | 1,410 | | | | 1,325,146 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Series 2016-B Zero Coupon, 12/01/2024(a) | | $ | 1,405 | | | $ | 1,291,937 | |
Zero Coupon, 12/01/2031(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 617,902 | |
City of Pigeon Forge TN Series 2021-B 5.00%, 06/01/2024 | | | 4,545 | | | | 4,637,140 | |
Knox County Industrial Development Board (Tompaul Knoxville LLC) Series 2022 8.75%, 11/01/2032(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,002,144 | |
9.25%, 11/01/2042(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,002,062 | |
Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County TN Series 2021-A 5.00%, 07/01/2023 | | | 6,220 | | | | 6,237,146 | |
Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (The) Series 2022-B 5.50%, 07/01/2038 | | | 1,300 | | | | 1,462,816 | |
5.50%, 07/01/2042 | | | 1,485 | | | | 1,638,617 | |
State of Tennessee Series 2015-A 5.00%, 08/01/2034 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 2,750 | | | | 2,885,400 | |
Tennergy Corp/TN (Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)) Series 2022-A 5.50%, 10/01/2053 | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,296,191 | |
Wilson County Health & Educational Facilities Board Series 2021 4.00%, 12/01/2039 | | | 1,000 | | | | 761,144 | |
4.25%, 12/01/2024 | | | 1,000 | | | | 947,678 | |
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| | | | | | | 29,105,323 | |
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Texas – 5.2% | | | | | | | | |
Board of Regents of the University of Texas System Series 2016-E 5.00%, 08/15/2023 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,010,511 | |
Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Series 2021-B 5.00%, 01/01/2030 | | | 1,800 | | | | 2,001,624 | |
5.00%, 01/01/2034 | | | 1,575 | | | | 1,760,472 | |
5.00%, 01/01/2035 | | | 1,350 | | | | 1,499,689 | |
5.00%, 01/01/2037 | | | 1,675 | | | | 1,827,240 | |
5.00%, 01/01/2039 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,075,620 | |
City of Houston TX Series 2021-A 5.00%, 03/01/2026 | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,651,519 | |
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5.00%, 03/01/2027 | | $ | 4,180 | | | $ | 4,539,142 | |
City of Houston TX Airport System Revenue Series 2020-A 4.00%, 07/01/2037 | | | 3,000 | | | | 2,998,762 | |
Series 2021-A 4.00%, 07/01/2035 | | | 1,100 | | | | 1,112,855 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2037 | | | 1,085 | | | | 1,084,552 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2039 | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,461,729 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2040 | | | 5,175 | | | | 5,042,925 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2032 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,114,653 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2033 | | | 3,000 | | | | 3,338,494 | |
City of Houston TX Combined Utility System Revenue Series 2014-C 5.00%, 05/15/2024 | | | 1,100 | | | | 1,121,830 | |
Series 2019-B 4.00%, 11/15/2039 | | | 1,015 | | | | 1,019,585 | |
City of San Antonio TX Electric & Gas Systems Revenue Series 2021-A 5.00%, 02/01/2038 | | | 1,750 | | | | 1,940,047 | |
5.00%, 02/01/2039 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,200,451 | |
5.00%, 02/01/2040 | | | 2,470 | | | | 2,694,873 | |
Conroe Local Government Corp. (Conroe Local Government Corp. Conroe Convention Center Hotel) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2041 | | | 905 | | | | 895,876 | |
Dallas Area Rapid Transit (Dallas Area Rapid Transit Sales Tax) Series 2020-B 5.00%, 12/01/2023 | | | 4,000 | | | | 4,039,400 | |
Fort Worth Independent School District Series 2021-A 5.00%, 02/15/2026 | | | 2,900 | | | | 3,074,237 | |
5.00%, 02/15/2027 | | | 2,350 | | | | 2,549,234 | |
Harris County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. (Texas Children's Hospital Obligated Group) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2041 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,979,910 | |
Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority Series 2022-A 4.00%, 12/01/2040 | | | 1,000 | | | | 899,888 | |
4.00%, 12/01/2041 | | | 750 | | | | 670,792 | |
5.00%, 12/01/2033 | | | 750 | | | | 789,449 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Series 2022-B 4.00%, 12/01/2041 | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 850,724 | |
Lewisville Independent School District Series 2020 5.00%, 08/15/2023 | | | 2,430 | | | | 2,441,231 | |
5.00%, 08/15/2024 | | | 2,295 | | | | 2,348,186 | |
Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA Transmission Services Corp.) Series 2021 5.00%, 05/15/2029 | | | 800 | | | | 907,761 | |
Mesquite Independent School District Series 2015-A 4.00%, 08/15/2035 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 1,530 | | | | 1,569,839 | |
4.00%, 08/15/2036 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 1,590 | | | | 1,631,402 | |
4.00%, 08/15/2037 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 1,655 | | | | 1,698,094 | |
New Hope Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. Series 2023 8.50%, 09/01/2027(a) | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,495,435 | |
New Hope Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. (Buckingham Senior Living Community, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2021 2.00%, 11/15/2061(f) | | | 917 | | | | 394,760 | |
7.50%, 11/15/2036 | | | 225 | | | | 187,214 | |
7.50%, 11/15/2037 | | | 35 | | | | 27,517 | |
New Hope Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. (Morningside Ministries Obligated Group) Series 2022 4.00%, 01/01/2042 | | | 1,825 | | | | 1,338,849 | |
Newark Higher Education Finance Corp. (TLC Academy) Series 2021-A 4.00%, 08/15/2041 | | | 1,690 | | | | 1,417,115 | |
North Texas Tollway Authority Series 2017-A 5.00%, 01/01/2038 | | | 335 | | | | 335,192 | |
North Texas Tollway Authority (North Texas Tollway System) Series 2021-B 4.00%, 01/01/2032 | | | 1,080 | | | | 1,148,044 | |
Permanent University Fund – University of Texas System Series 2014 5.00%, 07/01/2041 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 4,000 | | | | 4,011,092 | |
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Port Authority of Houston of Harris County Texas Series 2021 5.00%, 10/01/2027 | | $ | 1,065 | | | $ | 1,170,796 | |
Port Beaumont Navigation District (Jefferson Railport Terminal II LLC) Series 2020 3.625%, 01/01/2035(a) | | | 240 | | | | 191,268 | |
Series 2021 2.00%, 01/01/2027(a) | | | 550 | | | | 485,210 | |
Spring Independent School District Series 2021 5.00%, 08/15/2027 | | | 1,430 | | | | 1,568,140 | |
Tarrant County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. (CHRISTUS Health Obligated Group) Series 2018-A 5.00%, 07/01/2030 | | | 2,465 | | | | 2,711,342 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2031 | | | 10,940 | | | | 12,013,176 | |
Tarrant County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. (Edgemere Retirement Senior Quality Lifestyles Corp.) Series 2015-A 5.00%, 11/15/2025(b)(c) | | | 1,105 | | | | 442,000 | |
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| | | | | | | 98,779,746 | |
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Utah – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
City of Salt Lake City UT Airport Revenue Series 2021-A 4.00%, 07/01/2038 | | | 4,635 | | | | 4,529,891 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2040 | | | 2,915 | | | | 2,823,267 | |
Military Installation Development Authority Series 2021-A 4.00%, 06/01/2041 | | | 1,000 | | | | 803,811 | |
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| | | | | | | 8,156,969 | |
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Virginia – 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Align Affordable Housing Bond Fund LP (Park Landing LP) Series 2022-2 5.66%, 08/01/2052 | | | 1,499 | | | | 1,435,189 | |
Halifax County Industrial Development Authority (Virginia Electric and Power Co.) Series 2022 1.65%, 12/01/2041 | | | 5,000 | | | | 4,848,429 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Hampton Roads Transportation Accountability Commission Series 2021-A 5.00%, 07/01/2026 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | $ | 2,685 | | | $ | 2,871,639 | |
Virginia Public Building Authority (Virginia Public Building Authority State Lease) Series 2020-B 5.00%, 08/01/2023 | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,021,328 | |
Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (Pure Salmon Virginia, LLC) Series 2022 3.50%, 11/01/2052 | | | 4,000 | | | | 3,988,390 | |
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| | | | | | | 18,164,975 | |
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Washington – 4.5% | | | | | | | | |
City of Seattle WA Water System Revenue Series 2017 5.00%, 08/01/2023 | | | 4,020 | | | | 4,037,950 | |
Energy Northwest (Bonneville Power Administration) Series 2016 5.00%, 07/01/2025 | | | 19,925 | | | | 20,856,922 | |
Series 2021-A 4.00%, 07/01/2042 | | | 1,000 | | | | 998,987 | |
Port of Seattle WA Series 2013 5.00%, 07/01/2024 | | | 4,820 | | | | 4,829,874 | |
Series 2019 5.00%, 04/01/2033 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,176,321 | |
5.00%, 04/01/2034 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,085,358 | |
Series 2021 4.00%, 08/01/2040 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,923,339 | |
4.00%, 08/01/2041 | | | 11,380 | | | | 10,855,088 | |
5.00%, 08/01/2023 | | | 1,165 | | | | 1,167,881 | |
Series 2022 5.00%, 08/01/2024 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,032,380 | |
Spokane County School District No. 81 Spokane Series 2012 3.00%, 12/01/2031 | | | 5,000 | | | | 4,935,585 | |
State of Washington Series 2015-R 5.00%, 07/01/2026 | | | 13,325 | | | | 13,775,749 | |
University of Washington Series 2022-B 2.787%, 07/01/2033 | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,185,532 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Washington Economic Development Finance Authority (Mura Cascade ELP LLC) Series 2022 3.90%, 12/01/2042(a) | | $ | 12,400 | | | $ | 12,363,606 | |
Washington State Convention Center Public Facilities District (Washington State Convention Center Public Facilities District Hotel Occupancy Tax) Series 2021 4.00%, 07/01/2031 | | | 1,600 | | | | 1,544,970 | |
Washington State Housing Finance Commission (Presbyterian Retirement Communities Northwest Obligated Group) Series 2016 5.00%, 01/01/2036(a) | | | 2,125 | | | | 1,757,607 | |
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| | | | | | | 86,527,149 | |
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West Virginia – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
City of South Charleston WV (City of South Charleston WV South Charleston Park Place Excise Tax District) Series 2022 4.25%, 06/01/2042(a) | | | 1,185 | | | | 939,562 | |
Tobacco Settlement Finance Authority/WV Series 2020 4.875%, 06/01/2049 | | | 2,600 | | | | 2,353,123 | |
West Virginia Economic Development Authority (Arch Resources, Inc.) Series 2021 4.125%, 07/01/2045 | | | 265 | | | | 260,817 | |
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| | | | | | | 3,553,502 | |
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Wisconsin – 2.8% | | | | | | | | |
St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin Series 2021 5.00%, 09/30/2041(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 755,057 | |
State of Wisconsin Series 2015-A 5.00%, 05/01/2029 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 9,570 | | | | 9,570,000 | |
Series 2021-2 5.00%, 05/01/2026 | | | 5,850 | | | | 6,251,709 | |
UMA Education, Inc. Series 2019 5.00%, 10/01/2023(a) | | | 150 | | | | 150,189 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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5.00%, 10/01/2025(a) | | $ | 555 | | | $ | 556,100 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2026(a) | | | 590 | | | | 591,258 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2027(a) | | | 610 | | | | 610,691 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2028(a) | | | 335 | | | | 334,985 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2029(a) | | | 155 | | | | 154,741 | |
Wisconsin Department of Transportation Series 2013-1 5.00%, 07/01/2023 | | | 5,500 | | | | 5,516,075 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2024 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 6,500 | | | | 6,518,251 | |
Wisconsin Health & Educational Facilities Authority (Advocate Aurora Health Obligated Group) Series 2023 5.00%, 08/15/2054 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,115,140 | |
Wisconsin Housing & Economic Development Authority (Roers Sun Prairie Apartments Owner LLC) Series 2022 4.625%, 03/15/2040(a) | | | 280 | | | | 242,322 | |
Series 2022-A 3.875%, 12/01/2039(a) | | | 1,285 | | | | 1,104,389 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority Series 2022 4.00%, 04/01/2032(a) | | | 860 | | | | 817,144 | |
4.00%, 04/01/2032 (Pre-refunded/ETM)(a) | | | 15 | | | | 15,992 | |
5.00%, 02/01/2042 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,027,910 | |
5.50%, 02/01/2042(a) | | | 3,100 | | | | 3,056,332 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Appalachian Regional Healthcare System Obligated Group) Series 2021 5.00%, 07/01/2035 | | | 300 | | | | 322,872 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2036 | | | 350 | | | | 372,711 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2038 | | | 375 | | | | 392,379 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Catholic Bishop of Chicago (The)) Series 2021 5.75%, 07/25/2041(a) | | | 5,000 | | | | 4,555,612 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (National Senior Communities, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2022 4.00%, 01/01/2042 | | | 1,375 | | | | 1,236,904 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Queens University of Charlotte) Series 2022 5.25%, 03/01/2042 | | $ | 3,000 | | | $ | 3,048,153 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Renown Regional Medical Center) Series 2020 4.00%, 06/01/2035 | | | 1,220 | | | | 1,209,719 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Samaritan Housing Foundation Obligated Group) Series 2021-B 2.25%, 06/01/2027(a) | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,388,164 | |
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| | | | | | | 52,914,799 | |
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Total Long-Term Municipal Bonds (cost $1,806,786,177) | | | | | | | 1,725,169,246 | |
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Short-Term Municipal Notes – 1.8% | | | | | | | | |
Massachusetts – 0.9% | | | | | | | | |
Massachusetts Transportation Trust Fund Metropolitan Highway System Revenue Series 2022-A 3.91%, 01/01/2037(g) | | | 17,925 | | | | 17,925,000 | |
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New York – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Build NYC Resource Corp. (Asia Society (The)) Series 2015 3.88%, 04/01/2045(g) | | | 4,565 | | | | 4,565,000 | |
City of New York NY Series 2016 3.93%, 08/01/2044(g) | | | 3,650 | | | | 3,650,000 | |
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| | | | | | | 8,215,000 | |
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Ohio – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Columbus Regional Airport Authority Series 2006 3.85%, 12/01/2036(g) | | | 840 | | | | 840,000 | |
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Oregon – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Oregon State Facilities Authority (PeaceHealth Obligated Group) Series 2018-A 2.75%, 08/01/2034(g) | | | 2,800 | | | | 2,800,000 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Texas – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Harris County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. Series B-2 3.00%, 05/02/2023 | | $ | 4,100 | | | $ | 4,099,403 | |
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Total Short-Term Municipal Notes (cost $33,880,000) | | | | | | | 33,879,403 | |
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Total Municipal Obligations (cost $1,840,666,177) | | | | | | | 1,759,048,649 | |
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COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES – 1.4% | | | | | | | | |
Agency CMBS – 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
California Housing Finance Agency Series 2021-1, Class A 3.50%, 11/20/2035 | | | 969 | | | | 917,815 | |
Series 2021-2, Class A 3.75%, 03/25/2035 | | | 4,898 | | | | 4,829,710 | |
Series 2021-2, Class X 0.844%, 03/25/2035(h) | | | 2,452 | | | | 129,635 | |
Series 2021-3, Class A 3.25%, 08/20/2036 | | | 1,957 | | | | 1,785,944 | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Multifamily VRD Certificates Series 2021-ML10, Class ACA 2.046%, 06/25/2038 | | | 980 | | | | 772,879 | |
Series 2021-ML12, Class AUS 2.34%, 07/25/2041(a) | | | 2,469 | | | | 1,959,223 | |
Series 2022-ML13, Class XCA 0.959%, 07/25/2036(h) | | | 1,188 | | | | 69,797 | |
Series 2022-ML13, Class XUS 1.003%, 09/25/2036(h) | | | 2,086 | | | | 148,687 | |
Washington State Housing Finance Commission Series 2021-1, Class A 3.50%, 12/20/2035 | | | 972 | | | | 912,442 | |
Series 2021-1, Class X 0.726%, 12/20/2035(h) | | | 973 | | | | 47,385 | |
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| | | | | | | 11,573,517 | |
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Non-Agency Fixed Rate CMBS – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
National Finance Authority Series 2022-2, Class X 0.696%, 10/01/2036(h) | | | 4,965 | | | | 251,516 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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New Hampshire Business Finance Authority Series 2020-1, Class A 4.125%, 01/20/2034 | | $ | 1,481 | | | $ | 1,450,367 | |
Series 2022-1, Class A 4.375%, 09/20/2036 | | | 9,896 | | | | 9,746,067 | |
Series 2022-2, Class A 4.00%, 10/20/2036 | | | 4,965 | | | | 4,722,171 | |
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| | | | | | | 16,170,121 | |
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Total Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (cost $29,862,166) | | | | | | | 27,743,638 | |
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CORPORATES - INVESTMENT GRADE – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Capital Goods – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Caterpillar Financial Services Corp. 5.071% (SOFR + 0.27%), 09/13/2024(d) | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,482,100 | |
John Deere Capital Corp. 4.957% (SOFR + 0.12%), 07/10/2023(d) | | | 1,435 | | | | 1,432,891 | |
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| | | | | | | 3,914,991 | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Baylor Scott & White Holdings Series 2021 0.827%, 11/15/2025 | | | 1,000 | | | | 903,690 | |
1.777%, 11/15/2030 | | | 1,000 | | | | 818,310 | |
Hackensack Meridian Health, Inc. Series 2020 2.675%, 09/01/2041 | | | 1,790 | | | | 1,293,597 | |
Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana Series 2021 2.51%, 05/15/2031 | | | 2,300 | | | | 1,730,451 | |
Sutter Health Series 20A 3.161%, 08/15/2040 | | | 1,000 | | | | 767,620 | |
UPMC Series D-1 3.60%, 04/03/2025 | | | 5,600 | | | | 5,467,168 | |
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| | | | | | | 10,980,836 | |
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Total Corporates – Investment Grade (cost $16,859,947) | | | | | | | 14,895,827 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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CORPORATES - NON-INVESTMENT GRADE – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Financial Institutions – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Banking – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
UMB Financial Corp. 10.00%, 01/01/2049(i)(j) | | $ | 145 | | | $ | 145,250 | |
10.00%, 01/01/2049(i)(j) | | | 104 | | | | 103,823 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 249,073 | |
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Industrial – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Communications - Media – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
CCO Holdings LLC/CCO Holdings Capital Corp. 4.25%, 01/15/2034(a) | | | 1,933 | | | | 1,479,886 | |
DISH DBS Corp. 5.25%, 12/01/2026(a) | | | 959 | | | | 731,966 | |
5.75%, 12/01/2028(a) | | | 996 | | | | 709,919 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,921,771 | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Medline Borrower LP 3.875%, 04/01/2029(a) | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,749,580 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,671,351 | |
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Total Corporates – Non-Investment Grade (cost $6,135,739) | | | | | | | 4,920,424 | |
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GOVERNMENTS - TREASURIES – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
United States – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Notes 2.625%, 02/15/2029(k) (cost $4,999,344) | | | 5,000 | | | | 4,754,687 | |
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COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Risk Share Floating Rate – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Structured Agency Credit Risk Debt Notes Series 2013-DN2, Class M2 9.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.25%), 11/25/2023(d) | | | 101 | | | | 102,933 | |
Series 2014-DN3, Class M3 9.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 08/25/2024(d) | | | 31 | | | | 31,861 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association Connecticut Avenue Securities Series 2014-C03, Class 2M2 7.92% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.90%), 07/25/2024(d) | | | 43 | | | | 43,553 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Series 2015-C02, Class 1M2 9.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 05/25/2025(d) | | $ | 50 | | | $ | 51,843 | |
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Total Collateralized Mortgage Obligations (cost $223,586) | | | | | | | 230,190 | |
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| | Shares | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS – 2.9% | | | | | | | | |
Investment Companies – 2.9% | | | | | | | | |
AB Fixed Income Shares, Inc. – Government Money Market Portfolio – Class AB, 4.74%(l)(m)(n) (cost $54,637,775) | | | 54,637,775 | | | | 54,637,775 | |
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Total Investments – 97.6% (cost $1,953,384,734) | | | | | | | 1,866,231,190 | |
Other assets less liabilities – 2.4% | | | | | | | 45,553,447 | |
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Net Assets – 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 1,911,784,637 | |
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CENTRALLY CLEARED CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
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Description | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Buy Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CDX-NAHY Series 40, 5 Year Index, 06/20/2028* | | | 5.00 | % | | | Quarterly | | | | 4.65 | % | | | USD | | | | 10,200 | | | $ | (200,960 | ) | | $ | (22,064 | ) | | $ | (178,896 | ) |
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CENTRALLY CLEARED INFLATION (CPI) SWAPS (see Note D)
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| | | Rate Type | | | | |
Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | | Payments made by the Fund | | | Payments received by the Fund | | | Payment Frequency Paid/ Received | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
USD | | | 15,000 | | | | 04/29/2024 | | | | 2.765% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | $ | 1,229,189 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 1,229,189 | |
USD | | | 30,000 | | | | 08/06/2024 | | | | 2.815% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 1,934,157 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,934,157 | |
USD | | | 20,000 | | | | 11/02/2024 | | | | 3.310% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 760,891 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 760,891 | |
USD | | | 25,000 | | | | 11/19/2024 | | | | 3.695% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 647,977 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 647,977 | |
USD | | | 40,000 | | | | 11/24/2024 | | | | 3.469% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 1,307,203 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,307,203 | |
USD | | | 5,345 | | | | 01/15/2025 | | | | 2.565% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 483,697 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 483,697 | |
USD | | | 2,673 | | | | 01/15/2025 | | | | 2.585% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 239,746 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 239,746 | |
USD | | | 2,672 | | | | 01/15/2025 | | | | 2.613% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 236,703 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 236,703 | |
USD | | | 148,000 | | | | 01/15/2026 | | | | 3.508% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 6,081,569 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 6,081,569 | |
USD | | | 135,000 | | | | 01/15/2026 | | | | 3.580% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 5,038,828 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 5,038,828 | |
USD | | | 30,000 | | | | 08/06/2026 | | | | 2.689% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 1,888,835 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,888,835 | |
USD | | | 25,000 | | | | 10/04/2026 | | | | 2.725% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 1,266,283 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,266,283 | |
USD | | | 15,000 | | | | 11/24/2026 | | | | 3.176% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 408,171 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 408,171 | |
USD | | | 74,000 | | | | 01/15/2028 | | | | 3.232% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 3,016,339 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,016,339 | |
USD | | | 19,310 | | | | 01/15/2028 | | | | 1.230% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 3,459,291 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,459,291 | |
USD | | | 14,770 | | | | 01/15/2028 | | | | 0.735% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 3,181,201 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,181,201 | |
USD | | | 25,000 | | | | 10/04/2028 | | | | 2.661% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 1,292,981 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,292,981 | |
USD | | | 12,000 | | | | 08/29/2029 | | | | 1.748% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 1,863,443 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,863,443 | |
USD | | | 4,825 | | | | 01/15/2030 | | | | 1.572% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 826,380 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 826,380 | |
USD | | | 4,825 | | | | 01/15/2030 | | | | 1.587% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 819,657 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 819,657 | |
USD | | | 1,670 | | | | 01/15/2030 | | | | 1.714% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 263,870 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 263,870 | |
USD | | | 1,670 | | | | 01/15/2030 | | | | 1.731% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 261,200 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 261,200 | |
USD | | | 7,850 | | | | 01/15/2031 | | | | 2.782% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 511,699 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 511,699 | |
USD | | | 6,150 | | | | 01/15/2031 | | | | 2.680% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 463,470 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 463,470 | |
USD | | | 15,000 | | | | 12/02/2035 | | | | 2.074% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 2,191,075 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,191,075 | |
USD | | | 25,000 | | | | 04/01/2036 | | | | 2.438% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 2,293,263 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,293,263 | |
USD | | | 32,000 | | | | 04/29/2036 | | | | 2.503% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 2,584,981 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,584,981 | |
USD | | | 10,000 | | | | 05/01/2036 | | | | 2.510% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 795,966 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 795,966 | |
USD | | | 10,000 | | | | 08/03/2036 | | | | 2.488% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 689,943 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 689,943 | |
USD | | | 20,000 | | | | 08/06/2036 | | | | 2.440% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 1,495,612 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,495,612 | |
USD | | | 40,000 | | | | 10/04/2036 | | | | 2.510% | | | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | 2,189,873 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,189,873 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 49,723,493 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 49,723,493 | |
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# | Variable interest rate based on the rate of inflation as determined by the Consumer Price Index (CPI). |
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CENTRALLY CLEARED INTEREST RATE SWAPS (see Note D)
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| | | Rate Type | | | | |
Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | | Payments made by the Fund | | | Payments received by the Fund | | | Payment Frequency Paid/ Received | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
USD | | | 80,600 | | | | 01/15/2027 | | |
| 1 Day SOFR | | | | 3.744% | | | Annual | | $ | 492,155 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 492,155 | |
USD | | | 5,700 | | | | 01/15/2027 | | |
| 1 Day SOFR | | | | 3.746% | | | Annual | | | 35,119 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 35,119 | |
USD | | | 30,000 | | | | 04/20/2028 | | |
| 1 Day SOFR | | | | 3.394% | | | Annual | | | 69,681 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 69,681 | |
USD | | | 70,000 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | | 1.254% | | |
| 1 Day SOFR | | | Annual | | | 10,551,226 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 10,551,226 | |
USD | | | 55,000 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | | 2.677% | | |
| 1 Day SOFR | | | Annual | | | 2,210,964 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,210,964 | |
USD | | | 37,000 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | | 2.316% | | |
| 1 Day SOFR | | | Annual | | | 2,523,817 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,523,817 | |
USD | | | 20,000 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | | 1.658% | | |
| 1 Day SOFR | | | Annual | | | 2,387,573 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,387,573 | |
USD | | | 20,000 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | | 1.862% | | |
| 1 Day SOFR | | | Annual | | | 2,073,810 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,073,810 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 20,344,345 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 20,344,345 | |
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CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
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Swap Counterparty & Referenced Obligation | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Sale Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | % | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | % | | | USD | | | | 39 | | | $ | (8,149 | ) | | $ | (3,635 | ) | | $ | (4,514 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 342 | | | | (70,632 | ) | | | (40,647 | ) | | | (29,985 | ) |
Credit Suisse International | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 23 | | | | (4,725 | ) | | | (2,637 | ) | | | (2,088 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 22 | | | | (4,489 | ) | | | (2,021 | ) | | | (2,468 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 270 | | | | (55,632 | ) | | | (25,075 | ) | | | (30,557 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 405 | | | | (83,625 | ) | | | (36,724 | ) | | | (46,901 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 696 | | | | (143,627 | ) | | | (79,626 | ) | | | (64,001 | ) |
Goldman Sachs International | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 132 | | | | (27,285 | ) | | | (15,636 | ) | | | (11,649 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 351 | | | | (72,522 | ) | | | (30,913 | ) | | | (41,609 | ) |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (470,686 | ) | | $ | (236,914 | ) | | $ | (233,772 | ) |
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INFLATION (CPI) SWAPS (see Note D)
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| | | | | | | | | | | Rate Type | | | | | | | | | | | |
Swap Counterparty | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | | Payments made by the Fund | | Payments received by the Fund | | Payment Frequency Paid/ Received | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Bank of America, NA | | | USD | | | | 86,000 | | | | 01/15/2027 | | | 3.600% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | $ | 2,140,214 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 2,140,214 | |
Bank of America, NA | | | USD | | | | 25,000 | | | | 02/02/2032 | | | 2.403% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 2,225,334 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,225,334 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | | USD | | | | 25,000 | | | | 08/07/2024 | | | 2.573% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 460,247 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 460,247 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | | USD | | | | 19,000 | | | | 05/05/2025 | | | 2.125% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 1,906,247 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,906,247 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | | USD | | | | 20,000 | | | | 06/06/2032 | | | 2.145% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 2,590,347 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,590,347 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | | USD | | | | 14,000 | | | | 09/01/2032 | | | 2.128% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 1,894,068 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,894,068 | |
Barclays Bank PLC | | | USD | | | | 22,000 | | | | 08/29/2033 | | | 2.368% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 2,010,976 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,010,976 | |
Citibank, NA | | | USD | | | | 47,000 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | 2.533% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 576,766 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 576,766 | |
Citibank, NA | | | USD | | | | 30,000 | | | | 10/29/2023 | | | 2.524% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 933,147 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 933,147 | |
Citibank, NA | | | USD | | | | 30,000 | | | | 09/19/2024 | | | 2.070% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 3,399,939 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,399,939 | |
Citibank, NA | | | USD | | | | 25,000 | | | | 07/03/2025 | | | 2.351% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 2,118,730 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,118,730 | |
Citibank, NA | | | USD | | | | 12,000 | | | | 11/05/2033 | | | 2.273% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 1,289,562 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,289,562 | |
Citibank, NA | | | USD | | | | 35,000 | | | | 02/15/2041 | | | 2.888% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | (1,309,949 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (1,309,949 | ) |
Citibank, NA | | | USD | | | | 13,000 | | | | 02/15/2041 | | | 2.744% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | (152,931 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (152,931 | ) |
Deutsche Bank AG | | | USD | | | | 25,000 | | | | 09/02/2025 | | | 1.880% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 3,060,364 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,060,364 | |
Goldman Sachs International | | | USD | | | | 400,000 | | | | 04/15/2024 | | | 5.207% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 3,561,528 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,561,528 | |
Goldman Sachs International | | | USD | | | | 57,000 | | | | 04/15/2024 | | | 4.308% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 2,118,919 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,118,919 | |
Goldman Sachs International | | | USD | | | | 39,000 | | | | 01/15/2027 | | | 3.534% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 1,133,561 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,133,561 | |
Goldman Sachs International | | | USD | | | | 18,000 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | 2.994% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 611,474 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 611,474 | |
Goldman Sachs International | | | USD | | | | 20,000 | | | | 02/15/2041 | | | 2.890% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | (757,599 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (757,599 | ) |
Goldman Sachs International | | | USD | | | | 15,000 | | | | 02/15/2041 | | | 2.815% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | (364,371 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (364,371 | ) |
Goldman Sachs International | | | USD | | | | 14,000 | | | | 02/15/2041 | | | 2.380% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 707,132 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 707,132 | |
Goldman Sachs International | | | USD | | | | 7,000 | | | | 02/15/2041 | | | 2.413% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 315,768 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 315,768 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD | | | | 1,400 | | | | 06/30/2026 | | | 2.890% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | (104,719 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (104,719 | ) |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD | | | | 3,300 | | | | 07/21/2026 | | | 2.935% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | (282,161 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (282,161 | ) |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD | | | | 2,400 | | | | 10/03/2026 | | | 2.485% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 13,222 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 13,222 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD | | | | 5,400 | | | | 11/14/2026 | | | 2.488% | | CPI# | | Maturity | | | 22,329 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 22,329 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | Rate Type | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Swap Counterparty | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | | Payments made by the Fund | | | Payments received by the Fund | | | Payment Frequency Paid/ Received | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD | | | | 4,850 | | | | 12/23/2026 | | | | 2.484% | | | | CPI# | | | | Maturity | | | $ | 36,426 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 36,426 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD | | | | 13,000 | | | | 03/01/2027 | | | | 2.279% | | | | CPI# | | | | Maturity | | | | 1,240,234 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,240,234 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD | | | | 10,000 | | | | 07/03/2028 | | | | 2.356% | | | | CPI# | | | | Maturity | | | | 895,852 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 895,852 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD | | | | 25,000 | | | | 11/05/2028 | | | | 2.234% | | | | CPI# | | | | Maturity | | | | 2,578,265 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,578,265 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD | | | | 18,000 | | | | 04/17/2030 | | | | 2.378% | | | | CPI# | | | | Maturity | | | | 1,595,668 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,595,668 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD | | | | 29,000 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | | 2.944% | | | | CPI# | | | | Maturity | | | | 1,146,217 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,146,217 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | USD | | | | 24,000 | | | | 11/17/2032 | | | | 2.183% | | | | CPI# | | | | Maturity | | | | 2,996,699 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,996,699 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC | | | USD | | | | 5,000 | | | | 08/15/2026 | | | | 2.885% | | | | CPI# | | | | Maturity | | | | (371,352 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (371,352 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 40,236,153 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 40,236,153 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
# | Variable interest rate based on the rate of inflation as determined by the Consumer Price Index (CPI). |
INTEREST RATE SWAPS (see Note D)
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| | | Rate Type | | | |
Swap Counterparty | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | | Payments made by the Fund | | Payments received by the Fund | | Payment Frequency Paid/ Received | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Citibank, NA | | | USD | | | | 11,075 | | | | 10/09/2029 | | | 1.125% | | SIFMA* | | Quarterly | | $ | 1,041,558 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 1,041,558 | |
* | Variable interest rate based on the Securities Industry & Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) Municipal Swap Index. |
(a) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities are considered restricted, but liquid and may be resold in transactions exempt from registration. At April 30, 2023, the aggregate market value of these securities amounted to $120,684,239 or 6.3% of net assets. |
(b) | Non-income producing security. |
(d) | Floating Rate Security. Stated interest/floor/ceiling rate was in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(e) | When-Issued or delayed delivery security. |
(f) | Coupon rate adjusts periodically based upon a predetermined schedule. Stated interest rate in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(g) | Variable Rate Demand Notes are instruments whose interest rates change on a specific date (such as coupon date or interest payment date) or whose interest rates vary with changes in a designated base rate (such as the prime interest rate). This instrument is payable on demand and is secured by letters of credit or other credit support agreements from major banks. |
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(i) | Security in which significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) were used in determining fair value. |
(j) | Fair valued by the Adviser. |
(k) | Position, or a portion thereof, has been segregated to collateralize OTC derivatives outstanding. |
(l) | Affiliated investments. |
(m) | The rate shown represents the 7-day yield as of period end. |
(n) | To obtain a copy of the fund's shareholder report, please go to the Securities and Exchange Commission's website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227-4618. |
As of April 30, 2023, the Fund's percentages of investments in municipal bonds that are insured and in insured municipal bonds that have been pre-refunded or escrowed to maturity are 2.3% and 0.0%, respectively.
Glossary:
ACA – ACA Financial Guaranty Corporation
AGC – Assured Guaranty Corporation
AGM – Assured Guaranty Municipal
CDX-CMBX.NA – North American Commercial Mortgage-Backed Index
CDX-NAHY – North American High Yield Credit Default Swap Index
CMBS – Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities
COP – Certificate of Participation
CPI – Consumer Price Index
ETM – Escrowed to Maturity
FHLMC – Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
LIBOR – London Interbank Offered Rate
MUNIPSA – SIFMA Municipal Swap Index
NATL – National Interstate Corporation
SOFR – Secured Overnight Financing Rate
SRF – State Revolving Fund
UPMC – University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
XLCA – XL Capital Assurance Inc.
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
| | | | |
Assets | |
Investments in securities, at value | |
Unaffiliated issuers (cost $1,898,746,959) | | $ | 1,811,593,415 | |
Affiliated issuers (cost $54,637,775) | | | 54,637,775 | |
Cash collateral due from broker | | | 32,793,304 | |
Unrealized appreciation on inflation swaps | | | 43,579,235 | |
Interest receivable | | | 23,855,309 | |
Receivable for capital stock sold | | | 3,160,984 | |
Unrealized appreciation on interest rate swaps | | | 1,041,558 | |
Affiliated dividends receivable | | | 67,530 | |
Receivable for investment securities sold | | | 65,262 | |
| | | | |
Total assets | | | 1,970,794,372 | |
| | | | |
Liabilities | |
Due to custodian | | | 44,618 | |
Cash collateral due to broker | | | 34,834,394 | |
Payable for investment securities purchased | | | 16,352,087 | |
Unrealized depreciation on inflation swaps | | | 3,343,082 | |
Payable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 1,561,544 | |
Payable for capital stock redeemed | | | 1,231,780 | |
Advisory fee payable | | | 616,363 | |
Market value on credit default swaps (net premiums received $236,914) | | | 470,686 | |
Distribution fee payable | | | 104,177 | |
Administrative fee payable | | | 30,356 | |
Transfer Agent fee payable | | | 25,903 | |
Directors’ fees payable | | | 5,462 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 389,283 | |
| | | | |
Total liabilities | | | 59,009,735 | |
| | | | |
Net Assets | | $ | 1,911,784,637 | |
| | | | |
Composition of Net Assets | |
Capital stock, at par | | $ | 180,657 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 1,980,869,259 | |
Accumulated loss | | | (69,265,279 | ) |
| | | | |
Net Assets | | $ | 1,911,784,637 | |
| | | | |
Net Asset Value Per Share—30 billion shares of capital stock authorized, $.001 par value
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Class | | Net Assets | | | Shares Outstanding | | | Net Asset Value | |
| |
A | | $ | 216,594,089 | | | | 20,415,231 | | | $ | 10.61 | * |
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C | | $ | 22,675,937 | | | | 2,140,217 | | | $ | 10.60 | |
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Advisor | | $ | 771,165,108 | | | | 72,632,114 | | | $ | 10.62 | |
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1 | | $ | 583,163,617 | | | | 55,312,161 | | | $ | 10.54 | |
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2 | | $ | 318,185,886 | | | | 30,156,942 | | | $ | 10.55 | |
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* | The maximum offering price per share for Class A shares was $10.94 which reflects a sales charge of 3.00%. |
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
| | | | | | | | |
Investment Income | |
Interest | | $ | 27,076,595 | | | | | |
Dividends—Affiliated issuers | | | 246,414 | | | $ | 27,323,009 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Expenses | |
Advisory fee (see Note B) | | | 5,088,054 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class A | | | 313,758 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class C | | | 122,027 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class 1 | | | 292,860 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class A | | | 72,029 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class C | | | 7,050 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Advisor Class | | | 247,014 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class 1 | | | 16,646 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class 2 | | | 8,955 | | | | | |
Registration fees | | | 129,410 | | | | | |
Custody and accounting | | | 111,407 | | | | | |
Administrative | | | 45,448 | | | | | |
Audit and tax | | | 43,786 | | | | | |
Printing | | | 37,914 | | | | | |
Legal | | | 29,609 | | | | | |
Directors’ fees | | | 24,028 | | | | | |
Miscellaneous | | | 25,771 | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total expenses before bank overdraft expense | | | 6,615,766 | | | | | |
Bank overdraft expense | | | 74,879 | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total expenses | | | 6,690,645 | | | | | |
Less: expenses waived and reimbursed by the Adviser (see Note B) | | | (805,148 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net expenses | | | | | | | 5,885,497 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | | | | | 21,437,512 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investment Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | | | | | | | | |
Investment transactions | | | | | | | (39,520,186 | ) |
Swaps | | | | | | | 11,151,010 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of: | | | | | | | | |
Investments | | | | | | | 144,324,225 | |
Swaps | | | | | | | (38,532,561 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Net gain on investment transactions | | | | | | | 77,422,488 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net Increase in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | $ | 98,860,000 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
| | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | $ | 21,437,512 | | | $ | 36,017,887 | |
Net realized loss on investment transactions | | | (28,369,176 | ) | | | (40,805,988 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments | | | 105,791,664 | | | | (154,403,003 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations | | | 98,860,000 | | | | (159,191,104 | ) |
Distributions to Shareholders | | | | | | | | |
Class A | | | (2,679,073 | ) | | | (4,564,616 | ) |
Class C | | | (166,184 | ) | | | (123,917 | ) |
Advisor Class | | | (10,177,949 | ) | | | (16,355,224 | ) |
Class 1 | | | (6,844,595 | ) | | | (8,507,777 | ) |
Class 2 | | | (3,829,258 | ) | | | (4,417,481 | ) |
Capital Stock Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) | | | (356,472,705 | ) | | | 370,480,605 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total increase (decrease) | | | (281,309,764 | ) | | | 177,320,486 | |
Net Assets | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 2,193,094,401 | | | | 2,015,773,915 | |
| | | | | | | | |
End of period | | $ | 1,911,784,637 | | | $ | 2,193,094,401 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
NOTE A
Significant Accounting Policies
AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 as an open-end management investment company. The Company, which is a Maryland corporation, operates as a series company comprised of 10 portfolios currently in operation. Each portfolio is considered to be a separate entity for financial reporting and tax purposes. This report relates only to the AB Municipal Bond Inflation Strategy (the “Fund”), a diversified portfolio. The Fund offers Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class 1 and Class 2 shares. Class 1 shares are sold only to the private clients of Sanford C. Bernstein & Co. LLC by its registered representatives. Class B, Class R, Class K, Class I and Class T shares have been authorized but currently are not offered. Class A shares are sold with a front-end sales charge of up to 3% for purchases not exceeding $500,000. With respect to purchases of $500,000 or more, Class A shares redeemed within one year of purchase may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1%. Class C shares are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1% on redemptions made within the first year after purchase, and 0% after the first year of purchase. Effective May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically convert to Class A shares eight years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Prior to May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically converted to Class A shares 10 years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Advisor Class and Class 2 shares are sold without an initial or contingent deferred sales charge and are not subject to ongoing distribution expenses. Class 1 shares are sold without an initial or contingent deferred sales charge, but are subject to ongoing distribution expenses. All 10 classes of shares have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights, except that the classes bear different distribution and transfer agency expenses. Each class has exclusive voting rights with respect to its distribution plan. The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The Fund is an investment company under U.S. GAAP and follows the accounting and reporting guidance applicable to investment companies. The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund.
1. Security Valuation
Portfolio securities are valued at market value determined on the basis of market quotations or, if market quotations are not readily available or are unreliable, at “fair value” as determined in accordance with procedures
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approved by and under the oversight of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Pursuant to these procedures, AllianceBernstein L.P. (the “Adviser”) serves as the Fund’s valuation designee pursuant to Rule 2a-5 of the 1940 Act. In this capacity, the Adviser is responsible, among other things, for making all fair value determinations relating to the Fund’s portfolio investments, subject to the Board’s oversight.
In general, the market values of securities which are readily available and deemed reliable are determined as follows: securities listed on a national securities exchange (other than securities listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market, Inc. (“NASDAQ”)) or on a foreign securities exchange are valued at the last sale price at the close of the exchange or foreign securities exchange. If there has been no sale on such day, the securities are valued at the last traded price from the previous day. Securities listed on more than one exchange are valued by reference to the principal exchange on which the securities are traded; securities listed only on NASDAQ are valued in accordance with the NASDAQ Official Closing Price; listed or over the counter (“OTC”) market put or call options are valued at the mid level between the current bid and ask prices. If either a current bid or current ask price is unavailable, the Adviser will have discretion to determine the best valuation (e.g., last trade price in the case of listed options); open futures are valued using the closing settlement price or, in the absence of such a price, the most recent quoted bid price. If there are no quotations available for the day of valuation, the last available closing settlement price is used; U.S. Government securities and any other debt instruments having 60 days or less remaining until maturity are generally valued at market by an independent pricing vendor, if a market price is available. If a market price is not available, the securities are valued at amortized cost. This methodology is commonly used for short term securities that have an original maturity of 60 days or less, as well as short term securities that had an original term to maturity that exceeded 60 days. In instances when amortized cost is utilized, the Valuation Committee (the “Committee”) must reasonably conclude that the utilization of amortized cost is approximately the same as the fair value of the security. Factors the Committee will consider include, but are not limited to, an impairment of the creditworthiness of the issuer or material changes in interest rates. Fixed-income securities, including mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, may be valued on the basis of prices provided by a pricing service or at a price obtained from one or more of the major broker-dealers. In cases where broker-dealer quotes are obtained, the Adviser may establish procedures whereby changes in market yields or spreads are used to adjust, on a daily basis, a recently obtained quoted price on a security. Swaps and other derivatives are valued daily, primarily using independent pricing services, independent pricing models using market inputs, as well as third party broker-dealers or
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counterparties. Open-end mutual funds are valued at the closing net asset value per share, while exchange traded funds are valued at the closing market price per share.
Securities for which market quotations are not readily available (including restricted securities) or are deemed unreliable are valued at fair value as deemed appropriate by the Adviser. Factors considered in making this determination may include, but are not limited to, information obtained by contacting the issuer, analysts, analysis of the issuer’s financial statements or other available documents. In addition, the Fund may use fair value pricing for securities primarily traded in non-U.S. markets because most foreign markets close well before the Fund values its securities at 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time. The earlier close of these foreign markets gives rise to the possibility that significant events, including broad market moves, may have occurred in the interim and may materially affect the value of those securities. To account for this, the Fund generally values many of its foreign equity securities using fair value prices based on third party vendor modeling tools to the extent available.
2. Fair Value Measurements
In accordance with U.S. GAAP regarding fair value measurements, fair value is defined as the price that the Fund would receive to sell an asset or pay to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. U.S. GAAP establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and a three-level hierarchy for fair value measurements based upon the transparency of inputs to the valuation of an asset or liability (including those valued based on their market values as described in Note A.1 above). Inputs may be observable or unobservable and refer broadly to the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. Observable inputs reflect the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on market data obtained from sources independent of the Fund. Unobservable inputs reflect the Fund’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on the best information available in the circumstances. Each investment is assigned a level based upon the observability of the inputs which are significant to the overall valuation. The three-tier hierarchy of inputs is summarized below.
| • | | Level 1—quoted prices in active markets for identical investments |
| • | | Level 2—other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar investments, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.) |
| • | | Level 3—significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments) |
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The fair value of debt instruments, such as bonds, and over-the-counter derivatives is generally based on market price quotations, recently executed market transactions (where observable) or industry recognized modeling techniques and are generally classified as Level 2. Pricing vendor inputs to Level 2 valuations may include quoted prices for similar investments in active markets, interest rates, coupon rates, yield curves, option adjusted spreads, default rates, credit spreads and other unique security features in order to estimate the relevant cash flows which is then discounted to calculate fair values. If these inputs are unobservable and significant to the fair value, these investments will be classified as Level 3.
Other fixed income investments, including non-U.S. government and corporate debt, are generally valued using quoted market prices, if available, which are typically impacted by current interest rates, maturity dates and any perceived credit risk of the issuer. Additionally, in the absence of quoted market prices, these inputs are used by pricing vendors to derive a valuation based upon industry or proprietary models which incorporate issuer specific data with relevant yield/spread comparisons with more widely quoted bonds with similar key characteristics. Those investments for which there are observable inputs are classified as Level 2. Where the inputs are not observable, the investments are classified as Level 3.
The following table summarizes the valuation of the Fund’s investments by the above fair value hierarchy levels as of April 30, 2023:
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Investments in Securities: | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Long-Term Municipal Bonds | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 1,725,169,246 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 1,725,169,246 | |
Short-Term Municipal Notes | | | – 0 | – | | | 33,879,403 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 33,879,403 | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities | | | – 0 | – | | | 27,743,638 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 27,743,638 | |
Corporates – Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | | 14,895,827 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 14,895,827 | |
Corporates – Non-Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,671,351 | | | | 249,073 | | | | 4,920,424 | |
Governments – Treasuries | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,754,687 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,754,687 | |
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations | | | – 0 | – | | | 230,190 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 230,190 | |
Short-Term Investments | | | 54,637,775 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 54,637,775 | |
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Total Investments in Securities | | | 54,637,775 | | | | 1,811,344,342 | | | | 249,073 | | | | 1,866,231,190 | |
Other Financial Instruments(a): | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Assets: | |
Centrally Cleared Inflation (CPI) Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 49,723,493 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 49,723,493 | (b) |
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Investments in Securities: | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swaps | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 20,344,345 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 20,344,345 | (b) |
Inflation (CPI) Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 43,579,235 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 43,579,235 | |
Interest Rate Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,041,558 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,041,558 | |
Liabilities: | |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (200,960 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (200,960 | )(b) |
Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (470,686 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (470,686 | ) |
Inflation (CPI) Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (3,343,082 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (3,343,082 | ) |
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Total | | $ | 54,637,775 | | | $ | 1,922,018,245 | | | $ | 249,073 | | | $ | 1,976,905,093 | |
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(a) | Other financial instruments are derivative instruments, such as futures, forwards and swaps, which are valued at the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on the instrument. Other financial instruments may also include swaps with upfront premiums, written options and written swaptions which are valued at market value. |
(b) | Only variation margin receivable (payable) at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. Where applicable, centrally cleared swaps with upfront premiums are presented here at market value. |
3. Taxes
It is the Fund’s policy to meet the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute all of its investment company taxable income and net realized gains, if any, to shareholders. Therefore, no provisions for federal income or excise taxes are required.
In accordance with U.S. GAAP requirements regarding accounting for uncertainties in income taxes, management has analyzed the Fund’s tax positions taken or expected to be taken on federal and state income tax returns for all open tax years (the current and the prior three tax years) and has concluded that no provision for income tax is required in the Fund’s financial statements.
4. Investment Income and Investment Transactions
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date or as soon as the Fund is informed of the dividend. Interest income is accrued daily. Investment transactions are accounted for on the date the securities are purchased or sold. Investment gains or losses are determined on the identified cost basis. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date at the fair value of the securities received. The Fund amortizes premiums and accretes original issue and market discounts as adjustments to interest income. The Fund accounts for distributions received from REIT investments or from regulated investment companies as dividend income, realized gain, or return of capital based on information provided by the REIT or the investment company.
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5. Class Allocations
All income earned and expenses incurred by the Fund are borne on a pro-rata basis by each outstanding class of shares, based on the proportionate interest in the Fund represented by the net assets of such class, except for class specific expenses which are allocated to the respective class. Expenses of the Company are charged proportionately to each fund or based on other appropriate methods. Realized and unrealized gains and losses are allocated among the various share classes based on respective net assets.
6. Dividends and Distributions
Dividends and distributions to shareholders, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gains distributions are determined in accordance with federal tax regulations and may differ from those determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on their federal tax basis treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
NOTE B
Advisory Fee and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Under the terms of the investment advisory agreement, the Fund pays the Adviser an advisory fee at an annual rate of .50% of the first $2.5 billion, .45% of the next $2.5 billion and .40% in excess of $5 billion, of the Fund’s average daily net assets. The fee is accrued daily and paid monthly. The Adviser has agreed to waive its fees and bear certain expenses to the extent necessary to limit total operating expenses (excluding extraordinary expenses, interest expense, and acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest) on an annual basis (the “Expense Caps”) to .75%, 1.50%, .50%, .60% and .50% of the daily average net assets for the Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class 1 and Class 2 shares, respectively. This fee waiver and/or expense reimbursement agreement will remain in effect until January 31, 2024 and then may be extended by the Adviser for additional one-year terms. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such reimbursements/waivers amounted to $799,068.
Pursuant to the investment advisory agreement, the Fund may reimburse the Adviser for certain legal and accounting services provided to the Fund by the Adviser. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the reimbursement for such services amounted to $45,448.
The Fund compensates AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. (“ABIS”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, under a Transfer Agency Agreement for providing personnel and facilities to perform transfer agency services for the Fund. ABIS may make payments to intermediaries that
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provide omnibus account services, sub-accounting services and/or networking services. Such compensation retained by ABIS amounted to $74,072 for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, serves as the distributor of the Fund’s shares. The Distributor has advised the Fund that it has retained front-end sales charges of $57 from the sale of Class A shares and received $9,146 and $3,101 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed upon redemptions by shareholders of Class A and Class C shares, respectively, for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
The Fund may invest in AB Government Money Market Portfolio (the “Government Money Market Portfolio”) which has a contractual annual advisory fee rate of .20% of the portfolio’s average daily net assets and bears its own expenses. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive .10% of the advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio (resulting in a net advisory fee of .10%) until August 31, 2023. In connection with the investment by the Fund in Government Money Market Portfolio, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of the effective advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio, as borne indirectly by the Fund as an acquired fund fee and expense. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such waiver amounted to $6,080.
A summary of the Fund’s transactions in AB mutual funds for the six months ended April 30, 2023 is as follows:
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Fund | | Market Value 10/31/22 (000) | | | Purchases at Cost (000) | | | Sales Proceeds (000) | | | Market Value 4/30/23 (000) | | | Dividend Income (000) | |
Government Money Market Portfolio | | $ | 10,358 | | | $ | 344,211 | | | $ | 299,931 | | | $ | 54,638 | | | $ | 246 | |
NOTE C
Distribution Services Agreement
The Fund has adopted a Distribution Services Agreement (the “Agreement”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Under the Agreement, the Fund pays distribution and servicing fees to the Distributor at an annual rate of up to .30% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares, 1% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C shares and .10% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class 1 shares. There are no distribution and servicing fees on the Advisor Class and Class 2 shares.
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Payments under the Agreement in respect of Class A shares are currently limited to an annual rate of .25% of Class A shares’ average daily net assets. The fees are accrued daily and paid monthly. The Agreement provides that the Distributor will use such payments in their entirety for distribution assistance and promotional activities. Since the commencement of the Fund’s operations, the Distributor has incurred expenses in excess of the distribution costs reimbursed by the Fund in the amount of $501,727 and $1,796,928 for Class C and Class 1 shares, respectively. While such costs may be recovered from the Fund in future periods so long as the Agreement is in effect, the rate of the distribution and servicing fees payable under the Agreement may not be increased without a shareholder vote. In accordance with the Agreement, there is no provision for recovery of unreimbursed distribution costs incurred by the Distributor beyond the current fiscal year for Class A shares. The Agreement also provides that the Adviser may use its own resources to finance the distribution of the Fund’s shares.
NOTE D
Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) for the six months ended April 30, 2023 were as follows:
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Investment securities (excluding U.S. government securities) | | $ | 253,951,125 | | | $ | 606,126,603 | |
U.S. government securities | | | 216,882 | | | | 30,000 | |
The cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was substantially the same as the cost for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, gross unrealized appreciation and unrealized depreciation are as follows:
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Gross unrealized appreciation | | $ | 124,140,067 | |
Gross unrealized depreciation | | | (100,360,730 | ) |
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Net unrealized appreciation | | $ | 23,779,337 | |
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1. Derivative Financial Instruments
The Fund may use derivatives in an effort to earn income and enhance returns, to replace more traditional direct investments, to obtain exposure to otherwise inaccessible markets (collectively, “investment purposes”), or to hedge or adjust the risk profile of its portfolio.
The principal type of derivative utilized by the Fund, as well as the methods in which they may be used are:
The Fund may enter into swaps to hedge its exposure to interest rates or credit risk. A swap is an agreement that obligates two parties to
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exchange a series of cash flows at specified intervals based upon or calculated by reference to changes in specified prices or rates for a specified amount of an underlying asset. The payment flows are usually netted against each other, with the difference being paid by one party to the other. In addition, collateral may be pledged or received by the Fund in accordance with the terms of the respective swaps to provide value and recourse to the Fund or its counterparties in the event of default, bankruptcy or insolvency by one of the parties to the swap.
Risks may arise as a result of the failure of the counterparty to the swap to comply with the terms of the swap. The loss incurred by the failure of a counterparty is generally limited to the net interim payment to be received by the Fund, and/or the termination value at the end of the contract. Therefore, the Fund considers the creditworthiness of each counterparty to a swap in evaluating potential counterparty risk. This risk is mitigated by having a netting arrangement between the Fund and the counterparty and by the posting of collateral by the counterparty to the Fund to cover the Fund’s exposure to the counterparty. Additionally, risks may arise from unanticipated movements in interest rates or in the value of the underlying securities. The Fund accrues for the interim payments on swaps on a daily basis, with the net amount recorded within unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of assets and liabilities, where applicable. Once the interim payments are settled in cash, the net amount is recorded as realized gain/(loss) on swaps on the statement of operations, in addition to any realized gain/(loss) recorded upon the termination of swaps. Upfront premiums paid or received for swaps are recognized as cost or proceeds on the statement of assets and liabilities and are amortized on a straight line basis over the life of the contract. Amortized upfront premiums are included in net realized gain/(loss) from swaps on the statement of operations. Fluctuations in the value of swaps are recorded as a component of net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of operations.
Certain standardized swaps, including certain interest rate swaps and credit default swaps, are (or soon will be) subject to mandatory central clearing. Cleared swaps are transacted through futures commission merchants (“FCMs”) that are members of central clearinghouses, with the clearinghouse serving as central counterparty, similar to transactions in futures contracts. Centralized clearing will be required for additional categories of swaps on a phased-in basis based on requirements published by the Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
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At the time the Fund enters into a centrally cleared swap, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the clearinghouse on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for centrally cleared swaps is generally less than non-centrally cleared swaps, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each centrally cleared swap, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Interest Rate Swaps:
The Fund is subject to interest rate risk exposure in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. Because the Fund holds fixed rate bonds, the value of these bonds may decrease if interest rates rise. To help hedge against this risk and to maintain its ability to generate income at prevailing market rates, the Fund may enter into interest rate swaps. Interest rate swaps are agreements between two parties to exchange cash flows based on a notional amount. The Fund may elect to pay a fixed rate and receive a floating rate, or, receive a fixed rate and pay a floating rate on a notional amount.
In addition, the Fund may also enter into interest rate swap transactions to preserve a return or spread on a particular investment or portion of its portfolio, or protecting against an increase in the price of securities the Fund anticipates purchasing at a later date. Interest rate swaps involve the exchange by the Fund with another party of their respective commitments to pay or receive interest (e.g., an exchange of floating rate payments for fixed rate payments) computed based on a contractually-based principal (or “notional”) amount. Interest rate swaps are entered into on a net basis (i.e., the two payment streams are netted out, with the Fund receiving or paying, as the case may be, only the net amount of the two payments).
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held interest rate swaps for hedging purposes.
Inflation (CPI) Swaps:
Inflation swap agreements are contracts in which one party agrees to pay the cumulative percentage increase in a price index (the
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Consumer Price Index with respect to CPI swaps) over the term of the swap (with some lag on the inflation index), and the other pays a compounded fixed rate. Inflation swaps may be used to protect the net asset value, or NAV, of a Fund against an unexpected change in the rate of inflation measured by an inflation index since the value of these agreements is expected to increase if there are unexpected inflation increases.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held inflation (CPI) swaps for hedging purposes.
Credit Default Swaps:
The Fund may enter into credit default swaps, including to manage its exposure to the market or certain sectors of the market, to reduce its risk exposure to defaults by corporate and sovereign issuers held by the Fund, or to create exposure to corporate or sovereign issuers to which it is not otherwise exposed. The Fund may purchase credit protection (“Buy Contract”) or provide credit protection (“Sale Contract”) on the referenced obligation of the credit default swap. During the term of the swap, the Fund receives/(pays) fixed payments from/(to) the respective counterparty, calculated at the agreed upon rate applied to the notional amount. If the Fund is a buyer/(seller) of protection and a credit event occurs, as defined under the terms of the swap, the Fund will either (i) receive from the seller/(pay to the buyer) of protection an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap (the “Maximum Payout Amount”) and deliver/(take delivery of) the referenced obligation or (ii) receive/(pay) a net settlement amount in the form of cash or securities equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the referenced obligation. In certain circumstances Maximum Payout Amounts may be partially offset by recovery values of the respective referenced obligations, upfront premium received upon entering into the agreement, or net amounts received from settlement of buy protection credit default swaps entered into by the Fund for the same referenced obligations with the same counterparty.
Credit default swaps may involve greater risks than if the Fund had invested in the referenced obligation directly. Credit default swaps are subject to general market risk, liquidity risk, counterparty risk and credit risk. If the Fund is a buyer of protection and no credit event occurs, it will lose the payments it made to its counterparty. If the Fund is a seller of protection and a credit event occurs, the value of the referenced obligation received by the Fund coupled with the periodic payments previously received, may be less than the Maximum Payout Amount it pays to the buyer, resulting in a net loss to the Fund.
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Implied credit spreads over U.S. Treasuries of comparable maturity utilized in determining the market value of credit default swaps on issuers as of period end are disclosed in the portfolio of investments. The implied spreads serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and typically reflect the likelihood of default by the issuer of the referenced obligation. The implied credit spread of a particular reference obligation also reflects the cost of buying/selling protection and may reflect upfront payments required to be made to enter into the agreement. Widening credit spreads typically represent a deterioration of the referenced obligation’s credit soundness and greater likelihood of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the agreement. A credit spread identified as “Defaulted” indicates a credit event has occurred for the referenced obligation.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held credit default swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The Fund typically enters into International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreements (“ISDA Master Agreement”) with its OTC derivative contract counterparties in order to, among other things, reduce its credit risk to OTC counterparties. ISDA Master Agreements include provisions for general obligations, representations, collateral and events of default or termination. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund typically may offset with the OTC counterparty certain derivative financial instruments’ payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment (close-out netting) in the event of default or termination. In the event of a default by an OTC counterparty, the return of collateral with market value in excess of the Fund’s net liability, held by the defaulting party, may be delayed or denied.
The Fund’s ISDA Master Agreements may contain provisions for early termination of OTC derivative transactions in the event the net assets of the Fund decline below specific levels (“net asset contingent features”). If these levels are triggered, the Fund’s OTC counterparty has the right to terminate such transaction and require the Fund to pay or receive a settlement amount in connection with the terminated transaction. If OTC derivatives were held at period end, please refer to netting arrangements by the OTC counterparty table below for additional details.
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During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund had entered into the following derivatives:
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Derivative Type | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
Credit contracts | | | | | | | | Payable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | $ | 178,896 | * |
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Interest rate contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | $ | 70,067,838 | * | | | | | | |
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Interest rate contracts | | Unrealized appreciation on interest rate swaps | | | 1,041,558 | | | | | | | |
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Interest rate contracts | | Unrealized appreciation on inflation swaps | | | 43,579,235 | | | Unrealized depreciation on inflation swaps | | | 3,343,082 | |
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Credit contracts | | | | | | | | Market value on credit default swaps | | | 470,686 | |
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Total | | | | $ | 114,688,631 | | | | | $ | 3,992,664 | |
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* | Only variation margin receivable/payable at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. |
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Derivative Type | | Location of Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives Within Statement of Operations | | Realized Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives | | | Change in Unrealized Appreciation or (Depreciation) | |
Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | $ | 11,046,756 | | | $ | (38,458,079 | ) |
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Credit contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | | 104,254 | | | | (74,482 | ) |
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Total | | | | $ | 11,151,010 | | | $ | (38,532,561 | ) |
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The following table represents the average monthly volume of the Fund’s derivative transactions during the six months ended April 30, 2023: |
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Interest Rate Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 11,075,000 | |
Inflation Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 1,041,014,286 | |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 269,700,000 | |
Centrally Cleared Inflation Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 1,087,045,714 | |
Credit Default Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 2,468,708 | |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount of buy contracts | | $ | 10,200,000 | (a) |
(a) | Positions were open for four months during the period. |
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the statement of assets and liabilities.
All OTC derivatives held at period end were subject to netting arrangements. The following table presents the Fund’s derivative assets and liabilities by OTC counterparty net of amounts available for offset under ISDA Master Agreements (“MA”) and net of the related collateral received/pledged by the Fund as of April 30, 2023. Exchange-traded derivatives and centrally cleared swaps are not subject to netting arrangements and as such are excluded from the table.
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Counterparty | | Derivative Assets Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Received* | | | Security Collateral Received* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Assets | |
Bank of America, NA | | $ | 4,365,548 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | (4,003,000 | ) | | $ | (362,548 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – |
Barclays Bank PLC | | | 8,861,885 | | | | – 0 | – | | | (8,861,885 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Citibank, NA/Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. | | | 9,359,702 | | | | (1,541,661 | ) | | | (7,818,041 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Deutsche Bank AG | | | 3,060,364 | | | | – 0 | – | | | (3,060,364 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Goldman Sachs International | | | 8,448,382 | | | | (1,221,777 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (7,222,735 | ) | | | 3,870 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | 10,524,912 | | | | (386,880 | ) | | | (10,138,032 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Total | | $ | 44,620,793 | | | $ | (3,150,318 | ) | | $ | (33,881,322 | ) | | $ | (7,585,283 | ) | | $ | 3,870 | ^ |
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Counterparty | | Derivative Liabilities Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Pledged* | | | Security Collateral Pledged* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities | |
Citibank, NA/Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. | | $ | 1,541,661 | | | $ | (1,541,661 | ) | | $ | – 0 – | | | $ | | | | $ | – 0 | – |
Credit Suisse International | | | 292,098 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 – | | | | (292,098 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
Goldman Sachs International | | | 1,221,777 | | | | (1,221,777 | ) | | | – 0 – | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA | | | 386,880 | | | | (386,880 | ) | | | – 0 – | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC | | | 371,352 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 – | | | | (371,352 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
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Total | | $ | 3,813,768 | | | $ | (3,150,318 | ) | | $ | – 0 – | | | $ | (663,450 | ) | | $ | 0 | ^ |
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* | The actual collateral received/pledged may be more than the amount reported due to over-collateralization. |
^ | Net amount represents the net receivable/payable that would be due from/to the counterparty in the event of default or termination. The net amount from OTC financial derivative instruments can only be netted across transactions governed under the same master agreement with the same counterparty. |
NOTE E
Capital Stock
Each class consists of 3,000,000,000 authorized shares. Transactions in capital shares for Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class 1 and Class 2 were as follows:
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class A | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 2,476,494 | | | | 20,786,123 | | | | | | | $ | 25,960,760 | | | $ | 227,190,213 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 156,307 | | | | 256,254 | | | | | | | | 1,637,043 | | | | 2,761,704 | | | | | |
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Shares converted from Class C | | | 15,495 | | | | 70,654 | | | | | | | | 163,281 | | | | 756,530 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (12,408,688 | ) | | | (23,990,159 | ) | | | | | | | (130,136,588 | ) | | | (257,236,835 | ) | | | | |
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Net decrease | | | (9,760,392 | ) | | | (2,877,128 | ) | | | | | | $ | (102,375,504 | ) | | $ | (26,528,388 | ) | | | | |
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class C | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 246,614 | | | | 1,491,246 | | | | | | | $ | 2,576,411 | | | $ | 16,249,698 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 12,451 | | | | 9,150 | | | | | | | | 130,446 | | | | 97,341 | | | | | |
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Shares converted to Class A | | | (15,514 | ) | | | (70,744 | ) | | | | | | | (163,281 | ) | | | (756,530 | ) | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (644,707 | ) | | | (711,491 | ) | | | | | | | (6,752,520 | ) | | | (7,556,918 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (401,156 | ) | | | 718,161 | | | | | | | $ | (4,208,944 | ) | | $ | 8,033,591 | | | | | |
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Advisor Class | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 18,273,757 | | | | 106,945,004 | | | | | | | $ | 192,009,708 | | | $ | 1,163,480,337 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 643,073 | | | | 1,005,972 | | | | | | | | 6,744,115 | | | | 10,820,742 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (38,854,802 | ) | | | (91,220,153 | ) | | | | | | | (408,426,591 | ) | | | (971,609,434 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (19,937,972 | ) | | | 16,730,823 | | | | | | | $ | (209,672,768 | ) | | $ | 202,691,645 | | | | | |
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Class 1 | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 4,722,760 | | | | 18,622,654 | | | | | | | $ | 49,430,473 | | | $ | 201,949,554 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 480,020 | | | | 595,910 | | | | | | | | 5,002,190 | | | | 6,366,894 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (8,258,256 | ) | | | (11,503,338 | ) | | | | | | | (86,419,113 | ) | | | (122,716,651 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (3,055,476 | ) | | | 7,715,226 | | | | | | | $ | (31,986,450 | ) | | $ | 85,599,797 | | | | | |
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Class 2 | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 1,649,291 | | | | 14,163,464 | | | | | | | $ | 17,342,205 | | | $ | 152,841,464 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 197,067 | | | | 257,519 | | | | | | | | 2,055,437 | | | | 2,754,756 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (2,646,704 | ) | | | (5,173,157 | ) | | | | | | | (27,626,681 | ) | | | (54,912,260 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | (800,346 | ) | | | 9,247,826 | | | | | | | $ | (8,229,039 | ) | | $ | 100,683,960 | | | | | |
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NOTE F
Risks Involved in Investing in the Fund
Market Risk—The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the bond market fluctuates. The value of the Fund’s investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
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Credit Risk—An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security. Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings tend to have a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations.
Municipal Market Risk—This is the risk that special factors may adversely affect the value of municipal securities and have a significant effect on the yield or value of the Fund’s investments in municipal securities. These factors include economic conditions, political or legislative changes, public health crises, uncertainties related to the tax status of municipal securities, and the rights of investors in these securities. To the extent that the Fund invests more of its assets in a particular state’s municipal securities, the Fund is vulnerable to events adversely affecting that state, including economic, political and regulatory occurrences, court decisions, terrorism, public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and catastrophic natural disasters, such as hurricanes, fires or earthquakes. For example, the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has significantly stressed the financial resources of many issuers of municipal securities, which could impair any such issuer’s ability to meet its financial obligations when due and adversely impact the value of its securities held by the Fund. As the full effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on state and local economies and on issuers of municipal securities are still uncertain, the financial difficulties of issuers of municipal securities may worsen, adversely affecting the performance of the Fund. The Fund’s investments in certain municipal securities with principal and interest payments that are made from the revenues of a specific project or facility, and not general tax revenues, may have increased risks. Factors affecting the project or facility, such as local business or economic conditions, could have a significant effect on the project’s ability to make payments of principal and interest on these securities.
In addition, changes in tax rates or the treatment of income from certain types of municipal securities, among other things, could negatively affect the municipal securities markets.
Interest-Rate Risk—Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this
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decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Duration Risk—Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk—This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities.
Derivatives Risk—Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Leverage Risk—When the Fund borrows money or otherwise leverages its investments, its performance may be volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments. The Fund may create leverage through the use of reverse repurchase arrangements, forward currency exchange contracts, forward commitments, dollar rolls or futures or by borrowing money. The use of other types of derivative instruments by the Fund, such as options and swaps, may also result in a form of leverage. Leverage may result in higher returns to the Fund than if the Fund were not leveraged, but may also adversely affect returns, particularly if the market is declining.
Illiquid Investments Risk—Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions
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of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally go down.
LIBOR Transition and Associated Risk—The Fund may be exposed to debt securities, derivatives or other financial instruments that utilize the London Interbank Offered Rate, or “LIBOR,” as a “benchmark” or “reference rate” for various interest rate calculations. In 2017, the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”), which regulates LIBOR, announced a desire to phase out the use of LIBOR by the end of 2021. As announced by the FCA and LIBOR’s administrator, ICE Benchmark Administration, most LIBOR settings (which reflect LIBOR rates quoted in different currencies over various time periods) have not been published since the end of 2021, but the most widely used U.S. Dollar LIBOR settings are expected to continue to be published until June 30, 2023. However, banks were strongly encouraged to cease entering into agreements with counterparties referencing LIBOR by the end of 2021. It is possible that a subset of LIBOR settings will be published after these dates on a “synthetic” basis, but any such publications would be considered non-representative of the underlying market. Since 2018 the Federal Reserve Bank of New York has published the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (referred to as SOFR), which is intended to replace U.S. Dollar LIBOR. SOFR is a broad measure of the cost of borrowing cash overnight collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities in the repurchase agreement (repo) market and has been used increasingly on a voluntary basis in new instruments and transactions. In addition, on March 15, 2022, the Adjustable Interest Rate Act was signed into law. This law provides a statutory fallback mechanism to replace LIBOR with a benchmark rate that is selected by the Federal Reserve Board and based on SOFR for certain contracts that reference LIBOR without adequate fallback provisions. On December 16, 2022, the Federal Reserve Board adopted regulations implementing the law by identifying benchmark rates based on SOFR that will replace LIBOR in different categories of financial contracts after June 30, 2023. The regulations include provisions that (i) provide a safe harbor for selection or use of a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; (ii) clarify who may choose the replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; and (iii) ensure that contracts adopting a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board will not be interrupted or terminated following the replacement of LIBOR.
The elimination of LIBOR or changes to other reference rates or any other changes or reforms to the determination or supervision of reference rates could have an adverse impact on the market for, or value of, any securities or payments linked to those reference rates, which may adversely affect
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the Fund’s performance and/or NAV. Uncertainty and risk also remain regarding the willingness and ability of issuers and lenders to include revised provisions in new and existing contracts or instruments. Consequently, the transition from LIBOR to other reference rates may lead to increased volatility and illiquidity in markets that are tied to LIBOR, fluctuations in values of LIBOR-related investments or investments in issuers that utilize LIBOR, increased difficulty in borrowing or refinancing and diminished effectiveness of hedging strategies, potentially adversely affecting the Fund’s performance. Furthermore, the risks associated with the expected discontinuation of LIBOR and transition may be exacerbated if the work necessary to effect an orderly transition to an alternative reference rate is not completed in a timely manner. Neither the effect of the LIBOR transition process nor its ultimate success can yet be known.
Indemnification Risk—In the ordinary course of business, the Fund enters into contracts that contain a variety of indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown. However, the Fund has not had prior claims or losses pursuant to these indemnification provisions and expects the risk of loss thereunder to be remote. Therefore, the Fund has not accrued any liability in connection with these indemnification provisions.
Management Risk—The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively-managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
NOTE G
Joint Credit Facility
A number of open-end mutual funds managed by the Adviser, including the Fund, participate in a $325 million revolving credit facility (the “Facility”) intended to provide short-term financing related to redemptions and other short term liquidity requirements, subject to certain restrictions. Commitment fees related to the Facility are paid by the participating funds and are included in miscellaneous expenses in the statement of operations. The Fund did not utilize the Facility during the six months ended April 30, 2023.
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NOTE H
Distributions to Shareholders
The tax character of distributions to be paid for the year ending October 31, 2023 will be determined at the end of the current fiscal year. The tax character of distributions paid during the fiscal years ended October 31, 2022 and October 31, 2021 were as follows:
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| | 2022 | | | 2021 | |
Distributions paid from: | | | | | | | | |
Ordinary income | | $ | 1,429,775 | | | $ | 1,319,862 | |
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Total taxable distributions | | $ | 1,429,775 | | | $ | 1,319,862 | |
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Tax-exempt distributions | | | 32,539,240 | | | | 21,972,290 | |
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Total distributions paid | | $ | 33,969,015 | | | $ | 23,292,152 | |
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As of October 31, 2022, the components of accumulated earnings (deficit) on a tax basis were as follows:
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Undistributed tax-exempt income | | $ | 1,999,908 | |
Accumulated capital and other losses | | | (65,050,825 | )(a) |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (81,377,303 | )(b) |
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Total accumulated earnings (deficit) | | $ | (144,428,220 | ) |
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(a) | As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net capital loss carryforward of $65,050,825. |
(b) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) are attributable primarily to the tax treatment of swaps and the tax deferral of losses on wash sales. |
For tax purposes, net realized capital losses may be carried over to offset future capital gains, if any. Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses for an indefinite period, and such losses will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net short-term capital loss carryforward of $52,705,359 and a net long-term capital loss carryforward of $12,345,466, which may be carried forward for an indefinite period.
NOTE I
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In December 2022, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued an Accounting Standards Update, ASU 2022-06, “Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848) – Deferral of the Sunset Date of Topic 848”. ASU 2022-06 is an amendment to ASU 2020-04, which provided optional guidance to ease the potential accounting burden due to the discontinuation of the LIBOR and other interbank-offered based reference rates and which was effective as of March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. ASU 2022-06 extends the effective period through December 31, 2024. Management is currently evaluating the impact, if any, of applying ASU 2022-06.
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NOTE J
Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated subsequent events for possible recognition or disclosure in the financial statements through the date the financial statements are issued. Management has determined that there are no material events that would require disclosure in the Fund’s financial statements through this date.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class A | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.24 | | | | $ 11.03 | | | | $ 10.30 | | | | $ 10.24 | | | | $ 10.02 | | | | $ 10.28 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .10 | | | | .13 | | | | .16 | | | | .22 | | | | .24 | | | | .22 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment transactions | | | .38 | | | | (.79 | ) | | | .75 | | | | .07 | (c) | | | .21 | | | | (.26 | ) |
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Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (d) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .48 | | | | (.66 | ) | | | .91 | | | | .29 | | | | .45 | | | | (.04 | ) |
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Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.11 | ) | | | (.13 | ) | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.23 | ) | | | (.23 | ) | | | (.22 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.61 | | | | $ 10.24 | | | | $ 11.03 | | | | $ 10.30 | | | | $ 10.24 | | | | $ 10.02 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(e)* | | | 4.70 | % | | | (6.06 | )% | | | 8.89 | % | | | 2.85 | % | | | 4.58 | % | | | (.42 | )% |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $216,594 | | | | $308,986 | | | | $364,599 | | | | $138,454 | | | | $54,316 | | | | $75,127 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | .76 | %^ | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | .86 | %^ | | | .82 | % | | | .84 | % | | | .85 | % | | | .86 | % | | | .86 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 1.92 | %^ | | | 1.24 | % | | | 1.51 | % | | | 2.14 | % | | | 2.32 | % | | | 2.13 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 13 | % | | | 27 | % | | | 10 | % | | | 29 | % | | | 12 | % | | | 15 | % |
See footnote summary on page 90.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class C | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.23 | | | | $ 11.02 | | | | $ 10.29 | | | | $ 10.22 | | | | $ 10.01 | | | | $ 10.26 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .06 | | | | .06 | | | | .08 | | | | .14 | | | | .16 | | | | .14 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment transactions | | | .38 | | | | (.80 | ) | | | .74 | | | | .08 | (c) | | | .20 | | | | (.25 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .01 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .44 | | | | (.74 | ) | | | .83 | | | | .22 | | | | .36 | | | | (.11 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.07 | ) | | | (.05 | ) | | | (.10 | ) | | | (.15 | ) | | | (.15 | ) | | | (.14 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.60 | | | | $ 10.23 | | | | $ 11.02 | | | | $ 10.29 | | | | $ 10.22 | | | | $ 10.01 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(e)* | | | 4.32 | % | | | (6.75 | )% | | | 8.12 | % | | | 2.16 | % | | | 3.63 | % | | | (1.09 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $22,676 | | | | $25,986 | | | | $20,086 | | | | $6,710 | | | | $7,717 | | | | $10,681 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | 1.51 | %^ | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | 1.61 | %^ | | | 1.58 | % | | | 1.59 | % | | | 1.61 | % | | | 1.61 | % | | | 1.61 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 1.18 | %^ | | | .54 | % | | | .75 | % | | | 1.43 | % | | | 1.57 | % | | | 1.37 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 13 | % | | | 27 | % | | | 10 | % | | | 29 | % | | | 12 | % | | | 15 | % |
See footnote summary on page 90.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Advisor Class | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.25 | | | | $ 11.04 | | | | $ 10.31 | | | | $ 10.24 | | | | $ 10.03 | | | | $ 10.29 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .11 | | | | .16 | | | | .18 | | | | .25 | | | | .26 | | | | .24 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment transactions | | | .38 | | | | (.80 | ) | | | .75 | | | | .07 | (c) | | | .21 | | | | (.26 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .01 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .49 | | | | (.64 | ) | | | .94 | | | | .32 | | | | .47 | | | | (.02 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.12 | ) | | | (.15 | ) | | | (.21 | ) | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.24 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.62 | | | | $ 10.25 | | | | $ 11.04 | | | | $ 10.31 | | | | $ 10.24 | | | | $ 10.03 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(e)* | | | 4.83 | % | | | (5.82 | )% | | | 9.14 | % | | | 3.19 | % | | | 4.76 | % | | | (.17 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $771,165 | | | | $948,603 | | | | $837,132 | | | | $185,829 | | | | $205,541 | | | | $226,145 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | .51 | %^ | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | .61 | %^ | | | .58 | % | | | .59 | % | | | .60 | % | | | .61 | % | | | .61 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 2.18 | %^ | | | 1.52 | % | | | 1.70 | % | | | 2.43 | % | | | 2.57 | % | | | 2.37 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 13 | % | | | 27 | % | | | 10 | % | | | 29 | % | | | 12 | % | | | 15 | % |
See footnote summary on page 90.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class 1 | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.18 | | | | $ 10.97 | | | | $ 10.25 | | | | $ 10.19 | | | | $ 9.98 | | | | $ 10.25 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .11 | | | | .15 | | | | .18 | | | | .23 | | | | .25 | | | | .23 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment transactions | | | .37 | | | | (.79 | ) | | | .74 | | | | .07 | (c) | | | .22 | | | | (.26 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (d) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .48 | | | | (.64 | ) | | | .92 | | | | .30 | | | | .47 | | | | (.03 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.12 | ) | | | (.15 | ) | | | (.20 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.24 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.54 | | | | $ 10.18 | | | | $ 10.97 | | | | $ 10.25 | | | | $ 10.19 | | | | $ 9.98 | |
| | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(e)* | | | 4.75 | % | | | (5.92 | )% | | | 9.01 | % | | | 3.04 | % | | | 4.72 | % | | | (.32 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $583,164 | | | | $594,155 | | | | $555,642 | | | | $444,500 | | | | $498,857 | | | | $485,386 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | .61 | %^ | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | .66 | %^ | | | .64 | % | | | .66 | % | | | .67 | % | | | .67 | % | | | .67 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 2.08 | %^ | | | 1.43 | % | | | 1.72 | % | | | 2.33 | % | | | 2.47 | % | | | 2.27 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate | | | 13 | % | | | 27 | % | | | 10 | % | | | 29 | % | | | 12 | % | | | 15 | % |
See footnote summary on page 90.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class 2 | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 10.19 | | | | $ 10.98 | | | | $ 10.25 | | | | $ 10.19 | | | | $ 9.99 | | | | $ 10.25 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .11 | | | | .17 | | | | .20 | | | | .24 | | | | .26 | | | | .24 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment transactions | | | .38 | | | | (.80 | ) | | | .74 | | | | .07 | (c) | | | .21 | | | | (.25 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (d) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .49 | | | | (.63 | ) | | | .94 | | | | .31 | | | | .47 | | | | (.01 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.13 | ) | | | (.16 | ) | | | (.21 | ) | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.27 | ) | | | (.25 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.55 | | | | $ 10.19 | | | | $ 10.98 | | | | $ 10.25 | | | | $ 10.19 | | �� | | $ 9.99 | |
| | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(e)* | | | 4.79 | % | | | (5.83 | )% | | | 9.21 | % | | | 3.14 | % | | | 4.73 | % | | | (.12 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $318,186 | | | | $315,364 | | | | $238,315 | | | | $215,763 | | | | $238,306 | | | | $231,109 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | .51 | %^ | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(f) | | | .56 | %^ | | | .55 | % | | | .56 | % | | | .57 | % | | | .57 | % | | | .57 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 2.18 | %^ | | | 1.56 | % | | | 1.84 | % | | | 2.43 | % | | | 2.57 | % | | | 2.37 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate. | | | 13 | % | | | 27 | % | | | 10 | % | | | 29 | % | | | 12 | % | | | 15 | % |
See footnote summary on page 90.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
(a) | Based on average shares outstanding. |
(b) | Net of expenses waived/reimbursed by the Adviser. |
(c) | Due to timing of sales and repurchase of capital shares, the net realized and unrealized gain (loss) per share is not in accordance with the Fund’s change in net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment transactions for the period. |
(d) | Amount is less than $.005. |
(e) | Total investment return is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the net asset value at the beginning of the period, reinvestment of all dividends and distributions at net asset value during the period, and redemption on the last day of the period. Initial sales charges or contingent deferred sales charges are not reflected in the calculation of total investment return. Total return does not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on portfolio distributions or the redemption of portfolio shares. Total investment return calculated for a period of less than one year is not annualized. |
(f) | The expense ratios presented below exclude interest/bank overdraft expense: |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .75 | %^ | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % |
| | | | | | |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .85 | %^ | | | .82 | % | | | .84 | % | | | .85 | % | | | .86 | % | | | .86 | % |
Class C | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.50 | %^ | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % |
| | | | | | |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.60 | %^ | | | 1.58 | % | | | 1.59 | % | | | 1.61 | % | | | 1.61 | % | | | 1.61 | % |
Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .50 | %^ | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % |
| | | | | | |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .60 | %^ | | | .58 | % | | | .59 | % | | | .60 | % | | | .61 | % | | | .61 | % |
Class 1 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .60 | %^ | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | % |
| | | | | | |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .65 | %^ | | | .64 | % | | | .66 | % | | | .67 | % | | | .67 | % | | | .67 | % |
Class 2 | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .50 | %^ | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % |
| | | | | | |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .55 | %^ | | | .55 | % | | | .56 | % | | | .57 | % | | | .57 | % | | | .57 | % |
* | Includes the impact of proceeds received by the Fund in connection with a trade-error reimbursement from the Adviser, which enhanced performance by .03% for the year ended October 31, 2021. |
See notes to financial statements.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Garry Moody(1), Chairman Jorge A. Bermudez(1) Michael J. Downey(1) Onur Erzan, President and Chief Executive Officer | | Nancy P. Jacklin(1) Jeanette W. Loeb(1) Carol C. McMullen(1) Marshall C. Turner, Jr.(1) |
OFFICERS
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Daryl Clements(2), Vice President Matthew J. Norton(2), Vice President Andrew D. Potter(2), Vice President Nancy E. Hay, Secretary | | Michael B. Reyes, Senior Vice President Joseph J. Mantineo, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer Phyllis J. Clarke, Controller Jennifer Friedland, Chief Compliance Officer |
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Custodian and Accounting Agent State Street Bank and Trust Company One Congress Street, Suite 1 Boston, MA 02114 Principal Underwriter AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. 501 Commerce Street Nashville, TN 37203 Transfer Agent AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. P.O. Box 786003 San Antonio, TX 78278 Toll-Free (800) 221-5672 | | Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Ernst & Young LLP One Manhattan West New York, NY 10001 Legal Counsel Seward & Kissel LLP One Battery Park Plaza New York, NY 10004 |
1 | Member of the Audit Committee, the Governance and Nominating Committee, and the Independent Directors Committee. |
2 | The day-to-day management of, and investment decisions for, the Fund’s portfolio are made by the Adviser’s Municipal Bond Investment Team. Messrs. Clements, Norton and Potter are the investment professionals with the most significant responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Fund’s portfolio. |
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Operation and Effectiveness of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program:
In October 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted the open-end fund liquidity rule (the “Liquidity Rule”). In June 2018 the SEC adopted a requirement that funds disclose information about the operation and effectiveness of their Liquidity Risk Management Program (“LRMP”) in their reports to shareholders.
One of the requirements of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund to designate an Administrator of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program. The Administrator of the Fund’s LRMP is AllianceBernstein L.P., the Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”). The Adviser has delegated the responsibility to its Liquidity Risk Management Committee (the “Committee”).
Another requirement of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Fund Board”) to receive an annual written report from the Administrator of the LRMP, which addresses the operation of the Fund’s LRMP and assesses its adequacy and effectiveness. The Adviser provided the Fund Board with such annual report during the first quarter of 2023, which covered the period January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 (the “Program Reporting Period”).
The LRMP’s principal objectives include supporting the Fund’s compliance with limits on investments in illiquid assets and mitigating the risk that the Fund will be unable to meet its redemption obligations in a timely manner.
Pursuant to the LRMP, the Fund classifies the liquidity of its portfolio investments into one of the four categories defined by the SEC: Highly Liquid, Moderately Liquid, Less Liquid, and Illiquid. These classifications are reported to the SEC on Form N-PORT.
During the Program Reporting Period, the Committee reviewed whether the Fund’s strategy is appropriate for an open-end structure, incorporating any holdings of less liquid and illiquid assets. If the Fund participated in derivative transactions, the exposure from such transactions were considered in the LRMP.
The Committee also performed an analysis to determine whether the Fund is required to maintain a Highly Liquid Investment Minimum (“HLIM”). The Committee also incorporated the following information when determining the Fund’s reasonably anticipated trading size for purposes of liquidity monitoring: historical net redemption activity, a Fund’s concentration in an issuer, shareholder concentration, investment performance, total net assets, and distribution channels.
The Adviser informed the Fund Board that the Committee believes the Fund’s LRMP is adequately designed, has been implemented as intended,
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and has operated effectively since its inception. No material exceptions have been noted since the implementation of the LRMP. During the Program Reporting Period, liquidity in all markets was challenged due to rising rates and economic uncertainty. However, markets also remained orderly during the Program Reporting Period. There were no liquidity events that impacted the Fund or its ability to timely meet redemptions during the Program Reporting Period.
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Information Regarding the Review and Approval of the Fund’s Advisory Agreement
The disinterested directors (the “directors”) of AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) unanimously approved the continuance of the Company’s Advisory Agreement with the Adviser in respect of AB Municipal Bond Inflation Strategy (the “Fund”) at a meeting held in-person on November 1-3, 2022 (the “Meeting”).
Prior to approval of the continuance of the Advisory Agreement, the directors had requested from the Adviser, and received and evaluated, extensive materials. They reviewed the proposed continuance of the Advisory Agreement with the Adviser and with experienced counsel who are independent of the Adviser, who advised on the relevant legal standards. The directors also reviewed additional materials, including comparative analytical data prepared by the Senior Vice President of the Fund. The directors also discussed the proposed continuance in private sessions with counsel.
The directors considered their knowledge of the nature and quality of the services provided by the Adviser to the Fund gained from their experience as directors or trustees of most of the registered investment companies advised by the Adviser, their overall confidence in the Adviser’s integrity and competence they have gained from that experience, the Adviser’s initiative in identifying and raising potential issues with the directors and its responsiveness, frankness and attention to concerns raised by the directors in the past, including the Adviser’s willingness to consider and implement organizational and operational changes designed to improve investment results and the services provided to the AB Funds. The directors noted that they have four regular meetings each year, at each of which they review extensive materials and information from the Adviser, including information on the investment performance of the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests a portion of its assets.
The directors also considered all factors they believed relevant, including the specific matters discussed below. During the course of their deliberations, the directors evaluated, among other things, the reasonableness of the advisory fee. The directors did not identify any particular information that was all-important or controlling, and different directors may have attributed different weights to the various factors. The directors determined that the selection of the Adviser to manage the Fund and the overall arrangements between the Fund and the Adviser, as provided in the Advisory Agreement, including the advisory fee, were fair and reasonable in light of the services performed, expenses incurred and such other matters as the directors considered relevant in the exercise of their business
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judgment. The material factors and conclusions that formed the basis for the directors’ determinations included the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided
The directors considered the scope and quality of services provided by the Adviser under the Advisory Agreement, including the quality of the investment research capabilities of the Adviser and the other resources it has dedicated to performing services for the Fund. The directors noted that the Adviser from time to time reviews the Fund’s investment strategies and from time to time proposes changes intended to improve the Fund’s relative or absolute performance for the directors’ consideration. They also noted the professional experience and qualifications of the Fund’s portfolio management team and other senior personnel of the Adviser. The directors also considered that the Advisory Agreement provides that the Fund will reimburse the Adviser for the cost to it of providing certain clerical, accounting, administrative and other services to the Fund by employees of the Adviser or its affiliates. Requests for these reimbursements are made on a quarterly basis and subject to approval by the directors. Reimbursements, to the extent requested and paid, result in a higher rate of total compensation from the Fund to the Adviser than the fee rate stated in the Advisory Agreement. The directors noted that the methodology used to determine the reimbursement amounts had been reviewed by an independent consultant at the request of the directors. The quality of administrative and other services, including the Adviser’s role in coordinating the activities of the Fund’s other service providers, also was considered. The directors concluded that, overall, they were satisfied with the nature, extent and quality of services provided to the Fund under the Advisory Agreement.
Costs of Services Provided and Profitability
The directors reviewed a schedule of the revenues and expenses and related notes indicating the profitability of the Fund to the Adviser for calendar years 2020 and 2021 that had been prepared with an expense allocation methodology arrived at in consultation with an independent consultant at the request of the directors. The directors noted the assumptions and methods of allocation used by the Adviser in preparing fund-specific profitability data and understood that there are a number of potentially acceptable allocation methodologies for information of this type. The directors noted that the profitability information reflected all revenues and expenses of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund, including those relating to its subsidiaries that provide transfer agency and distribution services to the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of the profitability of the Advisory Agreement with the profitability of fund advisory contracts for unaffiliated funds because comparative information is not generally publicly available and is affected by numerous factors. The directors focused on the profitability of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund before taxes and distribution
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expenses. The directors concluded that the Adviser’s level of profitability from its relationship with the Fund was not unreasonable.
Fall-Out Benefits
The directors considered the other benefits to the Adviser and its affiliates from their relationships with the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests, including, but not limited to, benefits relating to 12b-1 fees and sales charges received by the Fund’s principal underwriter (which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser) in respect of certain classes of the Fund’s shares; and transfer agency fees paid by the Fund to a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser. The directors recognized that the Adviser’s profitability would be somewhat lower without these benefits. The directors understood that the Adviser also might derive reputational and other benefits from its association with the Fund.
Investment Results
In addition to the information reviewed by the directors in connection with the Meeting, the directors receive detailed performance information for the Fund at each regular Board meeting during the year.
At the Meeting, the directors reviewed performance information prepared by an independent service provider (the “15(c) service provider”), showing the performance of the Class A Shares of the Fund against a group of similar funds (“peer group”) and a larger group of similar funds (“peer universe”), each selected by the 15(c) service provider, and information prepared by the Adviser showing performance of the Class A Shares against a broad-based securities market index, in each case for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods ended July 31, 2022 and (in the case of comparisons with the broad-based securities market index) for the period from inception. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s investment performance was acceptable.
Advisory Fees and Other Expenses
The directors considered the advisory fee rate payable by the Fund to the Adviser and information prepared by the 15(c) service provider concerning advisory fee rates payable by other funds in the same category as the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of advisory fees because there are variations in the services that are included in the fees payable by other funds. The directors compared the Fund’s contractual effective advisory fee rate with a peer group median and discussed with the Adviser the reasons it was above the median. The directors also took into account the impact on the advisory fee rate of the administrative expense reimbursement paid to the Adviser in the latest fiscal year.
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The Adviser informed the directors that there were no institutional products managed by the Adviser that utilize investment strategies similar to those of the Fund.
In connection with their review of the Fund’s advisory fee, the directors also considered the total expense ratio of the Class A shares of the Fund in comparison to a peer group and a peer universe selected by the 15(c) service provider. The Class A expense ratio of the Fund was based on the Fund’s latest fiscal year and the directors considered the Adviser’s expense cap for the Fund. The directors noted that it was likely that the expense ratios of some of the other funds in the Fund’s category were lowered by waivers or reimbursements by those funds’ investment advisers, which in some cases might be voluntary or temporary. The directors view expense ratio information as relevant to their evaluation of the Adviser’s services because the Adviser is responsible for coordinating services provided to the Fund by others. The directors noted that the Fund’s expense ratio was above the medians. After reviewing and discussing the Adviser’s explanations of the reasons for this, the directors concluded that the Fund’s expense ratio was acceptable.
Economies of Scale
The directors noted that the advisory fee schedule for the Fund contains breakpoints that reduce the fee rates on assets above specified levels. The directors took into consideration prior presentations by an independent consultant on economies of scale in the mutual fund industry and for the AB Funds, and presentations from time to time by the Adviser concerning certain of its views on economies of scale. The directors also had requested and received from the Adviser certain updates on economies of scale in advance of the Meeting. The directors believe that economies of scale may be realized (if at all) by the Adviser across a variety of products and services, and not only in respect of a single fund. The directors noted that there is no established methodology for setting breakpoints that give effect to the fund-specific services provided by a fund’s adviser and to the economies of scale that an adviser may realize in its overall mutual fund business or those components of it which directly or indirectly affect a fund’s operations. The directors observed that in the mutual fund industry as a whole, as well as among funds similar to the Fund, there is no uniformity or pattern in the fees and asset levels at which breakpoints (if any) apply. The directors also noted that the advisory agreements for many funds do not have breakpoints at all. Having taken these factors into account, the directors concluded that the Fund’s shareholders would benefit from a sharing of economies of scale in the event the Fund’s net assets exceed a breakpoint in the future.
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AB MUNICIPAL BOND INFLATION STRATEGY
1345 Avenue of the Americas
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800 221 5672
MBIS-0152-0423
APR 04.30.23
SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
AB SHORT DURATION INCOME PORTFOLIO
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Investment Products Offered | | • Are Not FDIC Insured • May Lose Value • Are Not Bank Guaranteed |
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
This shareholder report must be preceded or accompanied by the Fund’s prospectus for individuals who are not current shareholders of the Fund.
You may obtain a description of the Fund’s proxy voting policies and procedures, and information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30, without charge. Simply visit AB’s website at www.abfunds.com, or go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “Commission”) website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227 4618.
The Fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Commission for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The Fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the Commission’s website at www.sec.gov. AB publishes full portfolio holdings for the Fund monthly at www.abfunds.com.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (ABI) is the distributor of the AB family of mutual funds. ABI is a member of FINRA and is an affiliate of AllianceBernstein L.P., the Adviser of the funds.
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Dear Shareholder,
We’re pleased to provide this report for the AB Short Duration Income Portfolio (the “Fund”). Please review the discussion of Fund performance, the market conditions during the reporting period and the Fund’s investment strategy.
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Sincerely,
Onur Erzan
President and Chief Executive Officer, AB Mutual Funds
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SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
June 5, 2023
This report provides management’s discussion of fund performance for the AB Short Duration Income Portfolio for the semi-annual reporting period ended April 30, 2023.
At a meeting held on May 2-4, 2023, the Adviser recommended, and the Fund’s Board of Directors approved, changes to the Fund’s principal investment strategies. These changes will be effective on or about July 5, 2023.
The Fund currently pursues its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, primarily in income-producing securities. In addition, the Fund also normally invests at least 65% of its total assets in securities of US and foreign governments and their agencies and instrumentalities (including mortgage-backed securities), derivatives related to such securities, and repurchase agreements relating to US government securities (“Government Securities and Other Government-Related Positions”).
Effective on or about July 5, these investment strategies will be amended, such that the Fund will pursue its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets, including any borrowings for investment purposes, in income-producing securities. In addition, the Fund will also normally invest at least 65% of its total assets in investment-grade debt securities of various types. The Fund may continue to invest in non-government fixed-income securities, including corporate debt securities, non-government mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities, certificates of deposit and commercial paper. In addition, the Fund may continue to invest in Government Securities and Other Government-Related Positions (although without the 65% minimum investment requirement previously noted).
These investment strategy changes are addressed in a prospectus supplement dated May 5, 2023.
The Fund’s investment objective is to seek high current income consistent with preservation of capital.
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NAV RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Class A Shares | | | 5.01% | | | | 1.06% | |
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Class C Shares | | | 4.72% | | | | 0.36% | |
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Advisor Class Shares2 | | | 5.12% | | | | 1.26% | |
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Bloomberg 1-5 Year US Government/Credit Index | | | 3.80% | | | | 1.17% | |
1 | Includes the impact of proceeds received by the Fund in connection with a trade-error reimbursement from the Adviser, which enhanced performance for the six- and 12-month periods ended April 30, 2023, by 0.00% and 0.01%, respectively. |
2 | Please note that this share class is for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
INVESTMENT RESULTS
The preceding table shows the Fund’s performance compared with its benchmark, the Bloomberg 1-5 Year US Government/Credit Index, for the six- and 12-month periods ended April 30, 2023.
During the six-month period, all share classes of the Fund outperformed the benchmark, before sales charges. Industry allocation contributed the most, relative to the benchmark, as gains from off-benchmark exposure to collateralized loan obligations, collateralized mortgage obligations, and eurozone and US high-yield credit default swaps were greater than losses from exposure to eurozone treasuries and commercial mortgage-backed securities. Yield-curve positioning in the US and eurozone contributed more than a loss from positioning in Canada. Security selection also contributed, as gains within consumer cyclical–other, sovereign bonds, capital goods, entertainment and energy outweighed losses within banking, media and technology. Country allocation to the eurozone also contributed more than a loss from allocation to Canada. Currency decisions had no material impact on returns during the period.
Over the 12-month period, all share classes except Advisor Class underperformed the benchmark, before sales charges. Security selection was the main detractor, as losses among banking, media, sovereign bonds and technology were partially offset by a gain within consumer cyclical–other. Industry allocation contributed, as gains from off-benchmark exposure to high-yield credit default swaps and collateralized mortgage obligations added more than losses from collateralized loan obligations and 30-year conventional mortgage-backed securities. Yield-curve positioning in the US and eurozone added to performance. Country allocation to the eurozone also contributed. Currency decisions had no material impact on returns during the period.
During both periods, the Fund used derivatives in the form of treasury futures and interest rate swaps to manage and hedge duration risk and/or
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to take active yield-curve positioning. Currency forwards were used to hedge foreign currency exposure. Credit default swaps were used to effectively gain exposure to specific sectors. Total return swaps were used to take active credit risk.
MARKET REVIEW AND INVESTMENT STRATEGY
During the six-month period ended April 30, 2023, fixed-income government bond market yields were volatile after peaking in October, as investors adjusted their expectations for inflation, growth and central bank tightening. Some major developed-market central banks started to reduce rate hikes toward the end of the period and pause further hikes as overall inflation began to fall. Stress in the global banking sector caused yields to fall sharply in March. Falling yields during the period led all major developed-market treasuries to post positive returns except in the UK. Developed-market government bonds rose the most in the US, Australia and Canada, and by the least in Germany. In corporate credit-risk sectors, investment-grade and high-yield corporates outperformed developed-market treasury markets by a wide margin. Corporate bonds in the US and eurozone also outperformed respective treasuries. Emerging-market hard-currency sovereign and corporate bonds hedged to the US dollar, as well as local-currency bonds, led risk sector returns as the US dollar fell against the vast majority of developed- and emerging-market currencies. Brent crude oil prices fell on global growth concerns.
The Fund’s Senior Investment Management Team (the “Team”) continues to pursue high income, while preserving capital by investing primarily in government bonds from both US and non-US issuers as well as corporate bonds, with scope to invest a select amount in below investment-grade bonds. The Team manages the Fund with a core fixed-income strategy through a global, multi-sector approach that seeks an attractive risk/return profile.
INVESTMENT POLICIES
The Fund pursues its objective by investing, under normal circumstances, primarily in income-producing securities. The Fund also normally invests at least 65% of its total assets in securities of US and foreign governments and their agencies and instrumentalities (including mortgage-backed securities), derivatives related to such securities, and repurchase agreements relating to US government securities. Under normal circumstances, the Fund will maintain a dollar-weighted average duration of less than three years, although it may invest in securities of any duration or maturity.
The Fund may invest in non-government fixed-income securities, including corporate debt securities, non-government mortgage-backed and other asset-backed securities, certificates of deposit and
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commercial paper. The Fund may invest up to 35% of its net assets in below investment-grade securities (commonly known as “junk bonds”). The Fund’s investments in foreign securities may include both government and corporate securities, and securities of emerging-market countries or of issuers in emerging markets.
The Adviser selects securities for purchase or sale based on its assessment of the securities’ risks and return characteristics as well as the securities’ impact on the overall risks and return characteristics of the Fund. In making this assessment, the Adviser takes into account various factors, including the credit quality and sensitivity to interest rates of the securities under consideration and of the Fund’s other holdings.
The Fund may utilize derivatives, such as options, futures contracts, forwards and swaps. The Fund may, for example, use interest rate futures contracts and swaps to establish exposure to the fixed-income markets or particular fixed-income securities. Derivatives may provide a more efficient and economical exposure to market segments than direct investments, and may also be a more efficient way to alter the Fund’s exposure. The Fund may also enter into transactions such as reverse repurchase agreements that are similar to borrowings for investment purposes. The Fund’s use of derivatives and these borrowing transactions may create aggregate exposure that is substantially in excess of its net assets, effectively leveraging the Fund.
The Adviser may hedge the foreign currency exposure resulting from the Fund’s security positions, and may take long or short positions in currencies, through the use of currency-related derivatives.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS
Benchmark Disclosure
The Bloomberg 1-5 Year US Government/Credit Index is unmanaged and does not reflect fees and expenses associated with the active management of a mutual fund portfolio. The Bloomberg 1-5 Year US Government/Credit Index is a broad-based benchmark that measures the nonsecuritized component of the Bloomberg US Aggregate Index. It includes investment-grade, US dollar-denominated, fixed-rate Treasuries and government-related and corporate securities that have a remaining maturity of greater than or equal to one year and less than five years. An investor cannot invest directly in an index or average, and their results are not indicative of the performance for any specific investment, including the Fund.
A Word About Risk
Market Risk: The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the bond market fluctuates. The value of its investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
Credit Risk: An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security.
Below Investment-Grade Securities Risk: Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as “junk bonds”) are subject to a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to such factors as specific corporate developments and negative perceptions of the junk bond market generally and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities.
Interest-Rate Risk: Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Duration Risk: Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk: This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities.
Mortgage-Related and/or Other Asset-Backed Securities Risk: Investments in mortgage-related and other asset-backed securities are subject to certain additional risks. The value of these securities may be particularly sensitive to changes in interest rates. These risks include “extension risk”, which is the risk that, in periods of rising interest rates, issuers may delay the payment of principal, and “prepayment risk”, which is the risk that in periods of falling interest rates, issuers may pay principal sooner than expected, exposing the Fund to a lower rate of return upon reinvestment of principal. Mortgage-backed securities offered by non-governmental issuers and other asset-backed securities may be subject to other risks, such as higher rates of default in the mortgages or assets backing the securities or risks associated with the nature and servicing of mortgages or assets backing the securities.
Foreign (Non-US) Risk: Investments in securities of non-US issuers may involve more risk than those of US issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Emerging-Market Risk: Investments in emerging-market countries may have more risk because the markets are less developed and less liquid and are subject to increased economic, political, regulatory or other uncertainties.
Derivatives Risk: Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives,
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Leverage Risk: To the extent the Fund uses leveraging techniques, its net asset value (“NAV”) may be more volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of changes in interest rates and any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments.
Currency Risk: Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments or reduce its returns.
Illiquid Investments Risk: Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest-rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally decline.
Management Risk: The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
These risks are fully discussed in the Fund’s prospectus. As with all investments, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
An Important Note About Historical Performance
The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate, so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Performance shown in this report represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by visiting www.abfunds.com.
All fees and expenses related to the operation of the Fund have been deducted. NAV returns do not reflect sales charges; if sales charges were reflected, the Fund’s quoted performance would be
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lower. SEC returns reflect the applicable sales charges for each share class: a 2.25% maximum front-end sales charge for Class A shares and a 1% 1-year contingent deferred sales charge for Class C shares. Returns for the different share classes will vary due to different expenses associated with each class. Performance assumes reinvestment of distributions and does not account for taxes.
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE
AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | | | | | | | | 4.68% | |
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1 Year | | | 1.06% | | | | -1.21% | | | | | |
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Since Inception2 | | | 1.35% | | | | 0.83% | | | | | |
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1 Year | | | 0.36% | | | | -0.61% | | | | | |
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Since Inception2 | | | 0.55% | | | | 0.55% | | | | | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES3 | | | | | | | | | | | 5.00% | |
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1 Year | | | 1.26% | | | | 1.26% | | | | | |
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Since Inception2 | | | 1.52% | | | | 1.52% | | | | | |
The Fund’s current prospectus fee table shows the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios as 1.66%, 2.42% and 1.48% for Class A, Class C and Advisor Class shares, respectively, gross of any fee waivers or expense reimbursements. Contractual fee waivers and/or expense reimbursements limited the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios, exclusive of acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest, interest expense, taxes, extraordinary expenses and brokerage commissions and other transaction costs, to 0.65%, 1.45% and 0.45% for Class A, Class C and Advisor Class shares, respectively. These waivers/reimbursements may not be terminated before January 31, 2024. Any fees waived and expenses borne by the Adviser may be reimbursed by the Fund until the end of the third fiscal year after the fiscal period in which the fee was waived or the expense was borne, provided that no reimbursement payment will be made that would cause the Fund’s total operating expenses to exceed the applicable expense limitations. Absent reimbursements or waivers, performance would have been lower. The Financial Highlights section of this report sets forth expense ratio data for the current reporting period; the expense ratios shown above may differ from the expense ratios in the Financial Highlights section since they are based on different time periods.
1 | SEC yields are calculated based on SEC guidelines for the 30-day period ended April 30, 2023. |
2 | Inception date: 12/12/2018. |
3 | This share class is offered at NAV to eligible investors and the SEC returns are the same as the NAV returns. Please note that this share class is for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE (continued)
SEC AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS
AS OF THE MOST RECENT CALENDAR QUARTER-END
MARCH 31, 2023 (unaudited)
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -3.47% | |
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Since Inception1 | | | 0.70% | |
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CLASS C SHARES | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -3.04% | |
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Since Inception1 | | | 0.41% | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES2 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -1.10% | |
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Since Inception1 | | | 1.40% | |
1 | Inception date: 12/12/2018. |
2 | Please note that this share class is for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE
(unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution (12b-1) fees; and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
The Example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period as indicated below.
Actual Expenses
The first line of the table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The second line of the table below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed annual rate of return of 5% before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds by comparing this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
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| | Beginning Account Value November 1, 2022 | | | Ending Account Value April 30, 2023 | | | Expenses Paid During Period* | | | Annualized Expense Ratio* | |
Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,050.10 | | | $ | 6.56 | | | | 1.29 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,018.40 | | | $ | 6.46 | | | | 1.29 | % |
Class C | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,047.20 | | | $ | 10.56 | | | | 2.08 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,014.48 | | | $ | 10.39 | | | | 2.08 | % |
Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,051.20 | | | $ | 5.39 | | | | 1.06 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,019.54 | | | $ | 5.31 | | | | 1.06 | % |
* | Expenses are equal to the Fund’s annualized expense ratio (interest expense incurred) multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 181/365 (to reflect the one-half year period). The Fund’s operating expenses are borne by the Adviser or its affiliates. |
** | Assumes 5% annual return before expenses. |
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PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
PORTFOLIO STATISTICS
Net Assets ($mil): $85.2
1 | The Fund’s security type breakdown is expressed as a percentage of total investments and may vary over time. The Fund also enters into derivative transactions, which may be used for hedging or investment purposes (see “Portfolio of Investments” section of the report for additional details). |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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GOVERNMENTS - TREASURIES – 60.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Spain – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Spain Government Bond 0.80%, 07/30/2027(a) | | | EUR | | | | 356 | | | $ | 358,953 | |
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United States – 59.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Notes 0.625%, 05/15/2030(b) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 309 | | | | 254,380 | |
1.50%, 01/31/2027 | | | | | | | 499 | | | | 460,801 | |
2.875%, 08/15/2028(b) | | | | | | | 743 | | | | 718,930 | |
3.00%, 07/31/2024 | | | | | | | 5,401 | | | | 5,294,570 | |
3.125%, 11/15/2028 | | | | | | | 2,933 | | | | 2,866,616 | |
3.25%, 06/30/2027(c) | | | | | | | 2,228 | | | | 2,195,670 | |
3.50%, 01/31/2028 | | | | | | | 865 | | | | 862,432 | |
3.50%, 01/31/2030 | | | | | | | 380 | | | | 379,107 | |
3.50%, 02/15/2033 | | | | | | | 605 | | | | 606,861 | |
3.875%, 01/15/2026 | | | | | | | 12,239 | | | | 12,245,037 | |
3.875%, 11/30/2027(c) | | | | | | | 4,967 | | | | 5,029,661 | |
3.875%, 12/31/2027 | | | | | | | 816 | | | | 826,200 | |
4.00%, 02/29/2028 | | | | | | | 1,675 | | | | 1,708,558 | |
4.125%, 01/31/2025 | | | | | | | 2,310 | | | | 2,304,947 | |
4.125%, 10/31/2027 | | | | | | | 103 | | | | 105,017 | |
4.25%, 12/31/2024 | | | | | | | 10,466 | | | | 10,454,752 | |
4.375%, 10/31/2024 | | | | | | | 1,750 | | | | 1,748,359 | |
4.50%, 11/30/2024(c) | | | | | | | 2,732 | | | | 2,736,896 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 50,798,794 | |
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Total Governments - Treasuries (cost $51,730,361) | | | | | | | | | | | 51,157,747 | |
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CORPORATES - INVESTMENT GRADE – 13.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Financial Institutions – 9.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Banking – 8.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AIB Group PLC 4.263%, 04/10/2025(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 196,292 | |
7.583%, 10/14/2026(a) | | | | | | | 209 | | | | 215,788 | |
Banco de Credito del Peru S.A. 3.125%, 07/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 119 | | | | 109,168 | |
Banco Santander SA 1.722%, 09/14/2027 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 175,938 | |
Bank of Ireland Group PLC 6.253%, 09/16/2026(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 199,622 | |
Barclays PLC 4.375%, 09/11/2024 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 194,036 | |
BNP Paribas SA 6.625%, 03/25/2024(a)(d) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 189,854 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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BPCE SA 5.975%, 01/18/2027(a) | | U.S.$ | | | 250 | | | $ | 252,055 | |
Capital One Financial Corp. 5.468%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | 67 | | | | 65,898 | |
Credit Agricole SA 8.125%, 12/23/2025(a)(d) | | | | | 200 | | | | 198,240 | |
Danske Bank A/S 3.244%, 12/20/2025(a) | | | | | 200 | | | | 190,820 | |
4.298%, 04/01/2028(a) | | | | | 200 | | | | 189,778 | |
Deutsche Bank AG/New York NY 1.447%, 04/01/2025 | | | | | 200 | | | | 188,544 | |
6.72%, 01/18/2029 | | | | | 156 | | | | 158,649 | |
Discover Financial Services 6.70%, 11/29/2032 | | | | | 69 | | | | 72,996 | |
HSBC Holdings PLC 4.041%, 03/13/2028 | | | | | 200 | | | | 190,478 | |
7.336%, 11/03/2026 | | | | | 200 | | | | 209,878 | |
Intesa Sanpaolo SpA 7.00%, 11/21/2025(a) | | | | | 359 | | | | 366,661 | |
Lloyds Banking Group PLC 2.438%, 02/05/2026 | | | | | 200 | | | | 188,970 | |
5.871%, 03/06/2029 | | | | | 200 | | | | 204,556 | |
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. 5.475%, 02/22/2031 | | | | | 312 | | | | 316,739 | |
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. 5.667%, 05/27/2029 | | | | | 200 | | | | 203,742 | |
5.739%, 05/27/2031 | | | | | 200 | | | | 204,812 | |
Morgan Stanley 5.123%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | 22 | | | | 22,100 | |
6.296%, 10/18/2028 | | | | | 279 | | | | 293,151 | |
NatWest Group PLC 4.269%, 03/22/2025 | | | | | 397 | | | | 391,366 | |
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (The) Series O 8.977% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.68%), 08/01/2023(d)(e) | | | | | 12 | | | | 11,967 | |
Santander Holdings USA, Inc. 6.499%, 03/09/2029 | | | | | 216 | | | | 217,058 | |
Santander UK Group Holdings PLC 6.833%, 11/21/2026 | | | | | 359 | | | | 365,376 | |
Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB 6.875%, 06/30/2027(a)(d) | | | | | 200 | | | | 184,700 | |
Societe Generale SA 6.447%, 01/12/2027(a) | | | | | 271 | | | | 273,526 | |
Standard Chartered PLC 6.17%, 01/09/2027(a) | | | | | 340 | | | | 344,910 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. 5.71%, 01/13/2030 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 271 | | | $ | 280,604 | |
Swedbank AB Series NC5 5.625%, 09/17/2024(a)(d) | | | | | | | 400 | | | | 377,136 | |
UBS Group AG 7.00%, 01/31/2024(a)(d) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 187,284 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 7,432,692 | |
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Brokerage – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Nomura Holdings, Inc. 5.709%, 01/09/2026 | | | | | | | 272 | | | | 273,254 | |
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Finance – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Aircastle Ltd. 4.40%, 09/25/2023 | | | | | | | 16 | | | | 15,868 | |
Aviation Capital Group LLC 3.50%, 11/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 158 | | | | 142,792 | |
Synchrony Financial 3.95%, 12/01/2027 | | | | | | | 57 | | | | 50,308 | |
4.875%, 06/13/2025 | | | | | | | 50 | | | | 47,196 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 256,164 | |
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REITs – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
GLP Capital LP/GLP Financing II, Inc. 5.375%, 04/15/2026 | | | | | | | 210 | | | | 208,062 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 8,170,172 | |
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Industrial – 3.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Arconic Corp. 6.00%, 05/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 15 | | | | 14,991 | |
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Capital Goods – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Regal Rexnord Corp. 6.30%, 02/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 56 | | | | 56,949 | |
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Communications - Media – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Directv Financing LLC/Directv Financing Co-Obligor, Inc. 5.875%, 08/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 46 | | | | 40,369 | |
Pinewood Finance Co., Ltd. 3.25%, 09/30/2025(a) | | | GBP | | | | 118 | | | | 138,877 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 179,246 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 1.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
General Motors Financial Co., Inc. 5.85%, 04/06/2030 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 206 | | | | 205,827 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Harley-Davidson Financial Services, Inc. 3.05%, 02/14/2027(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 90 | | | $ | 81,397 | |
6.50%, 03/10/2028(a) | | | | | | | 324 | | | | 327,985 | |
Lear Corp. 4.25%, 05/15/2029 | | | | | | | 150 | | | | 143,310 | |
Nissan Motor Acceptance Co. LLC 1.85%, 09/16/2026(a) | | | | | | | 6 | | | | 5,128 | |
2.75%, 03/09/2028(a) | | | | | | | 66 | | | | 54,902 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 818,549 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Entertainment – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Mattel, Inc. 5.875%, 12/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 102 | | | | 102,123 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Las Vegas Sands Corp. 3.90%, 08/08/2029 | | | | | | | 150 | | | | 136,368 | |
Sands China Ltd. 5.625%, 08/08/2025(f) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 195,204 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 331,572 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Retailers – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AutoNation, Inc. 4.75%, 06/01/2030 | | | | | | | 150 | | | | 141,466 | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Smithfield Foods, Inc. 3.00%, 10/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 155 | | | | 123,763 | |
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Energy – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Continental Resources, Inc./OK 5.75%, 01/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 41 | | | | 39,957 | |
Ecopetrol SA 4.625%, 11/02/2031 | | | | | | | 15 | | | | 11,145 | |
5.375%, 06/26/2026 | | | | | | | 55 | | | | 51,915 | |
5.875%, 11/02/2051 | | | | | | | 7 | | | | 4,427 | |
6.875%, 04/29/2030 | | | | | | | 45 | | | | 40,106 | |
8.875%, 01/13/2033 | | | | | | | 13 | | | | 12,569 | |
Var Energi ASA 7.50%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 282 | | | | 298,122 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 458,241 | |
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Technology – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Entegris Escrow Corp. 4.75%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 112 | | | | 104,187 | |
Jabil, Inc. 5.45%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | | | 33 | | | | 33,196 | |
Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. 2.05%, 10/15/2026 | | | | | | | 140 | | | | 122,588 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Western Digital Corp. 4.75%, 02/15/2026 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 116 | | | $ | 110,300 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 370,271 | |
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Transportation - Services – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ERAC USA Finance LLC 4.599%, 05/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 266 | | | | 265,354 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 2,862,525 | |
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Utility – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Chile Electricity PEC SpA Zero Coupon, 01/25/2028(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 148,975 | |
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Total Corporates - Investment Grade (cost $11,267,611) | | | | | | | | | | | 11,181,672 | |
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CORPORATES - NON-INVESTMENT GRADE – 8.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 8.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ASP Unifrax Holdings, Inc. 5.25%, 09/30/2028(a) | | | | | | | 10 | | | | 8,241 | |
Sealed Air Corp./Sealed Air Corp. US 6.125%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 27 | | | | 27,419 | |
WR Grace Holdings LLC 4.875%, 06/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 72 | | | | 68,492 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 104,152 | |
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Capital Goods – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ardagh Packaging Finance PLC/Ardagh Holdings USA, Inc. 4.125%, 08/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 188,592 | |
Chart Industries, Inc. 7.50%, 01/01/2030(a) | | | | | | | 25 | | | | 25,786 | |
Eco Material Technologies, Inc. 7.875%, 01/31/2027(a) | | | | | | | 92 | | | | 88,250 | |
Gates Global LLC/Gates Corp. 6.25%, 01/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 61 | | | | 60,390 | |
LSB Industries, Inc. 6.25%, 10/15/2028(a)(f) | | | | | | | 110 | | | | 97,151 | |
Renk AG/Frankfurt am Main 5.75%, 07/15/2025(a) | | | EUR | | | | 100 | | | | 107,754 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 567,923 | |
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Communications - Media – 1.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AMC Networks, Inc. 4.75%, 08/01/2025 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 181 | | | | 167,791 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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CCO Holdings LLC/CCO Holdings Capital Corp. 4.50%, 08/15/2030(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 26 | | | $ | 21,929 | |
5.125%, 05/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 59 | | | | 55,793 | |
Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. 5.125%, 08/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 60 | | | | 54,197 | |
CSC Holdings LLC 7.50%, 04/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 125,454 | |
DISH DBS Corp. 5.25%, 12/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 178 | | | | 135,860 | |
5.75%, 12/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 32 | | | | 22,809 | |
5.875%, 11/15/2024 | | | | | | | 53 | | | | 43,920 | |
McGraw-Hill Education, Inc. 5.75%, 08/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 56 | | | | 49,748 | |
Radiate Holdco LLC/Radiate Finance, Inc. 4.50%, 09/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 85 | | | | 66,526 | |
Sirius XM Radio, Inc. 4.00%, 07/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 62 | | | | 52,400 | |
5.00%, 08/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 82 | | | | 75,439 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 871,866 | |
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Communications - Telecommunications – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consolidated Communications, Inc. 5.00%, 10/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 35 | | | | 25,517 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Jaguar Land Rover Automotive PLC 7.75%, 10/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 217 | | | | 215,633 | |
ZF North America Capital, Inc. 7.125%, 04/14/2030(a) | | | | | | | 167 | | | | 172,456 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 388,089 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Entertainment – 1.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Carnival Corp. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
4.00%, 08/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 36 | | | | 31,214 | |
5.75%, 03/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 62 | | | | 51,019 | |
10.50%, 02/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 153 | | | | 159,753 | |
Cedar Fair LP/Canada’s Wonderland Co./Magnum Management Corp./Millennium Op 5.50%, 05/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 29 | | | | 28,926 | |
Lindblad Expeditions LLC 6.75%, 02/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 26,495 | |
NCL Corp. Ltd. 5.875%, 03/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 33 | | | | 28,376 | |
5.875%, 02/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 268 | | | | 252,914 | |
8.375%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 57 | | | | 57,480 | |
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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. 5.375%, 07/15/2027(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 42 | | | $ | 37,323 | |
5.50%, 08/31/2026(a) | | | | | | | 31 | | | | 28,442 | |
7.25%, 01/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 20,064 | |
11.50%, 06/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 47 | | | | 49,862 | |
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. 8.75%, 05/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 20,300 | |
Viking Cruises Ltd. 5.875%, 09/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 12 | | | | 10,293 | |
13.00%, 05/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 16 | | | | 16,847 | |
Viking Ocean Cruises Ship VII Ltd. 5.625%, 02/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 14 | | | | 11,927 | |
VOC Escrow Ltd. 5.00%, 02/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 226 | | | | 201,289 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,032,524 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Brookfield Residential Properties, Inc./Brookfield Residential US LLC 6.25%, 09/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 86 | | | | 78,796 | |
Caesars Entertainment, Inc. 7.00%, 02/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 40 | | | | 40,386 | |
Churchill Downs, Inc. 4.75%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 59 | | | | 55,677 | |
Five Point Operating Co. LP/Five Point Capital Corp. 7.875%, 11/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 85 | | | | 77,331 | |
Hilton Grand Vacations Borrower Escrow LLC/Hilton Grand Vacations Borrower Esc 4.875%, 07/01/2031(a) | | | | | | | 9 | | | | 7,880 | |
5.00%, 06/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 45 | | | | 40,724 | |
MGM Resorts International 4.75%, 10/15/2028 | | | | | | | 7 | | | | 6,506 | |
Shea Homes LP/Shea Homes Funding Corp. 4.75%, 02/15/2028 | | | | | | | 11 | | | | 10,062 | |
Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc. 5.875%, 06/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 15 | | | | 14,966 | |
Travel + Leisure Co. 6.625%, 07/31/2026(a) | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 19,966 | |
Wynn Las Vegas LLC/Wynn Las Vegas Capital Corp. 5.25%, 05/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 33 | | | | 31,708 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 384,002 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Restaurants – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
1011778 BC ULC/New Red Finance, Inc. 3.875%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 17 | | | | 15,933 | |
4.375%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 35 | | | | 32,847 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 48,780 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Retailers – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bath & Body Works, Inc. 7.50%, 06/15/2029 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 64 | | | $ | 65,149 | |
9.375%, 07/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 6 | | | | 6,430 | |
eG Global Finance PLC 4.375%, 02/07/2025(a) | | | EUR | | | | 144 | | | | 147,868 | |
Michaels Cos, Inc. (The) 5.25%, 05/01/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 73 | | | | 60,096 | |
Rite Aid Corp. 7.50%, 07/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 9 | | | | 6,189 | |
Staples, Inc. 7.50%, 04/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 15 | | | | 12,671 | |
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. 4.00%, 08/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 169 | | | | 140,399 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 438,802 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Elanco Animal Health, Inc. 6.65%, 08/28/2028(f) | | | | | | | 173 | | | | 168,341 | |
Embecta Corp. 5.00%, 02/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 48 | | | | 41,402 | |
Legacy LifePoint Health LLC 4.375%, 02/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 114 | | | | 97,044 | |
Medline Borrower LP 3.875%, 04/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 26 | | | | 22,745 | |
Newell Brands, Inc. 4.70%, 04/01/2026(f) | | | | | | | 26 | | | | 24,828 | |
4.875%, 06/01/2025 | | | | | | | 7 | | | | 6,818 | |
6.375%, 09/15/2027 | | | | | | | 53 | | | | 52,139 | |
6.625%, 09/15/2029 | | | | | | | 53 | | | | 52,388 | |
RegionalCare Hospital Partners Holdings, Inc./LifePoint Health, Inc. 9.75%, 12/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 7 | | | | 5,824 | |
RP Escrow Issuer LLC 5.25%, 12/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 39 | | | | 27,343 | |
US Acute Care Solutions LLC 6.375%, 03/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 81 | | | | 72,573 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 571,445 | |
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Energy – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Blue Racer Midstream LLC/Blue Racer Finance Corp. 7.625%, 12/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 8 | | | | 8,082 | |
CITGO Petroleum Corp. 7.00%, 06/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 33 | | | | 32,832 | |
Civitas Resources, Inc. 5.00%, 10/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 30 | | | | 28,335 | |
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Crescent Energy Finance LLC 7.25%, 05/01/2026(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 28 | | | $ | 26,800 | |
Genesis Energy LP/Genesis Energy Finance Corp. 7.75%, 02/01/2028 | | | | | | | 15 | | | | 14,782 | |
8.00%, 01/15/2027 | | | | | | | 21 | | | | 20,961 | |
Nabors Industries Ltd. 7.25%, 01/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 12 | | | | 11,317 | |
Nabors Industries, Inc. 7.375%, 05/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 11 | | | | 10,671 | |
New Fortress Energy, Inc. 6.75%, 09/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 75 | | | | 71,575 | |
NGL Energy Operating LLC/NGL Energy Finance Corp. 7.50%, 02/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 44 | | | | 42,356 | |
Summit Midstream Holdings LLC/Summit Midstream Finance Corp. 8.50%, 10/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 40 | | | | 38,575 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 306,286 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other Industrial – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ritchie Bros Holdings, Inc. 6.75%, 03/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 78 | | | | 80,712 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Services – 1.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ADT Security Corp. (The) 4.875%, 07/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 7 | | | | 6,094 | |
Allied Universal Holdco LLC/Allied Universal Finance Corp. 6.625%, 07/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 57 | | | | 54,934 | |
ANGI Group LLC 3.875%, 08/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 260 | | | | 203,172 | |
APX Group, Inc. 6.75%, 02/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 53 | | | | 53,067 | |
Aramark Services, Inc. 5.00%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 33 | | | | 31,390 | |
Block, Inc. 2.75%, 06/01/2026 | | | | | | | 36 | | | | 32,549 | |
Garda World Security Corp. 7.75%, 02/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 103 | | | | 103,515 | |
Millennium Escrow Corp. 6.625%, 08/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 50 | | | | 33,802 | |
MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC 5.75%, 11/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 78 | | | | 49,142 | |
Neptune Bidco US, Inc. 9.29%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 108 | | | | 101,655 | |
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Prime Security Services Borrower LLC/Prime Finance, Inc. 3.375%, 08/31/2027(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 23 | | | $ | 20,616 | |
6.25%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 82 | | | | 76,837 | |
Sabre GLBL, Inc. 9.25%, 04/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 84 | | | | 77,479 | |
11.25%, 12/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 35 | | | | 30,711 | |
ZipRecruiter, Inc. 5.00%, 01/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 63 | | | | 54,930 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 929,893 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Technology – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Gen Digital, Inc. 6.75%, 09/30/2027(a) | | | | | | | 42 | | | | 42,330 | |
NCR Corp. 5.00%, 10/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 105 | | | | 91,616 | |
Presidio Holdings, Inc. 4.875%, 02/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 56 | | | | 53,037 | |
8.25%, 02/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 2 | | | | 1,884 | |
Rackspace Technology Global, Inc. 3.50%, 02/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 105 | | | | 43,539 | |
Veritas US, Inc./Veritas Bermuda Ltd. 7.50%, 09/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 214 | | | | 161,964 | |
Virtusa Corp. 7.125%, 12/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 10 | | | | 8,061 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 402,431 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Transportation - Airlines – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
American Airlines, Inc./AAdvantage Loyalty IP Ltd. 5.50%, 04/20/2026(a) | | | | | | | 44 | | | | 43,225 | |
Hawaiian Brand Intellectual Property Ltd./HawaiianMiles Loyalty Ltd. 5.75%, 01/20/2026(a) | | | | | | | 94 | | | | 87,490 | |
Spirit Loyalty Cayman Ltd./Spirit IP Cayman Ltd. 8.00%, 09/20/2025(a) | | | | | | | 134 | | | | 135,643 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 266,358 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Transportation - Services – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Albion Financing 1 SARL/Aggreko Holdings, Inc. 6.125%, 10/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 181,554 | |
Avis Budget Finance PLC 4.125%, 11/15/2024(a) | | | EUR | | | | 131 | | | | 142,944 | |
Loxam SAS 4.50%, 02/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 100 | | | | 104,209 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 428,707 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 6,847,487 | |
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Financial Institutions – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Banking – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bread Financial Holdings, Inc. 4.75%, 12/15/2024(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 35 | | | $ | 31,326 | |
7.00%, 01/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 7 | | | | 5,883 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 37,209 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Brokerage – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advisor Group Holdings, Inc. 10.75%, 08/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 52 | | | | 51,920 | |
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Finance – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Castlelake Aviation Finance DAC 5.00%, 04/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 62 | | | | 55,030 | |
Curo Group Holdings Corp. 7.50%, 08/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 53 | | | | 21,073 | |
SLM Corp. 3.125%, 11/02/2026 | | | | | | | 23 | | | | 20,112 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 96,215 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 185,344 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Utility – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other Utility – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Solaris Midstream Holdings LLC 7.625%, 04/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 25 | | | | 24,007 | |
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Total Corporates - Non-Investment Grade (cost $7,499,084) | | | | | | | | | | | 7,056,838 | |
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COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS – 5.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Risk Share Floating Rate – 5.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bellemeade Re Ltd. Series 2019-1A, Class M2 7.72% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.70%), 03/25/2029(a)(e) | | | | | | | 139 | | | | 139,587 | |
Series 2019-4A, Class M2 7.87% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.85%), 10/25/2029(a)(e) | | | | | | | 150 | | | | 150,259 | |
Series 2022-1, Class M1B 6.965% (SOFR + 2.15%), 01/26/2032(a)(e) | | | | | | | 193 | | | | 189,122 | |
Series 2022-2, Class M1A 8.824% (SOFR + 4.00%), 09/27/2032(a)(e) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 203,082 | |
Connecticut Avenue Securities Trust Series 2019-R02, Class 1M2 7.32% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.30%), 08/25/2031(a)(e) | | | | | | | 1 | | | | 508 | |
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Series 2019-R03, Class 1M2 7.17% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.15%), 09/25/2031(a)(e) | | U.S.$ | | | 1 | | | $ | 1,033 | |
Series 2023-R01, Class 1M1 7.224% (SOFR + 2.40%), 12/25/2042(a)(e) | | | | | 350 | | | | 351,488 | |
Series 2023-R02, Class 1M1 7.124% (SOFR + 2.30%), 01/25/2043(a)(e) | | | | | 369 | | | | 370,711 | |
Eagle Re Ltd. Series 2021-2, Class M1B 6.865% (SOFR + 2.05%), 04/25/2034(a)(e) | | | | | 150 | | | | 149,212 | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Structured Agency Credit Risk Debt Notes Series 2015-HQA1, Class M3 9.72% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.70%), 03/25/2028(e) | | | | | 74 | | | | 76,756 | |
Series 2019-DNA4, Class M2 6.97% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.95%), 10/25/2049(a)(e) | | | | | 2 | | | | 1,635 | |
Series 2020-DNA1, Class M2 6.72% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.70%), 01/25/2050(a)(e) | | | | | 24 | | | | 23,495 | |
Series 2021-DNA5, Class M2 6.465% (SOFR + 1.65%), 01/25/2034(a)(e) | | | | | 59 | | | | 58,373 | |
Series 2021-DNA6, Class M2 6.315% (SOFR + 1.50%), 10/25/2041(a)(e) | | | | | 150 | | | | 144,469 | |
Series 2021-DNA7, Class M1 5.665% (SOFR + 0.85%), 11/25/2041(a)(e) | | | | | 203 | | | | 200,673 | |
Series 2021-DNA7, Class M2 6.615% (SOFR + 1.80%), 11/25/2041(a)(e) | | | | | 225 | | | | 215,447 | |
Series 2021-HQA4, Class M1 5.765% (SOFR + 0.95%), 12/25/2041(a)(e) | | | | | 223 | | | | 215,102 | |
Series 2022-DNA2, Class M1B 7.215% (SOFR + 2.40%), 02/25/2042(a)(e) | | | | | 144 | | | | 141,842 | |
Series 2022-HQA1, Class M1B 8.315% (SOFR + 3.50%), 03/25/2042(a)(e) | | | | | 20 | | | | 20,236 | |
Series 2022-HQA2, Class M1B 8.815% (SOFR + 4.00%), 07/25/2042(a)(e) | | | | | 184 | | | | 188,366 | |
Series 2022-HQA3, Class M1A 7.115% (SOFR + 2.30%), 08/25/2042(a)(e) | | | | | 132 | | | | 132,709 | |
Series 2023-DNA1, Class M1A 6.924% (SOFR + 2.10%), 03/25/2043(a)(e) | | | | | 379 | | | | 379,931 | |
Series 2023-DNA2, Class M1A 6.899% (SOFR + 2.10%), 04/25/2043(a)(e) | | | | | 120 | | | | 120,298 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association Connecticut Avenue Securities Series 2015-C02, Class 1M2 9.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 05/25/2025(e) | | | | | 16 | | | | 16,719 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Series 2015-C03, Class 1M2 10.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.00%), 07/25/2025(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 19 | | | $ | 20,528 | |
Series 2015-C04, Class 2M2 10.57% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.55%), 04/25/2028(e) | | | | | | | 2 | | | | 2,352 | |
Series 2016-C01, Class 2M2 11.97% (LIBOR 1 Month + 6.95%), 08/25/2028(e) | | | | | | | 8 | | | | 8,340 | |
Series 2016-C04, Class 1B 15.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 10.25%), 01/25/2029(e) | | | | | | | 118 | | | | 125,674 | |
Series 2021-R02, Class 2M2 6.815% (SOFR + 2.00%), 11/25/2041(a)(e) | | | | | | | 230 | | | | 219,937 | |
Series 2023-R03, Class 2M1 7.315% (SOFR + 2.50%), 04/25/2043(a)(e) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 250,625 | |
Home Re Ltd. Series 2020-1, Class M2 10.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.25%), 10/25/2030(a)(e) | | | | | | | 150 | | | | 152,492 | |
Series 2021-1, Class M1B 6.57% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.55%), 07/25/2033(a)(e) | | | | | | | 91 | | | | 90,431 | |
Oaktown Re II Ltd. Series 2018-1A, Class M1 6.57% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.55%), 07/25/2028(a)(e) | | | | | | | 19 | | | | 18,772 | |
PMT Credit Risk Transfer Trust Series 2019-2R, Class A 7.768% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.75%), 05/27/2023(a)(e) | | | | | | | 27 | | | | 26,871 | |
Series 2019-3R, Class A 8.718% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.70%), 11/27/2031(a)(e) | | | | | | | 14 | | | | 13,653 | |
Radnor Re Ltd. Series 2019-1, Class M1B 6.97% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.95%), 02/25/2029(a)(e) | | | | | | | 96 | | | | 95,744 | |
Series 2020-1, Class M1C 6.77% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.75%), 01/25/2030(a)(e) | | | | | | | 150 | | | | 148,575 | |
Triangle Re Ltd. Series 2021-3, Class M1A 6.715% (SOFR + 1.90%), 02/25/2034(a)(e) | | | | | | | 92 | | | | 91,575 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 4,756,622 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Agency Fixed Rate – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. REMICs Series 4913, Class IO 6.00%, 04/15/2041(g) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 69 | | | $ | 14,002 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association REMICs Series 2012-120, Class CI 3.50%, 12/25/2031(g) | | | | | | | 107 | | | | 3,269 | |
Series 2016-26, Class IO 5.00%, 05/25/2046(g) | | | | | | | 156 | | | | 23,671 | |
Series 2016-31, Class IO 5.00%, 06/25/2046(g) | | | | | | | 208 | | | | 32,631 | |
Series 2016-64, Class BI 5.00%, 09/25/2046(g) | | | | | | | 25 | | | | 3,677 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 77,250 | |
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Agency Floating Rate – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. REMICs Series 4372, Class JS 1.152% (6.10% – LIBOR 1 Month), 08/15/2044(e)(h) | | | | | | | 87 | | | | 9,098 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association REMICs Series 2012-17, Class ES 1.53% (6.55% – LIBOR 1 Month), 03/25/2041(e)(h) | | | | | | | 66 | | | | 2,663 | |
Series 2012-17, Class SE 0.93% (5.95% – LIBOR 1 Month), 03/25/2042(e)(h) | | | | | | | 64 | | | | 8,550 | |
Series 2019-25, Class SA 1.03% (6.05% – LIBOR 1 Month), 06/25/2049(e)(h) | | | | | | | 43 | | | | 5,000 | |
Series 2019-42, Class SQ 1.03% (6.05% – LIBOR 1 Month), 08/25/2049(e)(h) | | | | | | | 37 | | | | 4,798 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 30,109 | |
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Total Collateralized Mortgage Obligations (cost $4,874,774) | | | | | | | | | | | 4,863,981 | |
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MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGHS – 4.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Agency Fixed Rate 30-Year – 4.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Uniform Mortgage-Backed Security Series 2023 4.50%, 05/12/2052, TBA (cost $3,750,254) | | | | | | | 3,805 | | | | 3,718,321 | |
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GOVERNMENTS - SOVEREIGN AGENCIES – 4.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Canada – 4.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Canada Housing Trust No. 1 1.95%, 12/15/2025(a) (cost $4,032,418) | | | CAD | | | | 5,065 | | | $ | 3,579,441 | |
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ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES – 3.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other ABS - Fixed Rate – 1.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Affirm Asset Securitization Trust Series 2023-A, Class A 6.61%, 01/18/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 383 | | | | 381,114 | |
BHG Securitization Trust Series 2023-A, Class A 5.55%, 04/17/2036(a) | | | | | | | 160 | | | | 158,515 | |
Consumer Loan Underlying Bond Certificate Issuer Trust I Series 2019-43, Class PT (62.813)%, 11/15/2044(i) | | | | | | | 0 | ** | | | 8 | |
Dext ABS LLC Series 2023-1, Class A2 5.99%, 03/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 210 | | | | 209,979 | |
Lendmark Funding Trust Series 2023-1A, Class A 7.37%, 05/20/2033(a) | | | | | | | 210 | | | | 209,961 | |
Pagaya AI Debt Trust Series 2023-1, Class A2 7.556%, 07/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 109 | | | | 108,860 | |
Series 2023-3, Class A 7.60%, 12/16/2030(a) | | | | | | | 100 | | | | 100,619 | |
Theorem Funding Trust Series 2022-1A, Class A 1.85%, 02/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 74 | | | | 72,502 | |
Series 2022-3A, Class A 7.60%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 216 | | | | 217,769 | |
Series 2023-1A, Class A 7.58%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 200,224 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 1,659,551 | |
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Autos - Fixed Rate – 1.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ACM Auto Trust Series 2023-1A, Class A 6.61%, 01/22/2030(a) | | | | | | | 132 | | | | 131,782 | |
Exeter Automobile Receivables Trust Series 2018-4A, Class E 5.38%, 07/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 115 | | | | 114,838 | |
Series 2019-1A, Class E 5.20%, 01/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 40 | | | | 39,825 | |
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FHF Trust Series 2023-1A, Class A2 6.57%, 06/15/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 210 | | | $ | 210,245 | |
Foursight Capital Automobile Receivables Trust Series 2023-1, Class A2 5.43%, 10/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 180 | | | | 179,007 | |
Lendbuzz Securitization Trust Series 2023-1A, Class A2 6.92%, 08/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 190 | | | | 190,324 | |
Tricolor Auto Securitization Trust Series 2023-1A, Class A 6.48%, 08/17/2026(a) | | | | | | | 177 | | | | 176,827 | |
United Auto Credit Securitization Trust Series 2023-1, Class A 5.57%, 07/10/2025(a) | | | | | | | 131 | | | | 131,189 | |
Westlake Automobile Receivables Trust Series 2019-2A, Class E 4.02%, 04/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 14 | | | | 13,988 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 1,188,025 | |
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Total Asset-Backed Securities (cost $2,854,504) | | | | | | | | | | | 2,847,576 | |
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COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS – 2.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CLO - Floating Rate – 2.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ballyrock CLO 15 Ltd. Series 2021-1A, Class C 8.36% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.10%), 04/15/2034(a)(e) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 227,324 | |
Dryden 98 CLO Ltd. Series 2022-98A, Class D 8.149% (SOFR + 3.10%), 04/20/2035(a)(e) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 220,553 | |
Galaxy 30 CLO Ltd. Series 2022-30A, Class D 8.336% (SOFR + 3.35%), 04/15/2035(a)(e) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 224,154 | |
New Mountain CLO 3 Ltd. Series CLO-3A, Class D 8.60% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.35%), 10/20/2034(a)(e) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 223,827 | |
Palmer Square CLO Ltd. Series 2021-3A, Class D 8.21% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.95%), 01/15/2035(a)(e) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 230,866 | |
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PPM CLO 5 Ltd. Series 2021-5A, Class D 8.312% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.05%), 10/18/2034(a)(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 250 | | | $ | 212,447 | |
Regatta XX Funding Ltd. Series 2021-2A, Class D 8.36% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.10%), 10/15/2034(a)(e) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 233,641 | |
Regatta XXIV Funding Ltd. Series 2021-5A, Class D 8.35% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.10%), 01/20/2035(a)(e) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 227,166 | |
Rockford Tower CLO Ltd. Series 2021-2A, Class D 8.50% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.25%), 07/20/2034(a)(e) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 223,021 | |
Sixth Street CLO XVII Ltd. Series 2021-17A, Class D 8.40% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.15%), 01/20/2034(a)(e) | | | | | | | 250 | | | | 235,050 | |
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Total Collateralized Loan Obligations (cost $2,485,209) | | | | | | | | | | | 2,258,049 | |
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COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES – 2.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-Agency Fixed Rate CMBS – 2.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BAMLL Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2013-WBRK, Class D 3.652%, 03/10/2037(a) | | | | | | | 100 | | | | 83,960 | |
BANK Series 2020-BN28, Class XA 1.879%, 03/15/2063(g) | | | | | | | 2,036 | | | | 198,745 | |
Series 2020-BN29, Class XA 1.442%, 11/15/2053(g) | | | | | | | 981 | | | | 71,835 | |
Barclays Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2019-C3, Class XA 1.469%, 05/15/2052(g) | | | | | | | 960 | | | | 57,925 | |
BBCMS Mortgage Trust Series 2017-C1, Class XA 1.625%, 02/15/2050(g) | | | | | | | 1,301 | | | | 57,531 | |
CD Mortgage Trust Series 2016-CD1, Class XA 1.499%, 08/10/2049(g) | | | | | | | 1,498 | | | | 48,710 | |
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CFCRE Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2016-C4, Class XA 1.767%, 05/10/2058(g) | | U.S.$ | | | 82 | | | $ | 2,949 | |
Series 2017-C8, Class XA 1.643%, 06/15/2050(g) | | | | | 275 | | | | 12,399 | |
Citigroup Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2017-P7, Class XA 1.265%, 04/14/2050(g) | | | | | 815 | | | | 27,650 | |
Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2012-CR5, Class C 4.483%, 12/10/2045(a) | | | | | 60 | | | | 55,831 | |
Series 2014-CR16, Class D 5.08%, 04/10/2047(a) | | | | | 100 | | | | 85,175 | |
Series 2016-DC2, Class XA 1.078%, 02/10/2049(g) | | | | | 2,397 | | | | 48,086 | |
GS Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2013-GC13, Class D 4.207%, 07/10/2046(a) | | | | | 100 | | | | 39,999 | |
Series 2016-GS3, Class XA 1.319%, 10/10/2049(g) | | | | | 1,282 | | | | 40,211 | |
Series 2017-GS5, Class XA 0.975%, 03/10/2050(g) | | | | | 1,414 | | | | 36,150 | |
Series 2017-GS7, Class XA 1.228%, 08/10/2050(g) | | | | | 3,272 | | | | 116,808 | |
Series 2019-GC39, Class XA 1.279%, 05/10/2052(g) | | | | | 4,631 | | | | 205,787 | |
JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2013-C14, Class D 4.701%, 08/15/2046(a) | | | | | 75 | | | | 32,344 | |
JPMorgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2012-LC9, Class G 3.902%, 12/15/2047(a) | | | | | 100 | | | | 68,015 | |
Series 2013-LC11, Class B 3.499%, 04/15/2046 | | | | | 110 | | | | 95,425 | |
UBS Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2017-C1, Class XA 1.687%, 06/15/2050(g) | | | | | 1,044 | | | | 49,355 | |
Series 2017-C2, Class XA 1.222%, 08/15/2050(g) | | | | | 2,020 | | | | 72,711 | |
Series 2018-C14, Class XA 1.058%, 12/15/2051(g) | | | | | 811 | | | | 31,314 | |
Series 2018-C15, Class XA 1.069%, 12/15/2051(g) | | | | | 594 | | | | 23,038 | |
Series 2019-C18, Class XA 1.148%, 12/15/2052(g) | | | | | 1,257 | | | | 56,105 | |
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UBS-Barclays Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2013-C6, Class D 4.552%, 04/10/2046(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 81 | | | $ | 66,280 | |
Wells Fargo Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2016-LC24, Class XA 1.749%, 10/15/2049(g) | | | | | | | 776 | | | | 32,505 | |
Series 2018-C48, Class XA 1.109%, 01/15/2052(g) | | | | | | | 763 | | | | 30,685 | |
Series 2019-C52, Class XA 1.749%, 08/15/2052(g) | | | | | | | 931 | | | | 66,150 | |
WF-RBS Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2011-C4, Class D 4.991%, 06/15/2044(a) | | | | | | | 60 | | | | 51,433 | |
Series 2011-C4, Class E 4.991%, 06/15/2044(a) | | | | | | | 25 | | | | 17,365 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,882,476 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-Agency Floating Rate CMBS – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BFLD Trust Series 2019-DPLO, Class E 7.245% (SOFR + 2.35%), 10/15/2034(a)(e) | | | | | | | 10 | | | | 9,798 | |
Great Wolf Trust Series 2019-WOLF, Class D 6.938% (SOFR + 2.05%), 12/15/2036(a)(e) | | | | | | | 45 | | | | 43,866 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital I Trust Series 2019-BPR, Class D 9.198% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.25%), 05/15/2036(a)(e) | | | | | | | 133 | | | | 121,777 | |
Starwood Retail Property Trust Series 2014-STAR, Class A 6.418% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.47%), 11/15/2027(a)(e) | | | | | | | 89 | | | | 63,373 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 238,814 | |
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Total Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (cost $2,345,025) | | | | | | | | | | | 2,121,290 | |
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BANK LOANS – 1.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 1.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital Goods – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ACProducts Holdings, Inc. 9.409% (LIBOR 3 Month + 4.25%), 05/17/2028(j) | | | | | | | 100 | | | | 79,193 | |
Chariot Buyer LLC 8.275% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.25%), 11/03/2028(j) | | | | | | | 10 | | | | 9,569 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | 88,762 | |
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Communications - Media – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Coral-US Co-Borrower LLC 7.948% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.00%), 10/15/2029(j) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 30 | | | $ | 29,470 | |
Univision Communications, Inc. 7.775% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.75%), 03/15/2024(j) | | | | | | | 2 | | | | 1,653 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 31,123 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Communications - Telecommunications – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Crown Subsea Communications Holding, Inc. 9.668% (SOFR 1 Month + 4.75%), 04/27/2027(j)(k) | | | | | | | 40 | | | | 39,668 | |
Directv Financing, LLC 10.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.00%), 08/02/2027(j) | | | | | | | 26 | | | | 24,872 | |
Zacapa SARL 8.898% (SOFR 3 Month + 4.00%), 03/22/2029(j) | | | | | | | 43 | | | | 41,947 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 106,487 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Entertainment – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Seaworld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. 8.063% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.00%), 08/25/2028(j) | | | | | | | 141 | | | | 140,151 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Retailers – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Restoration Hardware, Inc. 8.332% (SOFR 1 Month + 3.25%), 10/20/2028(j) | | | | | | | 40 | | | | 36,898 | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Kronos Acquisition Holdings, Inc. 8.703% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.75%), 12/22/2026(j) | | | | | | | 39 | | | | 38,074 | |
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Energy – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
GIP II Blue Holding, L.P. 9.659% (LIBOR 3 Month + 4.50%), 09/29/2028(j) | | | | | | | 82 | | | | 81,457 | |
Parkway Generation, LLC 9.900% (SOFR 3 Month + 4.75%), 02/18/2029(j) | | | | | | | 118 | | | | 113,729 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 195,186 | |
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Other Industrial – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
American Tire Distributors, Inc. 11.488% (SOFR 3 Month + 6.25%), 10/20/2028(j) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 60 | | | $ | 50,391 | |
Rockwood Service Corporation 9.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 01/23/2027(j) | | | | | | | 3 | | | | 2,975 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 53,366 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Technology – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Amentum Government Services Holdings LLC 9.025% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 01/29/2027(j)(k) | | | | | | | 3 | | | | 2,815 | |
Ascend Learning, LLC 10.832% (SOFR 1 Month + 5.75%), 12/10/2029(j) | | | | | | | 30 | | | | 25,988 | |
Banff Guarantor, Inc. 10.525% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.50%), 02/27/2026(j) | | | | | | | 10 | | | | 9,646 | |
Boxer Parent Company, Inc. 8.775% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.75%), 10/02/2025(j) | | | | | | | 27 | | | | 26,388 | |
Endurance International Group Holdings, Inc. 8.792% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.50%), 02/10/2028(j)(k) | | | | | | | 88 | | | | 81,899 | |
FINThrive Software Intermediate Holdings, Inc. 11.775% (LIBOR 1 Month + 6.75%), 12/17/2029(j) | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 14,025 | |
Loyalty Ventures, Inc. 11.50% (PRIME 3 Month + 3.50%), 11/03/2027(j)(l)(m) | | | | | | | 77 | | | | 7,227 | |
Peraton Corp. 8.832% (SOFR 1 Month + 3.75%), 02/01/2028(j) | | | | | | | 19 | | | | 18,825 | |
Presidio Holdings, Inc. | | | | | | | | | | | | |
8.582% (SOFR 1 Month + 3.50%), 01/22/2027(j) | | | | | | | 0 | ** | | | 344 | |
8.645% (SOFR 3 Month + 3.50%), 01/22/2027(j) | | | | | | | 9 | | | | 8,816 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 195,973 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 886,020 | |
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Financial Institutions – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Finance – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Orbit Private Holdings I Ltd. 9.541% (SOFR 6 Month + 4.50%), 12/11/2028(j) | | | | | | | 30 | | | | 29,588 | |
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Insurance – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Asurion, LLC 9.332% (SOFR 1 Month + 4.25%), 08/19/2028(j) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 70 | | | $ | 64,960 | |
Cross Financial Corp. 9.063% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 09/15/2027(j) | | | | | | | 49 | | | | 48,880 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 113,840 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 143,428 | |
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Utility – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Granite Generation LLC 8.775% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.75%), 11/09/2026(j) | | | | | | | 24 | | | | 22,347 | |
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Total Bank Loans (cost $1,175,484) | | | | | | | | | | | 1,051,795 | |
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EMERGING MARKETS - CORPORATE BONDS – 0.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 0.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Eldorado Gold Corp. 6.25%, 09/01/2029(a) | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 26,040 | |
Volcan Cia Minera SAA 4.375%, 02/11/2026(a) | | | | | | | 41 | | | | 30,976 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 57,016 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Capital Goods – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Embraer Netherlands Finance BV 5.40%, 02/01/2027 | | | | | | | 115 | | | | 110,687 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Wynn Macau Ltd. 5.50%, 01/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 300 | | | | 277,875 | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Central American Bottling Corp./CBC Bottling Holdco SL/Beliv Holdco SL 5.25%, 04/27/2029(a) | | | | | | | 21 | | | | 19,593 | |
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Energy – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Acu Petroleo Luxembourg SARL 7.50%, 01/13/2032(a) | | | | | | | 248 | | | | 215,827 | |
Leviathan Bond Ltd. 5.75%, 06/30/2023(a) | | | | | | | 26 | | | | 25,811 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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6.125%, 06/30/2025(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 23 | | | $ | 22,183 | |
6.50%, 06/30/2027(a) | | | | | | | 30 | | | | 28,412 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 292,233 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Emerging Markets - Corporate Bonds (cost $760,483) | | | | | | | | | | | 757,404 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
EMERGING MARKETS - SOVEREIGNS – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Angola – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Angolan Government International Bond 9.50%, 11/12/2025(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 197,350 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Ecuador – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ecuador Government International Bond 2.50%, 07/31/2035(a)(f) | | | | | | | 21 | | | | 7,809 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
El Salvador – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
El Salvador Government International Bond 8.625%, 02/28/2029(a) | | | | | | | 90 | | | | 52,110 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Ivory Coast – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ivory Coast Government International Bond 5.875%, 10/17/2031(a) | | | EUR | | | | 100 | | | | 89,481 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Lebanon – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Lebanon Government International Bond 6.10%, 10/04/2022(a)(l)(n) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 16 | | | | 923 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Senegal – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Senegal Government International Bond 4.75%, 03/13/2028(a) | | | EUR | | | | 100 | | | | 90,962 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Ukraine – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ukraine Government International Bond 7.75%, 09/01/2027(a)(f) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 100 | | | | 17,269 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Total Emerging Markets - Sovereigns (cost $675,646) | | | | | | | | | | | 455,904 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
QUASI-SOVEREIGNS – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Quasi-Sovereign Bonds – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Mexico – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Comision Federal de Electricidad 4.688%, 05/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 180,038 | |
Petroleos Mexicanos 5.35%, 02/12/2028 | | | | | | | 32 | | | | 26,526 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 206,564 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Ukraine – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
State Agency of Roads of Ukraine 6.25%, 06/24/2030(f)(i) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 200 | | | $ | 32,100 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Total Quasi-Sovereigns (cost $408,920) | | | | | | | | | | | 238,664 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
| | | | | Shares | | | | |
WARRANTS – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Athabasca Oil Corp., expiring 11/01/2026(k)(l) (cost $0) | | | | | | | 50 | | | | 93 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | | |
SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS – 3.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bills – 2.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bill Zero Coupon, 07/27/2023 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 511 | | | | 504,758 | |
Zero Coupon, 08/10/2023 | | | | | | | 901 | | | | 888,659 | |
Zero Coupon, 09/14/2023 | | | | | | | 188 | | | | 184,846 | |
Zero Coupon, 09/28/2023 | | | | | | | 927 | | | | 908,696 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Total U.S. Treasury Bills (cost $2,488,550) | | | | | | | | | | | 2,486,959 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
| | | | | Shares | | | | |
Investment Companies – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AB Fixed Income Shares, Inc. – Government Money Market Portfolio – Class AB, 4.74%(o)(p)(q) (cost $447,251) | | | | | | | 447,251 | | | | 447,251 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Total Short-Term Investments (cost $2,935,801) | | | | | | | | | | | 2,934,210 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Total Investments – 110.6% (cost $96,795,574) | | | | | | | | | | | 94,222,985 | |
Other assets less liabilities – (10.6)% | | | | | | | | | | | (9,028,175 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Net Assets – 100.0% | | | | | | | | | | $ | 85,194,810 | |
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FUTURES (see Note D)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Description | | Number of Contracts | | | Expiration Month | | | Current Notional | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Purchased Contracts | |
U.S. T-Note 5 Yr (CBT) Futures | | | 12 | | | | June 2023 | | | $ | 1,316,906 | | | $ | 2,750 | |
|
Sold Contracts | |
10 Yr Canadian Bond Futures | | | 9 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 837,524 | | | | (33,426 | ) |
Euro-BOBL Futures | | | 5 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 649,956 | | | | (15,487 | ) |
Euro-Schatz Futures | | | 2 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 232,887 | | | | (2,129 | ) |
U.S. 10 Yr Ultra Futures | | | 10 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 1,214,531 | | | | (23,936 | ) |
U.S. T-Note 2 Yr (CBT) Futures | | | 13 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 2,680,133 | | | | (25,814 | ) |
U.S. T-Note 10 Yr (CBT) Futures | | | 37 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 4,262,516 | | | | (129,434 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | $ | (227,476 | ) |
| | | | | |
FORWARD CURRENCY EXCHANGE CONTRACTS (see Note D)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Counterparty | | Contracts to Deliver (000) | | | In Exchange For (000) | | | Settlement Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Bank of America, NA | | | EUR | | | | 1,404 | | | | USD | | | | 1,495 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | $ | (52,707 | ) |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc. | | | CAD | | | | 4,872 | | | | USD | | | | 3,571 | | | | 06/09/2023 | | | | (27,519 | ) |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | | USD | | | | 293 | | | | EUR | | | | 275 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | | 9,401 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | | GBP | | | | 111 | | | | USD | | | | 136 | | | | 05/24/2023 | | | | (3,197 | ) |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | | NZD | | | | 78 | | | | USD | | | | 48 | | | | 06/22/2023 | | | | 163 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | $ | (73,859 | ) |
| | | | | |
CENTRALLY CLEARED CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Description | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Sale Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CDX-NAHY Series 40, 5 Year Index, 06/20/2028* | | | 5.00 | % | | | Quarterly | | | | 4.65 | % | | | USD | | | | 3,899 | | | $ | 76,370 | | | $ | 32,428 | | | $ | 43,942 | |
iTraxxx Xover Series 39, 5 Year Index, 06/20/2028* | | | 5.00 | | | | Quarterly | | | | 4.34 | | | | EUR | | | | 638 | | | | 22,495 | | | | (3,293 | ) | | | 25,788 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 98,865 | | | $ | 29,135 | | | $ | 69,730 | |
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CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Swap Counterparty & Referenced Obligation | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Sale Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | % | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | % | | | USD | | | | 286 | | | $ | (59,057 | ) | | $ | (99,558 | ) | | $ | 40,501 | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 15 | | | | (3,071 | ) | | | (3,421 | ) | | | 350 | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 10 | | | | (2,126 | ) | | | (2,392 | ) | | | 266 | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 11 | | | | (2,244 | ) | | | (2,500 | ) | | | 256 | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 6 | | | | (1,181 | ) | | | (1,435 | ) | | | 254 | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 14 | | | | (2,834 | ) | | | (1,103 | ) | | | (1,731 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 21 | | | | (4,252 | ) | | | (1,646 | ) | | | (2,606 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 30 | | | | (6,260 | ) | | | (1,771 | ) | | | (4,489 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 45 | | | | (9,331 | ) | | | (2,621 | ) | | | (6,710 | ) |
Credit Suisse International | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.A Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 2.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 138 | | | | (22,294 | ) | | | (4,128 | ) | | | (18,166 | ) |
Goldman Sachs International | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 89 | | | | (18,426 | ) | | | (18,218 | ) | | | (208 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 14 | | | | (2,835 | ) | | | (1,098 | ) | | | (1,737 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 229 | | | | (47,246 | ) | | | (26,811 | ) | | | (20,435 | ) |
JPMorgan Securities, LLC | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 7 | | | | (1,417 | ) | | | (549 | ) | | | (868 | ) |
Morgan Stanley & Co. International PLC | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.A Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 2.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 154 | | | | (24,789 | ) | | | (14,766 | ) | | | (10,023 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 2 | | | | (354 | ) | | | (98 | ) | | | (256 | ) |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (207,717 | ) | | $ | (182,115 | ) | | $ | (25,602 | ) |
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TOTAL RETURN SWAPS (see Note D)
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Counterparty & Referenced Obligation | | Rate Paid/ Received | | | Payment Frequency | | | Current Notional (000) | | | Maturity Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Receive Total Return on Reference Obligation | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Goldman Sachs International Markit iBoxx USD Contingent Convertible Liquid Developed Markets AT1 Index TRI | |
| 1 Day SOFR | | | | Maturity | | | | USD | | | | 130 | | | | 06/20/2023 | | | $ | (21,318 | ) |
REVERSE REPURCHASE AGREEMENTS (see Note D)
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Broker | | Interest Rate | | | Maturity | | | U.S. $ Value at April 30, 2023 | |
HSBC Securities (USA), Inc.† | | | 4.94 | % | | | — | | | $ | 4,552,460 | |
HSBC Securities (USA), Inc.† | | | 4.94 | % | | | — | | | | 3,043,405 | |
HSBC Securities (USA), Inc.† | | | 4.94 | % | | | — | | | | 1,719,125 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | $ | 9,314,990 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
† | The reverse repurchase agreement matures on demand. Interest rate resets daily and the rate shown is the rate in effect on April 30, 2023. |
The type of underlying collateral and the remaining maturity of open reverse repurchase agreements on the statements of assets and liabilities is as follows:
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Overnight and Continuous | | | Up to 30 Days | | | 31-90 Days | | | Greater than 90 Days | | | Total | |
Governments – Treasuries | | $ | 9,314,990 | | | $ | – 0 – | | | $ | – 0 – | | | $ | – 0 – | | | $ | 9,314,990 | |
** | Principal amount less than 500. |
(a) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities are considered restricted, but liquid and may be resold in transactions exempt from registration. At April 30, 2023, the aggregate market value of these securities amounted to $27,364,336 or 32.1% of net assets. |
(b) | Position, or a portion thereof, has been segregated to collateralize OTC derivatives outstanding. |
(c) | Position, or a portion thereof, has been segregated to collateralize reverse repurchase agreements. |
(d) | Securities are perpetual and, thus, do not have a predetermined maturity date. The date shown, if applicable, reflects the next call date. |
(e) | Floating Rate Security. Stated interest/floor/ceiling rate was in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(f) | Coupon rate adjusts periodically based upon a predetermined schedule. Stated interest rate in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(h) | Inverse interest only security. |
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(i) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities, which represent 0.04% of net assets as of April 30, 2023, are considered illiquid and restricted. Additional information regarding such securities follows: |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
144A/Restricted & Illiquid Securities | | Acquisition Date | | | Cost | | | Market Value | | | Percentage of Net Assets | |
Consumer Loan Underlying Bond Certificate Issuer Trust I Series 2019-43, Class PT (62.813)%, 11/15/2044 | | | 10/09/2019 | | | $ | 8 | | | $ | 8 | | | | 0.00 | % |
State Agency of Roads of Ukraine 6.25%, 06/24/2030 | | | 06/24/2021 | | | | 200,000 | | | | 32,100 | | | | 0.04 | % |
(j) | The stated coupon rate represents the greater of the LIBOR or the LIBOR floor rate plus a spread at April 30, 2023. |
(k) | Security in which significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) were used in determining fair value. |
(l) | Non-income producing security. |
(n) | Defaulted matured security. |
(o) | Affiliated investments. |
(p) | To obtain a copy of the fund’s shareholder report, please go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227-4618. |
(q) | The rate shown represents the 7-day yield as of period end. |
Currency Abbreviations:
CAD – Canadian Dollar
EUR – Euro
GBP – Great British Pound
NZD – New Zealand Dollar
USD – United States Dollar
Glossary:
ABS – Asset-Backed Securities
BOBL – Bundesobligationen
CBT – Chicago Board of Trade
CDX-CMBX.NA – North American Commercial Mortgage-Backed Index
CDX-NAHY – North American High Yield Credit Default Swap Index
CLO – Collateralized Loan Obligations
CMBS – Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities
LIBOR – London Interbank Offered Rate
REIT – Real Estate Investment Trust
REMICs – Real Estate Mortgage Investment Conduits
SOFR – Secured Overnight Financing Rate
TBA – To Be Announced
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
| | | | |
Assets | |
Investments in securities, at value | | | | |
Unaffiliated issuers (cost $96,348,323) | | $ | 93,775,734 | |
Affiliated issuers (cost $447,251) | | | 447,251 | |
Cash | | | 11,245 | |
Cash collateral due from broker | | | 613,976 | |
Foreign currencies, at value (cost $10,002) | | | 10,085 | |
Receivable for investment securities sold | | | 2,003,234 | |
Receivable for capital stock sold | | | 1,660,290 | |
Interest receivable | | | 988,789 | |
Receivable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 14,472 | |
Unrealized appreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 9,564 | |
Affiliated dividends receivable | | | 1,078 | |
Receivable due from Adviser | | | 707 | |
| | | | |
Total assets | | | 99,536,425 | |
| | | | |
Liabilities | |
Payable for reverse repurchase agreements | | | 9,314,990 | |
Payable for investment securities purchased | | | 4,475,218 | |
Market value on credit default swaps (net premiums received $182,115) | | | 207,717 | |
Dividends payable | | | 89,092 | |
Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 83,423 | |
Payable for variation margin on futures | | | 32,891 | |
Unrealized depreciation on total return swaps | | | 21,318 | |
Payable for capital stock redeemed | | | 7,035 | |
Foreign capital gains tax payable | | | 1,976 | |
Directors’ fees payable | | | 1,558 | |
Transfer Agent fee payable | | | 1,453 | |
Distribution fee payable | | | 628 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 104,316 | |
| | | | |
Total liabilities | | | 14,341,615 | |
| | | | |
Net Assets | | $ | 85,194,810 | |
| | | | |
Composition of Net Assets | |
Capital stock, at par | | $ | 9,593 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 92,004,799 | |
Accumulated loss | | | (6,819,582 | ) |
| | | | |
Net Assets | | $ | 85,194,810 | |
| | | | |
Net Asset Value Per Share—33 billion shares of capital stock authorized, $.001 par value
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Class | | Net Assets | | | Shares Outstanding | | | Net Asset Value | |
| |
A | | $ | 3,267,095 | | | | 367,532 | | | $ | 8.89 | * |
| |
C | | $ | 205,169 | | | | 23,099 | | | $ | 8.88 | |
| |
Advisor | | $ | 81,722,546 | | | | 9,202,588 | | | $ | 8.88 | |
| |
* | The maximum offering price per share for Class A shares was $9.09 which reflects a sales charge of 2.25%. |
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
| | | | | | | | |
Investment Income | | | | | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 1,743,131 | | | | | |
Dividends—Affiliated issuers | | | 14,685 | | | | | |
Other income | | | 150 | | | $ | 1,757,966 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Expenses | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fee (see Note B) | | | 126,790 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class A | | | 3,211 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class C | | | 1,258 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class A | | | 661 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class C | | | 67 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Advisor Class | | | 13,932 | | | | | |
Custody and accounting | | | 53,195 | | | | | |
Administrative | | | 50,882 | | | | | |
Audit and tax | | | 29,400 | | | | | |
Registration fees | | | 24,240 | | | | | |
Legal | | | 22,661 | | | | | |
Printing | | | 11,861 | | | | | |
Directors’ fees | | | 8,978 | | | | | |
Miscellaneous | | | 6,384 | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total expenses before interest/bank overdraft expense | | | 353,520 | | | | | |
Interest/bank overdraft expense | | | 223,207 | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total expenses | | | 576,727 | | | | | |
Less: expenses waived and reimbursed by the Adviser (see Note B) | | | (186,386 | ) | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net expenses | | | | | | | 390,341 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | | | | | 1,367,625 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investment and Foreign Currency Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | | | | | | | | |
Investment transactions | | | | | | | (3,774,688 | ) |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | (4,851 | ) |
Futures | | | | | | | 739,472 | |
Swaps | | | | | | | 560,020 | |
Foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | (142,946 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of: | | | | | | | | |
Investments | | | | | | | 5,750,487 | |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | (39,753 | ) |
Futures | | | | | | | (845,897 | ) |
Swaps | | | | | | | (176,979 | ) |
Foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | | | | | 24,404 | |
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Net gain on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | 2,089,269 | |
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Net Increase in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | $ | 3,456,894 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
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| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | $ | 1,367,625 | | | $ | 1,287,861 | |
Net realized loss on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | (2,622,993 | ) | | | (345,257 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments and foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | 4,712,262 | | | | (6,635,271 | ) |
Contributions from Affiliates (see Note B) | | | – 0 | – | | | 7,236 | |
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations | | | 3,456,894 | | | | (5,685,431 | ) |
Distributions to Shareholders | |
Class A | | | (86,162 | ) | | | (173,022 | ) |
Class C | | | (6,128 | ) | | | (17,051 | ) |
Advisor Class | | | (1,878,640 | ) | | | (2,076,356 | ) |
Capital Stock Transactions | |
Net increase | | | 14,081,128 | | | | 14,728,932 | |
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Total increase | | | 15,567,092 | | | | 6,777,072 | |
Net Assets | |
Beginning of period | | | 69,627,718 | | | | 62,850,646 | |
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End of period | | $ | 85,194,810 | | | $ | 69,627,718 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
For the six months ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Cash flows from operating activities | | | | | | | | |
Net increase in net assets from operations | | | | | | $ | 3,456,894 | |
Reconciliation of net increase in net assets from operations to net decrease in cash from operating activities | | | | | | | | |
Purchases of long-term investments | | $ | (80,297,736 | ) | | | | |
Purchases of short-term investments | | | (28,615,656 | ) | | | | |
Proceeds from disposition of long-term investments | | | 75,359,699 | | | | | |
Proceeds from disposition of short-term investments | | | 26,624,891 | | | | | |
Net realized loss on investment transactions and foreign currency transactions | | | 2,622,993 | | | | | |
Net realized loss on forward currency exchange contracts | | | (4,851 | ) | | | | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments and foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | (4,712,262 | ) | | | | |
Net accretion of bond discount and amortization of bond premium | | | 206,149 | | | | | |
Increase in receivable for investments sold | | | (1,927,560 | ) | | | | |
Increase in interest receivable | | | (225,754 | ) | | | | |
Decrease in affiliated dividends receivable | | | 69 | | | | | |
Decrease in receivable due from Adviser | | | 18,044 | | | | | |
Decrease in cash collateral due from broker | | | 358,692 | | | | | |
Increase in payable for investments purchased | | | 1,921,153 | | | | | |
Decrease in Transfer Agent fee payable | | | (40 | ) | | | | |
Decrease in distribution fee payable | | | (295 | ) | | | | |
Increase in Directors’ fee payable | | | 32 | | | | | |
Decrease in accrued expenses | | | (54,123 | ) | | | | |
Payments on swaps, net | | | (100,035 | ) | | | | |
Proceeds for exchange-traded derivatives settlements, net | | | 284,629 | | | | | |
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Total adjustments | | | | | | | (8,541,961 | ) |
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Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities | | | | | | | (5,085,067 | ) |
Cash flows from financing activities | | | | | | | | |
Subscriptions of capital stock, net | | | 11,467,730 | | | | | |
Cash dividends paid (net of dividend reinvestments)† | | | (535,248 | ) | | | | |
Repayment of reverse repurchase agreements | | | (5,748,316 | ) | | | | |
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Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities | | | | | | | 5,184,166 | |
Effect of exchange rate on cash | | | | | | | (118,542 | ) |
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Net decrease in cash | | | | | | | (19,443 | ) |
Cash at beginning of period | | | | | | | 40,773 | |
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Cash at end of period | | | | | | $ | 21,330 | |
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Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information | | | | | | | | |
† Reinvestment of dividends | | $ | 1,394,677 | | | | | |
Interest expense paid during the period | | $ | 218,898 | | | | | |
In accordance with U.S. GAAP, the Fund has included a Statement of Cash Flows as a result of its significant investments in reverse repurchase agreements throughout the period.
See notes to financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
NOTE A
Significant Accounting Policies
AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 as an open-end management investment company. The Company, which is a Maryland corporation, operates as a series company comprised of 10 portfolios currently in operation. Each portfolio is considered to be a separate entity for financial reporting and tax purposes. This report relates only to the AB Short Duration Income Portfolio (the “Fund”), a diversified portfolio. The Fund has authorized the issuance of Class A, Class B, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I, Class Z, Class T, Class 1 and Class 2 shares. Class B, Class R, Class K, Class I, Class Z, Class T, Class 1 and Class 2 shares have not been issued. Effective March 7, 2022, the maximum sales charge for purchases of Class A shares was reduced from 4.25% to 2.25% and purchases in amounts of $500,000 or more, or by certain group retirement plans, may have been subject to a 1%, 18-month contingent deferred sales charge, which may have been subject to waiver in certain circumstances. Prior to March 7, 2022, purchases of Class A shares in amounts of $1,000,000 or more, or by certain group retirement plans, may be subject to a 1%, 1-year contingent deferred sales charge, which may be subject to waiver in certain circumstances. Class C shares are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1% on redemptions made within the first year after purchase, and 0% after the first year of purchase. Effective May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically convert to Class A shares eight years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Prior to May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically converted to Class A shares 10 years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Advisor Class shares are sold without any initial or contingent deferred sales charge and are not subject to ongoing distribution expenses. All 11 classes of shares have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights, except that the classes bear different distribution and transfer agency expenses. Each class has exclusive voting rights with respect to its distribution plan. The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The Fund is an investment company under U.S. GAAP and follows the accounting and reporting guidance applicable to investment companies. The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund.
1. Security Valuation
Portfolio securities are valued at market value determined on the basis of market quotations or, if market quotations are not readily available or are
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unreliable, at “fair value” as determined in accordance with procedures approved by and under the oversight of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Pursuant to these procedures, AllianceBernstein L.P. (the “Adviser”) serves as the Fund’s valuation designee pursuant to Rule 2a-5 of the 1940 Act. In this capacity, the Adviser is responsible, among other things, for making all fair value determinations relating to the Fund’s portfolio investments, subject to the Board’s oversight.
In general, the market values of securities which are readily available and deemed reliable are determined as follows: securities listed on a national securities exchange (other than securities listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market, Inc. (“NASDAQ”)) or on a foreign securities exchange are valued at the last sale price at the close of the exchange or foreign securities exchange. If there has been no sale on such day, the securities are valued at the last traded price from the previous day. Securities listed on more than one exchange are valued by reference to the principal exchange on which the securities are traded; securities listed only on NASDAQ are valued in accordance with the NASDAQ Official Closing Price; listed or over the counter (“OTC”) market put or call options are valued at the mid level between the current bid and ask prices. If either a current bid or current ask price is unavailable, the Adviser will have discretion to determine the best valuation (e.g., last trade price in the case of listed options); open futures are valued using the closing settlement price or, in the absence of such a price, the most recent quoted bid price. If there are no quotations available for the day of valuation, the last available closing settlement price is used; U.S. Government securities and any other debt instruments having 60 days or less remaining until maturity are generally valued at market by an independent pricing vendor, if a market price is available. If a market price is not available, the securities are valued at amortized cost. This methodology is commonly used for short term securities that have an original maturity of 60 days or less, as well as short term securities that had an original term to maturity that exceeded 60 days. In instances when amortized cost is utilized, the Valuation Committee (the “Committee”) must reasonably conclude that the utilization of amortized cost is approximately the same as the fair value of the security. Factors the Committee will consider include, but are not limited to, an impairment of the creditworthiness of the issuer or material changes in interest rates. Fixed-income securities, including mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, may be valued on the basis of prices provided by a pricing service or at a price obtained from one or more of the major broker-dealers. In cases where broker-dealer quotes are obtained, the Adviser may establish procedures whereby changes in market yields or spreads are used to adjust, on a daily basis, a recently obtained quoted price on a security. Swaps and other derivatives are valued daily, primarily using independent pricing services, independent pricing models using market inputs, as well as third party broker-dealers or
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counterparties. Open-end mutual funds are valued at the closing net asset value per share, while exchange traded funds are valued at the closing market price per share.
Securities for which market quotations are not readily available (including restricted securities) or are deemed unreliable are valued at fair value as deemed appropriate by the Adviser. Factors considered in making this determination may include, but are not limited to, information obtained by contacting the issuer, analysts, analysis of the issuer’s financial statements or other available documents. In addition, the Fund may use fair value pricing for securities primarily traded in non-U.S. markets because most foreign markets close well before the Fund values its securities at 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time. The earlier close of these foreign markets gives rise to the possibility that significant events, including broad market moves, may have occurred in the interim and may materially affect the value of those securities. To account for this, the Fund generally values many of its foreign equity securities using fair value prices based on third party vendor modeling tools to the extent available.
2. Fair Value Measurements
In accordance with U.S. GAAP regarding fair value measurements, fair value is defined as the price that the Fund would receive to sell an asset or pay to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. U.S. GAAP establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and a three-level hierarchy for fair value measurements based upon the transparency of inputs to the valuation of an asset or liability (including those valued based on their market values as described in Note A.1 above). Inputs may be observable or unobservable and refer broadly to the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. Observable inputs reflect the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on market data obtained from sources independent of the Fund. Unobservable inputs reflect the Fund’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on the best information available in the circumstances. Each investment is assigned a level based upon the observability of the inputs which are significant to the overall valuation. The three-tier hierarchy of inputs is summarized below.
| • | | Level 1—quoted prices in active markets for identical investments |
| • | | Level 2—other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar investments, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.) |
| • | | Level 3—significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments) |
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The fair value of debt instruments, such as bonds, and over-the-counter derivatives is generally based on market price quotations, recently executed market transactions (where observable) or industry recognized modeling techniques and are generally classified as Level 2. Pricing vendor inputs to Level 2 valuations may include quoted prices for similar investments in active markets, interest rate curves, coupon rates, currency rates, yield curves, option adjusted spreads, default rates, credit spreads and other unique security features in order to estimate the relevant cash flows which are then discounted to calculate fair values. If these inputs are unobservable and significant to the fair value, these investments will be classified as Level 3.
Where readily available market prices or relevant bid prices are not available for certain equity investments, such investments may be valued based on similar publicly traded investments, movements in relevant indices since last available prices or based upon underlying company fundamentals and comparable company data (such as multiples to earnings or other multiples to equity). Where an investment is valued using an observable input, such as another publicly traded security, the investment will be classified as Level 2. If management determines that an adjustment is appropriate based on restrictions on resale, illiquidity or uncertainty, and such adjustment is a significant component of the valuation, the investment will be classified as Level 3. An investment will also be classified as Level 3 where management uses company fundamentals and other significant inputs to determine the valuation.
Valuations of mortgage-backed or other asset-backed securities, by pricing vendors, are based on both proprietary and industry recognized models and discounted cash flow techniques. Significant inputs to the valuation of these instruments are value of the collateral, the rates and timing of delinquencies, the rates and timing of prepayments, and default and loss expectations, which are driven in part by housing prices for residential mortgages. Significant inputs are determined based on relative value analyses, which incorporate comparisons to instruments with similar collateral and risk profiles, including relevant indices. Mortgage and asset-backed securities for which management has collected current observable data through pricing services are generally categorized within Level 2. Those investments for which current observable data has not been provided are classified as Level 3.
Bank loan prices are provided by third party pricing services and consist of a composite of the quotes received by the vendor into a consensus price. Certain bank loans are classified as Level 3, as a significant input used in the fair value measurement of these instruments is the market quotes that are received by the vendor and these inputs are not observable.
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Other fixed income investments, including non-U.S. government and corporate debt, are generally valued using quoted market prices, if available, which are typically impacted by current interest rates, maturity dates and any perceived credit risk of the issuer. Additionally, in the absence of quoted market prices, these inputs are used by pricing vendors to derive a valuation based upon industry or proprietary models which incorporate issuer specific data with relevant yield/spread comparisons with more widely quoted bonds with similar key characteristics. Those investments for which there are observable inputs are classified as Level 2. Where the inputs are not observable, the investments are classified as Level 3.
The following table summarizes the valuation of the Fund’s investments by the above fair value hierarchy levels as of April 30, 2023:
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Investments in Securities: | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Governments – Treasuries | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 51,157,747 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 51,157,747 | |
Corporates – Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | | 11,181,672 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 11,181,672 | |
Corporates – Non-Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | | 7,056,838 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 7,056,838 | |
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,863,981 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,863,981 | |
Mortgage Pass-Throughs | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,718,321 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,718,321 | |
Governments – Sovereign Agencies | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,579,441 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,579,441 | |
Asset-Backed Securities | | | 209,961 | | | | 2,637,615 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,847,576 | |
Collateralized Loan Obligations | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,258,049 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,258,049 | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,121,290 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,121,290 | |
Bank Loans | | | – 0 | – | | | 927,413 | | | | 124,382 | | | | 1,051,795 | |
Emerging Markets – Corporate Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 757,404 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 757,404 | |
Emerging Markets – Sovereigns | | | – 0 | – | | | 455,904 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 455,904 | |
Quasi-Sovereigns | | | – 0 | – | | | 238,664 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 238,664 | |
Warrants | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 93 | | | | 93 | |
Short-Term Investments: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,486,959 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,486,959 | |
Investment Companies | | | 447,251 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 447,251 | |
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Total Investments in Securities | | | 657,212 | | | | 93,441,298 | | | | 124,475 | | | | 94,222,985 | |
Other Financial Instruments(a): | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures | | | 2,750 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,750 | (b) |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | 9,564 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 9,564 | |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 98,865 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 98,865 | (b) |
Liabilities: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures | | | (230,226 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (230,226 | )(b) |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | (83,423 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (83,423 | ) |
Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (207,717 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (207,717 | ) |
Total Return Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (21,318 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (21,318 | ) |
Reverse Repurchase Agreements | | | (9,314,990 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (9,314,990 | ) |
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Total | | $ | (8,885,254 | ) | | $ | 93,237,269 | | | $ | 124,475 | | | $ | 84,476,490 | |
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(a) | Other financial instruments are derivative instruments, such as futures, forwards and swaps, which are valued at the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on the instrument. Other financial instruments may also include swaps with upfront premiums, written options and written swaptions which are valued at market value. |
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(b) | Only variation margin receivable (payable) at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. Where applicable, centrally cleared swaps with upfront premiums are presented here at market value. |
3. Currency Translation
Assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies and commitments under forward currency exchange contracts are translated into U.S. dollars at the mean of the quoted bid and ask prices of such currencies against the U.S. dollar. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities are translated into U.S. dollars at the rates of exchange prevailing when such securities were acquired or sold. Income and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars at rates of exchange prevailing when accrued.
Net realized gain or loss on foreign currency transactions represents foreign exchange gains and losses from sales and maturities of foreign fixed income investments, holding of foreign currencies, currency gains or losses realized between the trade and settlement dates on foreign investment transactions, and the difference between the amounts of dividends, interest and foreign withholding taxes recorded on the Fund’s books and the U.S. dollar equivalent amounts actually received or paid. Net unrealized currency gains and losses from valuing foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities at period end exchange rates are reflected as a component of net unrealized appreciation or depreciation of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities.
4. Taxes
It is the Fund’s policy to meet the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute all of its investment company taxable income and net realized gains, if any, to shareholders. Therefore, no provisions for federal income or excise taxes are required. The Fund may be subject to taxes imposed by countries in which it invests. Such taxes are generally based on income and/or capital gains earned or repatriated. Taxes are accrued and applied to net investment income, net realized gains and net unrealized appreciation/depreciation as such income and/or gains are earned.
In accordance with U.S. GAAP requirements regarding accounting for uncertainties in income taxes, management has analyzed the Fund’s tax positions taken or expected to be taken on federal and state income tax returns for all open tax years (the current and the prior two tax years) and has concluded that no provision for income tax is required in the Fund’s financial statements.
5. Investment Income and Investment Transactions
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date or as soon as the Fund is informed of the dividend. Interest income is accrued daily.
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Investment transactions are accounted for on the date the securities are purchased or sold. Investment gains or losses are determined on the identified cost basis. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date at the fair value of the securities received. The Fund amortizes premiums and accretes discounts as adjustments to interest income. The Fund accounts for distributions received from REIT investments or from regulated investment companies as dividend income, realized gain, or return of capital based on information provided by the REIT or the investment company.
6. Class Allocations
All income earned and expenses incurred by the Fund are borne on a pro-rata basis by each outstanding class of shares, based on the proportionate interest in the Fund represented by the net assets of such class, except for class specific expenses which are allocated to the respective class. Expenses of the Company are charged proportionately to each fund or based on other appropriate methods. Realized and unrealized gains and losses are allocated among the various share classes based on respective net assets.
7. Dividends and Distributions
Dividends and distributions to shareholders, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gains distributions are determined in accordance with federal tax regulations and may differ from those determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on their federal tax basis treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
NOTE B
Advisory Fee and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Under the terms of the investment advisory agreement, the Fund pays the Adviser an advisory fee at an annual rate of .35% of the first $2.5 billion of the Fund’s average daily net assets and .30% of the excess over $2.5 billion of the Fund’s average daily net assets. The fee is accrued daily and paid monthly. The Adviser has agreed to waive its fees and bear certain expenses to the extent necessary to limit total operating expenses (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest, interest expense, taxes, extraordinary expenses, and brokerage commissions and other transaction costs), on an annual basis (the “Expense Caps”) to .65%, 1.45% and .45% of daily average net assets for Class A, Class C, and Advisor Class shares, respectively. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such reimbursement/waivers amounted to $135,152. The Expense Caps may not be terminated by the Adviser before January 31, 2024. Any
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fees waived and expenses borne by the Adviser through January 20, 2021 may be reimbursed by Fund until the end of the third fiscal year after the fiscal period in which the fee was waived or the expense was borne; such waivers that are subject to repayment amounted to $63,883 for the year ended October 31, 2021. In any case, no reimbursement payment will be made that would cause the Fund’s total annual operating expenses to exceed the Expense Caps’ net fee percentage set forth above.
Pursuant to the investment advisory agreement, the Fund may reimburse the Adviser for certain legal and accounting services provided to the Fund by the Adviser. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Adviser voluntarily agreed to waive such fees in the amount of $50,882.
The Fund compensates AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. (“ABIS”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, under a Transfer Agency Agreement for providing personnel and facilities to perform transfer agency services for the Fund. ABIS may make payments to intermediaries that provide omnibus account services, sub-accounting services and/or networking services. Such compensation retained by ABIS amounted to $8,998 for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, serves as the distributor of the Fund’s shares. The Distributor has advised the Fund that it has retained front-end sales charges of $557 from the sale of Class A shares and received $0 and $0 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed upon redemptions by shareholders of Class A and Class C shares, respectively, for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
The Fund may invest in AB Government Money Market Portfolio (the “Government Money Market Portfolio”) which has a contractual annual advisory fee rate of .20% of the portfolio’s average daily net assets and bears its own expenses. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive ..10% of the advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio (resulting in a net advisory fee of .10%) until August 31, 2023. In connection with the investment by the Fund in Government Money Market Portfolio, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of the effective advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio, as borne indirectly by the Fund as an acquired fund fee and expense. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such waiver amounted to $352.
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A summary of the Fund’s transactions in AB mutual funds for the six months ended April 30, 2023 is as follows:
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Fund | | Market Value 10/31/22 (000) | | | Purchases at Cost (000) | | | Sales Proceeds (000) | | | Market Value 4/30/23 (000) | | | Dividend Income (000) | |
Government Money Market Portfolio | | $ | 921 | | | $ | 24,535 | | | $ | 25,009 | | | $ | 447 | | | $ | 15 | |
During the year ended October 31, 2022, the Adviser reimbursed the Fund $7,236 for trading losses incurred due to a trade entry error.
NOTE C
Distribution Services Agreement
The Fund has adopted a Distribution Services Agreement (the “Agreement”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Under the Agreement, the Fund pays distribution and servicing fees to the Distributor at an annual rate of up to .25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares and 1% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C shares. There are no distribution and servicing fees on the Advisor Class. Payments under the Agreement in respect of Class A shares are currently limited to an annual rate of .20% of Class A shares’ average daily net assets. The fees are accrued daily and paid monthly. The Agreement provides that the Distributor will use such payments in their entirety for distribution assistance and promotional activities. Since the commencement of the Fund’s operations, the Distributor has incurred expenses in excess of the distribution costs reimbursed by the Fund in the amount of $1,106 for Class C shares. While such costs may be recovered from the Fund in future periods so long as the Agreement is in effect, the rate of the distribution and servicing fees payable under the Agreement may not be increased without a shareholder vote. In accordance with the Agreement, there is no provision for recovery of unreimbursed distribution costs incurred by the Distributor beyond the current fiscal year for Class A shares. The Agreement also provides that the Adviser may use its own resources to finance the distribution of the Fund’s shares.
NOTE D
Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) for the six months ended April 30, 2023 were as follows:
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| | Purchases | | | Sales | |
Investment securities (excluding U.S. government securities) | | $ | 14,141,835 | | | $ | 10,127,030 | |
U.S. government securities | | | 66,145,961 | | | | 64,553,195 | |
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The cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was substantially the same as the cost for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, gross unrealized appreciation and unrealized depreciation are as follows:
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Gross unrealized appreciation | | $ | 564,880 | |
Gross unrealized depreciation | | | (3,415,994 | ) |
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Net unrealized depreciation | | $ | (2,851,114 | ) |
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1. Derivative Financial Instruments
The Fund may use derivatives in an effort to earn income and enhance returns, to replace more traditional direct investments, to obtain exposure to otherwise inaccessible markets (collectively, “investment purposes”), or to hedge or adjust the risk profile of its portfolio.
The principal types of derivatives utilized by the Fund, as well as the methods in which they may be used are:
The Fund may buy or sell futures for investment purposes or for the purpose of hedging its portfolio against adverse effects of potential movements in the market. The Fund bears the market risk that arises from changes in the value of these instruments and the imperfect correlation between movements in the price of the futures and movements in the price of the assets, reference rates or indices which they are designed to track. Among other things, the Fund may purchase or sell futures for foreign currencies or options thereon for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investment in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
At the time the Fund enters into futures, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the exchange on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for exchange-traded futures is generally less than privately negotiated futures, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each exchange-traded future, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
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Use of long futures subjects the Fund to risk of loss in excess of the amounts shown on the statement of assets and liabilities, up to the notional value of the futures. Use of short futures subjects the Fund to unlimited risk of loss. Under some circumstances, futures exchanges may establish daily limits on the amount that the price of futures can vary from the previous day’s settlement price, which could effectively prevent liquidation of unfavorable positions.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held futures for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
| • | | Forward Currency Exchange Contracts |
The Fund may enter into forward currency exchange contracts in order to hedge its exposure to changes in foreign currency exchange rates on its foreign portfolio holdings, to hedge certain firm purchase and sale commitments denominated in foreign currencies and for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investments in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
A forward currency exchange contract is a commitment to purchase or sell a foreign currency at a future date at a negotiated forward rate. The gain or loss arising from the difference between the original contract and the closing of such contract would be included in net realized gain or loss on forward currency exchange contracts. Fluctuations in the value of open forward currency exchange contracts are recorded for financial reporting purposes as unrealized appreciation and/or depreciation by the Fund. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of a contract and from unanticipated movements in the value of a foreign currency relative to the U.S. dollar.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held forward currency exchange contracts for hedging purposes.
The Fund may enter into swaps to hedge its exposure to interest rates, credit risk, equity markets or currencies. The Fund may also enter into swaps for non-hedging purposes as a means of gaining market exposures, making direct investments in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions.” A swap is an agreement that obligates two parties to exchange a series of cash flows at specified intervals based upon or calculated by reference to changes in specified prices or rates for a specified amount of an underlying asset. The payment flows are usually netted against each other, with the difference being paid by one party to the other. In addition, collateral may be pledged or received by the Fund in accordance with the terms of the respective swaps to provide value
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and recourse to the Fund or its counterparties in the event of default, bankruptcy or insolvency by one of the parties to the swap.
Risks may arise as a result of the failure of the counterparty to the swap to comply with the terms of the swap. The loss incurred by the failure of a counterparty is generally limited to the net interim payment to be received by the Fund, and/or the termination value at the end of the contract. Therefore, the Fund considers the creditworthiness of each counterparty to a swap in evaluating potential counterparty risk. This risk is mitigated by having a netting arrangement between the Fund and the counterparty and by the posting of collateral by the counterparty to the Fund to cover the Fund’s exposure to the counterparty. Additionally, risks may arise from unanticipated movements in interest rates or in the value of the underlying securities. The Fund accrues for the interim payments on swaps on a daily basis, with the net amount recorded within unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of assets and liabilities, where applicable. Once the interim payments are settled in cash, the net amount is recorded as realized gain/(loss) on swaps on the statement of operations, in addition to any realized gain/(loss) recorded upon the termination of swaps. Upfront premiums paid or received for swaps are recognized as cost or proceeds on the statement of assets and liabilities and are amortized on a straight line basis over the life of the contract. Amortized upfront premiums are included in net realized gain/(loss) from swaps on the statement of operations. Fluctuations in the value of swaps are recorded as a component of net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of operations.
Certain standardized swaps, including certain interest rate swaps and credit default swaps, are (or soon will be) subject to mandatory central clearing. Cleared swaps are transacted through futures commission merchants (“FCMs”) that are members of central clearinghouses, with the clearinghouse serving as central counterparty, similar to transactions in futures contracts. Centralized clearing will be required for additional categories of swaps on a phased-in basis based on requirements published by the Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
At the time the Fund enters into a centrally cleared swap, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the clearinghouse on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the
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Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for centrally cleared swaps is generally less than non-centrally cleared swaps, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each centrally cleared swap, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Interest Rate Swaps:
The Fund is subject to interest rate risk exposure in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. Because the Fund holds fixed rate bonds, the value of these bonds may decrease if interest rates rise. To help hedge against this risk and to maintain its ability to generate income at prevailing market rates, the Fund may enter into interest rate swaps. Interest rate swaps are agreements between two parties to exchange cash flows based on a notional amount. The Fund may elect to pay a fixed rate and receive a floating rate, or, receive a fixed rate and pay a floating rate on a notional amount.
In addition, the Fund may also enter into interest rate swap transactions to preserve a return or spread on a particular investment or portion of its portfolio, or protecting against an increase in the price of securities the Fund anticipates purchasing at a later date. Interest rate swaps involve the exchange by a Fund with another party of their respective commitments to pay or receive interest (e.g., an exchange of floating rate payments for fixed rate payments) computed based on a contractually-based principal (or “notional”) amount. Interest rate swaps are entered into on a net basis (i.e., the two payment streams are netted out, with the Fund receiving or paying, as the case may be, only the net amount of the two payments).
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held interest rate swaps for non-hedging purposes.
Credit Default Swaps:
The Fund may enter into credit default swaps, including to manage its exposure to the market or certain sectors of the market, to reduce its risk exposure to defaults by corporate and sovereign issuers held by the Fund, or to create exposure to corporate or sovereign issuers to which it is not otherwise exposed. The Fund may purchase credit protection (“Buy Contract”) or provide credit protection (“Sale Contract”) on the referenced obligation of the credit default swap. During the term of the swap, the Fund receives/(pays) fixed payments from/(to) the respective counterparty, calculated at the agreed upon rate applied to the notional amount. If the Fund is a buyer/(seller) of
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protection and a credit event occurs, as defined under the terms of the swap, the Fund will either (i) receive from the seller/(pay to the buyer) of protection an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap (the “Maximum Payout Amount”) and deliver/(take delivery of) the referenced obligation or (ii) receive/(pay) a net settlement amount in the form of cash or securities equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the referenced obligation. In certain circumstances Maximum Payout Amounts may be partially offset by recovery values of the respective referenced obligations, upfront premium received upon entering into the agreement, or net amounts received from settlement of buy protection credit default swaps entered into by the Fund for the same referenced obligations with the same counterparty.
Credit default swaps may involve greater risks than if the Fund had invested in the referenced obligation directly. Credit default swaps are subject to general market risk, liquidity risk, counterparty risk and credit risk. If the Fund is a buyer of protection and no credit event occurs, it will lose the payments it made to its counterparty. If the Fund is a seller of protection and a credit event occurs, the value of the referenced obligation received by the Fund coupled with the periodic payments previously received, may be less than the Maximum Payout Amount it pays to the buyer, resulting in a net loss to the Fund.
Implied credit spreads over U.S. Treasuries of comparable maturity utilized in determining the market value of credit default swaps on issuers as of period end are disclosed in the portfolio of investments. The implied spreads serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and typically reflect the likelihood of default by the issuer of the referenced obligation. The implied credit spread of a particular reference obligation also reflects the cost of buying/selling protection and may reflect upfront payments required to be made to enter into the agreement. Widening credit spreads typically represent a deterioration of the referenced obligation’s credit soundness and greater likelihood of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the agreement. A credit spread identified as “Defaulted” indicates a credit event has occurred for the referenced obligation.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held credit default swaps for non-hedging purposes.
Total Return Swaps:
The Fund may enter into total return swaps in order to take a “long” or “short” position with respect to an underlying referenced asset. The Fund is subject to market price volatility of the underlying referenced
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asset. A total return swap involves commitments to pay interest in exchange for a market linked return based on a notional amount. To the extent that the total return of the security, group of securities or index underlying the transaction exceeds or falls short of the offsetting interest obligation, the Fund will receive a payment from or make a payment to the counterparty.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held total return swaps for non-hedging purposes.
The Fund typically enters into International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreements (“ISDA Master Agreement”) with its OTC derivative contract counterparties in order to, among other things, reduce its credit risk to OTC counterparties. ISDA Master Agreements include provisions for general obligations, representations, collateral and events of default or termination. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund typically may offset with the OTC counterparty certain derivative financial instruments’ payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment (close-out netting) in the event of default or termination. In the event of a default by an OTC counterparty, the return of collateral with market value in excess of the Fund’s net liability, held by the defaulting party, may be delayed or denied.
The Fund’s ISDA Master Agreements may contain provisions for early termination of OTC derivative transactions in the event the net assets of the Fund decline below specific levels (“net asset contingent features”). If these levels are triggered, the Fund’s OTC counterparty has the right to terminate such transaction and require the Fund to pay or receive a settlement amount in connection with the terminated transaction. If OTC derivatives were held at period end, please refer to netting arrangements by the OTC counterparty table below for additional details.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund had entered into the following derivatives:
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| | Asset Derivatives | | | Liability Derivatives | |
Derivative Type | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
Interest rate contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on futures | | $ | 2,750 | * | | Payable for variation margin on futures | | $ | 230,226 | * |
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Credit contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 69,730 | * | | | | | | |
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| | Asset Derivatives | | | Liability Derivatives | |
Derivative Type | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
Foreign currency contracts | | Unrealized appreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | $ | 9,564 | | | Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | $ | 83,423 | |
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Credit contracts | | | | | | | | Market value on credit default swaps | | | 207,717 | |
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Credit contracts | | | | | | | | Unrealized depreciation on total return swaps | | | 21,318 | |
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Total | | | | $ | 82,044 | | | | | $ | 542,684 | |
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* | Only variation margin receivable/payable at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. |
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Derivative Type | | Location of Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives Within Statement of Operations | | Realized Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives | | | Change in Unrealized Appreciation or (Depreciation) | |
Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on futures; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of futures | | $ | 739,472 | | | $ | (845,897 | ) |
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Foreign currency contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on forward currency exchange contracts; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of forward currency exchange contracts | | | (4,851 | ) | | | (39,753 | ) |
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Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | | (10,060 | ) | | | 10,611 | |
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Credit contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | | 570,080 | | | | (187,590 | ) |
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Total | | | | $ | 1,294,641 | | | $ | (1,062,629 | ) |
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The following table represents the average monthly volume of the Fund’s derivative transactions during the six months ended April 30, 2023:
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Futures: | |
Average notional amount of buy contracts | | $ | 1,517,249 | (a) |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 11,814,466 | |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts: | |
Average principal amount of buy contracts | | $ | 252,462 | (a) |
Average principal amount of sale contracts | | $ | 5,200,780 | |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swaps: | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 763,258 | (a) |
Credit Default Swaps: | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 1,283,867 | |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps: | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 5,953,205 | |
Total Return Swaps: | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 150,000 | |
(a) | Positions were open for four months during the period. |
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the statement of assets and liabilities.
All OTC derivatives held at period end were subject to netting arrangements. The following table presents the Fund’s derivative assets and liabilities by OTC counterparty net of amounts available for offset under ISDA Master Agreements (“MA”) and net of the related collateral received/pledged by the Fund as of April 30, 2023. Exchange-traded derivatives and centrally cleared swaps are not subject to netting arrangements and as such are excluded from the table.
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Counterparty | | Derivative Assets Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Received* | | | Security Collateral Received* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Assets | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | $ | 9,564 | | | $ | (3,197 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 6,367 | |
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Total | | $ | 9,564 | | | $ | (3,197 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 6,367 | ^ |
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Counterparty | | Derivative Liabilities Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Pledged* | | | Security Collateral Pledged* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities | |
Bank of America, NA | | $ | 52,707 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 52,707 | |
Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. | | | 90,356 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (90,356 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
Credit Suisse International | | | 22,294 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (22,294 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
Goldman Sachs International | | | 89,825 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 89,825 | |
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Counterparty | | Derivative Liabilities Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Pledged* | | | Security Collateral Pledged* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities | |
JPMorgan Securities, LLC | | $ | 1,417 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 1,417 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services, Inc./Morgan Stanley & Co. International PLC | | | 52,662 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 52,662 | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | | 3,197 | | | | (3,197 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Total | | $ | 312,458 | | | $ | (3,197 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | (112,650 | ) | | $ | 196,611 | ^ |
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* | The actual collateral received/pledged may be more than the amount reported due to over-collateralization. |
^ | Net amount represents the net receivable/payable that would be due from/to the counterparty in the event of default or termination. The net amount from OTC financial derivative instruments can only be netted across transactions governed under the same master agreement with the same counterparty. |
2. Currency Transactions
The Fund may invest in non-U.S. Dollar-denominated securities on a currency hedged or unhedged basis. The Fund may seek investment opportunities by taking long or short positions in currencies through the use of currency-related derivatives, including forward currency exchange contracts, futures and options on futures, swaps, and other options. The Fund may enter into transactions for investment opportunities when it anticipates that a foreign currency will appreciate or depreciate in value but securities denominated in that currency are not held by the Fund and do not present attractive investment opportunities. Such transactions may also be used when the Adviser believes that it may be more efficient than a direct investment in a foreign currency-denominated security. The Fund may also conduct currency exchange contracts on a spot basis (i.e., for cash at the spot rate prevailing in the currency exchange market for buying or selling currencies).
3. TBA and Dollar Rolls
The Fund may invest in TBA mortgage-backed securities. A TBA, or “To Be Announced”, trade represents a contract for the purchase or sale of mortgage-backed securities to be delivered at a future agree-upon date; however, the specific mortgage pool numbers or the number of pools that will be delivered to fulfill the trade obligation or terms of the contract are unknown at the time of the trade. Mortgage pools (including fixed-rate or variable-rate mortgages) guaranteed by the Government National Mortgage Association, or GNMA, the Federal National Mortgage Association, or FNMA, or the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, or FHLMC, are subsequently allocated to the TBA transactions.
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The Fund may enter into certain TBA transactions known as dollar rolls. Dollar rolls involve sales by the Fund of securities for delivery in the current month and the Fund’s simultaneously contracting to repurchase substantially similar (same type and coupon) securities on a specified future date. During the roll period, the Fund forgoes principal and interest paid on the securities. The Fund is compensated by the difference between the current sales price and the lower forward price for the future purchase (often referred to as the “drop”) as well as by the interest earned on the cash proceeds of the initial sale. Dollar rolls involve the risk that the market value of the securities the Fund is obligated to repurchase under the agreement may decline below the repurchase price. Dollar rolls are speculative techniques. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund earned drop income of $3,807 which is included in interest income in the accompanying statement of operations.
4. Reverse Repurchase Agreements
The Fund may enter into reverse repurchase transactions (“RVP”) in accordance with the terms of a Master Repurchase Agreement (“MRA”), under which the Fund sells securities and agrees to repurchase them at a mutually agreed upon date and price. At the time the Fund enters into a reverse repurchase agreement, it will establish a segregated account with the custodian containing liquid assets having a value comparable to the repurchase price. Under the MRA and other Master Agreements, the Fund is permitted to offset payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted to the counterparty and create one single net payment due to or from the Fund in the event of a default. In the event of a default by a MRA counterparty, the Fund may be considered an unsecured creditor with respect to any excess collateral (collateral with a market value in excess of the repurchase price) held by and/or posted to the counterparty, and as such the return of such excess collateral may be delayed or denied. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the average amount of reverse repurchase agreements outstanding was $10,237,475 and the daily weighted average interest rate was 5.18%. At April 30, 2023, the Fund had reverse repurchase agreements outstanding in the amount of $9,314,990 as reported on the statement of assets and liabilities.
The following table presents the Fund’s RVP liabilities by counterparty net of the related collateral pledged by the Fund as of April 30, 2023:
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Counterparty | | RVP Liabilities Subject to a MRA | | | Securities Collateral Pledged†* | | | Net Amount of RVP Liabilities | |
HSBC Securities (USA), Inc. | | $ | 9,314,990 | | | $ | (7,630,139 | ) | | $ | 1,684,851 | |
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† | Including accrued interest. |
* | The actual collateral pledged may be more than the amount reported due to overcollateralization. |
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NOTE E
Capital Stock
Each class consists of 3,000,000,000 authorized shares. Transactions in capital shares for each class were as follows:
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class A | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 33,828 | | | | 159,760 | | | | | | | $ | 299,905 | | | $ | 1,490,085 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 7,147 | | | | 15,651 | | | | | | | | 63,348 | | | | 147,338 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (175,147 | ) | | | (231,832 | ) | | | | | | | (1,545,977 | ) | | | (2,212,710 | ) | | | | |
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Net decrease | | | (134,172 | ) | | | (56,421 | ) | | | | | | $ | (1,182,724 | ) | | $ | (575,287 | ) | | | | |
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Class C | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 1,857 | | | | 1,337 | | | | | | | $ | 16,467 | | | $ | 12,177 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 585 | | | | 1,520 | | | | | | | | 5,183 | | | | 14,464 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (12,958 | ) | | | (43,026 | ) | | | | | | | (115,625 | ) | | | (389,257 | ) | | | | |
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Net decrease | | | (10,516 | ) | | | (40,169 | ) | | | | | | $ | (93,975 | ) | | $ | (362,616 | ) | | | | |
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Advisor Class | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 3,700,104 | | | | 3,459,154 | | | | | | | $ | 32,818,195 | | | $ | 31,395,603 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 149,717 | | | | 93,772 | | | | | | | | 1,326,146 | | | | 881,855 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (2,122,690 | ) | | | (1,797,996 | ) | | | | | | | (18,786,514 | ) | | | (16,610,623 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase | | | 1,727,131 | | | | 1,754,930 | | | | | | | $ | 15,357,827 | | | $ | 15,666,835 | | | | | |
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At April 30, 2023, the Adviser owns approximately 26% of the Fund’s outstanding shares. At April 30, 2023, certain unaffiliated shareholders of the Fund owned 29% of the Fund’s outstanding shares. Significant transactions by such shareholder, if any, may impact the Fund’s performance.
NOTE F
Risks Involved in Investing in the Fund
Market Risk—The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the bond market fluctuates. The value of its investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
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Credit Risk—An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security.
Below Investment-Grade Securities Risk—Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as “junk bonds”) are subject to a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to such factors as specific corporate developments and negative perceptions of the junk bond market generally and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities.
Interest-Rate Risk—Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Duration Risk—Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to the full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk—This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities.
Mortgage-Related and/or Other Asset-Backed Securities Risk—Investments in mortgage-related and other asset-backed securities are subject to certain additional risks. The value of these securities may be particularly sensitive to changes in interest rates. These risks include “extension risk”, which is the risk that, in periods of rising interest rates,
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issuers may delay the payment of principal, and “prepayment risk”, which is the risk that in periods of falling interest rates, issuers may pay principal sooner than expected, exposing the Fund to a lower rate of return upon reinvestment of principal. Mortgage-backed securities offered by non-governmental issuers and other asset-backed securities may be subject to other risks, such as higher rates of default in the mortgages or assets backing the securities or risks associated with the nature and servicing of mortgages or assets backing the securities.
Foreign (Non-U.S.) Risk—Investments in securities of non-U.S. issuers may involve more risk than those of U.S. issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Emerging Market Risk—Investments in emerging market countries may have more risk because the markets are less developed and less liquid and are subject to increased economic, political, regulatory or other uncertainties.
Derivatives Risk—Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Leverage Risk—When the Fund borrows money or otherwise leverages its investments, its performance may be volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments. The Fund may create leverage through the use of reverse repurchase arrangements, forward currency exchange contracts, forward commitments, dollar rolls or futures or by borrowing money. The use of other types of derivative instruments by the Fund, such as options and swaps, may also result in a form of leverage. Leverage may result in higher returns to the Fund than if the Fund were not leveraged, but may also adversely affect returns, particularly if the market is declining.
Currency Risk—Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments or reduce its returns.
Illiquid Investments Risk—Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting
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the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally decline.
LIBOR Transition and Associated Risk—The Fund may be exposed to debt securities, derivatives or other financial instruments that utilize the London Interbank Offered Rate, or “LIBOR,” as a “benchmark” or “reference rate” for various interest rate calculations. In 2017, the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”), which regulates LIBOR, announced a desire to phase out the use of LIBOR by the end of 2021. As announced by the FCA and LIBOR’s administrator, ICE Benchmark Administration, most LIBOR settings (which reflect LIBOR rates quoted in different currencies over various time periods) have not been published since the end of 2021, but the most widely used U.S. Dollar LIBOR settings are expected to continue to be published until June 30, 2023. However, banks were strongly encouraged to cease entering into agreements with counterparties referencing LIBOR by the end of 2021. It is possible that a subset of LIBOR settings will be published after these dates on a “synthetic” basis, but any such publications would be considered non-representative of the underlying market. Since 2018 the Federal Reserve Bank of New York has published the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (referred to as SOFR), which is intended to replace U.S. Dollar LIBOR. SOFR is a broad measure of the cost of borrowing cash overnight collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities in the repurchase agreement (repo) market and has been used increasingly on a voluntary basis in new instruments and transactions. In addition, on March 15, 2022, the Adjustable Interest Rate Act was signed into law. This law provides a statutory fallback mechanism to replace LIBOR with a benchmark rate that is selected by the Federal Reserve Board and based on SOFR for certain contracts that reference LIBOR without adequate fallback provisions. On December 16, 2022, the Federal Reserve Board adopted regulations implementing the law by identifying benchmark rates based on SOFR that will replace LIBOR in different categories of financial contracts after June 30, 2023. The regulations include provisions that (i) provide a safe harbor for selection or use of a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; (ii) clarify who may choose the replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; and (iii) ensure that contracts adopting a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board will not be interrupted or terminated following the replacement of LIBOR.
The elimination of LIBOR or changes to other reference rates or any other changes or reforms to the determination or supervision of reference rates
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could have an adverse impact on the market for, or value of, any securities or payments linked to those reference rates, which may adversely affect the Fund’s performance and/or NAV. Uncertainty and risk also remain regarding the willingness and ability of issuers and lenders to include revised provisions in new and existing contracts or instruments. Consequently, the transition from LIBOR to other reference rates may lead to increased volatility and illiquidity in markets that are tied to LIBOR, fluctuations in values of LIBOR-related investments or investments in issuers that utilize LIBOR, increased difficulty in borrowing or refinancing and diminished effectiveness of hedging strategies, potentially adversely affecting the Fund’s performance. Furthermore, the risks associated with the expected discontinuation of LIBOR and transition may be exacerbated if the work necessary to effect an orderly transition to an alternative reference rate is not completed in a timely manner. Neither the effect of the LIBOR transition process nor its ultimate success can yet be known.
Indemnification Risk—In the ordinary course of business, the Fund enters into contracts that contain a variety of indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown. However, the Fund has not had prior claims or losses pursuant to these indemnification provisions and expects the risk of loss thereunder to be remote. Therefore, the Fund has not accrued any liability in connection with these indemnification provisions.
Management Risk—The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively-managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
NOTE G
Joint Credit Facility
A number of open-end mutual funds managed by the Adviser, including the Fund, participate in a $325 million revolving credit facility (the “Facility”) intended to provide short-term financing related to redemptions and other short term liquidity requirements, subject to certain restrictions. Commitment fees related to the Facility are paid by the participating funds and are included in miscellaneous expenses in the statement of operations. The Fund did not utilize the Facility during the six months ended April 30, 2023.
NOTE H
Distributions to Shareholders
The tax character of distributions to be paid for the year ending October 31, 2023 will be determined at the end of the current fiscal year.
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The tax character of distributions paid during the fiscal years ended October 31, 2022 and October 31, 2021 were as follows:
| | | | | | | | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | |
Distributions paid from: | | | | | | | | |
Ordinary income | | $ | 1,979,832 | | | $ | 1,558,732 | |
Net long-term capital gains | | | 286,597 | | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | | | |
Total taxable distributions paid | | $ | 2,266,429 | | | $ | 1,558,732 | |
| | | | | | | | |
As of October 31, 2022, the components of accumulated earnings (deficit) on a tax basis were as follows:
| | | | |
Undistributed ordinary income | | $ | 421,621 | |
Accumulated capital and other losses | | | (540,216 | )(a) |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (8,134,289 | )(b) |
| | | | |
Total accumulated earnings (deficit) | | $ | (8,252,884 | )(c) |
| | | | |
(a) | As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net capital loss carryforward of $540,216. |
(b) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) are attributable primarily to the recognition for tax purposes of unrealized gains/losses on certain derivative instruments, the tax treatment of callable bonds, the tax treatment of swaps, and the tax deferral of losses on wash sales. |
(c) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis components of accumulated earnings (deficit) are attributable primarily to the accrual of foreign capital gains tax, the tax treatment of defaulted securities, and dividends payable. |
For tax purposes, net realized capital losses may be carried over to offset future capital gains, if any. Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses for an indefinite period, and such losses will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net short-term capital loss carryforward of $492,757 and a net long-term capital loss carryforward of $47,459, which may be carried forward for an indefinite period.
NOTE I
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In December 2022, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued an Accounting Standards Update, ASU 2022-06, “Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848) – Deferral of the Sunset Date of Topic 848”. ASU 2022-06 is an amendment to ASU 2020-04, which provided optional guidance to ease the potential accounting burden due to the discontinuation of the LIBOR and other interbank-offered based reference rates and which was effective as of March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. ASU 2022-06 extends the effective period through December 31, 2024. Management is currently evaluating the impact, if any, of applying ASU 2022-06.
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NOTE J
Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated subsequent events for possible recognition or disclosure in the financial statements through the date the financial statements are issued. Management has determined that there are no material events that would require disclosure in the Fund’s financial statements through this date.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class A | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | | | December 12 2018(a) to October 31, 2019 | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 8.70 | | | | $ 9.90 | | | | $ 9.95 | | | | $ 10.35 | | | | $ 10.00 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment income(b)(c) | | | .15 | | | | .18 | | | | .22 | | | | .23 | | | | .28 | |
| | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .28 | | | | (1.05 | ) | | | .02 | (d) | | | (.28 | )(d) | | | .42 | |
| | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (e) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | |
Capital contributions | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .16 | | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .43 | | | | (.87 | ) | | | .24 | | | | .11 | | | | .70 | |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.22 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.38 | ) | | | (.35 | ) |
| | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.11 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (.13 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.33 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.51 | ) | | | (.35 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.89 | | | | $ 8.70 | | | | $ 9.90 | | | | $ 9.95 | | | | $ 10.35 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(f) | | | 5.01 | % | | | (8.94 | )% | | | 2.37 | % | | | 1.17 | % | | | 7.09 | % |
| | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $3,267 | | | | $4,364 | | | | $5,528 | | | | $371 | | | | $10 | |
| | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(g) | | | 1.29 | %^ | | | .95 | % | | | .68 | % | | | .68 | % | | | .70 | %^ |
| | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(g) | | | 1.81 | %^ | | | 1.66 | % | | | 1.26 | % | | | 1.77 | % | | | 3.18 | %^ |
| | | | | |
Net investment income(c) | | | 3.47 | %^ | | | 1.95 | % | | | 2.24 | % | | | 2.28 | % | | | 3.14 | %^ |
| | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate* | | | 90 | % | | | 60 | % | | | 163 | % | | | 336 | % | | | 178 | % |
| | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate (including securities sold short)* | | | N/A | | | | N/A | | | | N/A | | | | 336 | % | | | 181 | % |
See footnote summary on page 75.
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Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class C | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | | | December 12 2018(a) to October 31, 2019 | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 8.69 | | | | $ 9.89 | | | | $ 9.95 | | | | $ 10.34 | | | | $ 10.00 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment income(b)(c) | | | .12 | | | | .10 | | | | .15 | | | | .09 | | | | .21 | |
| | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .28 | | | | (1.04 | ) | | | .00 | (d)(e) | | | (.04 | )(d) | | | .41 | |
| | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (e) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .40 | | | | (.94 | ) | | | .15 | | | | .05 | | | | .62 | |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.21 | ) | | | (.15 | ) | | | (.21 | ) | | | (.31 | ) | | | (.28 | ) |
| | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.11 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (.13 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.21 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.21 | ) | | | (.44 | ) | | | (.28 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.88 | | | | $ 8.69 | | | | $ 9.89 | | | | $ 9.95 | | | | $ 10.34 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(f) | | | 4.72 | % | | | (9.67 | )% | | | 1.46 | % | | | .51 | % | | | 6.23 | % |
| | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $205 | | | | $292 | | | | $730 | | | | $730 | | | | $10 | |
| | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(g) | | | 2.08 | %^ | | | 1.71 | % | | | 1.47 | % | | | 1.48 | % | | | 1.49 | %^ |
| | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(g) | | | 2.61 | %^ | | | 2.42 | % | | | 2.19 | % | | | 2.57 | % | | | 4.02 | %^ |
| | | | | |
Net investment income(c) | | | 2.66 | %^ | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.53 | % | | | .93 | % | | | 2.34 | %^ |
| | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate* | | | 90 | % | | | 60 | % | | | 163 | % | | | 336 | % | | | 178 | % |
| | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate (including securities sold short)* | | | N/A | | | | N/A | | | | N/A | | | | 336 | % | | | 181 | % |
See footnote summary on page 75.
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Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Advisor Class | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30,
2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | | | December 12
2018(a) to
October 31,
2019 | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 8.69 | | | | $ 9.89 | | | | $ 9.95 | | | | $ 10.35 | | | | $ 10.00 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net investment income(b)(c) | | | .17 | | | | .20 | | | | .25 | | | | .21 | | | | .30 | |
| | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .27 | | | | (1.05 | ) | | | .00 | (d)(e) | | | (.08 | )(d) | | | .41 | |
| | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (e) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .44 | | | | (.85 | ) | | | .25 | | | | .13 | | | | .71 | |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.31 | ) | | | (.40 | ) | | | (.36 | ) |
| | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.11 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (.13 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.35 | ) | | | (.31 | ) | | | (.53 | ) | | | (.36 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.88 | | | | $ 8.69 | | | | $ 9.89 | | | | $ 9.95 | | | | $ 10.35 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(f) | | | 5.12 | % | | | (8.76 | )% | | | 2.48 | % | | | 1.34 | % | | | 7.25 | % |
| | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $81,723 | | | | $64,972 | | | | $56,593 | | | | $41,681 | | | | $15,498 | |
| | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(g) | | | 1.06 | %^ | | | .77 | % | | | .47 | % | | | .48 | % | | | .49 | %^ |
| | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(g) | | | 1.58 | %^ | | | 1.48 | % | | | 1.18 | % | | | 1.68 | % | | | 2.99 | %^ |
| | | | | |
Net investment income(c) | | | 3.79 | %^ | | | 2.17 | % | | | 2.52 | % | | | 2.13 | % | | | 3.31 | %^ |
| | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate* | | | 90 | % | | | 60 | % | | | 163 | % | | | 336 | % | | | 178 | % |
| | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate (including securities sold short)* | | | N/A | | | | N/A | | | | N/A | | | | 336 | % | | | 181 | % |
See footnote summary on page 75.
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(a) | Commencement of operations. |
(b) | Based on average shares outstanding. |
(c) | Net of expenses waived/reimbursed by the Adviser. |
(d) | Due to timing of sales and repurchase of capital shares, the net realized and unrealized gain (loss) per share is not in accordance with the Fund’s change in net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment transactions for the period. |
(e) | Amount is less than $.005. |
(f) | Total investment return is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the net asset value at the beginning of the period, reinvestment of all dividends and distributions at net asset value during the period, and redemption on the last day of the period. Total return does not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total investment return calculated for a period of less than one year is not annualized. |
(g) | The expense ratios presented below exclude interest/bank overdraft expense: |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | | | December 12, 2018(a) to October 31, 2019 | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | |
| | | | |
Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .65 | %^ | | | .65 | % | | | .65 | % | | | .65 | % | | | .65 | %^ |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.17 | %^ | | | 1.35 | % | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.73 | % | | | 3.13 | %^ |
Class C | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.45 | %^ | | | 1.45 | % | | | 1.45 | % | | | 1.45 | % | | | 1.45 | %^ |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.98 | %^ | | | 2.16 | % | | | 2.18 | % | | | 2.54 | % | | | 3.97 | %^ |
Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .45 | %^ | | | .45 | % | | | .45 | % | | | .45 | % | | | .45 | %^ |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .96 | %^ | | | 1.16 | % | | | 1.16 | % | | | 1.64 | % | | | 2.95 | %^ |
* | The Fund accounts for dollar roll transactions as purchases and sales. |
See notes to financial statements.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Garry Moody(1), Chairman Jorge A. Bermudez(1) Michael J. Downey(1) Onur Erzan, President and Chief Executive Officer | | Nancy P. Jacklin(1) Jeanette W. Loeb(1) Carol C. McMullen(1) Marshall C. Turner, Jr.(1) |
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Scott A. DiMaggio(2), Vice President Gershon M. Distenfeld(2), Vice President Fahd Malik(2), Vice President Matthew S. Sheridan(2), Vice President William Smith(2), Vice President | | Nancy E. Hay, Secretary Michael B. Reyes, Senior Vice President Joseph J. Mantineo, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer Phyllis J. Clarke, Controller Jennifer Friedland, Chief Compliance Officer |
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Custodian and Accounting Agent State Street Bank and Trust Company One Congress Street, Suite 1 Boston, MA 02114 Principal Underwriter AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. 501 Commerce Street Nashville, TN 37203 Transfer Agent AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. P.O. Box 786003 San Antonio, TX 78278 Toll-Free (800) 221-5672 | | Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Ernst & Young LLP One Manhattan West New York, NY 10001 Legal Counsel Seward & Kissel LLP One Battery Park Plaza New York, NY 10004 |
1 | Member of the Audit Committee, the Governance and Nominating Committee and the Independent Directors Committee. |
2 | The day-to-day management of, and investment decisions for, the Fund’s portfolio are made by the Adviser’s Short Duration Income Investment Team. Messrs. DiMaggio, Distenfeld, Malik, Smith and Sheridan are the investment professionals with the most significant responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Fund’s portfolio. |
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Operation and Effectiveness of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program:
In October 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted the open-end fund liquidity rule (the “Liquidity Rule”). In June 2018 the SEC adopted a requirement that funds disclose information about the operation and effectiveness of their Liquidity Risk Management Program (“LRMP”) in their reports to shareholders.
One of the requirements of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund to designate an Administrator of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program. The Administrator of the Fund’s LRMP is AllianceBernstein L.P., the Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”). The Adviser has delegated the responsibility to its Liquidity Risk Management Committee (the “Committee”).
Another requirement of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Fund Board”) to receive an annual written report from the Administrator of the LRMP, which addresses the operation of the Fund’s LRMP and assesses its adequacy and effectiveness. The Adviser provided the Fund Board with such annual report during the first quarter of 2023, which covered the period January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 (the “Program Reporting Period”).
The LRMP’s principal objectives include supporting the Fund’s compliance with limits on investments in illiquid assets and mitigating the risk that the Fund will be unable to meet its redemption obligations in a timely manner.
Pursuant to the LRMP, the Fund classifies the liquidity of its portfolio investments into one of the four categories defined by the SEC: Highly Liquid, Moderately Liquid, Less Liquid, and Illiquid. These classifications are reported to the SEC on Form N-PORT.
During the Program Reporting Period, the Committee reviewed whether the Fund’s strategy is appropriate for an open-end structure, incorporating any holdings of less liquid and illiquid assets. If the Fund participated in derivative transactions, the exposure from such transactions were considered in the LRMP.
The Committee also performed an analysis to determine whether the Fund is required to maintain a Highly Liquid Investment Minimum (“HLIM”). The Committee also incorporated the following information when determining the Fund’s reasonably anticipated trading size for purposes of liquidity monitoring: historical net redemption activity, a Fund’s concentration in an issuer, shareholder concentration, investment performance, total net assets, and distribution channels.
The Adviser informed the Fund Board that the Committee believes the Fund’s LRMP is adequately designed, has been implemented as intended,
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and has operated effectively since its inception. No material exceptions have been noted since the implementation of the LRMP. During the Program Reporting Period, liquidity in all markets was challenged due to rising rates and economic uncertainty. However, markets also remained orderly during the Program Reporting Period. There were no liquidity events that impacted the Fund or its ability to timely meet redemptions during the Program Reporting Period.
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Information Regarding the Review and Approval of the Fund’s Advisory Agreement
The disinterested directors (the “directors”) of AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) unanimously approved the continuance of the Company’s Advisory Agreement with the Adviser in respect of AB Short Duration Income Portfolio (the “Fund”) at a meeting held in-person on November 1-3, 2022 (the “Meeting”).
Prior to approval of the continuance of the Advisory Agreement, the directors had requested from the Adviser, and received and evaluated, extensive materials. They reviewed the proposed continuance of the Advisory Agreement with the Adviser and with experienced counsel who are independent of the Adviser, who advised on the relevant legal standards. The directors also reviewed additional materials, including comparative analytical data prepared by the Senior Vice President of the Fund. The directors also discussed the proposed continuance in private sessions with counsel.
The directors considered their knowledge of the nature and quality of the services provided by the Adviser to the Fund gained from their experience as directors or trustees of most of the registered investment companies advised by the Adviser, their overall confidence in the Adviser’s integrity and competence they have gained from that experience, the Adviser’s initiative in identifying and raising potential issues with the directors and its responsiveness, frankness and attention to concerns raised by the directors in the past, including the Adviser’s willingness to consider and implement organizational and operational changes designed to improve investment results and the services provided to the AB Funds. The directors noted that they have four regular meetings each year, at each of which they review extensive materials and information from the Adviser, including information on the investment performance of the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests a portion of its assets.
The directors also considered all factors they believed relevant, including the specific matters discussed below. During the course of their deliberations, the directors evaluated, among other things, the reasonableness of the advisory fee. The directors did not identify any particular information that was all-important or controlling, and different directors may have attributed different weights to the various factors. The directors determined that the selection of the Adviser to manage the Fund and the overall arrangements between the Fund and the Adviser, as provided in the Advisory Agreement, including the advisory fee, were fair and reasonable in light of the services performed, expenses incurred and such other matters
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as the directors considered relevant in the exercise of their business judgment. The material factors and conclusions that formed the basis for the directors’ determinations included the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided
The directors considered the scope and quality of services provided by the Adviser under the Advisory Agreement, including the quality of the investment research capabilities of the Adviser and the other resources it has dedicated to performing services for the Fund. The directors noted that the Adviser from time to time reviews the Fund’s investment strategies and from time to time proposes changes intended to improve the Fund’s relative or absolute performance for the directors’ consideration. They also noted the professional experience and qualifications of the Fund’s portfolio management team and other senior personnel of the Adviser. The directors also considered that the Advisory Agreement provides that the Fund will reimburse the Adviser for the cost to it of providing certain clerical, accounting, administrative and other services to the Fund by employees of the Adviser or its affiliates. Requests for these reimbursements are made on a quarterly basis and subject to approval by the directors. The Adviser had not requested any reimbursements from the Fund since the Fund’s inception. The quality of administrative and other services, including the Adviser’s role in coordinating the activities of the Fund’s other service providers, also was considered. The directors concluded that, overall, they were satisfied with the nature, extent and quality of services provided to the Fund under the Advisory Agreement.
Costs of Services Provided and Profitability
The directors reviewed a schedule of the revenues and expenses and related notes indicating the profitability of the Fund to the Adviser for calendar years 2020 and 2021 that had been prepared with an expense allocation methodology arrived at in consultation with an independent consultant at the request of the directors. The directors noted the assumptions and methods of allocation used by the Adviser in preparing fund-specific profitability data and understood that there are a number of potentially acceptable allocation methodologies for information of this type. The directors noted that the profitability information reflected all revenues and expenses of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund, including those relating to its subsidiaries that provide transfer agency and distribution services to the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of the profitability of the Advisory Agreement with the profitability of fund advisory contracts for unaffiliated funds because comparative information is not generally publicly available and is affected by numerous factors. The directors focused on the profitability of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund before taxes and distribution expenses. The directors noted that the Fund was not profitable to the Adviser in the periods reviewed.
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Fall-Out Benefits
The directors considered the other benefits to the Adviser and its affiliates from their relationships with the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests, including, but not limited to, benefits relating to 12b-1 fees and sales charges received by the Fund’s principal underwriter (which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser) in respect of certain classes of the Fund’s shares; and transfer agency fees paid by the Fund to a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser. The directors recognized that the Fund’s unprofitability to the Adviser would be exacerbated without these benefits. The directors understood that the Adviser also might derive reputational and other benefits from its association with the Fund.
Investment Results
In addition to the information reviewed by the directors in connection with the Meeting, the directors receive detailed performance information for the Fund at each regular Board meeting during the year.
At the Meeting, the directors reviewed performance information prepared by an independent service provider (the “15(c) service provider”), showing the performance of the Class A Shares of the Fund against a group of similar funds (“peer group”) and a larger group of similar funds (“peer universe”), each selected by the 15(c) service provider, and information prepared by the Adviser showing performance of the Class A Shares against a broad-based securities market index, in each case for the 1- and 3- year periods ended July 31, 2022 and (in the case of comparisons with the broad-based securities market index) for the period from inception. Based on their review and their discussion with the Adviser of the reasons for the Fund’s underperformance in the periods reviewed, the directors concluded that the Fund’s investment performance was acceptable. The directors determined to continue to monitor the Fund’s performance closely.
Advisory Fees and Other Expenses
The directors considered the advisory fee rate payable by the Fund to the Adviser and information prepared by the 15(c) service provider concerning advisory fee rates payable by other funds in the same category as the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of advisory fees because there are variations in the services that are included in the fees payable by other funds. The directors compared the Fund’s contractual effective advisory fee rate with a peer group median and noted it was equal to the median.
The directors also considered the Adviser’s fee schedule for other clients utilizing investment strategies similar to those of the Fund. For this purpose, they reviewed the relevant advisory fee information from the Adviser’s Form ADV and in a report from the Fund’s Senior Vice President
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and noted the differences between the Fund’s fee schedule, on the one hand, and the Adviser’s institutional fee schedule and the schedule of fees charged by the Adviser to any offshore funds and for services to any sub-advised funds utilizing investment strategies similar to those of the Fund, on the other. The directors noted that the Adviser may, in some cases, agree to fee rates with large institutional clients that are lower than those reviewed by the directors and that they had previously discussed with the Adviser its policies in respect of such arrangements. The directors also compared the advisory fee rate for the Fund with that for another fund advised by the Adviser utilizing similar investment strategies.
The Adviser reviewed with the directors the significantly greater scope of the services it provides to the Fund relative to institutional, offshore fund and sub-advised fund clients. In this regard, the Adviser noted, among other things, that, compared to institutional and offshore or sub-advisory accounts, the Fund (i) demands considerably more portfolio management, research and trading resources due to significantly higher daily cash flows; (ii) has more tax and regulatory restrictions and compliance obligations; (iii) must prepare and file or distribute regulatory and other communications about fund operations; and (iv) must provide shareholder servicing to retail investors. The Adviser also reviewed the greater legal risks presented by the large and changing population of Fund shareholders who may assert claims against the Adviser in individual or class actions, and the greater entrepreneurial risk in offering new fund products, which require substantial investment to launch, may not succeed, and generally must be priced to compete with larger, more established funds resulting in lack of profitability to the Adviser until a new fund achieves scale. In light of the substantial differences in services rendered by the Adviser to institutional, offshore fund and sub-advised fund clients as compared to the Fund, and the different risk profile, the directors considered these fee comparisons inapt and did not place significant weight on them in their deliberations.
In connection with their review of the Fund’s advisory fee, the directors also considered the total expense ratio of the Class A shares of the Fund in comparison to a peer group and a peer universe selected by the 15(c) service provider. The Class A expense ratio of the Fund was based on the Fund’s latest fiscal year and the directors considered the Adviser’s expense cap for the Fund. The directors noted that it was likely that the expense ratios of some of the other funds in the Fund’s category were lowered by waivers or reimbursements by those funds’ investment advisers, which in some cases might be voluntary or temporary. The directors view expense ratio information as relevant to their evaluation of the Adviser’s services because the Adviser is responsible for coordinating services provided to the Fund by others. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s expense ratio was acceptable.
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Economies of Scale
The directors noted that the advisory fee schedule for the Fund contains a breakpoint that reduces the fee rate on assets above a specified level. The directors took into consideration prior presentations by an independent consultant on economies of scale in the mutual fund industry and for the AB Funds, and presentations from time to time by the Adviser concerning certain of its views on economies of scale. The directors also had requested and received from the Adviser certain updates on economies of scale in advance of the Meeting. The directors believe that economies of scale may be realized (if at all) by the Adviser across a variety of products and services, and not only in respect of a single fund. The directors noted that there is no established methodology for setting breakpoints that give effect to the fund-specific services provided by a fund’s adviser and to the economies of scale that an adviser may realize in its overall mutual fund business or those components of it which directly or indirectly affect a fund’s operations. The directors observed that in the mutual fund industry as a whole, as well as among funds similar to the Fund, there is no uniformity or pattern in the fees and asset levels at which breakpoints (if any) apply. The directors also noted that the advisory agreements for many funds do not have breakpoints at all. Having taken these factors into account, the directors concluded that the Fund’s shareholders would benefit from a sharing of economies of scale in the event the Fund’s net assets exceed the breakpoint in the future.
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AB SHORT DURATION INCOME PORTFOLIO
1345 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10105
800 221 5672
SDI-0152-0423
APR 04.30.23
SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
AB SUSTAINABLE THEMATIC CREDIT PORTFOLIO
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Investment Products Offered | | • Are Not FDIC Insured • May Lose Value • Are Not Bank Guaranteed |
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
This shareholder report must be preceded or accompanied by the Fund’s prospectus for individuals who are not current shareholders of the Fund.
You may obtain a description of the Fund’s proxy voting policies and procedures, and information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30, without charge. Simply visit AB’s website at www.abfunds.com, or go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “Commission”) website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227 4618.
The Fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Commission for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The Fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the Commission’s website at www.sec.gov. AB publishes full portfolio holdings for the Fund monthly at www.abfunds.com.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (ABI) is the distributor of the AB family of mutual funds. ABI is a member of FINRA and is an affiliate of AllianceBernstein L.P., the Adviser of the funds.
The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P.
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Dear Shareholder,
We’re pleased to provide this report for the AB Sustainable Thematic Credit Portfolio (the “Fund”). Please review the discussion of Fund performance, the market conditions during the reporting period and the Fund’s investment strategy.
At AB, we’re striving to help our clients achieve better outcomes by:
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Whether you’re an individual investor or a multibillion-dollar institution, we’re putting our knowledge and experience to work for you every day.
For more information about AB’s comprehensive range of products and shareholder resources, please log on to www.abfunds.com.
Thank you for your investment in AB mutual funds—and for placing your trust in our firm.
Sincerely,
Onur Erzan
President and Chief Executive Officer, AB Mutual Funds
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SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
June 6, 2023
This report provides management’s discussion of fund performance for the AB Sustainable Thematic Credit Portfolio for the semi-annual reporting period ended April 30, 2023.
The Fund’s investment objective is to maximize total return through current income and long-term capital appreciation.
NAV RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Class A Shares | | | 8.89% | | | | -1.07% | |
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Advisor Class Shares1 | | | 9.02% | | | | -0.83% | |
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Bloomberg US Corporate Bond Index | | | 9.21% | | | | 0.68% | |
1 | Please note that this share class is for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
INVESTMENT RESULTS
The table above shows the Fund’s performance compared with its benchmark, the Bloomberg US Corporate Bond Index, for the six- and 12-month periods ended April 30, 2023.
During the six-month period, all share classes underperformed the benchmark, before sales charges. Sector allocation detracted, relative to the benchmark, primarily driven by off-benchmark exposure to high-yield corporate bonds. The underperformance was partially offset by a gain from off-benchmark exposure to eurozone investment-grade corporates, which contributed. Overall security selection was a contributor over the period, led by selection within the banking, telecommunications and electric industries. The Fund’s duration and yield-curve positioning had an overall positive impact on performance.
During the 12-month period, all share classes underperformed the benchmark, before sales charges. The Fund entered the market sell-off period in 2022 with higher risk levels than its benchmark, as it is designed to generate higher yield carry than the index. In a risk-averse market environment, this risk posture hampered relative returns. The Fund’s sector allocation was the biggest detractor over the period, driven by off-benchmark high-yield corporate bond exposure. A small off-benchmark allocation to emerging-market corporate bonds and euro-denominated
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investment-grade bonds also had a negative impact on performance. In terms of security selection, consumer noncyclical, banking and real estate investment trusts detracted, and was partially offset by selection within telecommunications and basic industries. Overall duration and yield-curve positioning had a negative impact on performance over the period.
The Fund used derivatives in the form of futures and currency forwards for hedging purposes, which had no material impact on absolute returns for either period.
MARKET REVIEW AND INVESTMENT STRATEGY
During the six-month period ended April 30, 2023, fixed-income government bond market yields were volatile after peaking in October, as investors adjusted their expectations for inflation, growth and central bank tightening. Some major developed-market central banks started to reduce rate hikes toward the end of the period and pause further hikes as overall inflation began to fall. Stress in the global banking sector caused yields to fall sharply in March. Falling yields during the period led all major developed-market treasuries to post positive returns except in the UK. In corporate credit-risk sectors, investment-grade and high-yield corporates outperformed developed-market treasury markets by a wide margin. Corporate bonds in the US and eurozone also outperformed respective treasuries. Emerging-market hard-currency sovereign and corporate bonds hedged to the US dollar, as well as local-currency bonds, led risk sector returns as the US dollar fell against the vast majority of developed- and emerging-market currencies. Brent crude oil prices fell on global growth concerns.
Calendar year 2022 was one of the worst on record for bond markets. The main economic factors driving markets were centered around stronger-than-expected inflation, which hit multi-decade highs, and the hawkish monetary policy response. Investors had also to deal with geopolitical turmoil, since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine led to massive spikes in energy and food prices that particularly hit emerging-market economies. Amid this backdrop, fixed-income markets delivered strongly negative returns.
The Fund’s Senior Investment Management Team (the “Team”) seeks to maximize total return through investments that benefit society and the environment. The Team employs top-down and bottom-up investment processes with the goal of identifying securities that fit into sustainable investment themes, such as health, climate and empowerment. The Team’s approach to building a sustainable portfolio with attractive financial return potential has been to align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (“SDGs”), which 193 nations have committed to advancing. The Team invests primarily in investment-grade corporate bonds from US issuers, but may also invest in non-US issuers and high-yield bonds.
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INVESTMENT POLICIES
The Fund seeks to achieve its investment objective by investing primarily in fixed-income securities of corporate issuers whose business activities the Adviser believes position the issuer to benefit from certain sustainable investment themes that align with one or more of the United Nations SDGs. These themes principally include the advancement of health, climate, and empowerment. Under normal circumstances, at least 80% of the Fund’s net assets will be invested in fixed-income securities of corporate issuers that satisfy the Fund’s sustainability criteria. An issuer that derives at least 25% of its total revenues from activities consistent with the achievement of the SDGs meets such criteria, although many of the issuers in which the Fund invests will derive a much greater portion of their revenues from such activities.
The Adviser employs a combination of “top-down” and “bottom-up” investment processes with the goal of identifying, based on its internal research and analysis, securities and issuers that fit into sustainable investment themes. First, the Adviser identifies through its top-down process the sustainable investment themes. In addition to this top-down thematic approach, the Adviser then uses a bottom-up analysis of individual bond issues that focuses on the use of proceeds, issuer fundamentals and valuation and on evaluating an issuer’s risks, including those related to environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) factors. ESG factors, which can vary across companies and industries, may include environmental impact, corporate governance, ethical business practices, diversity and employee practices, product safety, supply chain management and community impact. Eligible investments include securities of issuers that the Adviser believes will maximize total return while also contributing to positive societal impact aligned with one or more SDGs. While the Adviser emphasizes focusing on individual issuers with favorable ESG attributes over the use of broad-based negative screens (e.g., disqualifying business activities) in assessing an issuer’s exposure to ESG factors, the Fund will not invest in companies that derive significant revenue from involvement in adult entertainment, alcohol, coal, controversial weapons, firearms, gambling, genetically modified organisms, military contracting, prisons, or tobacco. The Fund also typically invests in ESG bond structures, including “Use of Proceeds” bonds, which are instruments the proceeds of which are specifically earmarked for environmental, social or sustainability projects.
The Fund may invest up to 20% of its net assets in securities rated below investment grade (“junk bonds”). The Fund may invest up to 30% of its net assets in securities denominated in currencies other
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than the US dollar. Foreign investments may include securities issued by emerging-market companies and governments. The Adviser expects under normal circumstances to hedge the majority of the Fund’s foreign currency exposure through the use of currency-related derivatives, although it is not required to do so.
The Fund expects to use derivatives, such as options, futures contracts, forwards and swaps. Derivatives may provide a more efficient and economical exposure to market segments than direct investments, and may also be a more efficient way to alter the Fund’s exposure. The Fund may, for example, use interest rate futures contracts or swaps to manage the Fund’s average duration and may, as noted above, use currency-related derivatives to hedge foreign currency exposure.
The Adviser may use derivatives to effectively leverage the Fund by creating aggregate market exposure significantly in excess of the Fund’s net assets.
The Fund is “non-diversified.”
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS
Benchmark Disclosure
The Bloomberg US Corporate Bond Index is unmanaged and does not reflect fees and expenses associated with the active management of a mutual fund portfolio. The Bloomberg US Corporate Bond Index measures the investment-grade, fixed-rate, taxable corporate bond market. It includes USD-denominated securities publicly issued by US and non-US industrial, utility and financial issuers. An investor cannot invest directly in an index or average, and their results are not indicative of the performance for any specific investment, including the Fund.
A Word About Risk
Market Risk: The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the stock, bond or currency markets fluctuate. The value of its investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
ESG Risk: Applying ESG and sustainability criteria to the investment process may exclude securities of certain issuers for non-investment reasons and, therefore, the Fund may forgo some market opportunities available to funds that do not use ESG or sustainability criteria. Securities of companies with ESG practices may shift into and out of favor depending on market and economic conditions, and the Fund’s performance may at times be better or worse than the performance of funds that do not use ESG or sustainability criteria. Furthermore, ESG factors and “sustainability” criteria are not uniformly defined, and may differ from those used by other funds. In addition, in evaluating an investment, the investment adviser is dependent upon information and data that may be incomplete, inaccurate or unavailable, which could adversely affect the analysis of the ESG factors relevant to a particular investment.
Interest-Rate Risk: Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Credit Risk: An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security.
Below Investment-Grade Securities Risk: Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as “junk bonds”) tend to have a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to factors such as specific corporate developments, interest-rate sensitivity and negative perceptions of the junk bond market generally, and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities.
Duration Risk: Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk: This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities. The Fund invests in inflation-indexed securities, the value of which may be vulnerable to changes in expectations of inflation or interest rates.
Foreign (Non-US) Risk: Investments in securities of non-US issuers may involve more risk than those of US issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Emerging-Market Risk: Investments in emerging-market countries may have more risk because the markets are less developed and less liquid and are subject to increased economic, political, regulatory or other uncertainties.
Currency Risk: Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments or reduce its returns. Emerging-market currencies may be more volatile and less liquid, and subject to significantly greater risk of currency controls and convertibility restrictions, than currencies of developed countries.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
Derivatives Risk: Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Leverage Risk: To the extent the Fund uses leveraging techniques, its net asset value (“NAV”) may be more volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of changes in interest rates and any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments.
Illiquid Investments Risk: Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest-rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally decline.
Non-Diversification Risk: The Fund may have more risk because it is “non-diversified,” meaning that it can invest more of its assets in a smaller number of issuers. Accordingly, changes in the value of a single security may have a more significant effect, either negative or positive, on the Fund’s NAV.
Active Trading Risk: The Fund expects to engage in active and frequent trading of its portfolio securities and its portfolio turnover rate may greatly exceed 100%. A higher rate of portfolio turnover increases transaction costs, which may negatively affect the Fund’s return. In addition, a high rate of portfolio turnover may result in substantial short-term gains, which may have adverse tax consequences for Fund shareholders.
Management Risk: The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
These risks are fully discussed in the Fund’s prospectus. As with all investments, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
An Important Note About Historical Performance
The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate, so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Performance shown in this report represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by visiting www.abfunds.com. The Fund has been in operation only for a short period of time, and therefore has a very limited historical performance period. This limited performance period is unlikely to be representative of the performance the Fund will achieve over a longer period.
All fees and expenses related to the operation of the Fund have been deducted. NAV returns do not reflect sales charges; if sales charges were reflected, the Fund’s quoted performance would be lower. SEC returns reflect the applicable sales charges for each share class: a 4.25% maximum front-end sales charge for Class A shares. Returns for the different share classes will vary due to different expenses associated with each class. Performance assumes reinvestment of distributions and does not account for taxes.
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE
AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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| | NAV Returns | | | SEC Returns (reflects applicable sales charges) | | | SEC Yields1 | |
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | | | | | | | | 4.16% | |
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1 Year | | | -1.07% | | | | -5.25% | | | | | |
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Since Inception2 | | | -6.71% | | | | -8.72% | | | | | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES3 | | | | | | | | | | | 4.56% | |
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1 Year | | | -0.83% | | | | -0.83% | | | | | |
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Since Inception2 | | | -6.47% | | | | -6.47% | | | | | |
The Fund’s current prospectus fee table shows the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios as 0.97% and 0.72% for Class A and Advisor Class shares, respectively, gross of any fee waivers or expense reimbursements. Contractual fee waivers and/or expense reimbursements limited the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios, exclusive of expenses associated with acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest, interest expense and extraordinary expenses, to 0.85% and 0.60% for Class A and Advisor Class shares, respectively. These waivers/reimbursements may not be terminated before January 31, 2024. Any fees waived and expenses borne by the Adviser may be reimbursed by the Fund until the end of the third fiscal year after the fiscal period in which the fee was waived or the expense was borne, provided that no reimbursement payment will be made that would cause the Fund’s covered operating expenses to exceed the applicable expense limitations. Absent reimbursements or waivers, performance would have been lower. The Financial Highlights section of this report sets forth expense ratio data for the current reporting period; the expense ratios shown above may differ from the expense ratios in the Financial Highlights section since they are based on different time periods.
1 | SEC yields are calculated based on SEC guidelines for the 30-day period ended April 30, 2023. |
2 | Inception date: 5/10/2021. |
3 | This share class is offered at NAV to eligible investors and the SEC returns are the same as the NAV returns. Please note that this share class is for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE (continued)
SEC AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS
AS OF THE MOST RECENT CALENDAR QUARTER-END
MARCH 31, 2023 (unaudited)
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -11.48% | |
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Since Inception1 | | | -9.44% | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES2 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -7.29% | |
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Since Inception1 | | | -7.12% | |
1 | Inception date: 5/10/2021. |
2 | Please note that this share class is for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE
(unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution (12b-1) fees; and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
The Example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period as indicated below.
Actual Expenses
The first line of the table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information in this line, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number in the first line under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The second line of the table below provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed annual rate of return of 5% before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds by comparing this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
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| | Beginning Account Value November 1, 2022 | | | Ending Account Value April 30, 2023 | | | Expenses Paid During Period* | | | Annualized Expense Ratio* | |
Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,088.90 | | | $ | 4.40 | | | | 0.85 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,020.58 | | | $ | 4.26 | | | | 0.85 | % |
Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,090.20 | | | $ | 3.11 | | | | 0.60 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,021.82 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | | 0.60 | % |
* | Expenses are equal to the classes’ annualized expense ratios multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 181/365 (to reflect the one-half year period). |
** | Assumes 5% annual return before expenses. |
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PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
PORTFOLIO STATISTICS
Net Assets ($mil): $214.5
1 | The Fund’s security type breakdown is expressed as a percentage of total investments and may vary over time. The Fund also enters into derivative transactions, which may be used for hedging or investment purposes (see “Portfolio of Investments” section of the report for additional details). |
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PORTFOLIO SUMMARY (continued)
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
1 | The Fund’s country breakdown is expressed as a percentage of total investments and may vary over time. The Fund also enters into derivative transactions, which may be used for hedging or investment purposes (see “Portfolio of Investments” section of the report for additional details). “Other” country weightings represent 0.4% or less in the following: Australia, Belgium, Chile, India, Peru, South Korea, Sweden and Switzerland. |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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CORPORATES - INVESTMENT GRADE – 94.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 52.5% | |
Basic – 1.4% | |
Arkema SA 0.125%, 10/14/2026(a) | | | EUR | | | | 200 | | | $ | 198,287 | |
Ecolab, Inc. 2.75%, 08/18/2055 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 525 | | | | 338,261 | |
Inversiones CMPC SA 3.85%, 01/13/2030(a) | | | | | | | 905 | | | | 814,670 | |
Packaging Corp. of America 4.05%, 12/15/2049 | | | | | | | 300 | | | | 244,178 | |
Sealed Air Corp. 1.573%, 10/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 1,485 | | | | 1,308,202 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 2,903,598 | |
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Capital Goods – 6.2% | |
CNH Industrial Capital LLC 1.45%, 07/15/2026 | | | | | | | 1,605 | | | | 1,441,367 | |
5.45%, 10/14/2025 | | | | | | | 360 | | | | 364,306 | |
Eaton Corp. 4.15%, 03/15/2033 | | | | | | | 380 | | | | 365,388 | |
4.70%, 08/23/2052 | | | | | | | 380 | | | | 365,229 | |
Emerson Electric Co. 3.15%, 06/01/2025 | | | | | | | 715 | | | | 697,111 | |
John Deere Capital Corp. 4.75%, 01/20/2028 | | | | | | | 933 | | | | 954,662 | |
4.85%, 10/11/2029 | | | | | | | 263 | | | | 273,323 | |
5.15%, 03/03/2025 | | | | | | | 767 | | | | 776,306 | |
Parker-Hannifin Corp. 4.20%, 11/21/2034 | | | | | | | 1,305 | | | | 1,233,203 | |
4.45%, 11/21/2044 | | | | | | | 325 | | | | 298,917 | |
6.25%, 05/15/2038 | | | | | | | 490 | | | | 544,112 | |
Regal Rexnord Corp. 6.30%, 02/15/2030(a) | | | | | | | 104 | | | | 105,763 | |
6.40%, 04/15/2033(a) | | | | | | | 123 | | | | 125,314 | |
Republic Services, Inc. 1.75%, 02/15/2032 | | | | | | | 1,275 | | | | 1,030,273 | |
Siemens Financieringsmaatschappij NV 1.20%, 03/11/2026(a) | | | | | | | 960 | | | | 880,616 | |
Trane Technologies Financing Ltd. 5.25%, 03/03/2033 | | | | | | | 154 | | | | 159,599 | |
Trane Technologies Global Holding Co., Ltd. 5.75%, 06/15/2043 | | | | | | | 495 | | | | 519,132 | |
Trane Technologies Luxembourg Finance SA 3.50%, 03/21/2026 | | | | | | | 405 | | | | 390,044 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Waste Management, Inc. 1.50%, 03/15/2031 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 470 | | | $ | 380,854 | |
2.95%, 06/01/2041 | | | | | | | 710 | | | | 544,652 | |
4.15%, 04/15/2032 | | | | | | | 370 | | | | 362,851 | |
Xylem, Inc./NY 1.95%, 01/30/2028 | | | | | | | 1,725 | | | | 1,545,881 | |
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Communications - Media – 1.4% | |
Charter Communications Operating LLC/Charter Communications Operating Capital 4.40%, 04/01/2033 | | | | | | | 390 | | | | 345,400 | |
6.834%, 10/23/2055 | | | | | | | 630 | | | | 599,660 | |
Comcast Corp. 4.65%, 02/15/2033 | | | | | | | 590 | | | | 597,687 | |
TCI Communications, Inc. 7.875%, 02/15/2026 | | | | | | | 845 | | | | 916,533 | |
Thomson Reuters Corp. 5.50%, 08/15/2035 | | | | | | | 570 | | | | 577,762 | |
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Communications - Telecommunications – 4.9% | |
AT&T, Inc. 4.30%, 12/15/2042 | | | | | | | 397 | | | | 342,289 | |
British Telecommunications PLC 9.625%, 12/15/2030(b) | | | | | | | 760 | | | | 956,343 | |
Corning, Inc. 4.70%, 03/15/2037 | | | | | | | 62 | | | | 60,068 | |
5.35%, 11/15/2048 | | | | | | | 820 | | | | 817,633 | |
5.45%, 11/15/2079 | | | | | | | 280 | | | | 262,609 | |
Sprint Capital Corp. 8.75%, 03/15/2032 | | | | | | | 1,070 | | | | 1,308,819 | |
T-Mobile USA, Inc. 2.70%, 03/15/2032 | | | | | | | 1,765 | | | | 1,489,403 | |
3.60%, 11/15/2060 | | | | | | | 445 | | | | 317,220 | |
5.80%, 09/15/2062 | | | | | | | 285 | | | | 293,802 | |
Telefonica Emisiones SA 4.895%, 03/06/2048 | | | | | | | 695 | | | | 574,372 | |
TELUS Corp. 3.40%, 05/13/2032 | | | | | | | 1,194 | | | | 1,057,333 | |
Verizon Communications, Inc. 2.355%, 03/15/2032 | | | | | | | 416 | | | | 341,421 | |
2.85%, 09/03/2041 | | | | | | | 1,135 | | | | 820,604 | |
3.875%, 02/08/2029 | | | | | | | 835 | | | | 806,130 | |
Vodafone Group PLC 4.25%, 09/17/2050 | | | | | | | 930 | | | | 756,450 | |
5.125%, 06/19/2059 | | | | | | | 265 | | | | 240,436 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 3.9% | |
Aptiv PLC 4.35%, 03/15/2029 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 407 | | | $ | 394,548 | |
4.40%, 10/01/2046 | | | | | | | 180 | | | | 142,282 | |
5.40%, 03/15/2049 | | | | | | | 215 | | | | 192,001 | |
Aptiv PLC/Aptiv Corp. 3.25%, 03/01/2032 | | | | | | | 605 | | | | 527,567 | |
4.15%, 05/01/2052 | | | | | | | 395 | | | | 304,067 | |
General Motors Co. 5.60%, 10/15/2032 | | | | | | | 695 | | | | 680,445 | |
5.95%, 04/01/2049 | | | | | | | 395 | | | | 365,678 | |
General Motors Financial Co., Inc. 1.50%, 06/10/2026 | | | | | | | 590 | | | | 527,226 | |
2.70%, 06/10/2031 | | | | | | | 365 | | | | 292,639 | |
3.85%, 01/05/2028 | | | | | | | 435 | | | | 407,662 | |
5.85%, 04/06/2030 | | | | | | | 562 | | | | 561,529 | |
6.05%, 10/10/2025 | | | | | | | 360 | | | | 363,968 | |
Harley-Davidson, Inc. 3.50%, 07/28/2025 | | | | | | | 548 | | | | 525,188 | |
Lear Corp. 2.60%, 01/15/2032 | | | | | | | 1,827 | | | | 1,460,053 | |
4.25%, 05/15/2029 | | | | | | | 415 | | | | 396,491 | |
5.25%, 05/15/2049 | | | | | | | 345 | | | | 301,722 | |
Mercedes-Benz Finance North America LLC 5.50%, 11/27/2024(a) | | | | | | | 915 | | | | 922,992 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 1.5% | |
DR Horton, Inc. 2.50%, 10/15/2024 | | | | | | | 1,355 | | | | 1,305,349 | |
PulteGroup, Inc. 6.00%, 02/15/2035 | | | | | | | 410 | | | | 423,881 | |
6.375%, 05/15/2033 | | | | | | | 965 | | | | 1,024,109 | |
7.875%, 06/15/2032 | | | | | | | 435 | | | | 504,837 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 3,258,176 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Retailers – 1.7% | |
Home Depot, Inc. (The) 1.50%, 09/15/2028 | | | | | | | 1,425 | | | | 1,251,568 | |
Lowe’s Cos., Inc. 3.70%, 04/15/2046 | | | | | | | 665 | | | | 516,747 | |
5.50%, 10/15/2035 | | | | | | | 660 | | | | 679,087 | |
5.80%, 09/15/2062 | | | | | | | 645 | | | | 648,946 | |
VF Corp. 2.95%, 04/23/2030 | | | | | | | 622 | | | | 527,020 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 13.4% | |
Abbott Laboratories 4.75%, 11/30/2036 | | U.S.$ | | | 1,065 | | | $ | 1,103,909 | |
AbbVie, Inc. 3.60%, 05/14/2025 | | | | | 474 | | | | 463,380 | |
4.45%, 05/14/2046 | | | | | 435 | | | | 392,803 | |
4.875%, 11/14/2048 | | | | | 1,275 | | | | 1,225,402 | |
Amgen, Inc. 4.40%, 05/01/2045 | | | | | 805 | | | | 711,411 | |
4.875%, 03/01/2053 | | | | | 380 | | | | 356,779 | |
AstraZeneca PLC 6.45%, 09/15/2037 | | | | | 445 | | | | 525,590 | |
Baxalta, Inc. 4.00%, 06/23/2025 | | | | | 942 | | | | 925,011 | |
Baxter International, Inc. 3.50%, 08/15/2046 | | | | | 1,405 | | | | 1,008,206 | |
Becton Dickinson and Co. 2.823%, 05/20/2030 | | | | | 1,130 | | | | 1,004,129 | |
Biogen, Inc. 2.25%, 05/01/2030 | | | | | 1,485 | | | | 1,259,494 | |
3.15%, 05/01/2050 | | | | | 150 | | | | 104,462 | |
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. 3.70%, 03/15/2052 | | | | | 510 | | | | 422,702 | |
3.90%, 03/15/2062 | | | | | 495 | | | | 409,719 | |
4.25%, 10/26/2049 | | | | | 725 | | | | 658,129 | |
Cigna Group (The) 2.375%, 03/15/2031 | | | | | 410 | | | | 347,503 | |
3.05%, 10/15/2027 | | | | | 820 | | | | 773,166 | |
4.80%, 08/15/2038 | | | | | 600 | | | | 580,797 | |
4.90%, 12/15/2048 | | | | | 260 | | | | 244,426 | |
Colgate-Palmolive Co. 4.80%, 03/02/2026 | | | | | 283 | | | | 289,389 | |
CVS Health Corp. 4.78%, 03/25/2038 | | | | | 900 | | | | 857,934 | |
4.875%, 07/20/2035 | | | | | 1,305 | | | | 1,275,991 | |
5.00%, 02/20/2026 | | | | | 385 | | | | 389,414 | |
Danaher Corp. 2.60%, 10/01/2050 | | | | | 225 | | | | 152,809 | |
4.375%, 09/15/2045 | | | | | 610 | | | | 568,049 | |
DH Europe Finance II SARL 3.40%, 11/15/2049 | | | | | 450 | | | | 355,206 | |
Eli Lilly & Co. 2.75%, 06/01/2025 | | | | | 958 | | | | 929,700 | |
Fresenius Medical Care US Finance III, Inc. 3.00%, 12/01/2031(a) | | | | | 945 | | | | 746,368 | |
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Gilead Sciences, Inc. 4.50%, 02/01/2045 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 320 | | | $ | 297,133 | |
4.75%, 03/01/2046 | | | | | | | 375 | | | | 358,695 | |
4.80%, 04/01/2044 | | | | | | | 410 | | | | 397,653 | |
HCA, Inc. 3.50%, 07/15/2051 | | | | | | | 425 | | | | 296,230 | |
5.50%, 06/15/2047 | | | | | | | 735 | | | | 690,559 | |
Kaiser Foundation Hospitals Series 2021 2.81%, 06/01/2041 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 149,721 | |
Kenvue, Inc. 5.20%, 03/22/2063(a) | | | | | | | 288 | | | | 299,681 | |
Medtronic, Inc. 4.375%, 03/15/2035 | | | | | | | 365 | | | | 363,995 | |
Merck & Co., Inc. 1.90%, 12/10/2028 | | | | | | | 1,800 | | | | 1,605,861 | |
2.90%, 12/10/2061 | | | | | | | 225 | | | | 153,239 | |
Pfizer, Inc. 4.125%, 12/15/2046 | | | | | | | 775 | | | | 714,086 | |
7.20%, 03/15/2039 | | | | | | | 285 | | | | 359,332 | |
Roche Holdings, Inc. 2.132%, 03/10/2025(a) | | | | | | | 1,970 | | | | 1,886,667 | |
Stryker Corp. 1.15%, 06/15/2025 | | | | | | | 1,008 | | | | 935,407 | |
Takeda Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. 3.175%, 07/09/2050 | | | | | | | 340 | | | | 243,444 | |
Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. 2.80%, 10/15/2041 | | | | | | | 1,275 | | | | 976,679 | |
Wyeth LLC 5.95%, 04/01/2037 | | | | | | | 265 | | | | 298,817 | |
Zoetis, Inc. 2.00%, 05/15/2030 | | | | | | | 755 | | | | 640,327 | |
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Global Payments, Inc. 3.20%, 08/15/2029 | | | | | | | 1,970 | | | | 1,743,865 | |
5.95%, 08/15/2052 | | | | | | | 405 | | | | 392,745 | |
Mastercard, Inc. 3.85%, 03/26/2050 | | | | | | | 2,565 | | | | 2,267,660 | |
Moody’s Corp. 5.25%, 07/15/2044 | | | | | | | 265 | | | | 263,258 | |
PayPal Holdings, Inc. 3.25%, 06/01/2050 | | | | | | | 900 | | | | 649,921 | |
5.25%, 06/01/2062 | | | | | | | 600 | | | | 577,069 | |
RELX Capital, Inc. 4.75%, 05/20/2032 | | | | | | | 60 | | | | 60,186 | |
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S&P Global, Inc. 2.30%, 08/15/2060 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 590 | | | $ | 346,873 | |
2.90%, 03/01/2032 | | | | | | | 863 | | | | 766,250 | |
3.90%, 03/01/2062 | | | | | | | 235 | | | | 195,720 | |
4.25%, 05/01/2029 | | | | | | | 58 | | | | 57,368 | |
Verisk Analytics, Inc. 5.75%, 04/01/2033 | | | | | | | 264 | | | | 278,025 | |
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Technology – 14.5% | |
Apple, Inc. 4.10%, 08/08/2062 | | | | | | | 190 | | | | 169,176 | |
Autodesk, Inc. 2.40%, 12/15/2031 | | | | | | | 1,824 | | | | 1,526,581 | |
Broadcom, Inc. 2.45%, 02/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 643 | | | | 527,530 | |
3.187%, 11/15/2036(a) | | | | | | | 694 | | | | 528,553 | |
Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. 2.60%, 05/01/2031 | | | | | | | 1,460 | | | | 1,223,172 | |
2.90%, 12/01/2029 | | | | | | | 569 | | | | 499,991 | |
CDW LLC/CDW Finance Corp. 3.276%, 12/01/2028 | | | | | | | 986 | | | | 856,203 | |
4.125%, 05/01/2025 | | | | | | | 1,545 | | | | 1,509,773 | |
Cisco Systems, Inc. 5.50%, 01/15/2040 | | | | | | | 1,075 | | | | 1,167,938 | |
5.90%, 02/15/2039 | | | | | | | 50 | | | | 56,357 | |
Entegris Escrow Corp. 4.75%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 390 | | | | 362,793 | |
Fidelity National Information Services, Inc. 5.625%, 07/15/2052 | | | | | | | 818 | | | | 788,059 | |
HP, Inc. 2.65%, 06/17/2031 | | | | | | | 650 | | | | 529,386 | |
5.50%, 01/15/2033 | | | | | | | 740 | | | | 734,141 | |
Intel Corp. 3.10%, 02/15/2060 | | | | | | | 1,580 | | | | 1,021,731 | |
5.05%, 08/05/2062 | | | | | | | 765 | | | | 704,631 | |
5.90%, 02/10/2063 | | | | | | | 632 | | | | 650,706 | |
International Business Machines Corp. 3.43%, 02/09/2052 | | | | | | | 575 | | | | 420,714 | |
4.00%, 06/20/2042 | | | | | | | 865 | | | | 741,746 | |
4.50%, 02/06/2026 | | | | | | | 527 | | | | 527,698 | |
4.90%, 07/27/2052 | | | | | | | 735 | | | | 687,034 | |
Jabil, Inc. 4.25%, 05/15/2027 | | | | | | | 1,429 | | | | 1,391,872 | |
5.45%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | | | 115 | | | | 115,685 | |
KLA Corp. 4.95%, 07/15/2052 | | | | | | | 510 | | | | 504,914 | |
5.00%, 03/15/2049 | | | | | | | 900 | | | | 883,066 | |
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Lam Research Corp. 2.875%, 06/15/2050 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,220 | | | $ | 861,456 | |
3.125%, 06/15/2060 | | | | | | | 480 | | | | 331,433 | |
Micron Technology, Inc. 2.703%, 04/15/2032 | | | | | | | 1,610 | | | | 1,287,113 | |
5.375%, 04/15/2028 | | | | | | | 25 | | | | 24,907 | |
5.875%, 02/09/2033 | | | | | | | 144 | | | | 145,213 | |
6.75%, 11/01/2029 | | | | | | | 189 | | | | 199,321 | |
Microsoft Corp. 2.675%, 06/01/2060 | | | | | | | 500 | | | | 346,416 | |
NXP BV/NXP Funding LLC/NXP USA, Inc. 3.15%, 05/01/2027 | | | | | | | 515 | | | | 480,817 | |
3.25%, 05/11/2041 | | | | | | | 705 | | | | 513,460 | |
5.00%, 01/15/2033 | | | | | | | 365 | | | | 356,172 | |
Oracle Corp. 4.125%, 05/15/2045 | | | | | | | 673 | | | | 530,832 | |
4.65%, 05/06/2030 | | | | | | | 538 | | | | 527,551 | |
QUALCOMM, Inc. 4.65%, 05/20/2035 | | | | | | | 1,465 | | | | 1,476,702 | |
6.00%, 05/20/2053 | | | | | | | 325 | | | | 369,833 | |
Salesforce.com, Inc. 2.90%, 07/15/2051 | | | | | | | 642 | | | | 455,587 | |
SK Hynix, Inc. 6.375%, 01/17/2028(a) | | | | | | | 485 | | | | 486,727 | |
Skyworks Solutions, Inc. 3.00%, 06/01/2031 | | | | | | | 1,785 | | | | 1,488,712 | |
Texas Instruments, Inc. 4.10%, 08/16/2052 | | | | | | | 272 | | | | 248,910 | |
4.60%, 02/15/2028 | | | | | | | 545 | | | | 557,592 | |
VMware, Inc. 4.70%, 05/15/2030 | | | | | | | 545 | | | | 527,270 | |
Western Digital Corp. 2.85%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | | | 956 | | | | 755,863 | |
3.10%, 02/01/2032 | | | | | | | 500 | | | | 362,053 | |
Workday, Inc. 3.70%, 04/01/2029 | | | | | | | 56 | | | | 52,773 | |
3.80%, 04/01/2032 | | | | | | | 694 | | | | 633,520 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 31,149,683 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 112,490,104 | |
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Financial Institutions – 33.6% | |
Banking – 24.8% | |
ABN AMRO Bank NV 2.47%, 12/13/2029(a) | | | | | | | 1,800 | | | | 1,538,073 | |
4.80%, 04/18/2026(a) | | | | | | | 600 | | | | 585,228 | |
AIB Group PLC 4.263%, 04/10/2025(a) | | | | | | | 570 | | | | 559,213 | |
7.583%, 10/14/2026(a) | | | | | | | 539 | | | | 555,909 | |
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Banco Santander SA 2.749%, 12/03/2030 | | U.S.$ | | | 1,000 | | | $ | 791,451 | |
4.175%, 03/24/2028 | | | | | 400 | | | | 379,985 | |
4.25%, 04/11/2027 | | | | | 400 | | | | 383,630 | |
5.179%, 11/19/2025 | | | | | 200 | | | | 197,272 | |
5.294%, 08/18/2027 | | | | | 400 | | | | 397,323 | |
Bank of America Corp. 2.456%, 10/22/2025 | | | | | 1,345 | | | | 1,285,598 | |
2.572%, 10/20/2032 | | | | | 325 | | | | 266,939 | |
2.884%, 10/22/2030 | | | | | 470 | | | | 408,969 | |
3.194%, 07/23/2030 | | | | | 190 | | | | 169,192 | |
3.384%, 04/02/2026 | | | | | 385 | | | | 371,259 | |
3.705%, 04/24/2028 | | | | | 530 | | | | 502,741 | |
3.846%, 03/08/2037 | | | | | 985 | | | | 850,766 | |
4.078%, 04/23/2040 | | | | | 835 | | | | 725,726 | |
4.376%, 04/27/2028 | | | | | 375 | | | | 364,115 | |
Bank of Ireland Group PLC 6.253%, 09/16/2026(a) | | | | | 1,009 | | | | 1,006,944 | |
Barclays PLC 4.375%, 09/11/2024 | | | | | 539 | | | | 522,691 | |
5.088%, 06/20/2030 | | | | | 535 | | | | 500,190 | |
7.385%, 11/02/2028 | | | | | 627 | | | | 669,312 | |
BNP Paribas SA 2.159%, 09/15/2029(a) | | | | | 1,475 | | | | 1,252,539 | |
2.871%, 04/19/2032(a) | | | | | 200 | | | | 166,712 | |
4.625%, 02/25/2031(a)(c) | | | | | 264 | | | | 188,345 | |
6.625%, 03/25/2024(a)(c) | | | | | 200 | | | | 189,508 | |
7.375%, 08/19/2025(a)(c) | | | | | 690 | | | | 664,859 | |
BPCE SA 4.625%, 07/11/2024(a) | | | | | 855 | | | | 834,689 | |
5.15%, 07/21/2024(a) | | | | | 375 | | | | 367,831 | |
5.975%, 01/18/2027(a) | | | | | 277 | | | | 279,061 | |
CaixaBank SA 6.208%, 01/18/2029(a) | | | | | 259 | | | | 260,262 | |
Capital One Financial Corp. 2.359%, 07/29/2032 | | | | | 726 | | | | 526,139 | |
5.468%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | 116 | | | | 114,093 | |
Citigroup, Inc. 2.904%, 11/03/2042 | | | | | 1,005 | | | | 726,281 | |
Series Y 4.15%, 11/15/2026(c) | | | | | 887 | | | | 732,856 | |
Cooperatieve Rabobank UA 3.75%, 07/21/2026 | | | | | 1,160 | | | | 1,091,787 | |
4.00%, 04/10/2029(a) | | | | | 800 | | | | 774,871 | |
4.375%, 06/29/2027(a)(c) | | EUR | | | 200 | | | | 186,807 | |
Credit Agricole SA 0.125%, 12/09/2027 | | | | | 200 | | | | 187,043 | |
1.247%, 01/26/2027(a) | | U.S.$ | | | 1,285 | | | | 1,150,298 | |
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Deutsche Bank AG/New York NY 2.311%, 11/16/2027 | | U.S.$ | | | 877 | | | $ | 757,376 | |
3.742%, 01/07/2033 | | | | | 920 | | | | 673,166 | |
6.72%, 01/18/2029 | | | | | 249 | | | | 252,945 | |
7.079%, 02/10/2034 | | | | | 391 | | | | 364,399 | |
Discover Financial Services 6.70%, 11/29/2032 | | | | | 213 | | | | 225,335 | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The) 1.948%, 10/21/2027 | | | | | 805 | | | | 721,390 | |
3.102%, 02/24/2033 | | | | | 62 | | | | 53,379 | |
3.691%, 06/05/2028 | | | | | 500 | | | | 475,970 | |
4.223%, 05/01/2029 | | | | | 350 | | | | 336,186 | |
4.411%, 04/23/2039 | | | | | 465 | | | | 417,519 | |
4.482%, 08/23/2028 | | | | | 380 | | | | 373,082 | |
HSBC Holdings PLC 2.099%, 06/04/2026 | | | | | 563 | | | | 524,005 | |
3.973%, 05/22/2030 | | | | | 550 | | | | 505,422 | |
4.755%, 06/09/2028 | | | | | 513 | | | | 500,596 | |
6.161%, 03/09/2029 | | | | | 200 | | | | 205,495 | |
Intesa Sanpaolo SpA 3.875%, 01/12/2028(a) | | | | | 460 | | | | 416,542 | |
5.017%, 06/26/2024(a) | | | | | 730 | | | | 712,188 | |
Series XR 4.00%, 09/23/2029(a) | | | | | 1,170 | | | | 1,035,914 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. 4.912%, 07/25/2033 | | | | | 66 | | | | 65,717 | |
KBC Group NV 5.796%, 01/19/2029(a) | | | | | 229 | | | | 231,942 | |
Lloyds Banking Group PLC 3.574%, 11/07/2028 | | | | | 310 | | | | 286,703 | |
4.65%, 03/24/2026 | | | | | 630 | | | | 606,472 | |
4.716%, 08/11/2026 | | | | | 380 | | | | 373,914 | |
5.871%, 03/06/2029 | | | | | 287 | | | | 293,154 | |
7.50%, 06/27/2024(c) | | | | | 288 | | | | 276,514 | |
7.953%, 11/15/2033 | | | | | 533 | | | | 594,236 | |
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. 0.848%, 07/19/2029(a) | | EUR | | | 200 | | | | 184,724 | |
1.64%, 10/13/2027 | | U.S.$ | | | 461 | | | | 409,003 | |
5.354%, 09/13/2028 | | | | | 370 | | | | 373,394 | |
5.475%, 02/22/2031 | | | | | 242 | | | | 245,401 | |
5.541%, 04/17/2026 | | | | | 596 | | | | 597,254 | |
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. 3.153%, 07/16/2030 | | | | | 565 | | | | 500,282 | |
5.414%, 09/13/2028 | | | | | 498 | | | | 502,324 | |
5.667%, 05/27/2029 | | | | | 485 | | | | 493,415 | |
5.739%, 05/27/2031 | | | | | 485 | | | | 495,288 | |
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Morgan Stanley 2.475%, 01/21/2028 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 907 | | | $ | 828,322 | |
4.889%, 07/20/2033 | | | | | | | 555 | | | | 545,410 | |
5.123%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | | | 417 | | | | 418,890 | |
6.296%, 10/18/2028 | | | | | | | 705 | | | | 740,760 | |
Nationwide Building Society 2.972%, 02/16/2028(a) | | | | | | | 1,065 | | | | 972,517 | |
NatWest Group PLC 3.073%, 05/22/2028 | | | | | | | 551 | | | | 503,688 | |
4.269%, 03/22/2025 | | | | | | | 403 | | | | 397,204 | |
7.472%, 11/10/2026 | | | | | | | 265 | | | | 276,383 | |
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (The) 5.068%, 01/24/2034 | | | | | | | 190 | | | | 187,077 | |
Santander Holdings USA, Inc. 4.26%, 06/09/2025 | | | | | | | 290 | | | | 280,352 | |
6.499%, 03/09/2029 | | | | | | | 419 | | | | 421,055 | |
Santander UK Group Holdings PLC 2.469%, 01/11/2028 | | | | | | | 514 | | | | 456,968 | |
6.534%, 01/10/2029 | | | | | | | 489 | | | | 502,413 | |
6.833%, 11/21/2026 | | | | | | | 905 | | | | 921,691 | |
Shinhan Bank Co., Ltd. 4.375%, 04/13/2032(a) | | | | | | | 385 | | | | 357,641 | |
Societe Generale SA 2.797%, 01/19/2028(a) | | | | | | | 960 | | | | 856,777 | |
2.889%, 06/09/2032(a) | | | | | | | 1,480 | | | | 1,174,342 | |
Standard Chartered PLC 2.608%, 01/12/2028(a) | | | | | | | 920 | | | | 825,283 | |
State Street Corp. 4.821%, 01/26/2034 | | | | | | | 55 | | | | 54,824 | |
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. 2.472%, 01/14/2029 | | | | | | | 920 | | | | 801,068 | |
5.464%, 01/13/2026 | | | | | | | 933 | | | | 942,086 | |
Svenska Handelsbanken AB 4.75%, 03/01/2031(a)(c) | | | | | | | 1,000 | | | | 786,429 | |
Synchrony Bank 5.625%, 08/23/2027 | | | | | | | 570 | | | | 542,080 | |
Truist Financial Corp. 1.95%, 06/05/2030 | | | | | | | 51 | | | | 41,086 | |
5.122%, 01/26/2034 | | | | | | | 248 | | | | 240,429 | |
UniCredit SpA 1.982%, 06/03/2027(a) | | | | | | | 621 | | | | 549,782 | |
US Bancorp 4.839%, 02/01/2034 | | | | | | | 162 | | | | 155,008 | |
Westpac Banking Corp. Series G 4.322%, 11/23/2031 | | | | | | | 554 | | | | 524,988 | |
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Brokerage – 0.8% | |
Voya Financial, Inc. 5.65%, 05/15/2053 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,768 | | | $ | 1,767,068 | |
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Synchrony Financial 3.95%, 12/01/2027 | | | | | | | 295 | | | | 260,364 | |
4.875%, 06/13/2025 | | | | | | | 285 | | | | 269,018 | |
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Insurance – 2.6% | |
Allianz SE 3.20%, 10/30/2027(a)(c) | | | | | | | 1,400 | | | | 1,025,077 | |
Assicurazioni Generali SpA 2.124%, 10/01/2030(a) | | | EUR | | | | 545 | | | | 492,650 | |
2.429%, 07/14/2031(a) | | | | | | | 470 | | | | 429,475 | |
Centene Corp. 2.50%, 03/01/2031 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,295 | | | | 1,056,352 | |
2.625%, 08/01/2031 | | | | | | | 708 | | | | 578,834 | |
Humana, Inc. 2.15%, 02/03/2032 | | | | | | | 635 | | | | 513,761 | |
5.75%, 03/01/2028 | | | | | | | 177 | | | | 184,535 | |
Prudential Financial, Inc. 5.20%, 03/15/2044 | | | | | | | 1,150 | | | | 1,102,439 | |
Zurich Finance Ireland Designated Activity Co. 3.00%, 04/19/2051(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 156,916 | |
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REITs – 5.1% | |
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. 2.00%, 05/18/2032 | | | | | | | 385 | | | | 296,577 | |
2.95%, 03/15/2034 | | | | | | | 1,158 | | | | 937,461 | |
American Homes 4 Rent LP 3.375%, 07/15/2051 | | | | | | | 845 | | | | 558,506 | |
American Tower Corp. 2.95%, 01/15/2051 | | | | | | | 475 | | | | 306,587 | |
3.70%, 10/15/2049 | | | | | | | 510 | | | | 373,102 | |
3.80%, 08/15/2029 | | | | | | | 285 | | | | 267,133 | |
Boston Properties LP 2.45%, 10/01/2033 | | | | | | | 300 | | | | 215,870 | |
4.50%, 12/01/2028 | | | | | | | 1,400 | | | | 1,272,882 | |
6.75%, 12/01/2027 | | | | | | | 183 | | | | 186,356 | |
Crown Castle, Inc. 3.10%, 11/15/2029 | | | | | | | 587 | | | | 527,485 | |
Digital Dutch Finco BV 1.00%, 01/15/2032(a) | | | EUR | | | | 800 | | | | 627,399 | |
Equinix, Inc. 2.15%, 07/15/2030 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 711 | | | | 584,350 | |
3.90%, 04/15/2032 | | | | | | | 762 | | | | 693,374 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Healthpeak OP LLC 1.35%, 02/01/2027 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 677 | | | $ | 596,425 | |
Kilroy Realty LP 4.75%, 12/15/2028 | | | | | | | 242 | | | | 215,197 | |
Omega Healthcare Investors, Inc. 3.25%, 04/15/2033 | | | | | | | 765 | | | | 574,258 | |
Prologis LP 1.25%, 10/15/2030 | | | | | | | 1,155 | | | | 913,321 | |
3.00%, 04/15/2050 | | | | | | | 240 | | | | 166,778 | |
Simon Property Group LP 5.85%, 03/08/2053 | | | | | | | 384 | | | | 388,784 | |
Ventas Realty LP 5.70%, 09/30/2043 | | | | | | | 290 | | | | 280,855 | |
Welltower OP LLC 4.95%, 09/01/2048 | | | | | | | 765 | | | | 678,247 | |
Weyerhaeuser Co. 3.375%, 03/09/2033 | | | | | | | 390 | | | | 345,548 | |
7.375%, 03/15/2032 | | | | | | | 22 | | | | 25,501 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 11,031,996 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 71,980,191 | |
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Utility – 8.5% | |
Electric – 8.2% | |
Avangrid, Inc. 3.20%, 04/15/2025 | | | | | | | 1,515 | | | | 1,455,790 | |
3.80%, 06/01/2029 | | | | | | | 673 | | | | 634,642 | |
Commonwealth Edison Co. 3.00%, 03/01/2050 | | | | | | | 205 | | | | 147,114 | |
Series 133 3.85%, 03/15/2052 | | | | | | | 465 | | | | 385,527 | |
Consolidated Edison Co. of New York, Inc. Series 05-A 5.30%, 03/01/2035 | | | | | | | 225 | | | | 230,550 | |
Series A 3.70%, 11/15/2059 | | | | | | | 505 | | | | 381,658 | |
4.125%, 05/15/2049 | | | | | | | 155 | | | | 131,701 | |
4.50%, 05/15/2058 | | | | | | | 855 | | | | 745,862 | |
Consorcio Transmantaro SA 4.70%, 04/16/2034(a) | | | | | | | 890 | | | | 813,961 | |
EDP Finance BV 1.71%, 01/24/2028(a) | | | | | | | 2,720 | | | | 2,356,257 | |
Enel Finance International NV 2.25%, 07/12/2031(a) | | | | | | | 1,270 | | | | 1,003,532 | |
6.80%, 09/15/2037(a) | | | | | | | 280 | | | | 300,855 | |
7.50%, 10/14/2032(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 223,799 | |
Engie SA 3.25%, 11/28/2024(a)(c) | | | EUR | | | | 200 | | | | 213,633 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Florida Power & Light Co. 5.30%, 04/01/2053 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 595 | | | $ | 633,877 | |
Iberdrola International BV Series NC9 1.825%, 08/09/2029(a)(c) | | | EUR | | | | 1,100 | | | | 926,531 | |
NextEra Energy Capital Holdings, Inc. 1.90%, 06/15/2028 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,381 | | | | 1,216,666 | |
2.25%, 06/01/2030 | | | | | | | 440 | | | | 373,911 | |
4.80%, 12/01/2077 | | | | | | | 325 | | | | 279,656 | |
5.00%, 07/15/2032 | | | | | | | 540 | | | | 545,001 | |
Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. 1.96%, 06/27/2030(a) | | | | | | | 1,611 | | | | 1,321,581 | |
5.783%, 09/16/2052(a) | | | | | | | 370 | | | | 384,656 | |
Public Service Electric and Gas Co. 3.10%, 03/15/2032 | | | | | | | 1,219 | | | | 1,099,189 | |
3.80%, 03/01/2046 | | | | | | | 615 | | | | 510,778 | |
3.85%, 05/01/2049 | | | | | | | 460 | | | | 386,781 | |
San Diego Gas & Electric Co. Series WWW 2.95%, 08/15/2051 | | | | | | | 1,275 | | | | 898,265 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 17,601,773 | |
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Other Utility – 0.3% | |
American Water Capital Corp. 3.25%, 06/01/2051 | | | | | | | 735 | | | | 543,008 | |
3.45%, 05/01/2050 | | | | | | | 195 | | | | 150,787 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 693,795 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 18,295,568 | |
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Total Corporates - Investment Grade (cost $229,438,278) | | | | | | | | | | | 202,765,863 | |
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CORPORATES - NON-INVESTMENT GRADE – 2.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 1.9% | |
Capital Goods – 0.3% | |
Clean Harbors, Inc. 4.875%, 07/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 95 | | | | 91,967 | |
GFL Environmental, Inc. 4.375%, 08/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 251 | | | | 227,165 | |
5.125%, 12/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 445 | | | | 438,306 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 757,438 | |
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Communications - Media – 0.3% | |
CCO Holdings LLC/CCO Holdings Capital Corp. 4.75%, 02/01/2032(a) | | | | | | | 889 | | | | 735,705 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 1.0% | |
Dana, Inc. 4.25%, 09/01/2030 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 935 | | | $ | 759,899 | |
Ford Motor Co. 3.25%, 02/12/2032 | | | | | | | 871 | | | | 673,453 | |
6.10%, 08/19/2032 | | | | | | | 285 | | | | 271,766 | |
ZF North America Capital, Inc. 6.875%, 04/14/2028(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 205,626 | |
7.125%, 04/14/2030(a) | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 206,533 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 2,117,277 | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.2% | |
US Acute Care Solutions LLC 6.375%, 03/01/2026(a) | | | | | | | 455 | | | | 407,663 | |
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Services – 0.1% | |
Block, Inc. 3.50%, 06/01/2031 | | | | | | | 200 | | | | 162,919 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 4,181,002 | |
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Financial Institutions – 0.6% | |
REITs – 0.6% | |
MPT Operating Partnership LP/MPT Finance Corp. 5.00%, 10/15/2027 | | | | | | | 1,445 | | | | 1,215,873 | |
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Total Corporates - Non-Investment Grade (cost $6,340,151) | | | | | | | | | | | 5,396,875 | |
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EMERGING MARKETS - CORPORATE BONDS – 1.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 0.9% | |
Basic – 0.8% | |
Klabin Austria GmbH 3.20%, 01/12/2031(a) | | | | | | | 2,040 | | | | 1,630,062 | |
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Energy – 0.1% | |
ReNew Power Pvt Ltd. 5.875%, 03/05/2027(a) | | | | | | | 291 | | | | 273,231 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,903,293 | |
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Financial Institutions – 0.2% | |
Banking – 0.2% | |
Itau Unibanco Holding SA/Cayman Island 3.875%, 04/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 480 | | | | 435,660 | |
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Total Emerging Markets - Corporate Bonds (cost $2,786,668) | | | | | | | | | | | 2,338,953 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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SUPRANATIONALS – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
International Bank for Reconstruction & Development Zero Coupon, 03/31/2027 (cost $930,584) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 970 | | | $ | 893,420 | |
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LOCAL GOVERNMENTS - US MUNICIPAL BONDS – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
United States – 0.0% | |
Metropolitan Transportation Authority Series 2020-C 5.175%, 11/15/2049 (cost $78,067) | | | | | | | 65 | | | | 61,485 | |
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SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS – 0.2% | |
Investment Companies – 0.2% | |
AB Fixed Income Shares, Inc. – Government Money Market Portfolio – Class AB, 4.74%(d)(e)(f) (cost $437,826) | | | | | | | 437,826 | | | | 437,826 | |
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Time Deposits – 0.0% | |
SEB, Stockholm 1.92%, 05/02/2023 (cost $47,086) | | | EUR | | | | 43 | | | | 47,086 | |
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Total Short-Term Investments (cost $484,912) | | | | | | | | | | | 484,912 | |
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Total Investments – 98.8% (cost $240,058,660) | | | | | | | | | | | 211,941,508 | |
Other assets less liabilities – 1.2% | | | | | | | | | | | 2,520,656 | |
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Net Assets – 100.0% | | | | | | | | | | $ | 214,462,164 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
FUTURES (see Note D)
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Description | | Number of Contracts | | | Expiration Month | | | Current Notional | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Purchased Contracts | |
U.S. T-Note 2 Yr (CBT) Futures | | | 14 | | | | June 2023 | | | $ | 2,886,297 | | | $ | 27,789 | |
U.S. Ultra Bond (CBT) Futures | | | 49 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 6,928,906 | | | | 168,836 | |
Sold Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Euro-BOBL Futures | | | 6 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 779,947 | | | | (18,578 | ) |
Euro-Bund Futures | | | 10 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 1,493,736 | | | | (48,924 | ) |
Euro-Schatz Futures | | | 8 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 931,546 | | | | (8,534 | ) |
U.S. 10 Yr Ultra Futures | | | 25 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 3,036,328 | | | | (65,078 | ) |
U.S. T-Note 5 Yr (CBT) Futures | | | 5 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 548,711 | | | | (3,359 | ) |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 52,152 | |
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FORWARD CURRENCY EXCHANGE CONTRACTS (see Note D)
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Counterparty | | Contracts to Deliver (000) | | | In Exchange For (000) | | | Settlement Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Citibank, NA | | | EUR | | | | 3,101 | | | | USD | | | | 3,296 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | $ | (123,005 | ) |
(a) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities are considered restricted, but liquid and may be resold in transactions exempt from registration. At April 30, 2023, the aggregate market value of these securities amounted to $42,787,633 or 20.0% of net assets. |
(b) | Coupon rate adjusts periodically based upon a predetermined schedule. Stated interest rate in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(c) | Securities are perpetual and, thus, do not have a predetermined maturity date. The date shown, if applicable, reflects the next call date. |
(d) | To obtain a copy of the fund’s shareholder report, please go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227-4618. |
(e) | The rate shown represents the 7-day yield as of period end. |
(f) | Affiliated investments. |
Currency Abbreviations:
EUR – Euro
USD – United States Dollar
Glossary:
BOBL – Bundesobligationen
CBT – Chicago Board of Trade
REIT – Real Estate Investment Trust
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Assets | | | | |
Investments in securities, at value Unaffiliated issuers (cost $239,620,834) | | $ | 211,503,682 | |
Affiliated issuers (cost $437,826) | | | 437,826 | |
Cash | | | 527 | |
Cash collateral due from broker | | | 373,545 | |
Foreign currencies, at value (cost $73) | | | 76 | |
Unaffiliated interest receivable | | | 2,323,376 | |
Receivable for capital stock sold | | | 249,805 | |
Affiliated dividends receivable | | | 9,721 | |
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Total assets | | | 214,898,558 | |
| | | | |
Liabilities | | | | |
Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 123,005 | |
Dividends payable | | | 89,085 | |
Advisory fee payable | | | 58,486 | |
Custody and accounting fees payable | | | 52,240 | |
Audit and tax fee payable | | | 28,942 | |
Payable for variation margin on futures | | | 28,820 | |
Administrative fee payable | | | 22,246 | |
Payable for capital stock redeemed | | | 17,910 | |
Transfer Agent fee payable | | | 4,427 | |
Distribution fee payable | | | 12 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 11,221 | |
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Total liabilities | | | 436,394 | |
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Net Assets | | $ | 214,462,164 | |
| | | | |
Composition of Net Assets | | | | |
Capital stock, at par | | $ | 25,899 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 252,319,080 | |
Accumulated loss | | | (37,882,815 | ) |
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| | $ | 214,462,164 | |
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Net Asset Value Per Share—30 billion shares of capital stock authorized, $.001 par value
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Class | | Net Assets | | | Shares Outstanding | | | Net Asset Value | |
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A | | $ | 63,121 | | | | 7,622 | | | $ | 8.28 | * |
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Advisor | | $ | 214,399,043 | | | | 25,890,987 | | | $ | 8.28 | |
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* | The maximum offering price per share for Class A shares was $8.65, which reflects a sales charge of 4.25%. |
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Investment Income | | | | | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 3,516,281 | | | | | |
Dividends | | | | | | | | |
Affiliated issuers | | | 55,897 | | | | | |
Unaffiliated issuers | | | 10,891 | | | $ | 3,583,069 | |
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Expenses | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fee (see Note B) | | | 428,828 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class A | | | 3 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Advisor Class | | | 9,938 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class A | | | 77 | | | | | |
Custody and accounting | | | 55,409 | | | | | |
Administrative | | | 52,567 | | | | | |
Audit and tax | | | 32,065 | | | | | |
Registration fees | | | 22,959 | | | | | |
Legal | | | 15,150 | | | | | |
Printing | | | 13,147 | | | | | |
Directors’ fees | | | 9,424 | | | | | |
Miscellaneous | | | 6,601 | | | | | |
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Total expenses | | | 646,168 | | | | | |
Less: expenses waived and reimbursed by the Adviser (see Note B) | | | (75,291 | ) | | | | |
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Net expenses | | | | | | | 570,877 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | | | | | 3,012,192 | |
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Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investment and Foreign Currency Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net realized gain (loss) on: | | | | | | | | |
Investment transactions | | | | | | | (2,545,471 | ) |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | (333,257 | ) |
Futures | | | | | | | (135,175 | ) |
Foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | 28,259 | |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on: | | | | | | | | |
Investments | | | | | | | 15,668,350 | |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | (3,671 | ) |
Futures | | | | | | | 614,195 | |
Foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | | | | | 10,441 | |
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Net gain on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | 13,303,671 | |
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Net Increase in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | $ | 16,315,863 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
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| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | $ | 3,012,192 | | | $ | 4,257,987 | |
Net realized loss on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | (2,985,644 | ) | | | (5,373,851 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments and foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | 16,289,315 | | | | (43,944,475 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations | | | 16,315,863 | | | | (45,060,339 | ) |
Distributions to Shareholders | | | | | | | | |
Class A | | | (1,098 | ) | | | (1,743 | ) |
Advisor Class | | | (3,647,222 | ) | | | (5,232,202 | ) |
Capital Stock Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net increase | | | 24,651,040 | | | | 58,179,131 | |
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Total increase | | | 37,318,583 | | | | 7,884,847 | |
Net Assets | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 177,143,581 | | | | 169,258,734 | |
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End of period | | $ | 214,462,164 | | | $ | 177,143,581 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
NOTE A
Significant Accounting Policies
AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 as an open-end management investment company. The Company, which is a Maryland corporation, operates as a series company comprised of 10 portfolios currently in operation. Each portfolio is considered to be a separate entity for financial reporting and tax purposes. This report relates only to the AB Sustainable Thematic Credit Portfolio (the “Fund”), a non-diversified portfolio. The Fund has authorized the issuance of Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I, Class Z, Class T, Class 1 and Class 2 shares. Class C, Class R, Class K, Class I, Class Z, Class T, Class 1 and Class 2 shares have not been issued as of April 30, 2023. Class A shares are sold with a front-end sales charge of up to 4.25% for purchases not exceeding $1,000,000. With respect to purchases of $1,000,000 or more, Class A shares redeemed within one year of purchase may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1%. Advisor Class shares are sold without an initial or contingent deferred sales charge and are not subject to ongoing distribution expenses. All 10 classes of shares have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights, except that the classes bear different distribution and transfer agency expenses. Each class has exclusive voting rights with respect to its distribution plan. The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The Fund is an investment company under U.S. GAAP and follows the accounting and reporting guidance applicable to investment companies. The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund.
1. Security Valuation
Portfolio securities are valued at market value determined on the basis of market quotations or, if market quotations are not readily available or are unreliable, at “fair value” as determined in accordance with procedures approved by and under the oversight of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Pursuant to these procedures, AllianceBernstein L.P. (the “Adviser”) serves as the Company’s valuation designee pursuant to Rule 2a-5 of the 1940 Act. In this capacity, the Adviser is responsible, among other things, for making all fair value determinations relating to the Company’s portfolio investments, subject to the Board’s oversight.
In general, the market values of securities which are readily available and deemed reliable are determined as follows: securities listed on a national
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securities exchange (other than securities listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market, Inc. (“NASDAQ”)) or on a foreign securities exchange are valued at the last sale price at the close of the exchange or foreign securities exchange. If there has been no sale on such day, the securities are valued at the last traded price from the previous day. Securities listed on more than one exchange are valued by reference to the principal exchange on which the securities are traded; securities listed only on NASDAQ are valued in accordance with the NASDAQ Official Closing Price; listed or over the counter (“OTC”) market put or call options are valued at the mid level between the current bid and ask prices. If either a current bid or current ask price is unavailable, the Adviser will have discretion to determine the best valuation (e.g., last trade price in the case of listed options); open futures are valued using the closing settlement price or, in the absence of such a price, the most recent quoted bid price. If there are no quotations available for the day of valuation, the last available closing settlement price is used; U.S. Government securities and any other debt instruments having 60 days or less remaining until maturity are generally valued at market by an independent pricing vendor, if a market price is available. If a market price is not available, the securities are valued at amortized cost. This methodology is commonly used for short term securities that have an original maturity of 60 days or less, as well as short term securities that had an original term to maturity that exceeded 60 days. In instances when amortized cost is utilized, the Valuation Committee (the “Committee”) must reasonably conclude that the utilization of amortized cost is approximately the same as the fair value of the security. Factors the Committee will consider include, but are not limited to, an impairment of the creditworthiness of the issuer or material changes in interest rates. Fixed-income securities, including mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, may be valued on the basis of prices provided by a pricing service or at a price obtained from one or more of the major broker-dealers. In cases where broker-dealer quotes are obtained, the Adviser may establish procedures whereby changes in market yields or spreads are used to adjust, on a daily basis, a recently obtained quoted price on a security. Swaps and other derivatives are valued daily, primarily using independent pricing services, independent pricing models using market inputs, as well as third party broker-dealers or counterparties. Open-end mutual funds are valued at the closing net asset value per share, while exchange traded funds are valued at the closing market price per share.
Securities for which market quotations are not readily available (including restricted securities) or are deemed unreliable are valued at fair value as deemed appropriate by the Adviser. Factors considered in making this determination may include, but are not limited to, information obtained by contacting the issuer, analysts, analysis of the issuer’s financial statements or other available documents. In addition, the Fund may use fair value
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pricing for securities primarily traded in non-U.S. markets because most foreign markets close well before the Fund values its securities at 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time. The earlier close of these foreign markets gives rise to the possibility that significant events, including broad market moves, may have occurred in the interim and may materially affect the value of those securities. To account for this, the Fund generally values many of its foreign equity securities using fair value prices based on third party vendor modeling tools to the extent available.
2. Fair Value Measurements
In accordance with U.S. GAAP regarding fair value measurements, fair value is defined as the price that the Fund would receive to sell an asset or pay to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. U.S. GAAP establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and a three-level hierarchy for fair value measurements based upon the transparency of inputs to the valuation of an asset or liability (including those valued based on their market values as described in Note A.1 above). Inputs may be observable or unobservable and refer broadly to the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. Observable inputs reflect the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on market data obtained from sources independent of the Fund. Unobservable inputs reflect the Fund’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on the best information available in the circumstances. Each investment is assigned a level based upon the observability of the inputs which are significant to the overall valuation. The three-tier hierarchy of inputs is summarized below.
| • | | Level 1—quoted prices in active markets for identical investments |
| • | | Level 2—other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar investments, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.) |
| • | | Level 3—significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments) |
The fair value of debt instruments, such as bonds, and over-the-counter derivatives is generally based on market price quotations, recently executed market transactions (where observable) or industry recognized modeling techniques and are generally classified as Level 2. Pricing vendor inputs to Level 2 valuations may include quoted prices for similar investments in active markets, interest rate curves, coupon rates, currency rates, yield curves, option adjusted spreads, default rates, credit spreads and other unique security features in order to estimate the relevant cash flows
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which are then discounted to calculate fair values. If these inputs are unobservable and significant to the fair value, these investments will be classified as Level 3.
Where readily available market prices or relevant bid prices are not available for certain equity investments, such investments may be valued based on similar publicly traded investments, movements in relevant indices since last available prices or based upon underlying company fundamentals and comparable company data (such as multiples to earnings or other multiples to equity). Where an investment is valued using an observable input, such as another publicly traded security, the investment will be classified as Level 2. If management determines that an adjustment is appropriate based on restrictions on resale, illiquidity or uncertainty, and such adjustment is a significant component of the valuation, the investment will be classified as Level 3. An investment will also be classified as Level 3 where management uses company fundamentals and other significant inputs to determine the valuation.
Other fixed income investments, including non-U.S. government and corporate debt, are generally valued using quoted market prices, if available, which are typically impacted by current interest rates, maturity dates and any perceived credit risk of the issuer. Additionally, in the absence of quoted market prices, these inputs are used by pricing vendors to derive a valuation based upon industry or proprietary models which incorporate issuer specific data with relevant yield/spread comparisons with more widely quoted bonds with similar key characteristics. Those investments for which there are observable inputs are classified as Level 2. Where the inputs are not observable, the investments are classified as Level 3.
The following table summarizes the valuation of the Fund’s investments by the above fair value hierarchy levels as of April 30, 2023:
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Investments in Securities | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Corporates – Investment Grade | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 202,765,863 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 202,765,863 | |
Corporates – Non-Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | | 5,396,875 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 5,396,875 | |
Emerging Markets – Corporate Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,338,953 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,338,953 | |
Supranationals | | | – 0 | – | | | 893,420 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 893,420 | |
Local Governments – US Municipal Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 61,485 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 61,485 | |
Short-Term Investments: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Investment Companies | | | 437,826 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 437,826 | |
Time Deposits | | | – 0 | – | | | 47,086 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 47,086 | |
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Total Investments in Securities | | | 437,826 | | | | 211,503,682 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 211,941,508 | |
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Investments in Securities | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Other Financial Instruments*: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Assets | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures | | $ | 196,625 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 196,625 | † |
Liabilities | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures | | | (144,473 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (144,473 | )† |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | (123,005 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (123,005 | ) |
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Total | | $ | 489,978 | | | $ | 211,380,677 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 211,870,655 | |
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* | Other financial instruments are derivative instruments, such as futures, forwards and swaps, which are valued at the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on the instrument. Other financial instruments may also include swaps with upfront premiums, written options and written swaptions which are valued at market value. |
† | Only variation margin receivable (payable) at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. Where applicable, centrally cleared swaps with upfront premiums are presented here at market value. |
3. Currency Translation
Assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies and commitments under forward currency exchange contracts are translated into U.S. dollars at the mean of the quoted bid and ask prices of such currencies against the U.S. dollar. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities are translated into U.S. dollars at the rates of exchange prevailing when such securities were acquired or sold. Income and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars at the rates of exchange prevailing when accrued.
Net realized gain or loss on foreign currency transactions represents foreign exchange gains and losses from sales and maturities of foreign fixed income investments, holding of foreign currencies, currency gains or losses realized between the trade and settlement dates on foreign investment transactions, and the difference between the amounts of dividends, interest and foreign withholding taxes recorded on the Fund’s books and the U.S. dollar equivalent amounts actually received or paid. Net unrealized currency gains and losses from valuing foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities at period end exchange rates are reflected as a component of net unrealized appreciation or depreciation of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities.
4. Taxes
It is the Fund’s policy to meet the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute all of its investment company taxable income and net realized gains, if any, to shareholders. Therefore, no provisions for federal income or excise taxes are required. The Fund may be subject to taxes imposed by countries in which it invests. Such taxes are generally based on income and/or capital gains earned or repatriated. Taxes are accrued and applied to net investment
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income, net realized gains and net unrealized appreciation/depreciation as such income and/or gains are earned.
In accordance with U.S. GAAP requirements regarding accounting for uncertainties in income taxes, management has analyzed the Fund’s tax positions taken or expected to be taken on federal and state income tax returns for all open tax years (the current and the prior two tax years) and has concluded that no provision for income tax is required in the Fund’s financial statements.
5. Investment Income and Investment Transactions
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date or as soon as the Fund is informed of the dividend. Interest income is accrued daily. Investment transactions are accounted for on the date the securities are purchased or sold. Investment gains or losses are determined on the identified cost basis. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date at the fair value of the securities received. The Fund amortizes premiums and accretes discounts as adjustments to interest income. The Fund accounts for distributions received from REIT investments or from regulated investment companies as dividend income, realized gain, or return of capital based on information provided by the REIT or the investment company.
6. Class Allocations
All income earned and expenses incurred by the Fund are borne on a pro-rata basis by each settled class of shares, based on the proportionate interest in the Fund represented by the net assets of such class, except for class specific expenses which are allocated to the respective class. Expenses of the Company are charged proportionately to each portfolio or based on other appropriate methods. Realized and unrealized gains and losses are allocated among the various share classes based on respective net assets.
7. Dividends and Distributions
Dividends and distributions to shareholders, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gains distributions are determined in accordance with federal tax regulations and may differ from those determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on their federal tax basis treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
8. Offering Expenses
Offering expenses of $128,373 were deferred and amortized on a straight line basis over a one year period starting from May 10, 2021 (commencement of operations).
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NOTE B
Advisory Fee and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Under the terms of the investment advisory agreement, the Fund pays the Adviser an advisory fee at an annual rate of .45% of the first $2.5 billion, .40% of the next $2.5 billion and .35% in excess of $5 billion of the Fund’s average daily net assets. The fee is accrued daily and paid monthly. The Adviser has agreed to waive its fees and bear certain expenses to the extent necessary to limit total operating (excluding acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest, interest expense, taxes, extraordinary expenses, and brokerage commissions and other transaction costs), on an annual basis (the “Expense Caps”) to .85% and .60% of the daily average net assets for Class A and Advisor Class, respectively. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such reimbursements/waivers amounted to $73,832. The Expense Caps may not be terminated by the Adviser before January 31, 2024. Any fees waived and expenses borne by the Adviser through May 10, 2022 are subject to repayment by the Fund until the end of the third fiscal year after the fiscal period in which the fee was waived or the expense was borne; such waivers that are subject to repayment amounted to $122,942 for the fiscal period ended October 31, 2021 and $222,462 for the year ended October 31, 2022. In any case, no repayment will be made that would cause the Fund’s total annual operating expenses to exceed the Expense Caps’ net fee percentages set forth above.
Pursuant to the investment advisory agreement, the Fund may reimburse the Adviser for certain legal and accounting services provided to the Fund by the Adviser. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the reimbursement for such services amounted to $52,567.
The Fund compensates AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. (“ABIS”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, under a Transfer Agency Agreement for providing personnel and facilities to perform transfer agency services for the Fund. ABIS may make payments to intermediaries that provide omnibus account services, sub-accounting services and/or networking services. Such compensation retained by ABIS amounted to $9,000 for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, serves as the distributor of the Fund’s shares. The Distributor has advised the Fund that it has retained front-end sales charges of $0 from the sale of Class A shares and received no contingent deferred sales charges imposed upon redemptions by shareholders of Class A shares, for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
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The Fund may invest in AB Government Money Market Portfolio (the “Government Money Market Portfolio”) which has a contractual annual advisory fee rate of .20% of the portfolio’s average daily net assets and bears its own expenses. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive .10% of the advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio (resulting in a net advisory fee of .10%) until August 31, 2023. In connection with the investment by the Fund in Government Money Market Portfolio, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of the effective advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio, as borne indirectly by the Fund as an acquired fund fee and expense. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such waiver amounted to $1,459.
A summary of the Fund’s transactions in AB mutual funds for the six months ended April 30, 2023 is as follows:
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Fund | | Market Value 10/31/22 (000) | | | Purchases at Cost (000) | | | Sales Proceeds (000) | | | Market Value 4/30/23 (000) | | | Dividend Income (000) | |
Government Money Market Portfolio | | $ | 6,929 | | | $ | 28,718 | | | $ | 35,209 | | | $ | 438 | | | $ | 56 | |
NOTE C
Distribution Services Agreement
The Fund has adopted a Distribution Services Agreement (the “Agreement”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Under the Agreement, the Fund pays distribution and servicing fees to the Distributor at an annual rate of up to .25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares. There are no distribution and servicing fees on the Advisor Class. The fees are accrued daily and paid monthly. The Agreement provides that the Distributor will use such payments in their entirety for distribution assistance and promotional activities. In accordance with the Agreement, there is no provision for recovery of unreimbursed distribution costs incurred by the Distributor beyond the current fiscal year for Class A shares. The Agreement also provides that the Adviser may use its own resources to finance the distribution of the Fund’s shares.
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NOTE D
Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) for the six months ended April 30, 2023, were as follows:
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| | Purchases | | | Sales | |
Investment securities (excluding U.S. government securities) | | $ | 52,670,201 | | | $ | 20,092,411 | |
U.S. government securities | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,829,322 | |
The cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was substantially the same as the cost for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, gross unrealized appreciation and unrealized depreciation are as follows:
| | | | |
Gross unrealized appreciation | | $ | 1,249,141 | |
Gross unrealized depreciation | | | (29,437,146 | ) |
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Net unrealized depreciation | | $ | (28,188,005 | ) |
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1. Derivative Financial Instruments
The Fund may use derivatives in an effort to earn income and enhance returns, to replace more traditional direct investments, to obtain exposure to otherwise inaccessible markets (collectively, “investment purposes”), or to hedge or adjust the risk profile of its portfolio.
The principal types of derivatives utilized by the Fund, as well as the methods in which they may be used are:
| • | | Forward Currency Exchange Contracts |
The Fund may enter into forward currency exchange contracts in order to hedge its exposure to changes in foreign currency exchange rates on its foreign portfolio holdings, to hedge certain firm purchase and sale commitments denominated in foreign currencies and for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investments in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
A forward currency exchange contract is a commitment to purchase or sell a foreign currency at a future date at a negotiated forward rate. The gain or loss arising from the difference between the original contract and the closing of such contract would be included in net realized gain or loss on forward currency exchange contracts. Fluctuations in the value of open forward currency exchange contracts are recorded for financial reporting purposes as unrealized appreciation and/or depreciation by the Fund. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of a contract and from unanticipated movements in the value of a foreign currency relative to the U.S. dollar.
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During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held forward currency exchange contracts for hedging purposes.
The Fund may buy or sell futures for investment purposes or for the purpose of hedging its portfolio against adverse effects of potential movements in the market. The Fund bears the market risk that arises from changes in the value of these instruments and the imperfect correlation between movements in the price of the futures and movements in the price of the assets, reference rates or indices which they are designed to track. Among other things, the Fund may purchase or sell futures for foreign currencies or options thereon for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investment in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
At the time the Fund enters into futures, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the exchange on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for exchange-traded futures is generally less than privately negotiated futures, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each exchange-traded future, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Use of long futures subjects the Fund to risk of loss in excess of the amounts shown on the statement of assets and liabilities, up to the notional value of the futures. Use of short futures subjects the Fund to unlimited risk of loss. Under some circumstances, futures exchanges may establish daily limits on the amount that the price of futures can vary from the previous day’s settlement price, which could effectively prevent liquidation of unfavorable positions.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held futures for hedging purposes.
The Fund typically enters into International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreements (“ISDA Master Agreement”) with its OTC derivative contract counterparties in order to, among other things, reduce
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its credit risk to OTC counterparties. ISDA Master Agreements include provisions for general obligations, representations, collateral and events of default or termination. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund typically may offset with the OTC counterparty certain derivative financial instruments’ payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment (close-out netting) in the event of default or termination. In the event of a default by an OTC counterparty, the return of collateral with market value in excess of the Fund’s net liability, held by the defaulting party, may be delayed or denied.
The Fund’s ISDA Master Agreements may contain provisions for early termination of OTC derivative transactions in the event the net assets of the Fund decline below specific levels (“net asset contingent features”). If these levels are triggered, the Fund’s OTC counterparty has the right to terminate such transaction and require the Fund to pay or receive a settlement amount in connection with the terminated transaction. If OTC derivatives were held at period end, please refer to netting arrangements by the OTC counterparty tables below for additional details.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund had entered into the following derivatives:
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| | Asset Derivatives | | | Liability Derivatives | |
Derivative Type | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
Interest rate contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on futures | | $ | 196,625 | * | | Payable for variation margin on futures | | $ | 144,473 | * |
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Foreign currency contracts | | | | | | | | Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 123,005 | |
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Total | | | | $ | 196,625 | | | | | $ | 267,478 | |
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* | Only variation margin receivable (payable) at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. |
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Derivative Type | | Location of Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives Within Statement of Operations | | Realized Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives | | | Change in Unrealized Appreciation or (Depreciation) | |
Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain/(loss) on futures; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures | | $ | (135,175 | ) | | $ | 614,195 | |
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Foreign currency contracts | | Net realized gain/(loss) on forward currency exchange contracts; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on forward currency exchange contracts | | | (333,257 | ) | | | (3,671 | ) |
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Total | | | | $ | (468,432 | ) | | $ | 610,524 | |
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The following table represents the average monthly volume of the Fund’s derivative transactions during the six months ended April 30, 2023:
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Forward Currency Exchange Contracts: | | | | |
Average principal amount of buy contracts | | $ | 2,751,702 | (a) |
Average principal amount of sale contracts | | $ | 3,999,569 | |
Futures: | | | | |
Average notional amount of buy contracts | | $ | 10,936,516 | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 6,803,098 | |
(a) | Positions were open for one month during the reporting period. |
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the statement of assets and liabilities.
All OTC derivatives held at period end were subject to netting arrangements. The following table presents the Fund’s derivative assets and liabilities by OTC counterparty net of amounts available for offset under ISDA Master Agreements (“MA”) and net of the related collateral received/pledged by the Fund as of April 30, 2023. Exchange-traded derivatives and centrally cleared swaps are not subject to netting arrangements and as such are excluded from the tables.
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Counterparty | | Derivative Liabilities Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Pledged* | | | Security Collateral Pledged* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities | |
Citibank, NA | | $ | 123,005 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 123,005 | |
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Total | | $ | 123,005 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 123,005 | ^ |
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* | The actual collateral received/pledged may be more than the amount reported due to overcollateralization. |
^ | Net amount represents the net receivable (payable) that would be due from/to the counterparty in the event of default or termination. The net amount from OTC financial derivative instruments can only be netted across transactions governed under the same master agreement with the same counterparty. |
2. Currency Transactions
The Fund may invest in non-U.S. Dollar-denominated securities on a currency hedged or unhedged basis. The Fund may seek investment opportunities by taking long or short positions in currencies through the use of currency-related derivatives, including forward currency exchange contracts, futures and options on futures, swaps, and other options. The Fund may enter into transactions for investment opportunities when it anticipates that a foreign currency will appreciate or depreciate in value but securities denominated in that currency are not held by the Fund and do not present attractive investment opportunities. Such transactions may also be used when the Adviser believes that it may be more efficient than a direct investment in a foreign currency-denominated security. The Fund may also conduct currency exchange contracts on a spot basis (i.e., for cash at the spot rate prevailing in the currency exchange market for buying or selling currencies).
NOTE E
Capital Stock
Each class consists of 3,000,000,000 authorized shares. Transactions in capital shares for each class were as follows:
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 117 | | | | 165 | | | | | | | $ | 953 | | | $ | 1,484 | | | | | |
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Net increase | | | 117 | | | | 165 | | | | | | | $ | 953 | | | $ | 1,484 | | | | | |
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 3,920,216 | | | | 8,566,886 | | | | | | | $ | 32,206,519 | | | $ | 79,602,059 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 373,052 | | | | 493,814 | | | | | | | | 3,055,952 | | | | 4,382,521 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (1,293,020 | ) | | | (2,886,247 | ) | | | | | | | (10,612,384 | ) | | | (25,806,933 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase | | | 3,000,248 | | | | 6,174,453 | | | | | | | $ | 24,650,087 | | | $ | 58,177,647 | | | | | |
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NOTE F
Risks Involved in Investing in the Fund
Market Risk—The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the stock, bond or currency markets fluctuate. The value of the Fund’s investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
ESG Risk—Applying ESG and sustainability criteria to the investment process may exclude securities of certain issuers for non-investment reasons and, therefore, the Fund may forgo some market opportunities available to funds that do not use ESG or sustainability criteria. Securities of companies with ESG practices may shift into and out of favor depending on market and economic conditions, and the Fund’s performance may at times be better or worse than the performance of funds that do not use ESG or sustainability criteria. Furthermore, ESG factors and “sustainability” criteria are not uniformly defined, and may differ from those used by other funds. In addition, in evaluating an investment, the Adviser is dependent upon information and data that may be incomplete, inaccurate or unavailable, which could adversely affect the analysis of the ESG and sustainability factors relevant to a particular investment.
Interest-Rate Risk—Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
Credit Risk—An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security.
Below Investment-Grade Securities Risk—Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as “junk bonds”) tend to have a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to factors such as specific corporate developments, interest rate sensitivity and negative perceptions of the junk bond market generally, and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities.
Duration Risk—Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk—This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities. The Fund invests in inflation-indexed securities, the value of which may be vulnerable to changes in expectations of inflation or interest rates.
Foreign (Non-U.S.) Risk—Investments in securities of non-U.S. issuers may involve more risk than those of U.S. issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Emerging-Market Risk—Investments in emerging market countries may have more risk because the markets are less developed and less liquid and are subject to increased economic, political, regulatory or other uncertainties.
Currency Risk—Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments or reduce its returns. Emerging market currencies may be more volatile and less liquid, and subject to significantly greater risk of currency controls and convertibility restrictions, than currencies of developed countries.
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Derivatives Risk—Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Leverage Risk—When the Fund borrows money or otherwise leverages its investments, its performance may be volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments. The Fund may create leverage through the use of reverse repurchase arrangements, forward currency exchange contracts, forward commitments, dollar rolls or futures or by borrowing money. The use of other types of derivative instruments by the Fund, such as options and swaps, may also result in a form of leverage. Leverage may result in higher returns to the Fund than if the Fund were not leveraged, but may also adversely affect returns, particularly if the market is declining.
Illiquid Investments Risk—Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally decline.
Non-Diversification Risk—The Fund may have more risk because it is “non-diversified”, meaning that it can invest more of its assets in a smaller number of issuers. Accordingly, changes in the value of a single security may have a more significant effect, either negative or positive, on the Fund’s NAV.
Active Trading Risk—The Fund expects to engage in active and frequent trading of its portfolio securities and its portfolio turnover rate may greatly exceed 100%. A higher rate of portfolio turnover increases transaction costs, which may negatively affect the Fund’s return. In addition, a high rate of portfolio turnover may result in substantial short-term gains, which may have adverse tax consequences for Fund shareholders.
LIBOR Transition and Associated Risk—The Fund may be exposed to debt securities, derivatives or other financial instruments that utilize the
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
London Interbank Offered Rate, or “LIBOR,” as a “benchmark” or “reference rate” for various interest rate calculations. In 2017, the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”), which regulates LIBOR, announced a desire to phase out the use of LIBOR by the end of 2021. As announced by the FCA and LIBOR’s administrator, ICE Benchmark Administration, most LIBOR settings (which reflect LIBOR rates quoted in different currencies over various time periods) have not been published since the end of 2021, but the most widely used U.S. Dollar LIBOR settings are expected to continue to be published until June 30, 2023. However, banks were strongly encouraged to cease entering into agreements with counterparties referencing LIBOR by the end of 2021. It is possible that a subset of LIBOR settings will be published after these dates on a “synthetic” basis, but any such publications would be considered non-representative of the underlying market. Since 2018 the Federal Reserve Bank of New York has published the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (referred to as SOFR), which is intended to replace U.S. Dollar LIBOR. SOFR is a broad measure of the cost of borrowing cash overnight collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities in the repurchase agreement (repo) market and has been used increasingly on a voluntary basis in new instruments and transactions. In addition, on March 15, 2022, the Adjustable Interest Rate Act was signed into law. This law provides a statutory fallback mechanism to replace LIBOR with a benchmark rate that is selected by the Federal Reserve Board and based on SOFR for certain contracts that reference LIBOR without adequate fallback provisions. On December 16, 2022, the Federal Reserve Board adopted regulations implementing the law by identifying benchmark rates based on SOFR that will replace LIBOR in different categories of financial contracts after June 30, 2023. The regulations include provisions that (i) provide a safe harbor for selection or use of a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; (ii) clarify who may choose the replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; and (iii) ensure that contracts adopting a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board will not be interrupted or terminated following the replacement of LIBOR.
The elimination of LIBOR or changes to other reference rates or any other changes or reforms to the determination or supervision of reference rates could have an adverse impact on the market for, or value of, any securities or payments linked to those reference rates, which may adversely affect the Fund’s performance and/or NAV. Uncertainty and risk also remain regarding the willingness and ability of issuers and lenders to include revised provisions in new and existing contracts or instruments. Consequently, the transition from LIBOR to other reference rates may lead to increased volatility and illiquidity in markets that are tied to LIBOR, fluctuations in values of LIBOR-related investments or investments in issuers that
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
utilize LIBOR, increased difficulty in borrowing or refinancing and diminished effectiveness of hedging strategies, potentially adversely affecting the Fund’s performance. Furthermore, the risks associated with the expected discontinuation of LIBOR and transition may be exacerbated if the work necessary to effect an orderly transition to an alternative reference rate is not completed in a timely manner. Neither the effect of the LIBOR transition process nor its ultimate success can yet be known.
Indemnification Risk—In the ordinary course of business, the Fund enters into contracts that contain a variety of indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown. However, the Fund has not had prior claims or losses pursuant to these indemnification provisions and expects the risk of loss thereunder to be remote. Therefore, the Fund has not accrued any liability in connection with these indemnification provisions.
Management Risk—The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively-managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
NOTE G
Joint Credit Facility
A number of open-end mutual funds managed by the Adviser, including the Fund, participate in a $325 million revolving credit facility (the “Facility”) intended to provide short-term financing related to redemptions and other short term liquidity requirements, subject to certain restrictions. Commitment fees related to the Facility are paid by the participating funds and are included in miscellaneous expenses in the statement of operations. The Fund did not utilize the Facility during the six months ended April 30, 2023.
NOTE H
Distributions to Shareholders
The tax character of distributions paid for the year ending October 31, 2023 will be determined at the end of the current fiscal year. The tax character of distributions paid during the fiscal year ended October 31, 2022 and the period ended October 31, 2021 were as follows:
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Distributions paid from: | | | | | | | | |
Ordinary income | | $ | 5,154,448 | | | $ | 1,005,962 | |
Net long-term capital gains | | | 79,497 | | | | – 0 | – |
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Total taxable distributions paid | | $ | 5,233,945 | | | $ | 1,005,962 | |
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
As of October 31, 2022, the components of accumulated earnings (deficit) on a tax basis were as follows:
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Undistributed ordinary income | | $ | 529,082 | |
Accumulated capital and other losses | | | (6,899,687 | )(a) |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (44,105,759 | )(b) |
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Total accumulated earnings (deficit) | | $ | (50,476,364 | )(c) |
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(a) | As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net capital loss carryforward of $6,899,687. |
(b) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) are attributable primarily to the recognition for tax purposes of unrealized gains/losses on certain derivative instruments and the tax treatment of callable bonds. |
(c) | The difference between book-basis and tax-basis components of accumulated earnings (deficit) is attributable primarily to dividends payable. |
For tax purposes, net realized capital losses may be carried over to offset future capital gains, if any. Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses for an indefinite period, and such losses will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net short-term capital loss carryforward of $4,067,604 and a net long-term capital loss carryforward of $2,832,083, which may be carried forward for an indefinite period.
NOTE I
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In December 2022, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued an Accounting Standards Update, ASU 2022-06, “Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848) – Deferral of the Sunset Date of Topic 848”. ASU 2022-06 is an amendment to ASU 2020-04, which provided optional guidance to ease the potential accounting burden due to the discontinuation of the LIBOR and other interbank-offered based reference rates and which was effective as of March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. ASU 2022-06 extends the effective period through December 31, 2024. Management is currently evaluating the impact, if any, of applying ASU 2022-06.
NOTE J
Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated subsequent events for possible recognition or disclosure in the financial statements through the date the financial statements are issued. Management has determined that there are no material events that would require disclosure in the Fund’s financial statements through this date.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class A | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | May 10, 2021(a) to October 31, 2021 | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 7.74 | | | | $ 10.12 | | | | $ 10.00 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income(b)(c) | | | .12 | | | | .18 | | | | .07 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .57 | | | | (2.32 | ) | | | .13 | |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .69 | | | | (2.14 | ) | | | .20 | |
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Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.15 | ) | | | (.23 | ) | | | (.08 | ) |
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Distributions from net realized gain on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.01 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
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Total dividends and distributions | | | (.15 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.08 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.28 | | | | $ 7.74 | | | | $ 10.12 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 8.89 | % | | | (21.48 | )% | | | 2.00 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $63 | | | | $58 | | | | $74 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .85 | %(e) | | | .85 | % | | | .85 | %(e) |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements | | | .93 | %(e) | | | .97 | % | | | 1.14 | %(e) |
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Net investment income(c) | | | 2.91 | %(e) | | | 2.04 | % | | | 1.47 | %(e) |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 12 | % | | | 25 | % | | | 31 | % |
See footnote summary on page 54.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Advisor Class | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | May 10, 2021(a) to October 31, 2021 | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 7.74 | | | | $ 10.12 | | | | $ 10.00 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net investment income(b)(c) | | | .13 | | | | .21 | | | | .08 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .57 | | | | (2.33 | ) | | | .13 | |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .7 | | | | (2.12 | ) | | | .21 | |
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Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.16 | ) | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.09 | ) |
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Distributions from net realized gain on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.01 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
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Total dividends and distributions | | | (.16 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.09 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 8.28 | | | | $ 7.74 | | | | $ 10.12 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 9.02 | % | | | (21.29 | )% | | | 2.12 | % |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $214,399 | | | | $177,086 | | | | $169,185 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .60 | %(e) | | | .60 | % | | | .60 | %(e) |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements | | | .68 | %(e) | | | .72 | % | | | .93 | %(e) |
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Net investment income(c) | | | 3.16 | %(e) | | | 2.31 | % | | | 1.69 | %(e) |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 12 | % | | | 25 | % | | | 31 | % |
(a) | Commencement of operations. |
(b) | Based on average shares outstanding. |
(c) | Net of expenses waived/reimbursed by the Adviser. |
(d) | Total investment return is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the net asset value at the beginning of the period, reinvestment of all dividends and distributions at net asset value during the period, and redemption on the last day of the period. Initial sales charge or contingent deferred sales charge is not reflected in the calculation of total investment return. Total investment return does not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total investment return for a period of less than one year is not annualized. |
See notes to financial statements.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Garry L. Moody(1), Chairman Jorge A. Bermudez(1) Michael J. Downey(1) Onur Erzan, President and Chief Executive Officer | | Nancy P. Jacklin(1) Jeanette W. Loeb(1) Carol C. McMullen(1) Marshall C. Turner, Jr.(1) |
OFFICERS
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Gershon M. Distenfeld(2), Vice President Tiffanie Wong(2), Vice President Nancy E. Hay, Secretary Michael B. Reyes, Senior Vice President | | Joseph J. Mantineo, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer Phyllis J. Clarke, Controller Jennifer Friedland, Chief Compliance Officer |
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Custodian and Accounting Agent Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. 50 Post Office Square Boston, MA 02110 Principal Underwriter AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. 501 Commerce Street Nashville, TN 37203 Legal Counsel Seward & Kissel LLP One Battery Park Plaza New York, NY 10004 | | Transfer Agent AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. P.O. Box 786003 San Antonio, TX 78278 Toll-Free (800) 221-5672 Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Ernst & Young LLP One Manhattan West New York, NY 10001 |
1 | Member of the Audit Committee, the Governance and Nominating Committee and the Independent Directors Committee. |
2 | The day-to-day management of, and investment decisions for, the Fund’s portfolio are made by the Adviser’s Sustainable Thematic Credit Team. Mr. Distenfeld and Ms. Wong are the investment professionals with the most significant responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Fund’s portfolio. |
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Operation and Effectiveness of the Funds’ Liquidity Risk Management Program:
In October 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted the open-end fund liquidity rule (the “Liquidity Rule”). In June 2018 the SEC adopted a requirement that funds disclose information about the operation and effectiveness of their Liquidity Risk Management Program (“LRMP”) in their reports to shareholders.
One of the requirements of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund to designate an Administrator of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program. The Administrator of the Fund’s LRMP is AllianceBernstein L.P., the Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”). The Adviser has delegated the responsibility to its Liquidity Risk Management Committee (the “Committee”).
Another requirement of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund’s Board of Directors/Trustees (the “Fund Board”) to receive an annual written report from the Administrator of the LRMP, which addresses the operation of the fund’s LRMP and assesses its adequacy and effectiveness. The Adviser provided the Fund Board with such annual report during the first quarter of 2023, which covered the period January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 (the “Program Reporting Period”).
The LRMP’s principal objectives include supporting the Fund’s compliance with limits on investments in illiquid assets and mitigating the risk that the Fund will be unable to meet its redemption obligations in a timely manner.
Pursuant to the LRMP, the Fund classifies the liquidity of its portfolio investments into one of the four categories defined by the SEC: Highly Liquid, Moderately Liquid, Less Liquid, and Illiquid. These classifications are reported to the SEC on Form N-PORT.
During the Program Reporting Period, the Committee reviewed whether the Fund’s strategy is appropriate for an open-end structure, incorporating any holdings of less liquid and illiquid assets. If the Fund participated in derivative transactions, the exposure from such transactions were considered in the LRMP.
The Committee also performed an analysis to determine whether the Fund is required to maintain a Highly Liquid Investment Minimum (“HLIM”). The Committee also incorporated the following information when determining the Fund’s reasonably anticipated trading size for purposes of liquidity monitoring: historical net redemption activity, a Fund’s concentration in an issuer, shareholder concentration, investment performance, total net assets, and distribution channels.
The Adviser informed the Fund Board that the Committee believes the Funds’ LRMP is adequately designed, has been implemented as intended,
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and has operated effectively since its inception. No material exceptions have been noted since the implementation of the LRMP. During the Program Reporting Period, liquidity in all markets was challenged due to rising rates and economic uncertainty. However, markets also remained orderly during the Program Reporting Period. There were no liquidity events that impacted the Fund or its ability to timely meet redemptions during the Program Reporting Period.
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Information Regarding the Review and Approval of the Fund’s Advisory Agreement
The disinterested directors (the “directors”) of AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) unanimously approved the continuance of the Company’s Advisory Agreement with the Adviser in respect of AB Sustainable Thematic Credit Portfolio (the “Fund”) at a meeting held in-person on November 1-3, 2022 (the “Meeting”).
Prior to approval of the continuance of the Advisory Agreement, the directors had requested from the Adviser, and received and evaluated, extensive materials. They reviewed the proposed continuance of the Advisory Agreement with the Adviser and with experienced counsel who are independent of the Adviser, who advised on the relevant legal standards. The directors also reviewed additional materials, including comparative analytical data prepared by the Senior Vice President of the Fund. The directors also discussed the proposed continuance in private sessions with counsel.
The directors considered their knowledge of the nature and quality of the services provided by the Adviser to the Fund gained from their experience as directors or trustees of most of the registered investment companies advised by the Adviser, their overall confidence in the Adviser’s integrity and competence they have gained from that experience, the Adviser’s initiative in identifying and raising potential issues with the directors and its responsiveness, frankness and attention to concerns raised by the directors in the past, including the Adviser’s willingness to consider and implement organizational and operational changes designed to improve investment results and the services provided to the AB Funds. The directors noted that they have four regular meetings each year, at each of which they review extensive materials and information from the Adviser, including information on the investment performance of the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests a portion of its assets.
The directors also considered all factors they believed relevant, including the specific matters discussed below. During the course of their deliberations, the directors evaluated, among other things, the reasonableness of the advisory fee. The directors did not identify any particular information that was all-important or controlling, and different directors may have attributed different weights to the various factors. The directors determined that the selection of the Adviser to manage the Fund and the overall arrangements between the Fund and the Adviser, as provided in the Advisory Agreement, including the advisory fee, were fair and reasonable in light of the services performed, expenses incurred and such other matters as the directors considered relevant in the exercise of their business
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judgment. The material factors and conclusions that formed the basis for the directors’ determinations included the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided
The directors considered the scope and quality of services provided by the Adviser under the Advisory Agreement, including the quality of the investment research capabilities of the Adviser and the other resources it has dedicated to performing services for the Fund. The directors noted that the Adviser from time to time reviews the Fund’s investment strategies and may from time to time propose changes intended to improve the Fund’s relative or absolute performance for the directors’ consideration. They also noted the professional experience and qualifications of the Fund’s portfolio management team and other senior personnel of the Adviser. The directors also considered that the Advisory Agreement provides that the Fund will reimburse the Adviser for the cost to it of providing certain clerical, accounting, administrative and other services to the Fund by employees of the Adviser or its affiliates. Requests for these reimbursements are made on a quarterly basis and subject to approval by the directors. The Adviser had not requested any reimbursements from the Fund since the Fund’s inception. The quality of administrative and other services, including the Adviser’s role in coordinating the activities of the Fund’s other service providers, also was considered. The directors concluded that, overall, they were satisfied with the nature, extent and quality of services provided to the Fund under the Advisory Agreement.
Costs of Services Provided and Profitability
The directors reviewed a schedule of the revenues and expenses and related notes indicating the profitability of the Fund to the Adviser for the period ended December 31, 2021 that had been prepared with an expense allocation methodology arrived at in consultation with an independent consultant at the request of the directors. The directors noted the assumptions and methods of allocation used by the Adviser in preparing fund-specific profitability data and understood that there are a number of potentially acceptable allocation methodologies for information for this type. The directors noted that the profitability information reflected all revenues and expenses of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund, including those relating to the subsidiaries that provide transfer agency and distribution services to the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of the profitability of the Advisory Agreement with the profitability of fund advisory contracts for unaffiliated funds because comparative information is not generally publicly available and is affected by numerous factors. The directors focused on the profitability of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund before taxes and distribution expenses. The directors noted that the Fund was not profitable to the Adviser in the period reviewed.
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Fall-Out Benefits
The directors considered the other benefits to the Adviser and its affiliates from their relationships with the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests, including, but not limited to, benefits relating to 12b-1 fees and sales charges received by the Fund’s principal underwriter (which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser) in respect of certain classes of the Fund’s shares; and transfer agency fees paid by the Fund to a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser. The directors recognized that the Fund’s unprofitability to the Adviser would be exacerbated without these benefits. The directors understood that the Adviser also might derive reputational and other benefits from its association with the Fund.
Investment Results
In addition to the information reviewed by the directors in connection with the Meeting, the directors received detailed performance information for the Fund at each regular Board meeting since the Fund’s inception.
At the Meeting, the directors reviewed performance information prepared by an independent service provider (the “15(c) service provider”), showing the performance of the Class A Shares of the Fund against a group of similar funds (“peer group”) and a larger group of similar funds (“peer universe”), each selected by the 15(c) service provider, and information prepared by the Adviser showing performance of the Class A Shares against a broad-based securities market index, in each case for the 1-year period ended July 31, 2022 and (in the case of comparisons with the broad-based securities market index) for the period from inception. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s investment performance was acceptable.
Advisory Fees and Other Expenses
The directors considered the advisory fee rate payable by the Fund to the Adviser and information prepared by the 15(c) service provider concerning advisory fee rates payable by other funds in the same category as the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of advisory fees because there are variations in the services that are included in the fees payable by other funds. The directors compared the Fund’s contractual effective advisory fee rate with a peer group median.
The directors also considered the Adviser’s fee schedule for other clients utilizing investment strategies similar to those of the Fund. For this purpose, they reviewed the relevant advisory fee information from the Adviser’s Form ADV and in a report from the Fund’s Senior Vice President and noted the differences between the Fund’s fee schedule, on the one hand, and the Adviser’s institutional fee schedule and the schedule of fees charged by the Adviser to any offshore funds and for services to any sub-advised funds utilizing investment strategies similar to those of the
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Fund, on the other. The directors noted that the Adviser may, in some cases, agree to fee rates with large institutional clients that are lower than those reviewed by the directors and that they had previously discussed with the Adviser its policies in respect of such arrangements.
The Adviser reviewed with the directors the significantly greater scope of the services it provides to the Fund relative to institutional, offshore fund and sub-advised fund clients. In this regard, the Adviser noted, among other things, that, compared to institutional and offshore or sub-advisory accounts, the Fund (i) demands considerably more portfolio management, research and trading resources due to significantly higher daily cash flows; (ii) has more tax and regulatory restrictions and compliance obligations; (iii) must prepare and file or distribute regulatory and other communications about fund operations; and (iv) must provide shareholder servicing to retail investors. The Adviser also reviewed the greater legal risks presented by the large and changing population of Fund shareholders who may assert claims against the Adviser in individual or class actions, and the greater entrepreneurial risk in offering new fund products, which require substantial investment to launch, may not succeed, and generally must be priced to compete with larger, more established funds resulting in lack of profitability to the Adviser until a new fund achieves scale. In light of the substantial differences in services rendered by the Adviser to institutional, offshore fund and sub-advised fund clients as compared to the Fund, and the different risk profile, the directors considered these fee comparisons inapt and did not place significant weight on them in their deliberations.
In connection with their review of the Fund’s advisory fee, the directors also considered the total expense ratio of the Class A shares of the Fund in comparison to a peer group and a peer universe selected by the 15(c) service provider. The Class A expense ratio of the Fund was based on the Fund’s latest fiscal year and the directors considered the Adviser’s expense cap for the Fund. The directors noted that it was likely that the expense ratios of some of the other funds in the Fund’s category were lowered by waivers or reimbursements by those funds’ investment advisers, which in some cases might be voluntary or temporary. The directors view the expense ratio information as relevant to their evaluation of the Adviser’s services because the Adviser is responsible for coordinating services provided to the Fund by others. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s expense ratio was acceptable.
Economies of Scale
The directors noted that the advisory fee schedule for the Fund contains breakpoints that reduce the fee rates on assets above specified levels. The directors took into consideration prior presentations by an independent consultant on economies of scale in the mutual fund industry and for the AB Funds, and presentations from time to time by the Adviser concerning certain of its views on economies of scale. The directors also had
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requested and received from the Adviser certain updates on economies of scale in advance of the Meeting. The directors believe that economies of scale may be realized (if at all) by the Adviser across a variety of products and services, and not only in respect of a single fund. The directors noted that there is no established methodology for setting breakpoints that give effect to the fund-specific services provided by a fund’s adviser and to the economies of scale that an adviser may realize in its overall mutual fund business or those components of it which directly or indirectly affect a fund’s operations. The directors observed that in the mutual fund industry as a whole, as well as among funds similar to the Fund, there is no uniformity or pattern in the fees and asset levels at which breakpoints (if any) apply. The directors also noted that the advisory agreements for many funds do not have breakpoints at all. Having taken these factors into account, the directors concluded that the Fund’s shareholders would benefit from a sharing of economies of scale in the event the Fund’s net assets exceed a breakpoint in the future.
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AB SUSTAINABLE THEMATIC CREDIT PORTFOLIO
1345 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10105
800 221 5672
STC-0152-0423
APR 04.30.23
SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
AB TAX-AWARE FIXED INCOME OPPORTUNITIES PORTFOLIO
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Investment Products Offered | | • Are Not FDIC Insured • May Lose Value • Are Not Bank Guaranteed |
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
This shareholder report must be preceded or accompanied by the Fund’s prospectus for individuals who are not current shareholders of the Fund.
You may obtain a description of the Fund’s proxy voting policies and procedures, and information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30, without charge. Simply visit AB’s website at www.abfunds.com, or go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “Commission”) website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227 4618.
The Fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Commission for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The Fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the Commission’s website at www.sec.gov. AB publishes full portfolio holdings for the Fund monthly at www.abfunds.com.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (ABI) is the distributor of the AB family of mutual funds. ABI is a member of FINRA and is an affiliate of AllianceBernstein L.P., the Adviser of the funds.
The [A/B] logo is a registered service mark of AllianceBernstein and AllianceBernstein® is a registered service mark used by permission of the owner, AllianceBernstein L.P.
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FROM THE PRESIDENT | | |
Dear Shareholder,
We’re pleased to provide this report for the AB Tax-Aware Fixed Income Opportunities Portfolio (the “Fund”). Please review the discussion of Fund performance, the market conditions during the reporting period and the Fund’s investment strategy.
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Thank you for your investment in AB mutual funds—and for placing your trust in our firm.
Sincerely,
Onur Erzan
President and Chief Executive Officer, AB Mutual Funds
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SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
June 13, 2023
This report provides management’s discussion of fund performance for the AB Tax-Aware Fixed Income Opportunities Portfolio for the semi-annual reporting period ended April 30, 2023.
The investment objective of the Fund is to seek to maximize after-tax return and income.
NAV RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Class A Shares | | | 7.95% | | | | 1.82% | |
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Class C Shares | | | 7.55% | | | | 1.06% | |
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Advisor Class Shares1 | | | 8.08% | | | | 2.08% | |
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Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index | | | 7.65% | | | | 2.87% | |
1 | Please note that this share class is for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
INVESTMENT RESULTS
The table above shows the Fund’s performance compared with its benchmark, the Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index, for the six- and 12-month periods ended April 30, 2023.
For the six-month period, all share classes except Class C outperformed the benchmark, before sales charges. Security selection within the state general obligation and single-family housing sectors, as well as yield-curve positioning with overweights to the long end and short end of the curve contributed to performance, relative to the benchmark. Security selection within the miscellaneous revenue and senior living sectors detracted.
For the 12-month period, all share classes of the Fund underperformed the benchmark. An overweight to lower-rated (noninvestment-grade) detracted, relative to the benchmark, which is fully composed of investment-grade bonds. Additionally, security selection within the electric utility and miscellaneous revenue sectors also detracted, while security selection within single- and multi-family housing contributed. Lastly, overweights to the long and short end of the yield curve contributed to performance.
The Fund used derivatives in the form of interest rates swaps for hedging purposes, which added to absolute returns for both periods. Credit default
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swaps were used for hedging and investment purposes, which added for both periods. Consumer Price Index swaps were used for hedging purposes, which had no material impact during both periods. Municipal market data rate locks were used for hedging purposes, which added for both periods.
MARKET REVIEW AND INVESTMENT STRATEGY
Over the six-month period ended April 30, 2023, the yield on a 10-Year AAA municipal bond fell to 2.35% from 3.34%. The yield on the 10-Year US Treasury fell to 3.44% from 4.06%. After-tax spreads compressed, indicating municipal outperformance over Treasuries, which was largely driven by an improved technical environment toward the end of the period. Credit spreads gyrated in a range-bound pattern throughout the six-month period as concerns over the health of the banking system and the debt ceiling kept volatility elevated.
The Fund’s Senior Investment Management Team (the “Team”) continues to seek investments in attractive after-tax returns such as municipal and taxable fixed-income, and selective below investment-grade bonds. The Team seeks to manage interest-rate exposure by focusing on lower-rated municipal and corporate bonds.
The Fund may purchase municipal securities that are insured under policies issued by certain insurance companies. Historically, insured municipal securities typically received a higher credit rating, which meant that the issuer of the securities paid a lower interest rate. As a result of declines in the credit quality and associated downgrades of most bond insurers, insurance has less value than it did in the past. The market now values insured municipal securities primarily based on the credit quality of the issuer of the security, with little value given to the insurance feature. In purchasing such insured securities, the Adviser evaluates the risk and return of municipal securities through its own research. If an insurance company’s rating is downgraded or the company becomes insolvent, the prices of municipal securities insured by the insurance company may decline. As of April 30, 2023, the Fund’s percentages of investments in municipal bonds that are insured and in insured municipal bonds that have been pre-refunded or escrowed to maturity were 2.54% and 0.00%, respectively.
INVESTMENT POLICIES
The Fund pursues its objective by investing principally in a national portfolio of both municipal and taxable fixed-income securities. The Fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in fixed-income securities. The Fund also invests, under normal circumstances, at least 65% of its total assets in municipal securities
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that pay interest that is exempt from federal income tax. These securities may pay interest that is subject to the federal alternative minimum tax for certain taxpayers. The income earned and distributed to shareholders on non-municipal securities would not be exempt from federal income tax. The Fund may invest in fixed-income securities rated below investment grade (commonly known as “junk bonds”), although such securities are not expected to be the Fund’s primary focus.
The Adviser selects securities for the Fund based on a variety of factors, including credit quality, maturity, diversification benefits, and the relative expected after-tax returns of taxable and municipal securities (considering federal tax rates and without regard to state and local income taxes). As the objective is to increase the after-tax return of the Fund, an investor in the Fund may incur a tax liability that will generally be greater than the same investor would have in a fund investing exclusively in municipal securities, and that will be higher if the investor is in a higher tax bracket. In addition, the tax implications of the Fund’s trading activity, such as realizing taxable gains, are considered in making purchase and sale decisions for the Fund. The Fund may invest in fixed-income securities of any maturity from short- to long-term.
The Fund may also invest in forward commitments; zero-coupon municipal securities and variable-, floating- and inverse-floating-rate municipal securities.
The Fund may use derivatives, such as swaps, options, futures contracts and forwards, to achieve its investment strategies. For example, the Fund may enter into tender option bonds and credit default and interest rate swaps relating to municipal and taxable fixed-income securities or securities indices. Derivatives may provide more efficient and economical exposure to fixed-income securities markets than direct investments.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS
Benchmark Disclosure
The Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index is unmanaged and does not reflect fees and expenses associated with the active management of a mutual fund portfolio. The Bloomberg Municipal Bond Index represents the performance of the long-term tax-exempt bond market consisting of investment-grade bonds. An investor cannot invest directly in an index, and its results are not indicative of the performance for any specific investment, including the Fund.
A Word About Risk
Market Risk: The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the bond market fluctuates. The value of its investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events that, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, affect large portions of the market.
Credit Risk: An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security.
Below Investment-Grade Securities Risk: Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as “junk bonds”) are subject to a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to such factors as specific municipal or corporate developments and negative performance of the junk bond market generally and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities.
Municipal Market Risk: This is the risk that special factors may adversely affect the value of municipal securities and have a significant effect on the yield or value of the Fund’s investments in municipal securities. These factors include economic conditions, political or legislative changes, public health crises, uncertainties related to the tax status of municipal securities, and the rights of investors in these securities. To the extent that the Fund invests more of its assets in a particular state’s municipal securities, the Fund may be vulnerable to events adversely affecting that state, including economic, political and regulatory occurrences, court decisions, terrorism, public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and catastrophic natural disasters, such as hurricanes, fires or earthquakes. For example, the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
has significantly stressed the financial resources of many issuers of municipal securities, which could impair any such issuer’s ability to meet its financial obligations when due and adversely impact the value of its securities held by the Fund. As the full effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on state and local economies and on issuers of municipal securities are still uncertain, the financial difficulties of issuers of municipal securities may worsen, adversely affecting the performance of the Fund. The Fund’s investments in certain municipal securities with principal and interest payments that are made from the revenues of a specific project or facility, and not general tax revenues, may have increased risks. Factors affecting the project or facility, such as local business or economic conditions, could have a significant effect on the project’s ability to make payments of principal and interest on these securities.
In addition, changes in tax rates or the treatment of income from certain types of municipal securities, among other things, could negatively affect the municipal securities markets.
The Fund invests, from time to time, in the municipal securities of Puerto Rico or other US territories and their governmental agencies and municipalities, which are exempt from federal, state, and, where applicable, local income taxes. These municipal securities may have more risks than those of other US issuers of municipal securities. Puerto Rico continues to face a very challenging economic and fiscal environment, worsened by the spread of COVID-19 and the adverse effect that related governmental and public responses have had on Puerto Rico’s economy. If the general economic situation in Puerto Rico continues to persist or worsens, the volatility and credit quality of Puerto Rican municipal securities could continue to be adversely affected, and the market for such securities may deteriorate further.
Tax Risk: From time to time, the US government and the US Congress consider changes in federal tax law that could limit or eliminate the federal tax exemption for municipal bond income, which would in effect reduce the income received by shareholders from the Fund by increasing taxes on that income. In such event, the Fund’s net asset value (“NAV”) could also decline as yields on municipal bonds, which are typically lower than those on taxable bonds, would be expected to increase to approximately the yield of comparable taxable bonds. Actions or anticipated actions affecting the tax-exempt status of municipal bonds could also result in significant shareholder redemptions of Fund shares as investors anticipate adverse effects on the Fund or seek higher yields to offset the potential loss of the tax deduction. As a result, the Fund would be required to maintain higher levels of cash to meet the redemptions, which would negatively affect the Fund’s yield.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
Interest-Rate Risk: Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Duration Risk: Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk: This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities.
Illiquid Investments Risk: Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes and large positions. Municipal securities may have more illiquid investments risk than other fixed-income securities because they trade less frequently and the market for municipal securities is generally smaller than many other markets.
Leverage Risk: To the extent the Fund uses leveraging techniques, its NAV may be more volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of changes in interest rates and any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments.
Derivatives Risk: Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
Management Risk: The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
These and other risks are more fully discussed in the Fund’s prospectus. As with all investments, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
An Important Note About Historical Performance
The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate, so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Performance shown in this report represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by visiting www.abfunds.com.
All fees and expenses related to the operation of the Fund have been deducted. NAV returns do not reflect sales charges; if sales charges were reflected, the Fund’s quoted performance would be lower. SEC returns reflect the applicable sales charges for each share class: a 3% maximum front-end sales charge for Class A shares and a 1% 1-year contingent deferred sales charge for Class C shares. Returns for the different share classes will vary due to their different expenses associated with each class. Performance assumes reinvestment of distributions and does not account for taxes.
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE
AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | | | | | | | | 3.65% | | | | 5.62% | |
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1 Year | | | 1.82% | | | | -1.25% | | | | | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 2.46% | | | | 1.83% | | | | | | | | | |
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Since Inception3 | | | 2.79% | | | | 2.45% | | | | | | | | | |
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CLASS C SHARES | | | | | | | | | | | 3.01% | | | | 4.63% | |
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1 Year | | | 1.06% | | | | 0.07% | | | | | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 1.70% | | | | 1.70% | | | | | | | | | |
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Since Inception3,4 | | | 2.03% | | | | 2.03% | | | | | | | | | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES5 | | | | | | | | | | | 4.02% | | | | 6.18% | |
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1 Year | | | 2.08% | | | | 2.08% | | | | | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 2.72% | | | | 2.72% | | | | | | | | | |
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Since Inception3 | | | 3.05% | | | | 3.05% | | | | | | | | | |
The Fund’s current prospectus fee table shows the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios as 0.91%, 1.66% and 0.66% for Class A, Class C and Advisor Class shares, respectively, gross of any fee waivers or expense reimbursements. Contractual fee waivers and/or expense reimbursements limited the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios, exclusive of expenses associated with securities sold short, acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest, interest expense, taxes, extraordinary expenses, brokerage commissions and other transaction costs, to 0.75%, 1.50% and 0.50% for Class A, Class C and Advisor Class shares, respectively. These waivers/reimbursements may not be terminated prior to January 31, 2024, and may be extended by the Adviser for additional one-year terms. Absent reimbursements or waivers, performance would have been lower. The Financial Highlights section of this report sets forth expense ratio data for the current reporting period; the expense ratios shown above may differ from the expense ratios in the Financial Highlights section since they are based on different time periods.
1 | SEC yields are calculated based on SEC guidelines for the 30-day period ended April 30, 2023. |
2 | Taxable equivalent yields are based on SEC yields and a 35% marginal federal income tax rate and maximum state taxes where applicable. |
3 | Inception date: 12/11/2013. |
4 | Assumes conversion of Class C shares into Class A shares after eight years. |
5 | This share class is offered at NAV to eligible investors and the SEC returns are the same as the NAV returns. Please note that this share class is for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE (continued)
SEC AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS
AS OF THE MOST RECENT CALENDAR QUARTER-END
MARCH 31, 2023 (unaudited)
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5 Years | | | 1.72% | |
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Since Inception1 | | | 2.43% | |
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CLASS C SHARES | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -3.39% | |
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5 Years | | | 1.56% | |
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Since Inception1,2 | | | 2.01% | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES3 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -1.46% | |
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5 Years | | | 2.58% | |
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Since Inception1 | | | 3.03% | |
1 | Inception date: 12/11/2013. |
2 | Assumes conversion of Class C shares into Class A shares after eight years. |
3 | Please note that this share class is for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE
(unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution (12b-1) fees; and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
The Example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period as indicated below.
Actual Expenses
The table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The table below also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed annual rate of return of 5% before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds by comparing this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads), or contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions. Therefore, the hypothetical example is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE (continued)
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| | Beginning Account Value November 1, 2022 | | | Ending Account Value April 30, 2023 | | | Expenses Paid During Period* | | | Annualized Expense Ratio* | |
Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,079.50 | | | $ | 4.38 | | | | 0.85 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,020.58 | | | $ | 4.26 | | | | 0.85 | % |
Class C | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,075.50 | | | $ | 8.23 | | | | 1.60 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,016.86 | | | $ | 8.00 | | | | 1.60 | % |
Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,080.80 | | | $ | 3.10 | | | | 0.60 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,021.82 | | | $ | 3.01 | | | | 0.60 | % |
* | Expenses are equal to the classes’ annualized expense ratios, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 181/365 (to reflect the one-half year period). |
** | Assumes 5% annual return before expenses. |
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PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
PORTFOLIO STATISTICS
Net Assets ($mil): $434.4
1 | The Fund’s quality rating and state breakdowns are expressed as a percentage of the Fund’s total investments in municipal securities and may vary over time. The Fund also enters into derivative transactions, which may be used for hedging or investment purposes (see “Portfolio of Investments” section of the report for additional details). The quality ratings are determined by using the S&P Global Ratings (“S&P”), Moody’s Investors Services, Inc. (“Moody’s”) and Fitch Ratings, Ltd. (“Fitch”). The Fund considers the credit ratings issued by S&P, Moody’s and Fitch and uses the highest rating issued by the agencies. These ratings are a measure of the quality and safety of a bond or portfolio, based on the issuer’s financial condition. AAA is the highest (best) and D is the lowest (worst). If applicable, the Pre-refunded category includes bonds which are secured by U.S. Government securities and therefore are deemed high-quality investment-grade by the Adviser. If applicable, Not Applicable (N/A) includes non-creditworthy investments, such as equities, currency contracts, futures and options. If applicable, the Not Rated category includes bonds that are not rated by a nationally recognized statistical rating organization. The Adviser evaluates the creditworthiness of non-rated securities based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, cash flows, enterprise value and economic environment. |
2 | “Other” represents less than 2.8% in 32 different states, American Samoa, District of Columbia and Guam. |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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MUNICIPAL OBLIGATIONS – 100.2% | | | | | | | | |
Long-Term Municipal Bonds – 86.0% | | | | | | | | |
Alabama – 3.4% | | | | | | | | |
Black Belt Energy Gas District (Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2052 | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 997,103 | |
Series 2022-F 5.50%, 11/01/2053 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,129,197 | |
Black Belt Energy Gas District (Nomura Holdings, Inc.) Series 2022-A 4.00%, 12/01/2052 | | | 1,000 | | | | 969,161 | |
Black Belt Energy Gas District (Royal Bank of Canada) Series 2023-B 5.25%, 12/01/2053 | | | 4,000 | | | | 4,364,155 | |
County of Jefferson AL Sewer Revenue Series 2013-D 6.00%, 10/01/2042 | | | 110 | | | | 116,320 | |
Southeast Energy Authority A Cooperative District (Morgan Stanley) Series 2022-A 5.50%, 01/01/2053 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,080,377 | |
5.636% (SOFR + 2.42%), 01/01/2053(a) | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,056,478 | |
Southeast Energy Authority A Cooperative District (Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc.) Series 2023-A 5.25%, 01/01/2054 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,127,848 | |
Sumter County Industrial Development Authority/AL (Enviva, Inc.) Series 2022 6.00%, 07/15/2052 | | | 1,185 | | | | 1,066,744 | |
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American Samoa – 0.0% | |
American Samoa Economic Development Authority (Territory of American Samoa) Series 2018 7.125%, 09/01/2038(b) | | | 135 | | | | 148,974 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Arizona – 1.4% | |
Arizona Industrial Development Authority (KIPP New York Public Charter Schools – Jerome Facility Project) Series 2021-B 4.00%, 07/01/2061 | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 781,192 | |
Arizona Industrial Development Authority (Legacy Cares, Inc.) Series 2020 7.75%, 07/01/2050(b)(c)(d) | | | 1,000 | | | | 650,000 | |
Arizona Industrial Development Authority (Pinecrest Academy of Nevada) Series 2020-A 4.00%, 07/15/2050(b) | | | 100 | | | | 75,957 | |
Chandler Industrial Development Authority (Intel Corp.) Series 2022 5.00%, 09/01/2042 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,083,503 | |
City of Glendale AZ (City of Glendale AZ COP) Series 2021 2.222%, 07/01/2030 | | | 1,000 | | | | 847,609 | |
City of Tempe AZ (City of Tempe AZ COP) Series 2021 2.521%, 07/01/2036 | | | 1,000 | | | | 766,981 | |
Industrial Development Authority of the City of Phoenix (The) (GreatHearts Arizona Obligated Group) Series 2014 5.00%, 07/01/2044 | | | 100 | | | | 100,005 | |
Industrial Development Authority of the County of Pima (The) (La Posada at Park Centre, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2022 6.75%, 11/15/2042(b) | | | 250 | | | | 253,319 | |
7.00%, 11/15/2057(b) | | | 250 | | | | 251,889 | |
Maricopa County Industrial Development Authority (Commercial Metals Co.) Series 2022 4.00%, 10/15/2047(b) | | | 500 | | | | 413,261 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Arkansas – 0.1% | |
Arkansas Development Finance Authority (United States Steel Corp.) Series 2022 5.45%, 09/01/2052 | | $ | 200 | | | $ | 198,824 | |
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California – 11.6% | |
Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority Series 2022-A 0.00%, 10/01/2049(e) | | | 1,000 | | | | 499,098 | |
ARC70 II TRUST Series 2021 4.00%, 12/01/2059 | | | 300 | | | | 252,590 | |
California Community Choice Financing Authority (Deutsche Bank AG) Series 2023 5.25%, 01/01/2054 | | | 4,445 | | | | 4,640,529 | |
California Community Choice Financing Authority (Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)) Series 2023 5.00%, 12/01/2053 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,060,884 | |
California Community Choice Financing Authority (Morgan Stanley) Series 2023 4.846% (SOFR + 1.63%), 07/01/2053(a) | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,999,280 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2053 | | | 10,000 | | | | 10,642,262 | |
California Community Housing Agency (California Community Housing Agency Aster Apartments) Series 2021-A 4.00%, 02/01/2056(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 821,599 | |
California Community Housing Agency (California Community Housing Agency Brio Apartments & Next on Lex Apartments) Series 2021 4.00%, 02/01/2056(b) | | | 250 | | | | 202,697 | |
California Community Housing Agency (California Community Housing Agency Fountains at Emerald Park) Series 2021 3.00%, 08/01/2056(b) | | | 500 | | | | 331,498 | |
4.00%, 08/01/2046(b) | | | 500 | | | | 400,552 | |
California Community Housing Agency (California Community Housing Agency Summit at Sausalito Apartments) Series 2021 3.00%, 02/01/2057(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 664,636 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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California Community Housing Agency (California Community Housing Agency Twin Creek Apartments) Series 2022 Zero Coupon, 08/01/2065(b) | | $ | 2,500 | | | $ | 140,589 | |
5.50%, 02/01/2040(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 913,021 | |
California Infrastructure & Economic Development Bank (DesertXpress Enterprises LLC) Series 2023 3.65%, 01/01/2050(b) | | | 3,000 | | | | 2,993,368 | |
7.75%, 01/01/2050(b) | | | 590 | | | | 587,841 | |
California Municipal Finance Authority (CHF-Riverside II LLC) Series 2019 5.00%, 05/15/2040 | | | 250 | | | | 258,006 | |
California Municipal Finance Authority (Samuel Merritt University) Series 2022 5.25%, 06/01/2053 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,077,141 | |
California Pollution Control Financing Authority (Poseidon Resources Channelside LP) Series 2012 5.00%, 11/21/2045(b) | | | 250 | | | | 249,974 | |
Series 2019 5.00%, 11/21/2045(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,013,214 | |
Series 2023 5.00%, 07/01/2035(b) | | | 1,250 | | | | 1,325,593 | |
California School Finance Authority (Classical Academy Obligated Group) Series 2022 5.00%, 10/01/2052(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,003,162 | |
California Statewide Communities Development Authority (Enloe Medical Center Obligated Group) AGM Series 2022-A 5.375%, 08/15/2057 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,077,518 | |
California Statewide Communities Development Authority (Loma Linda University Medical Center) Series 2016-A 5.25%, 12/01/2056(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 957,363 | |
City of Los Angeles Department of Airports Series 2020-C 5.00%, 05/15/2039 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,072,803 | |
Series 2022 4.00%, 05/15/2047 | | | 1,000 | | | | 957,607 | |
5.25%, 05/15/2047 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,154,643 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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CMFA Special Finance Agency (CMFA Special Finance Agency Enclave) Series 2022-A 4.00%, 08/01/2058(b) | | $ | 400 | | | $ | 307,504 | |
CMFA Special Finance Agency (CMFA Special Finance Agency Latitude33) Series 2021-A 3.00%, 12/01/2056(b) | | | 500 | | | | 330,865 | |
CMFA Special Finance Agency (CMFA Special Finance Agency Solana at Grand) Series 2021-A 4.00%, 08/01/2056(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 820,550 | |
CMFA Special Finance Agency VIII Elan Huntington Beach Series 2021 3.00%, 08/01/2056(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 659,466 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority 777 Place-Pomona) Series 2021 3.25%, 05/01/2057(b) | | | 500 | | | | 344,754 | |
4.00%, 05/01/2057(b) | | | 350 | | | | 243,247 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority 1818 Platinum Triangle-Anaheim) Series 2021 3.25%, 04/01/2057(b) | | | 500 | | | | 346,575 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Acacia on Santa Rosa Creek) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2056(b) | | | 400 | | | | 323,746 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Altana Apartments) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2056(b) | | | 200 | | | | 148,515 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Crescent) Series 2022 4.30%, 07/01/2059(b) | | | 500 | | | | 417,071 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Jefferson Platinum Triangle Apartments) Series 2021-A2 3.125%, 08/01/2056(b) | | | 100 | | | | 68,286 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Millennium South Bay-Hawthorne) Series 2021 3.25%, 07/01/2056(b) | | $ | 500 | | | $ | 336,635 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2058(b) | | | 200 | | | | 139,024 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Oceanaire Apartments) Series 2021 4.00%, 09/01/2056(b) | | | 200 | | | | 150,459 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Park Crossing Apartments) Series 2021 3.25%, 12/01/2058(b) | | | 300 | | | | 201,996 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Pasadena Portfolio) Series 2021 3.00%, 12/01/2056(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 664,102 | |
4.00%, 12/01/2056(b) | | | 400 | | | | 287,643 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Union South Bay) Series 2021-A2 4.00%, 07/01/2056(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 744,385 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Vineyard Gardens Apartments) Series 2021 3.25%, 10/01/2058(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 676,375 | |
CSCDA Community Improvement Authority (CSCDA Community Improvement Authority Waterscape Apartments) Series 2021-A 3.00%, 09/01/2056(b) | | | 500 | | | | 327,240 | |
Golden State Tobacco Securitization Corp. Series 2021 3.85%, 06/01/2050 | | | 1,000 | | | | 915,161 | |
Series 2021-B Zero Coupon, 06/01/2066 | | | 1,725 | | | | 190,532 | |
Hastings Campus Housing Finance Authority Series 2020-A 5.00%, 07/01/2061(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 806,879 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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River Islands Public Financing Authority (River Islands Public Financing Authority Community Facilities District No. 2003-1) Series 2022 5.75%, 09/01/2052 | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 985,003 | |
San Francisco Intl Airport Series 2019-A 5.00%, 05/01/2044 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,040,466 | |
State of California Series 2023 5.25%, 10/01/2050 | | | 100 | | | | 114,329 | |
Tobacco Securitization Authority of Northern California (Sacramento County Tobacco Securitization Corp.) Series 2021 Zero Coupon, 06/01/2060 | | | 200 | | | | 33,707 | |
Tobacco Securitization Authority of Southern California (San Diego County Tobacco Asset Securitization Corp.) Series 2006 Zero Coupon, 06/01/2046 | | | 1,000 | | | | 189,253 | |
University of California Series 2023-B 5.00%, 05/15/2042 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,144,067 | |
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Colorado – 1.7% | |
Aurora Highlands Community Authority Board Series 2021-A 5.75%, 12/01/2051 | | | 500 | | | | 451,032 | |
Centerra Metropolitan District No. 1 Series 2022 6.50%, 12/01/2053 | | | 500 | | | | 503,826 | |
City & County of Denver CO (United Airlines, Inc.) Series 2017 5.00%, 10/01/2032 | | | 615 | | | | 615,598 | |
Colorado Educational & Cultural Facilities Authority (James Irwin Educational Foundation Obligated Group) Series 2022 5.00%, 09/01/2062 | | | 1,000 | | | | 947,337 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Colorado Educational & Cultural Facilities Authority (Lighthouse Building Corp.) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2061 | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 764,976 | |
Colorado Health Facilities Authority (Aberdeen Ridge, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2021-A 5.00%, 05/15/2049 | | | 100 | | | | 76,775 | |
Colorado Health Facilities Authority (Christian Living Neighborhoods Obligated Group) Series 2021 4.00%, 01/01/2042 | | | 250 | | | | 181,453 | |
Colorado Health Facilities Authority (Frasier Meadows Manor, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2023-2 4.00%, 05/15/2041 | | | 100 | | | | 80,222 | |
Colorado Health Facilities Authority (Parkview Medical Center, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2015-B 5.00%, 09/01/2030 | | | 200 | | | | 206,585 | |
Copper Ridge Metropolitan District Series 2019 5.00%, 12/01/2039 | | | 500 | | | | 463,767 | |
Douglas County Housing Partnership (Bridgewater Castle Rock ALF LLC) Series 2021 5.375%, 01/01/2041(b) | | | 250 | | | | 185,232 | |
E-470 Public Highway Authority Series 2021-B 3.573% (SOFR + 0.35%), 09/01/2039(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 993,468 | |
Four Corners Business Improvement District Series 2022 6.00%, 12/01/2052 | | | 500 | | | | 457,848 | |
Johnstown Plaza Metropolitan District Series 2022 4.25%, 12/01/2046 | | | 488 | | | | 393,797 | |
Pueblo Urban Renewal Authority Series 2021-B Zero Coupon, 12/01/2025(b) | | | 260 | | | | 202,894 | |
Sterling Ranch Community Authority Board (Sterling Ranch Metropolitan District No. 3) Series 2022 6.50%, 12/01/2042 | | | 500 | | | | 507,423 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Vauxmont Metropolitan District AGM Series 2019 5.00%, 12/15/2028 | | $ | 380 | | | $ | 402,935 | |
AGM Series 2020 5.00%, 12/01/2050 | | | 100 | | | | 105,233 | |
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Connecticut – 0.9% | |
City of New Haven CT Series 2018-A 5.50%, 08/01/2038 | | | 615 | | | | 662,355 | |
Connecticut State Health & Educational Facilities Authority Series 2023-A 2.80%, 07/01/2048 | | | 2,200 | | | | 2,179,246 | |
Connecticut State Health & Educational Facilities Authority (Stamford Hospital Obligated Group (The)) Series 2022 4.00%, 07/01/2037 | | | 1,000 | | | | 982,598 | |
Town of Hamden CT (Whitney Center, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2022-A 7.00%, 01/01/2053 | | | 100 | | | | 101,883 | |
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Delaware – 0.1% | |
Affordable Housing Tax-Exempt Bond Pass-Thru Trust Series 2023-2 6.00%, 10/05/2040(b)(f) | | | 500 | | | | 500,000 | |
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District of Columbia – 0.1% | |
District of Columbia (Friendship Public Charter School, Inc.) Series 2016-A 5.00%, 06/01/2041 | | | 100 | | | | 100,768 | |
District of Columbia Tobacco Settlement Financing Corp. Series 2006 Zero Coupon, 06/15/2055 | | | 2,500 | | | | 224,955 | |
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Florida – 4.8% | |
Align Affordable Housing Bond Fund LP (SHI – Lake Worth LLC) Series 2021 3.25%, 12/01/2051(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 865,891 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Bexley Community Development District Series 2016 4.875%, 05/01/2047 | | $ | 100 | | | $ | 92,011 | |
Capital Trust Agency, Inc. (Educational Growth Fund LLC) Series 2021 Zero Coupon, 07/01/2061(b) | | | 2,000 | | | | 130,094 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2056(b) | | | 1,190 | | | | 1,079,848 | |
City of Palmetto FL (Renaissance Arts and Education, Inc.) Series 2022 5.375%, 06/01/2057 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,008,417 | |
City of Tampa FL (State of Florida Cigarette Tax Revenue) Series 2020-A Zero Coupon, 09/01/2053 | | | 1,000 | | | | 211,983 | |
County of Lake FL (Waterman Communities, Inc.) Series 2020 5.75%, 08/15/2055 | | | 200 | | | | 167,253 | |
County of Miami-Dade FL (County of Miami-Dade FL Non-Ad Valorem) Series 2015-A 5.00%, 06/01/2028 | | | 780 | | | | 810,238 | |
County of Miami-Dade FL Aviation Revenue Series 2015-A 5.00%, 10/01/2031 | | | 265 | | | | 272,380 | |
County of Miami-Dade Seaport Department Series 2013-A 6.00%, 10/01/2038 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,057,207 | |
Series 2023-A 5.25%, 10/01/2052 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,068,322 | |
County of Osceola FL Transportation Revenue Series 2020-A Zero Coupon, 10/01/2036 | | | 230 | | | | 119,784 | |
County of Palm Beach FL (Provident Group-PBAU Properties LLC) Series 2019 5.00%, 04/01/2051(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 896,368 | |
Florida Development Finance Corp. (Assistance Unlimited, Inc,) Series 2022 6.00%, 08/15/2057(b) | | | 350 | | | | 333,867 | |
Florida Development Finance Corp. (Brightline Trains Florida LLC) Series 2020 7.375%, 01/01/2049(b) | | | 695 | | | | 658,520 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Florida Development Finance Corp. (Cornerstone Charter Academy, Inc.) Series 2022 5.00%, 10/01/2042(b) | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 952,229 | |
Florida Development Finance Corp. (Drs Kiran & Pallavi Patel 2017 Foundation for Global Understanding, Inc.) Series 2021 4.00%, 07/01/2051(b) | | | 100 | | | | 84,204 | |
Florida Development Finance Corp. (IDEA Florida, Inc.) Series 2022 5.25%, 06/15/2029(b) | | | 100 | | | | 99,221 | |
Florida Development Finance Corp. (Mater Academy, Inc.) Series 2020-A 5.00%, 06/15/2055 | | | 1,000 | | | | 968,810 | |
Florida Development Finance Corp. (Seaside School Consortium, Inc.) Series 2022 5.75%, 06/15/2047 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,033,303 | |
Lee County Industrial Development Authority/FL (Cypress Cove at Healthpark Florida Obligated Group) Series 2022 5.25%, 10/01/2052 | | | 500 | | | | 427,130 | |
Miami-Dade County Industrial Development Authority (AcadeMir Charter School Middle & Preparatory Academy Obligated Group) Series 2022 5.50%, 07/01/2061(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 938,051 | |
North Broward Hospital District Series 2017-B 5.00%, 01/01/2037 | | | 100 | | | | 103,995 | |
Orange County Health Facilities Authority (Presbyterian Retirement Communities, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2023 4.00%, 08/01/2042(f) | | | 250 | | | | 212,641 | |
Palm Beach County Educational Facilities Authority (Palm Beach Atlantic University Obligated Group) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2041 | | | 1,000 | | | | 911,130 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Palm Beach County Health Facilities Authority (Federation CCRC Operations Corp. Obligated Group) Series 2022 4.25%, 06/01/2056 | | $ | 200 | | | $ | 142,848 | |
Palm Beach County Health Facilities Authority (Green Cay Life Plan Village, Inc.) Series 2022 11.50%, 07/01/2027(b) | | | 100 | | | | 96,533 | |
Pinellas County Industrial Development Authority Series 2019 5.00%, 07/01/2039 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,000,136 | |
Town of Davie FL (Nova Southeastern University, Inc.) Series 2018 5.00%, 04/01/2048 | | | 530 | | | | 544,908 | |
Village Community Development District No. 13 Series 2019 3.55%, 05/01/2039 | | | 605 | | | | 499,208 | |
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| | | | | | | 20,786,530 | |
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Georgia – 2.8% | |
Augusta Development Authority (AU Health System Obligated Group) Series 2018 5.00%, 07/01/2025 | | | 145 | | | | 142,597 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2031 | | | 1,065 | | | | 1,029,343 | |
Main Street Natural Gas, Inc. (Citadel LP) Series 2022-C 4.00%, 08/01/2052(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 961,842 | |
Main Street Natural Gas, Inc. (Citigroup, Inc.) Series 2019-C 4.00%, 03/01/2050 | | | 3,215 | | | | 3,211,434 | |
Series 2023-A 5.00%, 06/01/2053 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,054,557 | |
Main Street Natural Gas, Inc. (Royal Bank of Canada) Series 2023-B 5.00%, 07/01/2053 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,068,417 | |
Main Street Natural Gas, Inc. (Toronto-Dominion Bank/The) Series 2019-B 4.00%, 08/01/2049 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,009,853 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Municipal Electric Authority of Georgia Series 2019 5.00%, 01/01/2038 | | $ | 100 | | | $ | 105,031 | |
Series 2022 5.50%, 07/01/2063 | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,554,440 | |
AGM Series 2023 5.00%, 07/01/2064 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,038,741 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 12,176,255 | |
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Guam – 0.6% | |
Antonio B Won Pat International Airport Authority Series 2021-A 4.46%, 10/01/2043 | | | 1,000 | | | | 770,558 | |
Guam Power Authority Series 2022-A 5.00%, 10/01/2043 | | | 500 | | | | 519,395 | |
Territory of Guam Series 2019 5.00%, 11/15/2031 | | | 195 | | | | 203,746 | |
Territory of Guam (Guam Section 30 Income Tax) Series 2016-A 5.00%, 12/01/2046 | | | 200 | | | | 196,272 | |
Territory of Guam (Territory of Guam Business Privilege Tax) Series 2021-F 5.00%, 01/01/2029 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,057,148 | |
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| | | | | | | 2,747,119 | |
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Illinois – 8.9% | |
Chicago Board of Education Series 2012-A 5.00%, 12/01/2042 | | | 240 | | | | 238,509 | |
Series 2012-B 5.00%, 12/01/2033 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,002,368 | |
Series 2019-A 5.00%, 12/01/2029 | | | 100 | | | | 105,330 | |
5.00%, 12/01/2030 | | | 100 | | | | 104,838 | |
Series 2019-B 5.00%, 12/01/2033 | | | 100 | | | | 104,009 | |
Series 2021-A 5.00%, 12/01/2033 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,045,264 | |
Series 2023 5.25%, 04/01/2040 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,135,322 | |
5.50%, 04/01/2042 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,086,733 | |
Chicago O’Hare International Airport Series 2015-C 5.00%, 01/01/2034 | | | 335 | | | | 340,966 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Series 2017-B 5.00%, 01/01/2035 | | $ | 725 | | | $ | 771,633 | |
Series 2018-A 5.00%, 01/01/2053 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,022,164 | |
Series 2022 5.50%, 01/01/2055 | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,392,181 | |
Illinois Finance Authority (Clark-Lindsey Village Obligated Group) Series 2022-A 5.50%, 06/01/2057 | | | 1,000 | | | | 873,271 | |
Illinois Finance Authority (DePaul College Prep) Series 2023 5.625%, 08/01/2053(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 989,147 | |
Illinois Finance Authority (Illinois Institute of Technology) Series 2019 4.00%, 09/01/2035 | | | 100 | | | | 86,690 | |
Illinois Finance Authority (Lake Forest College) Series 2022-A 5.50%, 10/01/2047 | | | 1,000 | | | | 999,397 | |
Illinois Finance Authority (Park Place of Elmhurst Obligated Group) Series 2021 5.125%, 05/15/2060 | | | 77 | | | | 44,436 | |
Illinois Finance Authority (Silver Cross Hospital Obligated Group) Series 2015-C 5.00%, 08/15/2035 | | | 250 | | | | 256,165 | |
Illinois Housing Development Authority Series 2022 5.67%, 12/01/2025(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,001,579 | |
7.17%, 11/01/2038 | | | 100 | | | | 102,255 | |
Metropolitan Pier & Exposition Authority Series 2015-B 5.00%, 12/15/2045 | | | 600 | | | | 604,385 | |
Series 2022 4.00%, 12/15/2042 | | | 1,000 | | | | 915,231 | |
Metropolitan Pier & Exposition Authority (Metropolitan Pier & Exposition Authority Lease) Series 2020 5.00%, 06/15/2042 | | | 640 | | | | 656,670 | |
Railsplitter Tobacco Settlement Authority Series 2017 5.00%, 06/01/2023 | | | 4,000 | | | | 4,003,944 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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State of Illinois Series 2010 7.35%, 07/01/2035 | | $ | 232 | | | $ | 256,211 | |
Series 2013 5.50%, 07/01/2025 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 270 | | | | 271,084 | |
Series 2016 5.00%, 02/01/2024 | | | 375 | | | | 378,805 | |
Series 2017-D 5.00%, 11/01/2026 | | | 930 | | | | 981,659 | |
Series 2018-A 5.00%, 10/01/2027 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,070,660 | |
Series 2019-B 5.00%, 11/01/2031 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,097,120 | |
Series 2022-A 5.50%, 03/01/2047 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,093,767 | |
Series 2022-C 5.50%, 10/01/2045 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,102,287 | |
Series 2023-B 5.00%, 05/01/2033(f) | | | 6,000 | | | | 6,749,701 | |
Series 2023-D 5.00%, 07/01/2024(f) | | | 1,690 | | | | 1,715,209 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 38,598,990 | |
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Indiana – 1.4% | |
City of Fort Wayne IN (Do Good Foods Fort Wayne LLC Obligated Group) Series 2022 9.00%, 12/01/2044(b) | | | 1,035 | | | | 1,025,152 | |
10.75%, 12/01/2029 | | | 140 | | | | 139,904 | |
City of Valparaiso IN (Green Oaks of Valparaiso LLC) Series 2021 5.375%, 12/01/2041(b) | | | 150 | | | | 115,457 | |
City of Whiting IN (BP Products North America, Inc.) Series 2023 4.40%, 11/01/2045 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,035,352 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (Brightmark Plastics Renewal Indiana LLC) Series 2019 7.00%, 03/01/2039(b) | | | 1,110 | | | | 839,280 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (Good Samaritan Hospital Obligated Group) Series 2022 5.00%, 04/01/2029 | | | 100 | | | | 103,720 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Indiana Finance Authority (Greencroft Goshen Obligated Group) Series 2021 4.00%, 11/15/2043 | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 745,463 | |
Series 2023-2 4.00%, 11/15/2037(f) | | | 100 | | | | 80,030 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (Marquette Manor) Series 2015-A 5.00%, 03/01/2030 | | | 190 | | | | 190,811 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (Ohio Valley Electric Corp.) Series 2021-B 2.50%, 11/01/2030 | | | 165 | | | | 144,636 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (University of Evansville) Series 2022 5.25%, 09/01/2057 | | | 1,000 | | | | 943,840 | |
Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority (Vita of Marion LLC) Series 2021-A 5.25%, 04/01/2041(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 788,423 | |
Series 2021-B 4.00%, 04/01/2024 | | | 100 | | | | 97,614 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 6,249,682 | |
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Iowa – 2.4% | |
Iowa Finance Authority Series 2022-E 4.16% (SOFR + 0.80%), 01/01/2052(a) | | | 5,000 | | | | 4,927,401 | |
Iowa Finance Authority (Iowa Fertilizer Co. LLC) Series 2022 5.00%, 12/01/2050 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,004,446 | |
Iowa Finance Authority (Iowa Finance Authority State Revolving Fund) Series 2017 5.00%, 08/01/2023 | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,511,163 | |
Iowa Finance Authority (Lifespace Communities, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2018-A 5.00%, 05/15/2043 | | | 500 | | | | 385,113 | |
5.00%, 05/15/2048 | | | 325 | | | | 240,491 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Iowa Finance Authority (Wesley Retirement Services, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2021 4.00%, 12/01/2031 | | $ | 115 | | | $ | 102,667 | |
4.00%, 12/01/2041 | | | 170 | | | | 134,157 | |
4.00%, 12/01/2046 | | | 115 | | | | 85,819 | |
4.00%, 12/01/2051 | | | 205 | | | | 147,522 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 10,538,779 | |
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Kansas – 0.1% | |
City of Overland Park KS Sales Tax Revenue Series 2022 6.00%, 11/15/2034(b) | | | 100 | | | | 103,048 | |
6.50%, 11/15/2042(b) | | | 300 | | | | 306,791 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 409,839 | |
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Kentucky – 1.0% | |
City of Ashland KY (Ashland Hospital Corp. Obligated Group) Series 2019 4.00%, 02/01/2034 | | | 385 | | | | 386,442 | |
City of Henderson KY (Pratt Paper LLC) Series 2022 3.70%, 01/01/2032(b) | | | 325 | | | | 309,420 | |
Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (Baptist Healthcare System Obligated Group) Series 2017-B 5.00%, 08/15/2037 | | | 175 | | | | 182,996 | |
Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (Carmel Manor, Inc.) Series 2022 4.50%, 10/01/2027 | | | 1,000 | | | | 992,859 | |
Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (CommonSpirit Health) Series 2019-A 4.00%, 08/01/2039 | | | 160 | | | | 155,692 | |
Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (Masonic Homes of Kentucky, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2012 5.375%, 11/15/2042 | | | 65 | | | | 53,663 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Kentucky Economic Development Finance Authority (Owensboro Health, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2017-A 5.00%, 06/01/2037 | | $ | 425 | | | $ | 430,653 | |
Kentucky Housing Corp. (Churchill Park LLLP) Series 2022-A 4.65%, 05/01/2025(b) | | | 130 | | | | 129,633 | |
5.75%, 11/01/2040(b) | | | 600 | | | | 603,757 | |
Series 2022-B 6.75%, 11/01/2040(b) | | | 100 | | | | 100,597 | |
Kentucky Public Energy Authority (BP PLC) Series 2020-A 4.00%, 12/01/2050 | | | 600 | | | | 601,460 | |
Louisville/Jefferson County Metropolitan Government (Norton Healthcare Obligated Group) Series 2016 5.00%, 10/01/2033 | | | 225 | | | | 236,003 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,183,175 | |
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Louisiana – 1.3% | |
City of New Orleans LA Water System Revenue Series 2014 5.00%, 12/01/2034 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 100 | | | | 103,070 | |
Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities & Community Development Auth (Louisiana Utilities Restoration Corp. ELL System Restoration Revenue) Series 2023 5.048%, 12/01/2034 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,030,808 | |
Louisiana Local Government Environmental Facilities & Community Development Auth (Woman’s Hospital Foundation) Series 2017 5.00%, 10/01/2036 | | | 675 | | | | 709,044 | |
Louisiana Public Facilities Authority (Geo Prep Mid-City of Greater Baton Rouge) Series 2022 6.125%, 06/01/2052(b) | | | 1,025 | | | | 1,022,173 | |
Louisiana Public Facilities Authority (Louisiana Pellets, Inc.) Series 2014-A 7.50%, 07/01/2023(c)(d)(g) | | | 250 | | | | 2 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Louisiana Public Facilities Authority (Louisiana State University & Agricultural & Mechanical College Auxiliary Revenue) Series 2019 5.00%, 07/01/2059 | | $ | 1,335 | | | $ | 1,356,102 | |
New Orleans Aviation Board Series 2017-B 5.00%, 01/01/2043 | | | 215 | | | | 219,238 | |
Parish of St. James LA (NuStar Logistics LP) Series 2020-2 6.35%, 07/01/2040(b) | | | 100 | | | | 107,962 | |
State of Louisiana Gasoline & Fuels Tax Revenue Series 2022-A 3.867% (SOFR + 0.50%), 05/01/2043(a) | | | 990 | | | | 967,237 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 5,515,636 | |
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Maine – 0.0% | |
Finance Authority of Maine (Casella Waste Systems, Inc.) Series 2017 5.25%, 01/01/2025(b) | | | 100 | | | | 100,657 | |
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Maryland – 2.4% | |
City of Baltimore MD (East Baltimore Research Park Project) Series 2017-A 5.00%, 09/01/2038 | | | 150 | | | | 150,969 | |
Maryland Economic Development Corp. (Air Cargo Obligated Group) Series 2019 4.00%, 07/01/2044 | | | 600 | | | | 530,121 | |
Maryland Economic Development Corp. (Bowie State University) Series 2020 5.00%, 07/01/2055 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,007,245 | |
Maryland Economic Development Corp. (Maryland Economic Development Corp. Morgan View & Thurgood Marshall Student Hsg) Series 2022 6.00%, 07/01/2058 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,088,052 | |
Maryland Economic Development Corp. (Purple Line Transit Partners LLC) Series 2022 5.25%, 06/30/2047 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,017,086 | |
5.25%, 06/30/2052 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,013,943 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Maryland Health & Higher Educational Facilities Authority (Adventist Healthcare Obligated Group) Series 2021 5.00%, 01/01/2036 | | $ | 500 | | | $ | 517,141 | |
Maryland Stadium Authority (Baltimore City Public School Construction Financing Fund) Series 2020 5.00%, 05/01/2050 | | | 1,500 | | | | 1,691,514 | |
State of Maryland Department of Transportation Series 2022-2 5.00%, 12/01/2023 | | | 3,500 | | | | 3,538,313 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 10,554,384 | |
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Massachusetts – 0.7% | |
Commonwealth of Massachusetts AGC Series 2007-A 3.795% (LIBOR 3 Month + 0.57%), 05/01/2037(a) | | | 1,300 | | | | 1,267,320 | |
Massachusetts Development Finance Agency (Merrimack College) Series 2014 5.125%, 07/01/2044 | | | 620 | | | | 622,778 | |
Massachusetts Development Finance Agency (Tufts Medicine Obligated Group) Series 2019-A 5.00%, 07/01/2044 | | | 1,000 | | | | 988,483 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,878,581 | |
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Michigan – 1.9% | |
City of Detroit MI Series 2014-B 4.00%, 04/01/2044(e) | | | 245 | | | | 180,083 | |
Series 2018 5.00%, 04/01/2038 | | | 75 | | | | 75,799 | |
Series 2021-A 5.00%, 04/01/2046 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,955,364 | |
Series 2021-B 3.644%, 04/01/2034 | | | 200 | | | | 159,884 | |
City of Detroit MI Sewage Disposal System Revenue (Great Lakes Water Authority Sewage Disposal System Revenue) AGM Series 2006-D 4.068% (LIBOR 3 Month + 0.60%), 07/01/2032(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 931,691 | |
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Michigan Finance Authority (Michigan Finance Authority Tobacco Settlement Revenue) Series 2020-A 3.267%, 06/01/2039 | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 901,851 | |
Michigan State Building Authority (Michigan State Building Authority Lease) Series 2013-I 5.00%, 10/15/2029 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,021,472 | |
Michigan Strategic Fund (Michigan Strategic Fund – I 75 Improvement Project) AGM Series 2018 4.125%, 06/30/2035 | | | 1,610 | | | | 1,598,313 | |
Michigan Tobacco Settlement Finance Authority (Tobacco Settlement Financing Corp./MI) Series 2008-C Zero Coupon, 06/01/2058 | | | 7,750 | | | | 318,361 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 8,142,818 | |
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Minnesota – 0.1% | |
City of Wayzata MN (Wayzata Bay Senior Housing, Inc.) Series 2019 5.00%, 08/01/2049 | | | 105 | | | | 97,881 | |
Duluth Economic Development Authority (Benedictine Health System Obligated Group) Series 2021 4.00%, 07/01/2036 | | | 100 | | | | 83,417 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2041 | | | 100 | | | | 78,425 | |
Housing & Redevelopment Authority of The City of St. Paul Minnesota (Minnesota Math & Science Academy) Series 2021 4.00%, 06/01/2051(b) | | | 100 | | | | 70,696 | |
4.00%, 06/01/2056(b) | | | 100 | | | | 68,488 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 398,907 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Mississippi – 0.5% | |
Mississippi Business Finance Corp. (Alden Group Renewable Energy Mississippi LLC) Series 2022 8.00%, 12/01/2029(b) | | | 500 | | | | 495,313 | |
Mississippi Business Finance Corp. (Enviva, Inc.) Series 2022 7.75%, 07/15/2047 | | | 270 | | | | 272,156 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Mississippi Development Bank (Magnolia Regional Health Center) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2035(b) | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 927,819 | |
Mississippi Hospital Equipment & Facilities Authority (Baptist Memorial Health Care Obligated Group) Series 2016-A 5.00%, 09/01/2036 | | | 250 | | | | 256,468 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,951,756 | |
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Missouri – 0.1% | |
Kansas City Industrial Development Authority Series 2019 5.00%, 07/01/2040(b) | | | 180 | | | | 155,484 | |
Lee’s Summit Industrial Development Authority (John Knox Village Obligated Group) Series 2021-A 5.00%, 08/15/2056 | | | 300 | | | | 226,308 | |
Taney County Industrial Development Authority (Taney County Industrial Development Authority Lease) Series 2023 6.00%, 10/01/2049(b) | | | 100 | | | | 98,303 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 480,095 | |
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Nevada – 0.4% | |
City of Reno NV (County of Washoe NV Sales Tax Revenue) Series 2018-C Zero Coupon, 07/01/2058(b) | | | 2,000 | | | | 255,033 | |
City of Sparks NV (City of Sparks NV Sales Tax) Series 2019-A 2.75%, 06/15/2028(b) | | | 525 | | | | 475,752 | |
State of Nevada Department of Business & Industry (DesertXpress Enterprises LLC) Series 2023 3.70%, 01/01/2050(b) | | | 1,100 | | | | 1,098,291 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,829,076 | |
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New Hampshire – 0.0% | |
New Hampshire Business Finance Authority Series 2022-2 0.35%, 09/20/2036 | | | 1,000 | | | | 23,730 | |
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New Jersey – 3.0% | |
Essex County Improvement Authority (Friends of TEAM Academy Charter School Obligated Group) Series 2021 4.00%, 06/15/2051 | | $ | 1,100 | | | $ | 940,272 | |
New Jersey Economic Development Authority (New Jersey Economic Development Authority State Lease) Series 2019 5.25%, 04/01/2026 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,056,983 | |
Series 2023 5.397%, 03/01/2033 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,029,699 | |
New Jersey Economic Development Authority (State of New Jersey) Series 2024-S 5.00%, 06/15/2026(f) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,024,848 | |
5.00%, 06/15/2034(f) | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,190,809 | |
New Jersey Economic Development Authority (United Airlines, Inc.) Series 2012 5.25%, 09/15/2029 | | | 210 | | | | 211,320 | |
New Jersey Educational Facilities Authority (Stevens Institute of Technology International, Inc.) Series 2020-A 5.00%, 07/01/2045 | | | 100 | | | | 102,978 | |
New Jersey Health Care Facilities Financing Authority (Inspira Health Obligated Group) Series 2017-A 5.00%, 07/01/2036 | | | 280 | | | | 294,052 | |
New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority (New Jersey Transportation Fed Hwy Grant) Series 2016 5.00%, 06/15/2029 | | | 550 | | | | 581,065 | |
New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority (New Jersey Transportation Trust Fund Authority State Lease) Series 2018-A 5.00%, 12/15/2035 | | | 340 | | | | 366,877 | |
New Jersey Turnpike Authority Series 2017-B 5.00%, 01/01/2032 | | | 540 | | | | 593,233 | |
South Jersey Transportation Authority BAM Series 2022 5.25%, 11/01/2052 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,090,785 | |
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Tobacco Settlement Financing Corp./NJ Series 2018-B 5.00%, 06/01/2046 | | $ | 3,500 | | | $ | 3,480,880 | |
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| | | | | | | 12,963,801 | |
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New Mexico – 0.3% | |
New Mexico Hospital Equipment Loan Council (Haverland Carter Lifestyle Obligated Group) Series 2019 5.00%, 07/01/2049 | | | 1,000 | | | | 765,312 | |
Winrock Town Center Tax Increment Development District No. 1 Series 2022 3.75%, 05/01/2028(b) | | | 771 | | | | 726,566 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,491,878 | |
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New York – 7.4% | |
Build NYC Resource Corp. (Integration Charter Schools) Series 2021 5.00%, 06/01/2056(b) | | | 400 | | | | 348,918 | |
Build NYC Resource Corp. (Kipp NYC Public Charter Schools) Series 2023 5.25%, 07/01/2062 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,013,692 | |
Hempstead Town Local Development Corp. (Evergreen Charter School, Inc.) Series 2022-A 5.50%, 06/15/2057 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,957,658 | |
Metropolitan Transportation Authority Series 2020-A 5.00%, 11/15/2045 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,089,692 | |
Series 2020-C 4.75%, 11/15/2045 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,019,147 | |
5.00%, 11/15/2050 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,033,507 | |
Series 2020-E 4.00%, 11/15/2026 | | | 1,155 | | | | 1,172,347 | |
Series 2021-D 3.553% (SOFR + 0.33%), 11/01/2035(a) | | | 900 | | | | 891,210 | |
Monroe County Industrial Development Corp./NY (Academy of Health Sciences Charter School) Series 2022 6.00%, 07/01/2057(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 968,892 | |
Monroe County Industrial Development Corp./NY (St. Ann’s of Greater Rochester Obligated Group) Series 2019 5.00%, 01/01/2040 | | | 550 | | | | 441,810 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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New York City Transitional Finance Authority Building Aid Revenue (New York City Transitional Finance Authority Building Aid Revenue State Lease) Series 2018-S 5.00%, 07/15/2032 | | $ | 865 | | | $ | 967,560 | |
New York City Transitional Finance Authority Future Tax Secured Revenue Series 2018 5.00%, 08/01/2023 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,004,365 | |
New York Counties Tobacco Trust V Series 2005 Zero Coupon, 06/01/2050 | | | 350 | | | | 48,939 | |
New York Liberty Development Corp. (3 World Trade Center LLC) Series 2014 5.00%, 11/15/2044(b) | | | 1,215 | | | | 1,176,069 | |
5.375%, 11/15/2040(b) | | | 115 | | | | 115,039 | |
New York State Dormitory Authority (Garnet Health Medical Center Obligated Group) Series 2017 5.00%, 12/01/2034(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 994,982 | |
New York State Dormitory Authority (State of New York Pers Income Tax) Series 2014-A 5.00%, 02/15/2028 | | | 425 | | | | 431,166 | |
New York Transportation Development Corp. (Delta Air Lines, Inc.) Series 2018 4.00%, 01/01/2036 | | | 275 | | | | 264,555 | |
Series 2020 4.375%, 10/01/2045 | | | 1,000 | | | | 949,905 | |
New York Transportation Development Corp. (Laguardia Gateway Partners LLC) Series 2016-A 5.00%, 07/01/2041 | | | 150 | | | | 150,296 | |
Triborough Bridge & Tunnel Authority (Metropolitan Transportation Authority Payroll Mobility Tax Revenue) Series 2021-A 2.917%, 05/15/2040 | | | 500 | | | | 381,526 | |
Series 2022-A 5.00%, 08/15/2024 | | | 5,000 | | | | 5,105,073 | |
Series 2022-E 3.596%, 04/01/2026(h) | | | 10,000 | | | | 10,061,207 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Ulster County Capital Resource Corp. (Woodland Pond at New Paltz) Series 2017 5.00%, 09/15/2037 | | $ | 120 | | | $ | 95,675 | |
Westchester County Local Development Corp. (Purchase Senior Learning Community Obligated Group) Series 2021 2.875%, 07/01/2026(b) | | | 250 | | | | 237,083 | |
Western Regional Off-Track Betting Corp. Series 2021 4.125%, 12/01/2041(b) | | | 100 | | | | 74,854 | |
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| | | | | | | 31,995,167 | |
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North Carolina – 0.4% | |
Fayetteville State University Series 2023 5.00%, 04/01/2038(b) | | | 1,045 | | | | 1,105,808 | |
North Carolina Turnpike Authority Series 2017 5.00%, 01/01/2032 | | | 500 | | | | 527,434 | |
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| | | | | | | 1,633,242 | |
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North Dakota – 0.2% | |
City of Grand Forks ND (Altru Health System Obligated Group) Series 2021 4.00%, 12/01/2038 | | | 1,000 | | | | 911,527 | |
County of Grand Forks ND (Red River Biorefinery LLC) Series 2021 6.625%, 12/15/2031(b)(c)(d) | | | 100 | | | | 55,000 | |
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| | | | | | | 966,527 | |
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Ohio – 2.3% | |
American Municipal Power, Inc. (American Municipal Power Solar Electricity Prepayment Revenue) Series 2020 4.00%, 02/15/2044 | | | 1,000 | | | | 931,455 | |
Buckeye Tobacco Settlement Financing Authority Series 2020-B 5.00%, 06/01/2055 | | | 2,630 | | | | 2,451,378 | |
City of Chillicothe OH (Adena Health System Obligated Group) Series 2017 5.00%, 12/01/2047 | | | 175 | | | | 178,259 | |
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Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority (Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Port Authority Flats East Bank TIF District) Series 2021 4.00%, 12/01/2055(b) | | $ | 490 | | | $ | 412,545 | |
County of Cuyahoga OH (County of Cuyahoga OH Lease) Series 2014 5.00%, 12/01/2028 | | | 365 | | | | 369,909 | |
County of Cuyahoga OH (MetroHealth System (The)) Series 2017 5.00%, 02/15/2042 | | | 205 | | | | 206,730 | |
County of Marion OH (United Church Homes, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2019 5.125%, 12/01/2049 | | | 100 | | | | 84,593 | |
County of Montgomery OH (Trousdale Foundation Obligated Group) Series 2018-A 6.25%, 04/01/2049(b)(c)(d) | | | 100 | | | | 35,000 | |
County of Washington OH (Marietta Area Health Care, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2022 6.625%, 12/01/2042 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,015,738 | |
6.75%, 12/01/2052 | | | 250 | | | | 250,733 | |
Jefferson County Port Authority/OH (JSW Steel USA Ohio, Inc.) Series 2021 3.50%, 12/01/2051(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 700,126 | |
Ohio Air Quality Development Authority (Ohio Valley Electric Corp.) Series 2019 3.25%, 09/01/2029 | | | 580 | | | | 541,177 | |
Ohio Air Quality Development Authority (Pratt Paper OH, Inc.) Series 2017 4.25%, 01/15/2038(b) | | | 185 | | | | 174,906 | |
Ohio Higher Educational Facility Commission Series 2023 5.00%, 10/01/2032(f) | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,346,138 | |
Port of Greater Cincinnati Development Authority Series 2021 4.375%, 06/15/2056 | | | 100 | | | | 95,871 | |
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Oklahoma – 0.7% | |
Norman Regional Hospital Authority (Norman Regional Hospital Authority Obligated Group) Series 2019 3.25%, 09/01/2039 | | $ | 505 | | | $ | 385,018 | |
Oklahoma Development Finance Authority (OU Medicine Obligated Group) Series 2018-B 5.25%, 08/15/2048 | | | 1,000 | | | | 925,297 | |
5.50%, 08/15/2052 | | | 1,000 | | | | 939,567 | |
Series 2022-A 5.50%, 08/15/2044 | | | 1,000 | | | | 964,801 | |
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| | | | | | | 3,214,683 | |
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Oregon – 0.2% | |
Clackamas County Hospital Facility Authority (Rose Villa, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2020-A 5.375%, 11/15/2055 | | | 1,000 | | | | 883,896 | |
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Other – 0.1% | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Multifamily VRD Certificates (FHLMC Multifamily VRD Certificates) 2.65%, 06/15/2036(b) | | | 375 | | | | 314,815 | |
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Pennsylvania – 3.3% | |
Allentown Neighborhood Improvement Zone Development Authority Series 2022 5.25%, 05/01/2042(b) | | | 495 | | | | 486,823 | |
Berks County Municipal Authority (The) (Tower Health Obligated Group) Series 2020-B 5.00%, 02/01/2040 | | | 1,000 | | | | 649,180 | |
Bucks County Industrial Development Authority (Grand View Hospital/Sellersville PA Obligated Group) Series 2021 4.00%, 07/01/2051 | | | 1,000 | | | | 740,178 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2054 | | | 250 | | | | 214,590 | |
Chester County Industrial Development Authority (Collegium Charter School) Series 2022 5.625%, 10/15/2042(b) | | | 250 | | | | 243,508 | |
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Lancaster County Hospital Authority/PA (St. Anne’s Retirement Community Obligated Group) Series 2020 5.00%, 03/01/2040 | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 852,336 | |
Montgomery County Higher Education and Health Authority (Thomas Jefferson University Obligated Group) Series 2022 5.00%, 05/01/2052 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,055,879 | |
Moon Industrial Development Authority (Baptist Homes Society Obligated Group) Series 2015 6.125%, 07/01/2050 | | | 1,000 | | | | 818,697 | |
Moon Industrial Development Authority (Baptist Homes Society) Series 2015 5.75%, 07/01/2035 | | | 100 | | | | 88,073 | |
Pennsylvania Economic Development Financing Authority (Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Transportation) Series 2022 5.25%, 06/30/2053 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,034,403 | |
AGM Series 2022 5.00%, 12/31/2057 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,043,999 | |
5.75%, 12/31/2062 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,104,906 | |
Pennsylvania Economic Development Financing Authority (Covanta Holding Corp.) Series 2019 3.25%, 08/01/2039(b) | | | 510 | | | | 364,827 | |
Pennsylvania Economic Development Financing Authority (Iron Cumberland LLC) Series 2022 7.00%, 12/01/2029 | | | 1,000 | | | | 972,299 | |
Pennsylvania Economic Development Financing Authority (PA Bridges Finco LP) Series 2015 5.00%, 12/31/2038 | | | 100 | | | | 101,207 | |
Pennsylvania Economic Development Financing Authority (UPMC Obligated Group) Series 2022-C 4.56% (MUNIPSA + 0.70%), 11/15/2047(a) | | | 1,000 | | | | 981,580 | |
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Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Series 2017-B 5.00%, 06/01/2036 | | $ | 200 | | | $ | 211,022 | |
Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development (MaST Community Charter School III) Series 2021 5.00%, 08/01/2054 | | | 100 | | | | 99,048 | |
Philadelphia Authority for Industrial Development (Philadelphia Performing Arts Charter School) Series 2020 5.00%, 06/15/2040(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,003,078 | |
School District of Philadelphia (The) Series 2019-A 5.00%, 09/01/2044(h) | | | 1,350 | | | | 1,436,497 | |
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| | | | | | | 14,502,130 | |
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Puerto Rico – 4.1% | |
Children’s Trust Fund Series 2008-A Zero Coupon, 05/15/2057 | | | 2,600 | | | | 177,742 | |
Series 2008-B Zero Coupon, 05/15/2057 | | | 5,000 | | | | 280,504 | |
Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Series 2021-A Zero Coupon, 07/01/2024 | | | 41 | | | | 39,048 | |
Zero Coupon, 07/01/2033 | | | 779 | | | | 454,342 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2033 | | | 2,623 | | | | 2,400,362 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2035 | | | 111 | | | | 99,107 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2037 | | | 95 | | | | 83,060 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2041 | | | 129 | | | | 108,504 | |
4.00%, 07/01/2046 | | | 134 | | | | 108,981 | |
5.25%, 07/01/2023 | | | 69 | | | | 68,928 | |
5.375%, 07/01/2025 | | | 242 | | | | 246,850 | |
5.625%, 07/01/2027 | | | 286 | | | | 298,122 | |
5.625%, 07/01/2029 | | | 168 | | | | 177,601 | |
5.75%, 07/01/2031 | | | 270 | | | | 289,018 | |
Series 2022-A Zero Coupon, 11/01/2051 | | | 2,695 | | | | 1,270,019 | |
Series 2022-C Zero Coupon, 11/01/2043 | | | 5,470 | | | | 2,570,687 | |
GDB Debt Recovery Authority of Puerto Rico Series 2018 7.50%, 08/20/2040 | | | 115 | | | | 95,842 | |
HTA TRRB Custodial Trust Series 2022 5.25%, 07/01/2036 | | | 110 | | | | 110,553 | |
5.25%, 07/01/2041 | | | 125 | | | | 125,779 | |
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Puerto Rico Commonwealth Aqueduct & Sewer Authority Series 2008-A 6.125%, 07/01/2024 | | $ | 60 | | | $ | 60,690 | |
Series 2020-A 5.00%, 07/01/2035(b) | | | 500 | | | | 498,613 | |
Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority AGM Series 2007-V 5.25%, 07/01/2027 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,011,064 | |
5.25%, 07/01/2031 | | | 375 | | | | 379,438 | |
Series 2007-T 5.00%, 07/01/2032 | | | 85 | | | | 59,713 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2037 | | | 245 | | | | 172,112 | |
Series 2008-W 5.00%, 07/01/2028 | | | 245 | | | | 172,112 | |
Series 2008-WW 5.375%, 07/01/2024 | | | 125 | | | | 87,656 | |
Series 2010-A 5.25%, 07/01/2029 | | | 100 | | | | 70,250 | |
5.25%, 07/01/2030 | | | 15 | | | | 10,538 | |
Series 2010-C 5.00%, 07/01/2024 | | | 25 | | | | 17,531 | |
5.25%, 07/01/2028 | | | 175 | | | | 122,937 | |
Series 2010-DDD 5.00%, 07/01/2021 | | | 15 | | | | 10,425 | |
Series 2010-X 5.25%, 07/01/2040 | | | 340 | | | | 238,850 | |
5.75%, 07/01/2036 | | | 125 | | | | 89,063 | |
Series 2010-ZZ 5.25%, 07/01/2024 | | | 40 | | | | 28,100 | |
Series 2012-A 5.00%, 07/01/2029 | | | 50 | | | | 35,125 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2042 | | | 10 | | | | 7,025 | |
Puerto Rico Highway & Transportation Authority Series 2022-A 5.00%, 07/01/2062 | | | 1,600 | | | | 1,541,285 | |
Puerto Rico Housing Finance Authority (El Mirador LLC) Series 2023 5.00%, 03/01/2027 | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,093,390 | |
Puerto Rico Industrial Tourist Educational Medical & Environmental Control Facilities Financing Auth (AES Puerto Rico LP) Series 2000 6.625%, 06/01/2026 | | | 350 | | | | 355,083 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Puerto Rico Sales Tax Financing Corp. Sales Tax Revenue Series 2018-A Zero Coupon, 07/01/2024 | | $ | 6 | | | $ | 5,699 | |
Zero Coupon, 07/01/2027 | | | 17 | | | | 14,075 | |
Zero Coupon, 07/01/2029 | | | 17 | | | | 12,805 | |
Zero Coupon, 07/01/2046 | | | 2,111 | | | | 574,190 | |
Series 2019-A 4.329%, 07/01/2040 | | | 440 | | | | 409,116 | |
5.00%, 07/01/2058 | | | 867 | | | | 835,010 | |
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| | | | | | | 17,916,944 | |
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South Carolina – 0.6% | |
Columbia Housing Authority/SC Series 2022 4.80%, 11/01/2024 | | | 150 | | | | 146,247 | |
5.26%, 11/01/2032 | | | 100 | | | | 96,807 | |
5.41%, 11/01/2039 | | | 310 | | | | 296,005 | |
6.28%, 11/01/2039 | | | 100 | | | | 95,748 | |
South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (FAH Pelham LLC) Series 2023-A 6.50%, 02/01/2056(b) | | | 565 | | | | 554,046 | |
Series 2023-B 7.50%, 08/01/2047(b) | | | 210 | | | | 203,814 | |
South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (Last Step Recycling LLC) Series 2021 6.25%, 06/01/2040(b) | | | 100 | | | | 78,554 | |
6.50%, 06/01/2051(b) | | | 300 | | | | 224,633 | |
South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (PSG Patriot’s Place Apartments LLC) Series 2022 0.00%, 06/01/2052(e) | | | 415 | | | | 287,532 | |
South Carolina Public Service Authority Series 2016-A 5.00%, 12/01/2036 | | | 265 | | | | 272,294 | |
Series 2022 4.00%, 12/01/2046 | | | 329 | | | | 302,638 | |
4.00%, 12/01/2049 | | | 220 | | | | 199,119 | |
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| | | | | | | 2,757,437 | |
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Tennessee – 1.0% | |
Bristol Industrial Development Board (Bristol Industrial Development Board Sales Tax) Series 2016-A 5.00%, 12/01/2035(b) | | $ | 370 | | | $ | 347,733 | |
5.125%, 12/01/2042(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 908,518 | |
Series 2016-B Zero Coupon, 12/01/2031(b) | | | 150 | | | | 92,685 | |
Chattanooga Health Educational & Housing Facility Board (CommonSpirit Health) Series 2019-A 4.00%, 08/01/2037 | | | 30 | | | | 29,551 | |
4.00%, 08/01/2038 | | | 100 | | | | 97,833 | |
Knox County Industrial Development Board (Tompaul Knoxville LLC) Series 2022 9.25%, 11/01/2042(b) | | | 200 | | | | 200,413 | |
9.50%, 11/01/2052(b) | | | 400 | | | | 400,799 | |
Metropolitan Government Nashville & Davidson County Health & Educational Facilities Board (Trevecca Nazarene University) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2051 | | | 250 | | | | 197,816 | |
Metropolitan Government Nashville & Davidson County Health & Educational Facilities Board (Trousdale Foundation Obligated Group) Series 2018-A 6.25%, 04/01/2049(b)(c)(d) | | | 135 | | | | 47,250 | |
Metropolitan Government Nashville & Davidson County Health & Educational Facilities Board (Vanderbilt University Medical Center Obligated Group) Series 2016 5.00%, 07/01/2035 | | | 215 | | | | 223,710 | |
Metropolitan Government Nashville & Davidson County Industrial Development Board (South Nashville Central Business Improvement District) Series 2021 Zero Coupon, 06/01/2043(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 332,458 | |
4.00%, 06/01/2051(b) | | | 100 | | | | 80,007 | |
Tennergy Corp/TN (Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The)) Series 2022-A 5.50%, 10/01/2053 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,059,238 | |
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Wilson County Health & Educational Facilities Board Series 2021 4.00%, 12/01/2039 | | $ | 200 | | | $ | 152,229 | |
4.25%, 12/01/2024 | | | 200 | | | | 189,536 | |
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Texas – 4.2% | |
Abilene Convention Center Hotel Development Corp. (City of Abilene TX Abilene Convention Center Revenue) Series 2021-A 4.00%, 10/01/2050 | | | 250 | | | | 189,580 | |
Series 2021-B 5.00%, 10/01/2050(b) | | | 500 | | | | 415,385 | |
Arlington Higher Education Finance Corp. (BASIS Texas Charter Schools, Inc.) Series 2021 4.50%, 06/15/2056(b) | | | 500 | | | | 496,106 | |
Arlington Higher Education Finance Corp. (Magellan School (The)) Series 2022 6.25%, 06/01/2052(b) | | | 200 | | | | 202,417 | |
6.375%, 06/01/2062(b) | | | 250 | | | | 253,506 | |
Austin Convention Enterprises, Inc. Series 2017-A 5.00%, 01/01/2034 | | | 500 | | | | 514,605 | |
Baytown Municipal Development District (Baytown Municipal Development District Hotel Occupancy Tax) Series 2021 5.00%, 10/01/2050(b) | | | 400 | | | | 336,410 | |
Board of Regents of the University of Texas System Series 2016-E 5.00%, 08/15/2023 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,005,255 | |
Brazoria County Industrial Development Corp. (Aleon Renewable Metals LLC) Series 2022 10.00%, 06/01/2042(b) | | | 500 | | | | 497,743 | |
Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority Series 2021-B 5.00%, 01/01/2046 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,058,829 | |
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City of Dallas Housing Finance Corp. (DHFC The Briscoe Apartments LLC) Series 2022 Zero Coupon, 12/01/2062(b) | | $ | 4,760 | | | $ | 334,436 | |
6.00%, 12/01/2062 | | | 555 | | | | 570,420 | |
City of Dallas Housing Finance Corp. (DHFC The Dylan Apartments LLC) Series 2022 6.00%, 12/01/2062(b) | | | 270 | | | | 263,606 | |
6.25%, 12/01/2054(b) | | | 100 | | | | 91,798 | |
City of Houston TX (City of Houston TX Hotel Occupancy Tax) Series 2015 5.00%, 09/01/2031 | | | 160 | | | | 162,334 | |
City of San Antonio TX Electric & Gas Systems Revenue Series 2021-A 5.00%, 02/01/2046 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,071,020 | |
Conroe Local Government Corp. (Conroe Local Government Corp. Conroe Convention Center Hotel) Series 2021 4.00%, 10/01/2046 | | | 1,000 | | | | 946,552 | |
Dallas Area Rapid Transit Series 2014-A 5.00%, 12/01/2025 (Pre-refunded/ETM) | | | 580 | | | | 597,441 | |
Dallas County Flood Control District No. 1 Series 2015 5.00%, 04/01/2028(b) | | | 100 | | | | 100,025 | |
Decatur Hospital Authority Series 2021 4.00%, 09/01/2044 | | | 1,000 | | | | 797,098 | |
Hidalgo County Regional Mobility Authority Series 2022-A Zero Coupon, 12/01/2050 | | | 1,000 | | | | 220,702 | |
4.00%, 12/01/2037 | | | 1,600 | | | | 1,479,749 | |
Series 2022-B Zero Coupon, 12/01/2042 | | | 1,400 | | | | 452,083 | |
Love Field Airport Modernization Corp. (Dallas Love Field) Series 2015 5.00%, 11/01/2032 | | | 500 | | | | 513,727 | |
Mission Economic Development Corp. (Natgasoline LLC) Series 2018 4.625%, 10/01/2031(b) | | | 450 | | | | 438,808 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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New Hope Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. Series 2023 8.50%, 09/01/2027(b) | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 996,957 | |
New Hope Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. (Morningside Ministries Obligated Group) Series 2020 5.00%, 01/01/2055 | | | 100 | | | | 79,624 | |
Series 2022 4.00%, 01/01/2047 | | | 100 | | | | 69,256 | |
5.00%, 01/01/2057 | | | 200 | | | | 154,539 | |
New Hope Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. (Outlook at Windhaven Forefront Living Obligated Group) Series 2022 6.875%, 10/01/2057 | | | 1,000 | | | | 901,823 | |
Port Beaumont Navigation District (Jefferson Railport Terminal II LLC) Series 2020 4.00%, 01/01/2050(b) | | | 100 | | | | 71,171 | |
Series 2021 2.625%, 01/01/2031(b) | | | 300 | | | | 238,029 | |
Tarrant County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. (Edgemere Retirement Senior Quality Lifestyles Corp.) Series 2015-A 5.00%, 11/15/2025(c)(d) | | | 675 | | | | 270,000 | |
Tarrant County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. (Stayton at Museum Way) Series 2020-A 5.75%, 12/01/2054(c)(d) | | | 456 | | | | 296,492 | |
Texas Municipal Gas Acquisition & Supply Corp. III (Macquarie Group Ltd.) Series 2021 5.00%, 12/15/2029 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,047,275 | |
Texas Transportation Commission State Highway 249 System Series 2019 5.00%, 08/01/2057 | | | 1,000 | | | | 998,224 | |
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| | | | | | | 18,133,025 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Utah – 0.5% | |
City of Salt Lake City UT Airport Revenue Series 2018-A 5.00%, 07/01/2048(h) | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,026,131 | |
Military Installation Development Authority Series 2021-A 4.00%, 06/01/2052 | | | 500 | | | | 359,962 | |
Utah Infrastructure Agency Series 2022 5.00%, 10/15/2046 | | | 1,000 | | | | 944,975 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,331,068 | |
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Vermont – 0.1% | |
Vermont Economic Development Authority (Casella Waste Systems, Inc.) Series 2022 5.00%, 06/01/2052(b) | | | 500 | | | | 501,176 | |
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Virginia – 3.1% | |
Align Affordable Housing Bond Fund LP (Park Landing LP) Series 2022-2 5.66%, 08/01/2052 | | | 375 | | | | 358,798 | |
Atlantic Park Community Development Authority (Atlantic Park Community Development Authority District ) Series 2023 6.25%, 08/01/2045(b) | | | 615 | | | | 584,510 | |
Halifax County Industrial Development Authority (Virginia Electric and Power Co.) Series 2022 1.65%, 12/01/2041 | | | 2,000 | | | | 1,939,372 | |
Henrico County Economic Development Authority (Westminster-Canterbury Corp. Obligated Group) Series 2022 5.00%, 10/01/2047 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,027,618 | |
Tobacco Settlement Financing Corp./VA Series 2007-B1 5.00%, 06/01/2047 | | | 165 | | | | 154,681 | |
Virginia College Building Authority (Marymount University) Series 2015-A 5.00%, 07/01/2045(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 947,355 | |
Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (95 Express Lanes LLC) Series 2022 4.00%, 01/01/2048 | | | 1,000 | | | | 863,305 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (Elizabeth River Crossings OpCo LLC) Series 2022 4.00%, 01/01/2034 | | $ | 2,000 | | | $ | 2,005,583 | |
Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (P3 VB Holdings LLC) Series 2023 8.50%, 12/01/2052(b) | | | 430 | | | | 409,096 | |
Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (Pure Salmon Virginia, LLC) Series 2022 3.50%, 11/01/2052 | | | 4,000 | | | | 3,988,389 | |
Virginia Small Business Financing Authority (Total Fiber Recovery @ Chesapeake LLC) Series 2022 7.677% (SOFR + 5.50%), 06/01/2029(a)(b) | | | 530 | | | | 510,688 | |
8.50%, 06/01/2042(b) | | | 615 | | | | 573,936 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 13,363,331 | |
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Washington – 1.7% | |
Pend Oreille County Public Utility District No. 1 Box Canyon Series 2018 5.00%, 01/01/2044 | | | 280 | | | | 286,062 | |
Port of Seattle WA Series 2015-C 5.00%, 04/01/2033 | | | 510 | | | | 517,238 | |
Series 2021 4.00%, 08/01/2040 | | | 1,000 | | | | 961,669 | |
Spokane County School District No. 81 Spokane Series 2012 3.00%, 12/01/2031 | | | 1,000 | | | | 987,117 | |
Washington Economic Development Finance Authority (Mura Cascade ELP LLC) Series 2022 3.90%, 12/01/2042(b) | | | 2,500 | | | | 2,492,663 | |
Washington State Convention Center Public Facilities District (Washington State Convention Center Public Facilities District Hotel Occupancy Tax) Series 2021 4.00%, 07/01/2031 | | | 235 | | | | 226,917 | |
Washington State Housing Finance Commission (Presbyterian Retirement Communities Northwest Obligated Group) Series 2013 5.25%, 01/01/2043(b)
| | | 1,000 | | | | 855,351 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Series 2019-A 5.00%, 01/01/2055(b) | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 711,765 | |
Washington State Housing Finance Commission (Rockwood Retirement Communities) Series 2014-A 7.375%, 01/01/2044 (Pre-refunded/ETM)(b) | | | 200 | | | | 205,088 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 7,243,870 | |
| | | | | | | | |
West Virginia – 0.2% | |
City of South Charleston WV (City of South Charleston WV South Charleston Park Place Excise Tax District) Series 2022 4.25%, 06/01/2042(b) | | | 250 | | | | 198,220 | |
Monongalia County Commission Excise Tax District Series 2022-A 6.25%, 06/01/2024 | | | 250 | | | | 250,627 | |
Tobacco Settlement Finance Authority/WV (Tobacco Settlement Finance Authority/WV) Series 2020 3.00%, 06/01/2035 | | | 385 | | | | 384,720 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 833,567 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Wisconsin – 3.9% | |
St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin Series 2021 5.00%, 09/30/2041(b) | | | 200 | | | | 151,011 | |
UMA Education, Inc. Series 2019 5.00%, 10/01/2025(b) | | | 100 | | | | 100,198 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2027(b) | | | 130 | | | | 130,147 | |
5.00%, 10/01/2029(b) | | | 100 | | | | 99,833 | |
Wisconsin Center District (Wisconsin Center District Ded Tax) Series 2022 5.25%, 12/15/2061(b) | | | 200 | | | | 201,481 | |
Wisconsin Department of Transportation (Wisconsin Department of Transportation Vehicle Fee Revenue) Series 2024-1 5.00%, 07/01/2029(f) | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,191,190 | |
Wisconsin Health & Educational Facilities Authority (Advocate Aurora Health Obligated Group) Series 2023 5.00%, 08/15/2054 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,057,878 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Wisconsin Health & Educational Facilities Authority (Oakwood Lutheran Senior Ministries Obligated Group) Series 2021 4.00%, 01/01/2047 | | $ | 100 | | | $ | 72,189 | |
4.00%, 01/01/2057 | | | 1,000 | | | | 673,954 | |
Wisconsin Health & Educational Facilities Authority (St. Camillus Health System Obligated Group) Series 2019 5.00%, 11/01/2054 | | | 100 | | | | 75,920 | |
Wisconsin Health & Educational Facilities Authority (St. John’s Communities, Inc. Obligated Group) Series 2022 4.00%, 09/15/2036 | | | 775 | | | | 662,625 | |
4.00%, 09/15/2041 | | | 765 | | | | 621,831 | |
4.00%, 09/15/2045 | | | 650 | | | | 503,027 | |
Wisconsin Housing & Economic Development Authority (Roers Sun Prairie Apartments Owner LLC) Series 2022 4.625%, 03/15/2040(b) | | | 100 | | | | 86,543 | |
Series 2022-A 3.875%, 12/01/2039(b) | | | 460 | | | | 395,345 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority Series 2020 5.00%, 04/01/2050(b) | | | 475 | | | | 439,315 | |
5.00%, 04/01/2050 (Pre-refunded/ETM)(b) | | | 25 | | | | 28,836 | |
Series 2022 6.00%, 02/01/2062(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,010,020 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (21st Century Public Academy) Series 2020 3.75%, 06/01/2030(b) | | | 350 | | | | 312,943 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Catholic Bishop of Chicago (The)) Series 2021 5.75%, 07/25/2041(b) | | | 1,000 | | | | 911,123 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Celanese US Holdings LLC) Series 2016-C 4.30%, 11/01/2030 | | | 100 | | | | 97,930 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (FAH Tree House LLC) Series 2023 6.50%, 08/01/2053(b) | | $ | 500 | | | $ | 498,621 | |
6.625%, 02/01/2046(b) | | | 375 | | | | 348,230 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Gannon University) Series 2017 5.00%, 05/01/2042 | | | 1,315 | | | | 1,292,573 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (KDC Agribusiness LLC) Series 2022 15.00%, 05/15/2023†(i)(j) | | | 600 | | | | 270,000 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.) Series 2023 7.25%, 12/01/2042(b) | | | 265 | | | | 261,627 | |
7.50%, 12/01/2052(b) | | | 160 | | | | 159,607 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Mary’s Woods at Marylhurst, Inc.) Series 2017-A 5.25%, 05/15/2042(b) | | | 130 | | | | 119,158 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (McLemore Resort Manager LLC) Series 2021 4.50%, 06/01/2056(b) | | | 295 | | | | 220,541 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Queens University of Charlotte) Series 2022 5.25%, 03/01/2042 | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,016,051 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Samaritan Housing Foundation Obligated Group) Series 2021 4.00%, 06/01/2056(b) | | | 500 | | | | 331,337 | |
Series 2022 4.00%, 06/01/2049(b) | | | 100 | | | | 69,845 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Southeastern Regional Medical Center Obligated Group) Series 2022 4.00%, 02/01/2034 | | | 1,300 | | | | 1,272,627 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Uwharrie Charter Academy) Series 2022 5.00%, 06/15/2062(b) | | | 500 | | | | 424,227 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (Washoe Barton Medical Clinic) Series 2021 4.00%, 12/01/2051 | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 777,626 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 16,885,409 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Long-Term Municipal Bonds (cost $391,139,582) | | | | | | | 373,678,715 | |
| | | | | |
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Short-Term Municipal Notes – 14.2% | | | | | | | | |
Arizona – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Arizona Industrial Development Authority (Phoenix Children’s Hospital) Series 2019 3.80%, 02/01/2048(k) | | | 635 | | | | 635,000 | |
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Colorado – 1.9% | |
Colorado Educational & Cultural Facilities Authority (Daughters of Israel, Inc.) Series 2006 3.80%, 12/01/2035(k) | | | 2,030 | | | | 2,030,000 | |
Colorado Educational & Cultural Facilities Authority (Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County, Inc.) Series 2008 3.80%, 02/01/2038(k) | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,000,000 | |
Colorado Educational & Cultural Facilities Authority (Mandel Jewish Community Center of Cleveland (The)) Series 2008 3.80%, 09/01/2038(k) | | | 500 | | | | 500,000 | |
3.80%, 09/01/2038(k) | | | 1,445 | | | | 1,445,000 | |
Colorado Educational & Cultural Facilities Authority (Michael Ann Russell Jewish Community Center, Inc.) Series 2012 3.80%, 01/01/2039(k) | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,000,000 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Colorado Health Facilities Authority (Children’s Hospital Colorado Obligated Group) Series 2020 3.80%, 12/01/2052(k) | | $ | 340 | | | $ | 340,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 8,315,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
District of Columbia – 0.7% | |
District of Columbia (MedStar Health Obligated Group) Series 2012-A 3.99%, 08/15/2038(k) | | | 1,020 | | | | 1,020,000 | |
Series 2017-A 3.80%, 08/15/2038(k) | | | 2,050 | | | | 2,050,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,070,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Florida – 1.9% | |
County of Palm Beach FL (Raymond F Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. (The)) Series 2002 3.93%, 07/01/2032(k) | | | 2,650 | | | | 2,650,000 | |
Halifax Hospital Medical Center (Halifax Hospital Medical Center Obligated Group) Series 2010 3.77%, 06/01/2048(k) | | | 2,080 | | | | 2,080,000 | |
Orange County Health Facilities Authority (Nemours Foundation/Florida) Series 2013-B 3.60%, 01/01/2039(k) | | | 3,560 | | | | 3,560,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 8,290,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Idaho – 0.4% | |
Idaho Health Facilities Authority (St Luke’s Health System Ltd. Obligated Group/ID) Series 2018-C 3.72%, 03/01/2048(k) | | | 1,675 | | | | 1,675,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Illinois – 0.8% | |
Illinois Educational Facilities Authority (Lincoln Park Society (The)) Series 1999 3.85%, 01/01/2029(k) | | | 300 | | | | 300,000 | |
Illinois Finance Authority (Illinois College) Series 2005 3.82%, 10/01/2030(k) | | | 1,325 | | | | 1,325,000 | |
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Illinois Finance Authority (Latin School of Chicago (The)) Series 2005-B 3.80%, 08/01/2035(k) | | $ | 385 | | | $ | 385,000 | |
Illinois Finance Authority (University of Chicago Medical Center Obligated Group) Series 2010 3.75%, 08/01/2044(k) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,000,000 | |
Illinois Housing Development Authority (Steadfast Foxview LP) Series 2008 3.97%, 01/01/2041(k) | | | 295 | | | | 295,000 | |
Village of Brookfield IL (Chicago Zoological Society (The)) Series 2008 3.85%, 06/01/2038(k) | | | 275 | | | | 275,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,580,000 | |
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Indiana – 0.5% | |
County of Elkhart IN (Pedcor Investments-2007-CIII LP) Series 2008 3.98%, 09/01/2043(k) | | | 430 | | | | 430,000 | |
Indiana Finance Authority (Parkview Health System Obligated Group) Series 2009D 3.75%, 11/01/2039(k) | | | 1,900 | | | | 1,900,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,330,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Iowa – 0.3% | |
Iowa Finance Authority (Iowa Health System Obligated Group) Series 2018 3.65%, 02/15/2041(k) | | | 1,405 | | | | 1,405,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Kentucky – 0.1% | |
Louisville/Jefferson County Metropolitan Government (Norton Healthcare Obligated Group) Series 2016-A 4.00%, 10/01/2039(k) | | | 235 | | | | 235,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Louisiana – 0.9% | |
Louisiana Public Facilities Authority (CHRISTUS Health Obligated Group) Series 2009 3.72%, 07/01/2047(k) | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,000,000 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
3.80%, 07/01/2047(k) | | $ | 2,055 | | | $ | 2,055,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 4,055,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Maryland – 0.5% | |
Maryland Health & Higher Educational Facilities Authority Series 2014-A 3.70%, 04/01/2035(k) | | | 2,300 | | | | 2,300,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Massachusetts – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Massachusetts Development Finance Agency (Trustees of Boston University) Series 2013-U 3.60%, 10/01/2042(k) | | | 1,250 | | | | 1,250,000 | |
Massachusetts Health & Educational Facilities Authority (Baystate Medical Obligated Group) Series 2019-J 3.60%, 07/01/2044(k) | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,000,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,250,000 | |
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Minnesota – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
City of Minneapolis MN (Fairview Health Services Obligated Group) Series 2018 3.75%, 11/15/2048(k) | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,000,000 | |
City of Minneapolis MN (One Ten Grant LP) Series 1989 3.90%, 09/01/2026(k) | | | 470 | | | | 470,000 | |
Midwest Consortium of Municipal Utilities Series 2005-B 3.82%, 10/01/2035(k) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,000,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,470,000 | |
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New Jersey – 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Essex County Improvement Authority (Jewish Community Center of MetroWest, Inc.) Series 2005 3.90%, 07/01/2025(k) | | | 2,165 | | | | 2,165,000 | |
New Jersey Health Care Facilities Financing Authority (AHS Hospital Corp.) Series 2008-C 3.82%, 07/01/2036(k) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,000,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,165,000 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S.��$ Value | |
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New York – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
New York City Health and Hospitals Corp. Series 2008-B 3.88%, 02/15/2031(k) | | $ | 750 | | | $ | 750,000 | |
New York City Housing Development Corp. (2 Gold LLC) Series 2008-A 3.89%, 04/15/2036(k) | | | 900 | | | | 900,000 | |
New York City Housing Development Corp. (BCRE-90 West Street LLC) Series 2006-A 3.70%, 03/15/2036(k) | | | 355 | | | | 355,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,005,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Ohio – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Columbus Regional Airport Authority Series 2005 3.85%, 07/01/2035(k) | | | 1,465 | | | | 1,465,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Oregon – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Oregon State Facilities Authority (PeaceHealth Obligated Group) Series 2018-A 3.72%, 08/01/2034(k) | | | 900 | | | | 900,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Pennsylvania – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Emmaus General Authority Series 2009-A 3.84%, 03/01/2030(k) | | | 500 | | | | 500,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Rhode Island – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Rhode Island Health and Educational Building Corp. (Roger Williams University) Series 2012-B 3.85%, 11/15/2038(k) | | | 1,675 | | | | 1,675,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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South Carolina – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
South Carolina Jobs-Economic Development Authority (PSG Patriot’s Place Apartments LLC) Series 2022 6.00%, 06/01/2023 | | | 235 | | | | 234,481 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Texas – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Harris County Cultural Education Facilities Finance Corp. (JPMorgan Securities LLC) Series B-2 3.00%, 05/02/2023 | | | 1,000 | | | | 999,854 | |
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Virginia – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Loudoun County Economic Development Authority (Jack Kent Cooke Foundation) Series 2004 3.87%, 06/01/2034(k) | | $ | 2,050 | | | $ | 2,050,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Washington – 1.2% | | | | | | | | |
Port of Tacoma WA Series 2019-B 3.90%, 12/01/2044(k) | | | 2,350 | | | | 2,350,000 | |
Washington State Housing Finance Commission (Panorama/United States) Series 2008 3.90%, 04/01/2043(k) | | | 2,575 | | | | 2,575,000 | |
Washington State Housing Finance Commission (West Valley Nursing Homes, Inc.) Series 2000 2.85%, 10/01/2031(k) | | | 250 | | | | 250,000 | |
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| | | | | | | 5,175,000 | |
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Wisconsin – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Wisconsin Health & Educational Facilities Authority (Medical College of Wisconsin, Inc.) Series 2008-B 3.72%, 12/01/2033(k) | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,000,000 | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (KDC Agribusiness LLC) Series 2023 15.00%, 05/15/2023†(i)(j) | | | 175 | | | | 78,750 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,078,750 | |
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Total Short-Term Municipal Notes (cost $61,954,950) | | | | | | | 61,858,085 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Total Municipal Obligations (cost $453,094,532) | | | | | | | 435,536,800 | |
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COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES – 1.3% | | | | | | | | |
Agency CMBS – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Arizona Industrial Development Authority Series 2019-2, Class A 3.625%, 05/20/2033 | | | 192 | | | | 179,739 | |
California Housing Finance Agency Series 2021-2, Class A 3.75%, 03/25/2035 | | | 981 | | | | 966,976 | |
Series 2021-2, Class X 0.844%, 03/25/2035(l) | | | 981 | | | | 51,854 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Series 2021-3, Class A 3.25%, 08/20/2036 | | $ | 245 | | | $ | 223,243 | |
Series 2021-3, Class X 0.789%, 08/20/2036(l) | | | 978 | | | | 52,839 | |
Series 2019-2, Class A 4.00%, 03/20/2033 | | | 151 | | | | 151,164 | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Multifamily VRD Certificates Series 2022-ML13, Class XUS 1.003%, 09/25/2036(l) | | | 1,192 | | | | 84,964 | |
Washington State Housing Finance Commission Series 2021-1, Class A 3.50%, 12/20/2035 | | | 277 | | | | 260,046 | |
Series 2021-1, Class X 0.726%, 12/20/2035(l) | | | 973 | | | | 47,385 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,018,210 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Non-Agency Fixed Rate CMBS – 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
National Finance Authority Series 2022-2, Class X 0.696%, 10/01/2036(l) | | | 993 | | | | 50,303 | |
New Hampshire Business Finance Authority Series 2020-1, Class A 4.125%, 01/20/2034 | | | 205 | | | | 200,533 | |
Series 2022-1, Class A 4.375%, 09/20/2036 | | | 1,979 | | | | 1,949,214 | |
Series 2022-2, Class A 4.00%, 10/20/2036 | | | 993 | | | | 944,434 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,144,484 | |
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Non-Agency Floating Rate CMBS – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
BAMLL Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2017-SCH, Class AF 5.948% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.00%), 11/15/2033(a)(b) | | | 250 | | | | 238,322 | |
DBWF Mortgage Trust Series 2018-GLKS, Class A 6.081% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.13%), 12/19/2030(a)(b) | | | 275 | | | | 269,991 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 508,313 | |
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Total Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (cost $5,793,561) | | | | | | | 5,671,007 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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CORPORATES - INVESTMENT GRADE – 1.0% | | | | | | | | |
Financial Institutions – 0.7% | | | | | | | | |
Banking – 0.4% | | | | | | | | |
Bank of New York Mellon Corp. (The) Series H 3.70%, 03/20/2026(m) | | | 100 | | | | 88,781 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Citigroup, Inc. 7.375%, 05/15/2028(m) | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 988,120 | |
Comerica, Inc. 5.625%, 07/01/2025(m) | | | 100 | | | | 84,997 | |
Fifth Third Bancorp Series L 4.50%, 09/30/2025(m) | | | 100 | | | | 89,034 | |
Huntington Bancshares, Inc./OH Series F 5.625%, 07/15/2030(m) | | | 100 | | | | 89,851 | |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. Series Q 8.549% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.25%), 08/01/2023(a)(m) | | | 350 | | | | 348,667 | |
Truist Financial Corp. Series Q 5.10%, 03/01/2030(m) | | | 100 | | | | 88,427 | |
Wells Fargo & Co. Series BB 3.90%, 03/15/2026(m) | | | 100 | | | | 87,097 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,864,974 | |
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Finance – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Air Lease Corp. 3.625%, 04/01/2027 | | | 600 | | | | 563,544 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Insurance – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Centene Corp. 4.25%, 12/15/2027 | | | 232 | | | | 221,725 | |
Prudential Financial, Inc. 5.625%, 06/15/2043 | | | 215 | | | | 214,619 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 436,344 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,864,862 | |
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Industrial – 0.3% | | | | | | | | |
Consumer Cyclical - Entertainment – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
YMCA of Greater New York 2.303%, 08/01/2026 | | | 1,000 | | | | 905,920 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Las Vegas Sands Corp. 3.20%, 08/08/2024 | | | 600 | | | | 580,512 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 1,486,432 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Corporates - Investment Grade (cost $4,646,978) | | | | | | | 4,351,294 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
CORPORATES - NON-INVESTMENT GRADE – 0.9% | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 0.8% | | | | | | | | |
Communications - Media – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
CCO Holdings LLC/CCO Holdings Capital Corp. 4.25%, 01/15/2034(b) | | $ | 309 | | | $ | 236,567 | |
DISH DBS Corp. 5.25%, 12/01/2026(b) | | | 240 | | | | 183,182 | |
5.75%, 12/01/2028(b) | | | 250 | | | | 178,193 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 597,942 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Communications - Telecommunications – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA 5.50%, 08/01/2023(i)(j) | | | 275 | | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Consumer Cyclical - Entertainment – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
Carnival Corp. 4.00%, 08/01/2028(b) | | | 400 | | | | 346,820 | |
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. 8.25%, 01/15/2029(b) | | | 725 | | | | 761,504 | |
Wild Rivers Water Park 8.50%, 11/01/2051(i) | | | 1,225 | | | | 941,569 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,049,893 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.2% | | | | | | | | |
Medline Borrower LP 3.875%, 04/01/2029(b) | | | 350 | | | | 306,176 | |
Newell Brands, Inc. 4.70%, 04/01/2026(e) | | | 173 | | | | 165,205 | |
4.875%, 06/01/2025 | | | 18 | | | | 17,532 | |
Tower Health Series 2020 4.451%, 02/01/2050 | | | 400 | | | | 180,068 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 668,981 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Trousdale Issuer LLC Series A 6.50%, 04/01/2025(c)(d)(i) | | | 200 | | | | 70,000 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 3,386,816 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Utility – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Vistra Corp. 7.00%, 12/15/2026(b)(m) | | | 225 | | | | 202,151 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Financial Institutions – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Banking – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
UMB Financial Corp. 10.00%, 01/01/2049(i)(j) | | $ | 89 | | | $ | 88,727 | |
10.00%, 01/01/2049(i)(j) | | | 63 | | | | 63,422 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 152,149 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Corporates - Non-Investment Grade (cost $4,266,163) | | | | | | | 3,741,116 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES – 0.6% | | | | | | | | |
Autos - Fixed Rate – 0.5% | | | | | | | | |
CPS Auto Receivables Trust Series 2021-B, Class C 1.23%, 03/15/2027(b) | | | 249 | | | | 244,386 | |
Lendbuzz Securitization Trust Series 2023-1A, Class A2 6.92%, 08/15/2028(b) | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,003,409 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 2,247,795 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Other ABS - Fixed Rate – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Affirm Asset Securitization Trust Series 2021-Z1, Class A 1.07%, 08/15/2025(b) | | | 86 | | | | 83,157 | |
Domino’s Pizza Master Issuer LLC Series 2021-1A, Class A2I 2.662%, 04/25/2051(b) | | | 196 | | | | 169,321 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | 252,478 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Asset-Backed Securities (cost $2,530,644) | | | | | | | 2,500,273 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Risk Share Floating Rate – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association Connecticut Avenue Securities Series 2014-C01, Class M2 9.42% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.40%), 01/25/2024(a) | | | 75 | | | | 75,817 | |
Series 2014-C03, Class 2M2 7.92% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.90%), 07/25/2024(a) | | | 26 | | | | 26,492 | |
Series 2015-C02, Class 1M2 9.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 05/25/2025(a) | | | 31 | | | | 32,402 | |
Series 2016-C01, Class 1M2 11.77% (LIBOR 1 Month + 6.75%), 08/25/2028(a) | | | 78 | | | | 84,212 | |
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| | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Series 2016-C02, Class 1M2 11.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 6.00%), 09/25/2028(a) | | $ | 89 | | | $ | 94,087 | |
Series 2017-C04, Class 2M2 7.87% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.85%), 11/25/2029(a) | | | 172 | | | | 174,283 | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | |
Total Collateralized Mortgage Obligations (cost $469,364) | | | | | | | 487,293 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
CLO - Floating Rate – 0.1% | | | | | | | | |
THL Credit Wind River CLO Ltd. Series 2014-2A, Class AR 6.40% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.14%), 01/15/2031(a)(b) (cost $228,557) | | | 229 | | | | 225,310 | |
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COMMON STOCKS – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Communication Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Diversified Telecommunication Services – 0.0% | | | | | | | | |
Intelsat Emergence SA(d)(l) | | | 2,571 | | | | 63,794 | |
Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA(d)(i)(j) | | | 538 | | | | – 0 | – |
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Total Common Stocks (cost $219,617) | | | | | | | 63,794 | |
| | | | | | | | |
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Total Investments – 104.2% (cost $471,249,416) | | | | | | | 452,576,887 | |
Other assets less liabilities – (4.2)% | | | | | | | (18,185,293 | ) |
| | | | | | | | |
| | |
Net Assets – 100.0% | | | | | | $ | 434,391,594 | |
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CENTRALLY CLEARED CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
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Description | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Sale Contracts | |
CDX-NAHY Series 40, 5 Year Index, 06/20/2028* | | | 5.00 | % | | | Quarterly | | | | 4.65 | % | | USD | 5,000 | | | $ | 97,931 | | | $ | 40,415 | | | $ | 57,516 | |
CDX-NAIG Series 40, 5 Year Index, 06/20/2028* | | | 1.00 | | | | Quarterly | | | | 0.76 | | | USD | 15,000 | | | | 185,290 | | | | 77,255 | | | | 108,035 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 283,221 | | | $ | 117,670 | | | $ | 165,551 | |
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CENTRALLY CLEARED INFLATION (CPI) SWAPS (see Note D)
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| | | | | | | Rate Type | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | Payments made by the Fund | | Payments received by the Fund | | Payment Frequency Paid/ Received | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
USD | | | 1,180 | | | 01/15/2025 | | 4.028% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | $ | 35,993 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 35,993 | |
USD | | | 4,860 | | | 01/15/2026 | | 3.765% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | | 134,449 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 134,449 | |
USD | | | 3,030 | | | 01/15/2027 | | CPI# | | 3.323% | | | Maturity | | | | (127,888 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (127,888 | ) |
USD | | | 2,760 | | | 01/15/2027 | | CPI# | | 3.466% | | | Maturity | | | | (91,892 | ) | | | (2,789 | ) | | | (89,103 | ) |
USD | | | 1,340 | | | 01/15/2027 | | CPI# | | 3.320% | | | Maturity | | | | (56,807 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (56,807 | ) |
USD | | | 1,110 | | | 01/15/2028 | | 1.230% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | | 198,851 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 198,851 | |
USD | | | 650 | | | 01/15/2028 | | 0.735% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | | 139,999 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 139,999 | |
USD | | | 4,600 | | | 01/15/2029 | | CPI# | | 3.390% | | | Maturity | | | | (96,098 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (96,098 | ) |
USD | | | 3,720 | | | 01/15/2029 | | CPI# | | 3.331% | | | Maturity | | | | (96,089 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (96,089 | ) |
USD | | | 1,680 | | | 01/15/2030 | | 1.714% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | | 265,450 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 265,450 | |
USD | | | 1,680 | | | 01/15/2030 | | 1.731% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | | 262,764 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 262,764 | |
USD | | | 1,600 | | | 01/15/2030 | | 1.585% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | | 272,101 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 272,101 | |
USD | | | 525 | | | 01/15/2030 | | 1.572% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | | 89,917 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 89,917 | |
USD | | | 525 | | | 01/15/2030 | | 1.587% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | | 89,185 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 89,185 | |
USD | | | 1,650 | | | 01/15/2031 | | 2.782% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | | 107,555 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 107,555 | |
USD | | | 1,380 | | | 01/15/2031 | | 2.680% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | | 103,998 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 103,998 | |
USD | | | 1,100 | | | 01/15/2031 | | 2.601% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | | 91,498 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 91,498 | |
USD | | | 920 | | | 01/15/2031 | | 2.989% | | CPI# | | | Maturity | | | | 40,758 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 40,758 | |
USD | | | 1,990 | | | 01/15/2032 | | CPI# | | 3.448% | | | Maturity | | | | 28,206 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 28,206 | |
USD | | | 1,420 | | | 01/15/2032 | | CPI# | | 3.064% | | | Maturity | | | | (42,712 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (42,712 | ) |
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| | | | | | $ | 1,349,238 | | | $ | (2,789 | ) | | $ | 1,352,027 | |
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# | Variable interest rate based on the rate of inflation as determined by the Consumer Price Index (CPI). |
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CENTRALLY CLEARED INTEREST RATE SWAPS (see Note D)
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| | | | | | | | Rate Type | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | | Payments made by the Fund | | Payments received by the Fund | | Payment Frequency Paid/ Received | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
USD | | | 11,300 | | | | 01/15/2027 | | | 1 Day SOFR | | 4.014% | | Annual | | $ | 182,833 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 182,833 | |
USD | | | 5,000 | | | | 04/15/2028 | | | 1 Day SOFR | | 3.616% | | Annual | | | 60,380 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 60,380 | |
USD | | | 9,300 | | | | 04/20/2028 | | | 1 Day SOFR | | 3.225% | | Annual | | | (49,328 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (49,328 | ) |
USD | | | 7,500 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | 2.528% | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 388,328 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 388,328 | |
USD | | | 5,000 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | 2.881% | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 121,484 | | | | 746 | | | | 120,738 | |
USD | | | 5,000 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | 3.065% | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 50,253 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 50,253 | |
USD | | | 5,000 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | 3.067% | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 49,476 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 49,476 | |
USD | | | 4,300 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | 2.850% | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 114,887 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 114,887 | |
USD | | | 4,000 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | 2.473% | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 224,048 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 224,048 | |
USD | | | 1,600 | | | | 04/15/2032 | | | 3.069% | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | | 15,521 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 15,521 | |
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| | | | $ | 1,157,882 | | | $ | 746 | | | $ | 1,157,136 | |
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CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
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Swap Counterparty & Referenced Obligation | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Sale Contracts | |
Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. | |
CDX-CMBX.NA. BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | % | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | % | | | USD | | | | 295 | | | $ | (60,829 | ) | | $ | (32,443 | ) | | $ | (28,386 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA. BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 572 | | | | (118,114 | ) | | | (69,204 | ) | | | (48,910 | ) |
Credit Suisse International | |
CDX-CMBX.NA. BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 572 | | | | (118,114 | ) | | | (70,409 | ) | | | (47,705 | ) |
JPMorgan Securities, LLC | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.A Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 2.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 1,057 | | | | (170,305 | ) | | | 16,192 | | | | (186,497 | ) |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (467,362 | ) | | $ | (155,864 | ) | | $ | (311,498 | ) |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
INTEREST RATE SWAPS (see Note D)
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| | | Rate Type | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Swap Counterparty | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | | Payments made by the Fund | | | Payments received by the Fund | | | Payment Frequency Paid Received | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Citibank, NA | | | USD | | | | 2,000 | | | | 01/10/2024 | | | | SIFMA* | | | | 2.980% | | | | Maturity | | | $ | 41,175 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 41,175 | |
Citibank, NA | | | USD | | | | 2,000 | | | | 03/18/2024 | | | | SIFMA* | | | | 2.950% | | | | Maturity | | | | 22,592 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 22,592 | |
Citibank, NA | | | USD | | | | 2,000 | | | | 04/11/2024 | | | | SIFMA* | | | | 2.680% | | | | Maturity | | | | (32,718 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (32,718 | ) |
Citibank, NA | | | USD | | | | 2,220 | | | | 10/09/2029 | | | | 1.125% | | | | SIFMA* | | | | Quarterly | | | | 208,798 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 208,798 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC | | | USD | | | | 2,000 | | | | 05/15/2023 | | | | SIFMA* | | | | 3.400% | | | | Maturity | | | | 199,117 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 199,117 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC | | | USD | | | | 3,000 | | | | 03/15/2024 | | | | SIFMA* | | | | 3.000% | | | | Maturity | | | | 49,979 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 49,979 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC | | | USD | | | | 2,000 | | | | 03/25/2024 | | | | SIFMA* | | | | 2.750% | | | | Maturity | | | | (16,952 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (16,952 | ) |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | 471,991 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 471,991 | |
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(a) | Floating Rate Security. Stated interest/floor/ceiling rate was in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(b) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities are considered restricted, but liquid and may be resold in transactions exempt from registration. At April 30, 2023, the aggregate market value of these securities amounted to $78,899,957 or 18.2% of net assets. |
(d) | Non-income producing security. |
(e) | Coupon rate adjusts periodically based upon a predetermined schedule. Stated interest rate in effect at April��30, 2023. |
(f) | When-Issued or delayed delivery security. |
(g) | Restricted and illiquid security. |
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Restricted & Illiquid Securities | | Acquisition Date | | | Cost | | | Market Value | | | Percentage of Net Assets | |
Louisiana Public Facilities Authority (Louisiana Pellets, Inc.) Series 2014-A 7.50%, 07/01/2023 | | | 07/31/2014 | | | $ | 173,772 | | | $ | 2 | | | | 0.00 | % |
(h) | Security represents the underlying municipal obligation of an inverse floating rate obligation held by the Fund (see Note I). |
(i) | Security in which significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) were used in determining fair value. |
(j) | Fair valued by the Adviser. |
(k) | Variable Rate Demand Notes are instruments whose interest rates change on a specific date (such as coupon date or interest payment date) or whose interest rates vary with changes in a designated base rate (such as the prime interest rate). This instrument is payable on demand and is secured by letters of credit or other credit support agreements from major banks. |
(m) | Securities are perpetual and, thus, do not have a predetermined maturity date. The date shown, if applicable, reflects the next call date. |
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† | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities, which represent 0.08% of net assets as of April 30, 2023, are considered illiquid and restricted. Additional information regarding such securities follows: |
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144A/Restricted & Illiquid Securities | | Acquisition Date | | | Cost | | | Market Value | | | Percentage of Net Asset | |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (KDC Agribusiness LLC) Series 2022 15.00%, 05/15/2023 | | | 11/10/2022 | | | $ | 600,000 | | | $ | 270,000 | | | | 0.06 | % |
Wisconsin Public Finance Authority (KDC Agribusiness LLC) Series 2022 15.00%, 05/15/2023 | | | 03/16/2023 | | | | 175,000 | | | | 78,750 | | | | 0.02 | % |
As of April 30, 2023, the Fund’s percentages of investments in municipal bonds that are insured and in insured municipal bonds that have been pre-refunded or escrowed to maturity are 2.5% and 0.0%, respectively.
Glossary:
ABS – Asset-Backed Securities
AGC – Assured Guaranty Corporation
AGM – Assured Guaranty Municipal
BAM – Build American Mutual
CCRC – Congregate Care Retirement Center
CDX-CMBX.NA – North American Commercial Mortgage-Backed Index
CDX-NAHY – North American High Yield Credit Default Swap Index
CDX-NAIG – North American Investment Grade Credit Default Swap Index
CLO – Collateralized Loan Obligations
CMBS – Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities
COP – Certificate of Participation
CPI – Consumer Price Index
ETM – Escrowed to Maturity
FHLMC – Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
ID – Improvement District
LIBOR – London Interbank Offered Rate
MUNIPSA – SIFMA Municipal Swap Index
SOFR – Secured Overnight Financing Rate
UPMC – University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Assets | | | | |
Investments in securities, at value (cost $471,249,416) | | $ | 452,576,887 | |
Cash | | | 900,979 | |
Cash collateral due from broker | | | 2,734,920 | |
Interest receivable | | | 5,164,636 | |
Receivable for capital stock sold | | | 1,824,805 | |
Unrealized appreciation on interest rate swaps | | | 521,661 | |
Receivable for investment securities sold | | | 111,000 | |
Affiliated dividends receivable | | | 7,659 | |
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Total assets | | | 463,842,547 | |
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Liabilities | | | | |
Payable for investment securities purchased | | | 16,966,237 | |
Payable for floating rate notes issued(a) | | | 9,600,000 | |
Payable for capital stock redeemed | | | 1,473,122 | |
Cash collateral due to broker | | | 560,000 | |
Market value on credit default swaps (net premiums received $155,864) | | | 467,362 | |
Advisory fee payable | | | 111,376 | |
Payable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 65,238 | |
Unrealized depreciation on interest rate swaps | | | 49,670 | |
Administrative fee payable | | | 29,261 | |
Distribution fee payable | | | 13,507 | |
Directors’ fees payable | | | 1,695 | |
Transfer Agent fee payable | | | 822 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 112,663 | |
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Total liabilities | | | 29,450,953 | |
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Net Assets | | $ | 434,391,594 | |
| | | | |
Composition of Net Assets | | | | |
Capital stock, at par | | $ | 41,532 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 458,329,656 | |
Accumulated loss | | | (23,979,594 | ) |
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Net Assets | | $ | 434,391,594 | |
| | | | |
Net Asset Value Per Share—21 billion shares of capital stock authorized, $.001 par value
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Class | | Net Assets | | | Shares Outstanding | | | Net Asset Value | |
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A | | $ | 41,821,609 | | | | 3,998,464 | | | $ | 10.46 | * |
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C | | $ | 7,260,669 | | | | 694,182 | | | $ | 10.46 | |
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Advisor | | $ | 385,309,316 | | | | 36,838,895 | | | $ | 10.46 | |
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* | The maximum offering price per share for Class A shares was $10.79 which reflects a sales charge of 3.00%. |
(a) | Represents short-term floating rate certificates issued by tender option bond trusts (see Note I). |
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
| | | | | | | | |
Investment Income | | | | | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 7,638,531 | | | | | |
Dividends—Affiliated issuers | | | 234,808 | | | | | |
Other income | | | 2,000 | | | $ | 7,875,339 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Expenses | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fee (see Note B) | | | 855,052 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class A | | | 49,604 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class C | | | 34,411 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class A | | | 7,531 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class C | | | 1,311 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Advisor Class | | | 63,166 | | | | | |
Administrative | | | 46,566 | | | | | |
Registration fees | | | 57,564 | | | | | |
Custody and accounting | | | 53,472 | | | | | |
Audit and tax | | | 27,667 | | | | | |
Legal | | | 19,446 | | | | | |
Printing | | | 17,225 | | | | | |
Directors’ fees | | | 10,723 | | | | | |
Miscellaneous | | | 8,639 | | | | | |
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Total expenses before interest/bank overdraft expense | | | 1,252,377 | | | | | |
Interest/bank overdraft expense | | | 191,850 | | | | | |
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Total expenses | | | 1,444,227 | | | | | |
Less: expenses waived and reimbursed by the Adviser (see Note B) | | | (223,863 | ) | | | | |
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Net expenses | | | | | | | 1,220,364 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | | | | | | 6,654,975 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investment Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net realized loss on: | | | | | | | | |
Investment transactions | | | | | | | (5,399,858 | ) |
Swaps | | | | | | | (131,371 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of: | | | | | | | | |
Investments | | | | | | | 23,635,456 | |
Swaps | | | | | | | 912,987 | |
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Net gain on investment transactions | | | | | | | 19,017,214 | |
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Net Increase in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | $ | 25,672,189 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
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| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | $ | 6,654,975 | | | $ | 6,134,313 | |
Net realized loss on investment transactions | | | (5,531,229 | ) | | | (1,736,491 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments | | | 24,548,443 | | | | (45,638,438 | ) |
Contributions from Affiliates (see Note B) | | | – 0 | – | | | 23,865 | |
| | | | | | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations | | | 25,672,189 | | | | (41,216,751 | ) |
Distributions to Shareholders | | | | | | | | |
Class A | | | (702,583 | ) | | | (573,228 | ) |
Class C | | | (95,865 | ) | | | (79,387 | ) |
Advisor Class | | | (6,314,255 | ) | | | (5,641,767 | ) |
Capital Stock Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net increase | | | 104,787,130 | | | | 161,243,946 | |
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Total increase | | | 123,346,616 | | | | 113,732,813 | |
Net Assets | | | | | | | | |
Beginning of period | | | 311,044,978 | | | | 197,312,165 | |
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End of period | | $ | 434,391,594 | | | $ | 311,044,978 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
NOTE A
Significant Accounting Policies
AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 as an open-end management investment company. The Company, which is a Maryland corporation, operates as a series company comprised of 10 portfolios currently in operation. Each portfolio is considered to be a separate entity for financial reporting and tax purposes. This report relates only to the AB Tax-Aware Fixed Income Opportunities Portfolio (the “Fund”), a diversified portfolio. The Fund has authorized the issuance of Class A, Class B, Class C, Advisor Class, Class T, Class 1 and Class 2 shares. Class B, Class T, Class 1 and Class 2 shares have not been issued. Class A shares are sold with a front-end sales charge of up to 3% for purchases not exceeding $500,000. With respect to purchases of $500,000 or more, Class A shares redeemed within one year of purchase may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1%. Class C shares are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1% on redemptions made within the first year after purchase, and 0% after the first year of purchase. Effective May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically convert to Class A shares eight years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Prior to May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically converted to Class A shares 10 years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Advisor Class shares are sold without any initial or contingent deferred sales charge and are not subject to ongoing distribution expenses. All seven classes of shares have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights, except that the classes bear different distribution and transfer agency expenses. Each class has exclusive voting rights with respect to its distribution plan. The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The Fund is an investment company under U.S. GAAP and follows the accounting and reporting guidance applicable to investment companies. The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund.
1. Security Valuation
Portfolio securities are valued at market value determined on the basis of market quotations or, if market quotations are not readily available or are unreliable, at “fair value” as determined in accordance with procedures approved by and under the oversight of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”). Pursuant to these procedures, AllianceBernstein L.P. (the “Adviser”) serves as the Fund’s valuation designee pursuant to Rule 2a-5
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of the 1940 Act. In this capacity, the Adviser is responsible, among other things, for making all fair value determinations relating to the Fund’s portfolio investments, subject to the Board’s oversight.
In general, the market values of securities which are readily available and deemed reliable are determined as follows: securities listed on a national securities exchange (other than securities listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market, Inc. (“NASDAQ”)) or on a foreign securities exchange are valued at the last sale price at the close of the exchange or foreign securities exchange. If there has been no sale on such day, the securities are valued at the last traded price from the previous day. Securities listed on more than one exchange are valued by reference to the principal exchange on which the securities are traded; securities listed only on NASDAQ are valued in accordance with the NASDAQ Official Closing Price; listed or over the counter (“OTC”) market put or call options are valued at the mid level between the current bid and ask prices. If either a current bid or current ask price is unavailable, the Adviser will have discretion to determine the best valuation (e.g., last trade price in the case of listed options); open futures are valued using the closing settlement price or, in the absence of such a price, the most recent quoted bid price. If there are no quotations available for the day of valuation, the last available closing settlement price is used; U.S. Government securities and any other debt instruments having 60 days or less remaining until maturity are generally valued at market by an independent pricing vendor, if a market price is available. If a market price is not available, the securities are valued at amortized cost. This methodology is commonly used for short term securities that have an original maturity of 60 days or less, as well as short term securities that had an original term to maturity that exceeded 60 days. In instances when amortized cost is utilized, the Valuation Committee (the “Committee”) must reasonably conclude that the utilization of amortized cost is approximately the same as the fair value of the security. Factors the Committee will consider include, but are not limited to, an impairment of the creditworthiness of the issuer or material changes in interest rates. Fixed-income securities, including mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, may be valued on the basis of prices provided by a pricing service or at a price obtained from one or more of the major broker-dealers. In cases where broker-dealer quotes are obtained, the Adviser may establish procedures whereby changes in market yields or spreads are used to adjust, on a daily basis, a recently obtained quoted price on a security. Swaps and other derivatives are valued daily, primarily using independent pricing services, independent pricing models using market inputs, as well as third party broker-dealers or counterparties. Open-end mutual funds are valued at the closing net asset value per share, while exchange traded funds are valued at the closing market price per share.
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Securities for which market quotations are not readily available (including restricted securities) or are deemed unreliable are valued at fair value as deemed appropriate by the Adviser. Factors considered in making this determination may include, but are not limited to, information obtained by contacting the issuer, analysts, analysis of the issuer’s financial statements or other available documents. In addition, the Fund may use fair value pricing for securities primarily traded in non-U.S. markets because most foreign markets close well before the Fund values its securities at 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time. The earlier close of these foreign markets gives rise to the possibility that significant events, including broad market moves, may have occurred in the interim and may materially affect the value of those securities. To account for this, the Fund generally values many of its foreign equity securities using fair value prices based on third party vendor modeling tools to the extent available.
2. Fair Value Measurements
In accordance with U.S. GAAP regarding fair value measurements, fair value is defined as the price that the Fund would receive to sell an asset or pay to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. U.S. GAAP establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and a three-level hierarchy for fair value measurements based upon the transparency of inputs to the valuation of an asset or liability (including those valued based on their market values as described in Note A.1 above). Inputs may be observable or unobservable and refer broadly to the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. Observable inputs reflect the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on market data obtained from sources independent of the Fund. Unobservable inputs reflect the Fund’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on the best information available in the circumstances. Each investment is assigned a level based upon the observability of the inputs which are significant to the overall valuation. The three-tier hierarchy of inputs is summarized below.
| • | | Level 1—quoted prices in active markets for identical investments |
| • | | Level 2—other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar investments, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.) |
| • | | Level 3—significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments) |
The fair value of debt instruments, such as bonds, and over-the-counter derivatives is generally based on market price quotations, recently executed market transactions (where observable) or industry recognized modeling techniques and are generally classified as Level 2. Pricing vendor
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inputs to Level 2 valuations may include quoted prices for similar investments in active markets, interest rate curves, coupon rates, currency rates, yield curves, option adjusted spreads, default rates, credit spreads and other unique security features in order to estimate the relevant cash flows which are then discounted to calculate fair values. If these inputs are unobservable and significant to the fair value, these investments will be classified as Level 3.
Valuations of mortgage-backed or other asset-backed securities, by pricing vendors, are based on both proprietary and industry recognized models and discounted cash flow techniques. Significant inputs to the valuation of these instruments are value of the collateral, the rates and timing of delinquencies, the rates and timing of prepayments, and default and loss expectations, which are driven in part by housing prices for residential mortgages. Significant inputs are determined based on relative value analyses, which incorporate comparisons to instruments with similar collateral and risk profiles, including relevant indices. Mortgage and asset-backed securities for which management has collected current observable data through pricing services are generally categorized within Level 2. Those investments for which current observable data has not been provided are classified as Level 3.
Other fixed income investments, including non-U.S. government and corporate debt, are generally valued using quoted market prices, if available, which are typically impacted by current interest rates, maturity dates and any perceived credit risk of the issuer. Additionally, in the absence of quoted market prices, these inputs are used by pricing vendors to derive a valuation based upon industry or proprietary models which incorporate issuer specific data with relevant yield/spread comparisons with more widely quoted bonds with similar key characteristics. Those investments for which there are observable inputs are classified as Level 2. Where the inputs are not observable, the investments are classified as Level 3.
The following table summarizes the valuation of the Fund’s investments by the above fair value hierarchy levels as of April 30, 2023:
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| | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Assets: | |
Long-Term Municipal Bonds | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 373,408,715 | | | $ | 270,000 | | | $ | 373,678,715 | |
Short-Term Municipal Notes | | | – 0 | – | | | 61,779,335 | | | | 78,750 | | | | 61,858,085 | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities | | | – 0 | – | | | 5,671,007 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 5,671,007 | |
Corporates—Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,351,294 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 4,351,294 | |
Corporates—Non-Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,577,398 | | | | 1,163,718 | (a) | | | 3,741,116 | |
Asset-Backed Securities | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,500,273 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 2,500,273 | |
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| | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 487,293 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 487,293 | |
Collateralized Loan Obligations | | | – 0 | – | | | 225,310 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 225,310 | |
Common Stocks | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 63,794 | (a) | | | 63,794 | |
Liabilities: | |
Floating Rate Notes(b) | | | (9,600,000 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (9,600,000 | ) |
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Total Investments in Securities | | | (9,600,000 | ) | | | 451,000,625 | | | | 1,576,262 | (a) | | | 442,976,887 | |
Other Financial Instruments(c): | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Assets: | |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 283,221 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 283,221 | (d) |
Centrally Cleared Inflation (CPI) Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,860,724 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,860,724 | (d) |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,207,210 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,207,210 | (d) |
Interest Rate Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 521,661 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 521,661 | |
Liabilities: | |
Centrally Cleared Inflation (CPI) Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (511,486 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (511,486 | )(d) |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (49,328 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (49,328 | )(d) |
Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (467,362 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (467,362 | ) |
Interest Rate Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (49,670 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (49,670 | ) |
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Total | | $ | (9,600,000 | ) | | $ | 453,795,595 | | | $ | 1,576,262 | (a) | | $ | 445,771,857 | |
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(a) | The Fund held securities with zero market value at period end. |
(b) | The Fund may hold liabilities in which the fair value approximates the carrying amount for financial statement purposes. |
(c) | Other financial instruments are derivative instruments, such as futures, forwards and swaps, which are valued at the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on the instrument. Other financial instruments may also include swaps with upfront premiums, written options and written swaptions which are valued at market value. |
(d) | Only variation margin receivable (payable) at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. Where applicable, centrally cleared swaps with upfront premiums are presented here at market value. |
3. Currency Translation
Assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies and commitments under forward currency exchange contracts are translated into U.S. dollars at the mean of the quoted bid and ask prices of such currencies against the U.S. dollar. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities are translated into U.S. dollars at the rates of exchange prevailing when such securities were acquired or sold. Income and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars at rates of exchange prevailing when accrued.
Net realized gain or loss on foreign currency transactions represents foreign exchange gains and losses from sales and maturities of foreign fixed income investments, holding of foreign currencies, currency gains or losses realized between the trade and settlement dates on foreign investment transactions, and the difference between the amounts of dividends,
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued)
interest and foreign withholding taxes recorded on the Fund’s books and the U.S. dollar equivalent amounts actually received or paid. Net unrealized currency gains and losses from valuing foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities at period end exchange rates are reflected as a component of net unrealized appreciation or depreciation of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities.
4. Taxes
It is the Fund’s policy to meet the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute all of its investment company taxable income and net realized gains, if any, to shareholders. Therefore, no provisions for federal income or excise taxes are required. The Fund may be subject to taxes imposed by countries in which it invests. Such taxes are generally based on income and/or capital gains earned or repatriated. Taxes are accrued and applied to net investment income, net realized gains and net unrealized appreciation/depreciation as such income and/or gains are earned.
In accordance with U.S. GAAP requirements regarding accounting for uncertainties in income taxes, management has analyzed the Fund’s tax positions taken or expected to be taken on federal and state income tax returns for all open tax years (the current and the prior three tax years) and has concluded that no provision for income tax is required in the Fund’s financial statements.
5. Investment Income and Investment Transactions
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date or as soon as the Fund is informed of the dividend. Interest income is accrued daily. Investment transactions are accounted for on the date the securities are purchased or sold. Investment gains or losses are determined on the identified cost basis. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date at the fair value of the securities received. The Fund amortizes premiums and accretes discounts as adjustments to interest income. The Fund accounts for distributions received from REIT investments or from regulated investment companies as dividend income, realized gain, or return of capital based on information provided by the REIT or the investment company.
6. Class Allocations
All income earned and expenses incurred by the Fund are borne on a pro-rata basis by each outstanding class of shares, based on the proportionate interest in the Fund represented by the net assets of such class, except for class specific expenses which are allocated to the respective class. Expenses of the Company are charged proportionately to each fund or based on other appropriate methods. Realized and unrealized gains and losses are allocated among the various share classes based on respective net assets.
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7. Dividends and Distributions
Dividends and distributions to shareholders, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gains distributions are determined in accordance with federal tax regulations and may differ from those determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on their federal tax basis treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
NOTE B
Advisory Fee and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Under the terms of the investment advisory agreement, the Fund pays the Adviser an advisory fee at an annual rate of .45% of the first $2.5 billion, .40% of the excess over $2.5 billion up to $5 billion and .35% in excess of $5 billion of the Fund’s average daily net assets. The Adviser has agreed to waive its fees and bear certain expenses to the extent necessary to limit total operating expenses (excluding expenses associated with securities sold short, acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest, interest expense, taxes, extraordinary expenses, and brokerage commissions and other transaction costs), on an annual basis (the “Expense Caps”) to .75%, 1.50% and .50%, of average daily net assets for Class A, Class C and Advisor Class shares, respectively. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such reimbursements/waivers amounted to $218,305. The Expense Caps may not be terminated before January 31, 2024.
Pursuant to the investment advisory agreement, the Fund may reimburse the Adviser for certain legal and accounting services provided to the Fund by the Adviser. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the reimbursement for such services amounted to $46,566.
The Fund compensates AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. (“ABIS”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, under a Transfer Agency Agreement for providing personnel and facilities to perform transfer agency services for the Fund. ABIS may make payments to intermediaries that provide omnibus account services, sub-accounting services and/or networking services. Such compensation retained by ABIS amounted to $16,855 for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, serves as the distributor of the Fund’s shares. The Distributor has advised the Fund that it has retained front-end sales charges of $7 from the sale of Class A shares and received $-0- and $9 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed upon redemptions by shareholders of Class A and Class C shares, respectively, for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
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The Fund may invest in AB Government Money Market Portfolio (the “Government Money Market Portfolio”) which has a contractual annual advisory fee rate of .20% of the portfolio’s average daily net assets and bears its own expenses. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive .10% of the advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio (resulting in a net advisory fee of .10%) until August 31, 2023. In connection with the investment by the Fund in Government Money Market Portfolio, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of the effective advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio, as borne indirectly by the Fund as an acquired fund fee and expense. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such waiver amounted to $5,558.
A summary of the Fund’s transactions in AB mutual funds for the six months ended April 30, 2023 is as follows:
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Fund | | Market Value 10/31/22 (000) | | | Purchases at Cost (000) | | | Sales Proceeds (000) | | | Market Value 4/30/23 (000) | | | Dividend Income (000) | |
Government Money Market Portfolio | | $ | 564 | | | $ | 127,271 | | | $ | 127,835 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 235 | |
During the year ended October 31, 2022, the Adviser reimbursed the Fund $23,865 for trading losses incurred due to a trade entry error.
NOTE C
Distribution Services Agreement
The Fund has adopted a Distribution Services Agreement (the “Agreement”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Under the Agreement, the Fund pays distribution and servicing fees to the Distributor at an annual rate of up to 0.30% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares and 1% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C shares. The fees are accrued daily and paid monthly. Payments under the Agreement in respect of Class A shares are currently limited to an annual rate of .25% of Class A shares’ average daily net assets. The Agreement provides that the Distributor will use such payments in their entirety for distribution assistance and promotional activities. Since the commencement of the Fund’s operations, the Distributor has incurred expenses in excess of the distribution costs reimbursed by the Fund in the amount of $39,595 for Class C shares. While such costs may be recovered from the Fund in future periods so long as the Agreement is in effect, the rate of the distribution and servicing fees payable under the Agreement may not be increased without a shareholder vote. In accordance with the Agreement, there is no provision for recovery of unreimbursed distribution costs incurred
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by the Distributor beyond the current fiscal year for Class A shares. The Agreement also provides that the Adviser may use its own resources to finance the distribution of the Fund’s shares.
NOTE D
Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) for the six months ended April 30, 2023 were as follows:
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| | Purchases | | | Sales | |
Investment securities (excluding U.S. government securities) | | $ | 144,964,501 | | | $ | 65,428,638 | |
U.S. government securities | | | 84,119 | | | | – 0 | – |
The cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was substantially the same as the cost for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, gross unrealized appreciation and unrealized depreciation are as follows:
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Gross unrealized appreciation | | $ | 6,874,202 | |
Gross unrealized depreciation | | | (22,711,524 | ) |
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Net unrealized depreciation | | $ | (15,837,322 | ) |
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1. Derivative Financial Instruments
The Fund may use derivatives in an effort to earn income and enhance returns, to replace more traditional direct investments, to obtain exposure to otherwise inaccessible markets (collectively, “investment purposes”), or to hedge or adjust the risk profile of its portfolio.
The principal types of derivatives utilized by the Fund, as well as the methods in which they may be used are:
The Fund may enter into swaps to hedge its exposure to interest rates or credit risk. A swap is an agreement that obligates two parties to exchange a series of cash flows at specified intervals based upon or calculated by reference to changes in specified prices or rates for a specified amount of an underlying asset. The payment flows are usually netted against each other, with the difference being paid by one party to the other. In addition, collateral may be pledged or received by the Fund in accordance with the terms of the respective swaps to provide value and recourse to the Fund or its counterparties in the event of default, bankruptcy or insolvency by one of the parties to the swap.
Risks may arise as a result of the failure of the counterparty to the swap to comply with the terms of the swap. The loss incurred by the failure of a counterparty is generally limited to the net interim payment to be
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received by the Fund, and/or the termination value at the end of the contract. Therefore, the Fund considers the creditworthiness of each counterparty to a swap in evaluating potential counterparty risk. This risk is mitigated by having a netting arrangement between the Fund and the counterparty and by the posting of collateral by the counterparty to the Fund to cover the Fund’s exposure to the counterparty. Additionally, risks may arise from unanticipated movements in interest rates or in the value of the underlying securities. The Fund accrues for the interim payments on swaps on a daily basis, with the net amount recorded within unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of assets and liabilities, where applicable. Once the interim payments are settled in cash, the net amount is recorded as realized gain/(loss) on swaps on the statement of operations, in addition to any realized gain/(loss) recorded upon the termination of swaps. Upfront premiums paid or received for swaps are recognized as cost or proceeds on the statement of assets and liabilities and are amortized on a straight line basis over the life of the contract. Amortized upfront premiums are included in net realized gain/(loss) from swaps on the statement of operations. Fluctuations in the value of swaps are recorded as a component of net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of operations.
Certain standardized swaps, including certain interest rate swaps and credit default swaps, are (or soon will be) subject to mandatory central clearing. Cleared swaps are transacted through futures commission merchants (“FCMs”) that are members of central clearinghouses, with the clearinghouse serving as central counterparty, similar to transactions in futures contracts. Centralized clearing will be required for additional categories of swaps on a phased-in basis based on requirements published by the Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
At the time the Fund enters into a centrally cleared swap, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the clearinghouse on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for centrally cleared swaps is generally less than non-centrally cleared swaps, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each centrally cleared swap, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial
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and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Interest Rate Swaps:
The Fund is subject to interest rate risk exposure in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. Because the Fund holds fixed rate bonds, the value of these bonds may decrease if interest rates rise. To help hedge against this risk and to maintain its ability to generate income at prevailing market rates, the Fund may enter into interest rate swaps. Interest rate swaps are agreements between two parties to exchange cash flows based on a notional amount. The Fund may elect to pay a fixed rate and receive a floating rate, or, receive a fixed rate and pay a floating rate on a notional amount.
In addition, the Fund may also enter into interest rate swap transactions to preserve a return or spread on a particular investment or portion of its portfolio, or protecting against an increase in the price of securities the Fund anticipates purchasing at a later date. Interest rate swaps involve the exchange by the Fund with another party of their respective commitments to pay or receive interest (e.g., an exchange of floating rate payments for fixed rate payments) computed based on a contractually-based principal (or “notional”) amount. Interest rate swaps are entered into on a net basis (i.e., the two payment streams are netted out, with the Fund receiving or paying, as the case may be, only the net amount of the two payments).
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held interest rate swaps for hedging purposes.
Inflation (CPI) Swaps:
Inflation swap agreements are contracts in which one party agrees to pay the cumulative percentage increase in a price index (the Consumer Price Index with respect to CPI swaps) over the term of the swap (with some lag on the inflation index), and the other pays a compounded fixed rate. Inflation swaps may be used to protect the net asset value, or NAV, of the Fund against an unexpected change in the rate of inflation measured by an inflation index since the value of these agreements is expected to increase if there are unexpected inflation increases.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held inflation (CPI) swaps for hedging purposes.
Credit Default Swaps:
The Fund may enter into credit default swaps, including to manage its exposure to the market or certain sectors of the market, to reduce its risk exposure to defaults by corporate and sovereign issuers held by
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the Fund, or to create exposure to corporate or sovereign issuers to which it is not otherwise exposed. The Fund may purchase credit protection (“Buy Contract”) or provide credit protection (“Sale Contract”) on the referenced obligation of the credit default swap. During the term of the swap, the Fund receives/(pays) fixed payments from/(to) the respective counterparty, calculated at the agreed upon rate applied to the notional amount. If the Fund is a buyer/(seller) of protection and a credit event occurs, as defined under the terms of the swap, the Fund will either (i) receive from the seller/(pay to the buyer) of protection an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap (the “Maximum Payout Amount”) and deliver/(take delivery of) the referenced obligation or (ii) receive/(pay) a net settlement amount in the form of cash or securities equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the referenced obligation. In certain circumstances Maximum Payout Amounts may be partially offset by recovery values of the respective referenced obligations, upfront premium received upon entering into the agreement, or net amounts received from settlement of buy protection credit default swaps entered into by the Fund for the same referenced obligations with the same counterparty.
Credit default swaps may involve greater risks than if the Fund had invested in the referenced obligation directly. Credit default swaps are subject to general market risk, liquidity risk, counterparty risk and credit risk. If the Fund is a buyer of protection and no credit event occurs, it will lose the payments it made to its counterparty. If the Fund is a seller of protection and a credit event occurs, the value of the referenced obligation received by the Fund coupled with the periodic payments previously received, may be less than the Maximum Payout Amount it pays to the buyer, resulting in a net loss to the Fund.
Implied credit spreads over U.S. Treasuries of comparable maturity utilized in determining the market value of credit default swaps on issuers as of period end are disclosed in the portfolio of investments. The implied spreads serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and typically reflect the likelihood of default by the issuer of the referenced obligation. The implied credit spread of a particular reference obligation also reflects the cost of buying/selling protection and may reflect upfront payments required to be made to enter into the agreement. Widening credit spreads typically represent a deterioration of the referenced obligation’s credit soundness and greater likelihood of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the agreement. A credit spread identified as “Defaulted” indicates a credit event has occurred for the referenced obligation.
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During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held credit default swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The Fund typically enters into International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreements (“ISDA Master Agreement”) with its OTC derivative contract counterparties in order to, among other things, reduce its credit risk to OTC counterparties. ISDA Master Agreements include provisions for general obligations, representations, collateral and events of default or termination. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund typically may offset with the OTC counterparty certain derivative financial instruments’ payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment (close-out netting) in the event of default or termination. In the event of a default by an OTC counterparty, the return of collateral with market value in excess of the Fund’s net liability, held by the defaulting party, may be delayed or denied.
The Fund’s ISDA Master Agreements may contain provisions for early termination of OTC derivative transactions in the event the net assets of the Fund decline below specific levels (“net asset contingent features”). If these levels are triggered, the Fund’s OTC counterparty has the right to terminate such transaction and require the Fund to pay or receive a settlement amount in connection with the terminated transaction. If OTC derivatives were held at period end, please refer to netting arrangements by the OTC counterparty table below for additional details.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund had entered into the following derivatives:
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| | Asset Derivatives | | | Liability Derivatives | |
Derivative Type | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
Credit contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | $ | 165,551 | * | | | | | | |
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Interest rate contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 3,067,188 | * | | Payable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | $ | 558,025 | * |
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Interest rate contracts | | Unrealized appreciation on interest rate swaps | |
| 521,661 | | | Unrealized depreciation on interest rate swaps | |
| 49,670 | |
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| | Asset Derivatives | | | Liability Derivatives | |
Derivative Type | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
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Credit contracts | | | | | | | | Market value on credit default swaps | | $ | 467,362 | |
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Total | | | | $ | 3,754,400 | | | | | $ | 1,075,057 | |
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* | Only variation margin receivable/payable at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. |
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Derivative Type | | Location of Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives Within Statement of Operations | | Realized Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives | | | Change in Unrealized Appreciation or (Depreciation) | |
Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | $ | (593,880 | ) | | $ | 927,926 | |
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Credit contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | | 462,509 | | | | (14,939 | ) |
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Total | | | | $ | (131,371 | ) | | $ | 912,987 | |
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The following table represents the average monthly volume of the Fund’s derivative transactions during the six months ended April 30, 2023:
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Interest Rate Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 15,077,143 | |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 57,228,571 | |
Centrally Cleared Inflation Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 37,720,000 | |
Credit Default Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 2,805,140 | |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 20,000,000 | |
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the statement of assets and liabilities.
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All OTC derivatives held at period end were subject to netting arrangements. The following table presents the Fund’s derivative assets and liabilities by OTC counterparty net of amounts available for offset under ISDA Master Agreements (“MA”) and net of the related collateral received/pledged by the Fund as of April 30, 2023. Exchange-traded derivatives and centrally cleared swaps are not subject to netting arrangements and as such are excluded from the table.
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Counterparty | | Derivative Assets Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Received* | | | Security Collateral Received* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Assets | |
Citibank, NA/Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. | | $ | 272,565 | | | $ | (211,661 | ) | | $– 0 – | | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 60,904 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC | | | 249,096 | | | | (16,952 | ) | | | (232,144 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Total | | $ | 521,661 | | | $ | (228,613 | ) | | $ | (232,144 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 60,904 | ^ |
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Counterparty | | Derivative Liabilities Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Pledged* | | | Security Collateral Pledged* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities | |
Citibank, NA/Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. | | $ | 211,661 | | | $ | (211,661 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – |
Credit Suisse International | | | 118,114 | | | | – 0 | – | | | (118,114 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
JPMorgan Securities, LLC | | | 170,305 | | | | – 0 | – | | | (170,305 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
Morgan Stanley Capital Services LLC | | | 16,952 | | | | (16,952 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Total | | $ | 517,032 | | | $ | (228,613 | ) | | $ | (288,419 | ) | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 0 | ^ |
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* | The actual collateral received/pledged may be more than the amount reported due to over-collateralization. |
^ | Net amount represents the net receivable/payable that would be due from/to the counterparty in the event of default or termination. The net amount from OTC financial derivative instruments can only be netted across transactions governed under the same master agreement with the same counterparty. |
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NOTE E
Capital Stock
Each class consists of 3,000,000,000 authorized shares. Transactions in capital shares for each class were as follows:
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class A | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 1,729,125 | | | | 2,345,610 | | | | | | | $ | 17,813,459 | | | $ | 25,300,363 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 51,896 | | | | 35,652 | | | | | | | | 541,065 | | | | 377,337 | | | | | |
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Shares converted from Class C | | | 1,001 | | | | 6,335 | | | | | | | | 10,589 | | | | 69,463 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (725,048 | ) | | | (1,988,011 | ) | | | | | | | (7,540,336 | ) | | | (21,571,436 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase | | | 1,056,974 | | | | 399,586 | | | | | | | $ | 10,824,777 | | | $ | 4,175,727 | | | | | |
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Class C | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 277,945 | | | | 238,746 | | | | | | | $ | 2,881,451 | | | $ | 2,533,652 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 7,645 | | | | 6,212 | | | | | | | | 79,649 | | | | 65,534 | | | | | |
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Shares converted to Class A | | | (1,001 | ) | | | (6,338 | ) | | | | | | | (10,589 | ) | | | (69,463 | ) | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (194,555 | ) | | | (321,819 | ) | | | | | | | (2,024,986 | ) | | | (3,432,310 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | 90,034 | | | | (83,199 | ) | | | | | | $ | 925,525 | | | $ | (902,587 | ) | | | | |
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Advisor Class | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 20,286,270 | | | | 37,244,701 | | | | | | | $ | 210,902,813 | | | $ | 402,826,250 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends | | | 396,707 | | | | 294,382 | | | | | | | | 4,138,208 | | | | 3,110,820 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (11,807,213 | ) | | | (23,418,191 | ) | | | | | | | (122,004,193 | ) | | | (247,966,264 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase | | | 8,875,764 | | | | 14,120,892 | | | | | | | $ | 93,036,828 | | | $ | 157,970,806 | | | | | |
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NOTE F
Risks Involved in Investing in the Fund
Market Risk—The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the bond market fluctuates. The value of its investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
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Credit Risk—An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security.
Below Investment-Grade Securities Risk—Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as “junk bonds”) are subject to a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to such factors as specific municipal or corporate developments and negative performance of the junk bond market generally and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities.
Municipal Market Risk—This is the risk that special factors may adversely affect the value of municipal securities and have a significant effect on the yield or value of the Fund’s investments in municipal securities. These factors include economic conditions, political or legislative changes, public health crises, uncertainties related to the tax status of municipal securities, and the rights of investors in these securities. To the extent that the Fund invests more of its assets in a particular state’s municipal securities, the Fund may be vulnerable to events adversely affecting that state, including economic, political and regulatory occurrences, court decisions, terrorism, public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and catastrophic natural disasters, such as hurricanes, fires or earthquakes. For example, the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has significantly stressed the financial resources of many issuers of municipal securities, which could impair any such issuer’s ability to meet its financial obligations when due and adversely impact the value of its securities held by the Fund. As the full effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on state and local economies and on issuers of municipal securities are still uncertain, the financial difficulties of issuers of municipal securities may worsen, adversely affecting the performance of the Fund. The Fund’s investments in certain municipal securities with principal and interest payments that are made from the revenues of a specific project or facility, and not general tax revenues, may have increased risks. Factors affecting the project or facility, such as local business or economic conditions, could have a significant effect on the project’s ability to make payments of principal and interest on these securities.
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In addition, changes in tax rates or the treatment of income from certain types of municipal securities, among other things, could negatively affect the municipal securities markets.
The Fund invests, from time to time, in the municipal securities of Puerto Rico or other U.S. territories and their governmental agencies and municipalities, which are exempt from federal, state, and, where applicable, local income taxes. These municipal securities may have more risks than those of other U.S. issuers of municipal securities. Puerto Rico continues to face a very challenging economic and fiscal environment, worsened by the spread of COVID-19 and the adverse effect that related governmental and public responses have had on Puerto Rico’s economy. If the general economic situation in Puerto Rico continues to persist or worsens, the volatility and credit quality of Puerto Rican municipal securities could continue to be adversely affected, and the market for such securities may deteriorate further
Tax Risk—From time to time, the U.S. Government and the U.S. Congress consider changes in federal tax law that could limit or eliminate the federal tax exemption for municipal bond income, which would in effect reduce the income received by shareholders from the Fund by increasing taxes on that income. In such event, the Fund’s net asset value, or NAV could also decline as yields on municipal bonds, which are typically lower than those on taxable bonds, would be expected to increase to approximately the yield of comparable taxable bonds. Actions or anticipated actions affecting the tax exempt status of municipal bonds could also result in significant shareholder redemptions of Fund shares as investors anticipate adverse effects on the Fund or seek higher yields to offset the potential loss of the tax deduction. As a result, the Fund would be required to maintain higher levels of cash to meet the redemptions, which would negatively affect the Fund’s yield.
Interest-Rate Risk—Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Duration Risk—Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration
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of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk—This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities.
Illiquid Investments Risk—Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes and large positions. Municipal securities may have more illiquid investments risk than other fixed-income securities because they trade less frequently and the market for municipal securities is generally smaller than many other markets.
Leverage Risk—When the Fund borrows money or otherwise leverages its investments, its performance may be volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments. The Fund may create leverage through the use of reverse repurchase arrangements, forward currency exchange contracts, forward commitments, dollar rolls or futures or by borrowing money. The use of other types of derivative instruments by the Fund, such as options and swaps, may also result in a form of leverage. Leverage may result in higher returns to the Fund than if the Fund were not leveraged, but may also adversely affect returns, particularly if the market is declining.
Derivatives Risk—Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
LIBOR Transition and Associated Risk—The Fund may be exposed to debt securities, derivatives or other financial instruments that utilize the London Interbank Offered Rate, or “LIBOR,” as a “benchmark” or “reference rate” for various interest rate calculations. In 2017, the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”), which regulates LIBOR,
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announced a desire to phase out the use of LIBOR by the end of 2021. As announced by the FCA and LIBOR’s administrator, ICE Benchmark Administration, most LIBOR settings (which reflect LIBOR rates quoted in different currencies over various time periods) have not been published since the end of 2021, but the most widely used U.S. Dollar LIBOR settings are expected to continue to be published until June 30, 2023. However, banks were strongly encouraged to cease entering into agreements with counterparties referencing LIBOR by the end of 2021. It is possible that a subset of LIBOR settings will be published after these dates on a “synthetic” basis, but any such publications would be considered non-representative of the underlying market. Since 2018 the Federal Reserve Bank of New York has published the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (referred to as SOFR), which is intended to replace U.S. Dollar LIBOR. SOFR is a broad measure of the cost of borrowing cash overnight collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities in the repurchase agreement (repo) market and has been used increasingly on a voluntary basis in new instruments and transactions. In addition, on March 15, 2022, the Adjustable Interest Rate Act was signed into law. This law provides a statutory fallback mechanism to replace LIBOR with a benchmark rate that is selected by the Federal Reserve Board and based on SOFR for certain contracts that reference LIBOR without adequate fallback provisions. On December 16, 2022, the Federal Reserve Board adopted regulations implementing the law by identifying benchmark rates based on SOFR that will replace LIBOR in different categories of financial contracts after June 30, 2023. The regulations include provisions that (i) provide a safe harbor for selection or use of a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; (ii) clarify who may choose the replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; and (iii) ensure that contracts adopting a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board will not be interrupted or terminated following the replacement of LIBOR.
The elimination of LIBOR or changes to other reference rates or any other changes or reforms to the determination or supervision of reference rates could have an adverse impact on the market for, or value of, any securities or payments linked to those reference rates, which may adversely affect the Fund’s performance and/or NAV. Uncertainty and risk also remain regarding the willingness and ability of issuers and lenders to include revised provisions in new and existing contracts or instruments. Consequently, the transition from LIBOR to other reference rates may lead to increased volatility and illiquidity in markets that are tied to LIBOR, fluctuations in values of LIBOR-related investments or investments in issuers that utilize LIBOR, increased difficulty in borrowing or refinancing and diminished effectiveness of hedging strategies, potentially adversely affecting the Fund’s performance. Furthermore, the risks associated with the expected
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discontinuation of LIBOR and transition may be exacerbated if the work necessary to effect an orderly transition to an alternative reference rate is not completed in a timely manner. Neither the effect of the LIBOR transition process nor its ultimate success can yet be known.
Indemnification Risk—In the ordinary course of business, the Fund enters into contracts that contain a variety of indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown. However, the Fund has not had prior claims or losses pursuant to these indemnification provisions and expects the risk of loss thereunder to be remote. Therefore, the Fund has not accrued any liability in connection with these indemnification provisions.
Management Risk—The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively-managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
NOTE G
Joint Credit Facility
A number of open-end mutual funds managed by the Adviser, including the Fund, participate in a $325 million revolving credit facility (the “Facility”) intended to provide short-term financing related to redemptions and other short term liquidity requirements, subject to certain restrictions. Commitment fees related to the Facility are paid by the participating funds and are included in miscellaneous expenses in the statement of operations. The Fund did not utilize the Facility during the six months ended April 30, 2023.
NOTE H
Distributions to Shareholders
The tax character of distributions to be paid for the year ending October 31, 2023 will be determined at the end of the current fiscal year. The tax character of distributions paid during the fiscal years ended October 31, 2022 and October 31, 2021 were as follows:
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| | 2022 | | | 2021 | |
Distributions paid from: | | | | | | | | |
Ordinary income | | $ | 832,185 | | | $ | 467,928 | |
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Total taxable distributions | | | 832,185 | | | | 467,928 | |
Tax-exempt distributions | | | 5,462,197 | | | | 2,016,919 | |
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Total distributions paid | | $ | 6,294,382 | | | $ | 2,484,847 | |
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As of October 31, 2022, the components of accumulated earnings (deficit) on a tax basis were as follows:
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Undistributed ordinary income | | $ | 52,120 | |
Accumulated capital and other losses | | | (2,589,744 | )(a) |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (40,000,847 | )(b) |
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Total accumulated earnings (deficit) | | $ | (42,538,471 | )(c) |
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(a) | As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net capital loss carryforward of $2,589,744. |
(b) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) are attributable primarily to the tax treatment of tender option bonds, the tax treatment of swaps, and the tax deferral of losses on wash sales. |
(c) | The difference between book-basis and tax-basis components of accumulated earnings (deficit) is attributable primarily to dividends payable. |
For tax purposes, net realized capital losses may be carried over to offset future capital gains, if any. Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses for an indefinite period, and such losses will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net short-term capital loss carryforward of $2,589,744, which may be carried forward for an indefinite period.
NOTE I
Floating Rate Notes Issued in Connection with Securities Held
The Fund may engage in tender option bond (“TOB”) transactions in which the Fund transfers a fixed rate bond (“Fixed Rate Bond”) into a Special Purpose Vehicle (the “SPV”, which is generally organized as a trust). The Fund buys a residual interest in the assets and cash flows of the SPV, often referred to as an inverse floating rate obligation (“Inverse Floater”). The SPV also issues floating rate notes (“Floating Rate Notes”) which are sold to third parties. The Floating Rate Notes pay interest at rates that generally reset weekly and their holders have the option to tender their notes to a liquidity provider for redemption at par. The Inverse Floater held by the Fund gives the Fund the right (1) to cause the holders of the Floating Rate Notes to tender their notes at par, and (2) to have the trustee transfer the Fixed Rate Bond held by the SPV to the Fund, thereby collapsing the SPV. The SPV may also be collapsed in certain other circumstances. In accordance with U.S. GAAP requirements regarding accounting for transfers and servicing of financial assets and extinguishments of liabilities, the Fund accounts for the transaction described above as a secured borrowing by including the Fixed Rate Bond in its portfolio of investments and the Floating Rate Notes as a liability under the caption “Payable for floating rate notes issued” in its statement of assets and liabilities. Interest expense related to the Fund’s liability with respect to Floating Rate Notes is recorded as incurred. The interest expense is also included in the Fund’s expense ratio. At April 30, 2023, the amount of the Fund’s Floating Rate Notes outstanding was $9,600,000 and the related
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interest rate was 3.89% to 4.06%. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the average amount of Floating Rate Notes outstanding and the daily weighted average interest rate were $9,600,000 and 2.96%, respectively.
The Fund may also purchase Inverse Floaters in the secondary market without first owning the underlying bond. Such an Inverse Floater is included in the Fund’s portfolio of investments but is not required to be treated as a secured borrowing and reflected in the Fund’s financial statements as a secured borrowing.
NOTE J
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In December 2022, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued an Accounting Standards Update, ASU 2022-06, “Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848) – Deferral of the Sunset Date of Topic 848”. ASU 2022-06 is an amendment to ASU 2020-04, which provided optional guidance to ease the potential accounting burden due to the discontinuation of the LIBOR and other interbank-offered based reference rates and which was effective as of March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. ASU 2022-06 extends the effective period through December 31, 2024. Management is currently evaluating the impact, if any, of applying ASU 2022-06.
NOTE K
Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated subsequent events for possible recognition or disclosure in the financial statements through the date the financial statements are issued. Management has determined that there are no material events that would require disclosure in the Fund’s financial statements through this date.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class A | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.87 | | | | $ 11.56 | | | | $ 10.82 | | | | $ 11.09 | | | | $ 10.46 | | | | $ 10.77 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .17 | | | | .21 | | | | .22 | | | | .29 | | | | .30 | | | | .24 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment transactions | | | .60 | | | | (1.69 | ) | | | .75 | | | | (.23 | ) | | | .65 | | | | (.30 | ) |
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Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .77 | | | | (1.48 | ) | | | .97 | | | | .06 | | | | .95 | | | | (.06 | ) |
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Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.18 | ) | | | (.21 | ) | | | (.23 | ) | | | (.33 | ) | | | (.32 | ) | | | (.25 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.46 | | | | $ 9.87 | | | | $ 11.56 | | | | $ 10.82 | | | | $ 11.09 | | | | $ 10.46 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 7.95 | % | | | (12.93 | )% | | | 9.02 | % | | | .63 | % | | | 9.15 | % | | | (.55 | )% |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $41,822 | | | | $29,037 | | | | $29,381 | | | | $16,463 | | | | $11,932 | | | | $5,666 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .85 | %^ | | | .76 | % | | | .76 | % | | | .77 | % | | | .76 | % | | | .75 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .97 | %^ | | | .91 | % | | | 1.08 | % | | | 1.26 | % | | | 1.30 | % | | | 1.27 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 3.30 | %^ | | | 1.91 | % | | | 1.88 | % | | | 2.68 | % | | | 2.78 | % | | | 2.26 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 20 | % | | | 33 | % | | | 30 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 52 | % | | | 68 | % |
See footnote summary on page 99.
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Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class C | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.87 | | | | $ 11.56 | | | | $ 10.83 | | | | $ 11.09 | | | | $ 10.46 | | | | $ 10.77 | |
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Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .13 | | | | .12 | | | | .11 | | | | .20 | | | | .22 | | | | .16 | |
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Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment transactions | | | .60 | | | | (1.68 | ) | | | .77 | | | | (.21 | ) | | | .65 | | | | (.30 | ) |
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Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
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Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .73 | | | | (1.56 | ) | | | .88 | | | | (.01 | ) | | | .87 | | | | (.14 | ) |
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Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Dividends from net investment income | | | (.14 | ) | | | (.13 | ) | | | (.15 | ) | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.17 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.46 | | | | $ 9.87 | | | | $ 11.56 | | | | $ 10.83 | | | | $ 11.09 | | | | $ 10.46 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 7.55 | % | | | (13.59 | )% | | | 8.22 | % | | | (.03 | )%+ | | | 8.33 | % | | | (1.29 | )% |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $7,261 | | | | $5,964 | | | | $7,943 | | | | $1,794 | | | | $1,596 | | | | $769 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | 1.60 | %^ | | | 1.51 | % | | | 1.51 | % | | | 1.52 | % | | | 1.51 | % | | | 1.50 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | 1.72 | %^ | | | 1.66 | % | | | 1.81 | % | | | 2.00 | % | | | 2.06 | % | | | 2.02 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 2.54 | %^ | | | 1.08 | % | | | .96 | % | | | 1.91 | % | | | 2.05 | % | | | 1.52 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 20 | % | | | 33 | % | | | 30 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 52 | % | | | 68 | % |
See footnote summary on page 99.
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Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Advisor Class | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.87 | | | | $ 11.56 | | | | $ 10.83 | | | | $ 11.09 | | | | $ 10.46 | | | | $ 10.77 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .18 | | | | .24 | | | | .24 | | | | .31 | | | | .33 | | | | .27 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment transactions | | | .61 | | | | (1.69 | ) | | | .75 | | | | (.21 | ) | | | .64 | | | | (.30 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .79 | | | | (1.45 | ) | | | .99 | | | | .10 | | | | .97 | | | | (.03 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.20 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.36 | ) | | | (.34 | ) | | | (.28 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 10.46 | | | | $ 9.87 | | | | $ 11.56 | | | | $ 10.83 | | | | $ 11.09 | | | | $ 10.46 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 8.08 | % | | | (12.71 | )% | | | 9.20 | % | | | .97 | % | | | 9.42 | % | | | (.30 | )% |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $385,309 | | | | $276,044 | | | | $159,988 | | | | $57,110 | | | | $67,119 | | | | $57,432 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .60 | %^ | | | .51 | % | | | .51 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .51 | % | | | .50 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements(e) | | | .72 | %^ | | | .66 | % | | | .82 | % | | | .99 | % | | | 1.05 | % | | | 1.02 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 3.55 | %^ | | | 2.23 | % | | | 2.05 | % | | | 2.87 | % | | | 3.04 | % | | | 2.52 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate | | | 20 | % | | | 33 | % | | | 30 | % | | | 63 | % | | | 52 | % | | | 68 | % |
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(a) | Based on average shares outstanding. |
(b) | Net of expenses waived/reimbursed by the Adviser. |
(c) | Amount is less than $.005. |
(d) | Total investment return is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the net asset value at the beginning of the period, reinvestment of all dividends and distributions at net asset value during the period, and redemption on the last day of the period. Initial sales charges or contingent deferred sales charges are not reflected in the calculation of total investment return. Total return does not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. Total investment return calculated for a period of less than one year is not annualized. |
(e) | The expense ratios presented below exclude interest/bank overdraft expense: |
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Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .75 | %^ | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .75 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .87 | %^ | | | .90 | % | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.23 | % | | | 1.29 | % | | | 1.27 | % |
Class C | | | | | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.50 | %^ | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % | | | 1.50 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.62 | %^ | | | 1.65 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.98 | % | | | 2.04 | % | | | 2.02 | % |
Advisor Class | | | | | |
Net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .50 | %^ | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % | | | .50 | % |
Before waivers/reimbursements | | | .61 | %^ | | | .65 | % | | | .80 | % | | | .96 | % | | | 1.04 | % | | | 1.02 | % |
+ | The net asset value and total return include adjustments in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America for financial reporting purposes. As such, the net asset value and total return for shareholder transactions may differ from financial statements. |
See notes to financial statements.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Garry Moody(1), Chairman Jorge A. Bermudez(1) Michael J. Downey(1) Onur Erzan, President and Chief Executive Officer | | Nancy P. Jacklin(1) Jeanette W. Loeb(1) Carol C. McMullen(1) Marshall C. Turner, Jr.(1) |
OFFICERS
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Daryl Clements(2), Vice President Matthew J. Norton(2), Vice President Andrew D. Potter(2), Vice President Nancy E. Hay, Secretary | | Michael B. Reyes, Senior Vice President Joseph J. Mantineo, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer Phyllis J. Clarke, Controller Jennifer Friedland, Chief Compliance Officer |
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Custodian and Accounting Agent State Street Bank and Trust Company One Congress Street, Suite 1 Boston, MA 02114 Principal Underwriter AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. 501 Commerce Street Nashville, TN 37203 Transfer Agent AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. P.O. Box 786003 San Antonio, TX 78278 Toll-Free (800) 221-5672 | | Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Ernst & Young LLP One Manhattan West New York, NY 10001 Legal Counsel Seward & Kissel LLP One Battery Park Plaza New York, NY 10004 |
1 | Member of the Audit Committee, the Governance and Nominating Committee, and the Independent Directors Committee. |
2 | The day-to-day management of, and investment decisions for, the Fund’s portfolio are made by the Adviser’s Tax-Aware Investment Team. Messrs. Clements, Norton and Potter are the investment professionals with the most significant responsibility for the day-to-day management of the Fund’s portfolio. |
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Operation and Effectiveness of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program:
In October 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted the open-end fund liquidity rule (the “Liquidity Rule”). In June 2018 the SEC adopted a requirement that funds disclose information about the operation and effectiveness of their Liquidity Risk Management Program (“LRMP”) in their reports to shareholders.
One of the requirements of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund to designate an Administrator of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program. The Administrator of the Fund’s LRMP is AllianceBernstein L.P., the Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”). The Adviser has delegated the responsibility to its Liquidity Risk Management Committee (the “Committee”).
Another requirement of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Fund Board”) to receive an annual written report from the Administrator of the LRMP, which addresses the operation of the Fund’s LRMP and assesses its adequacy and effectiveness. The Adviser provided the Fund Board with such annual report during the first quarter of 2023, which covered the period January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 (the “Program Reporting Period”).
The LRMP’s principal objectives include supporting the Fund’s compliance with limits on investments in illiquid assets and mitigating the risk that the Fund will be unable to meet its redemption obligations in a timely manner.
Pursuant to the LRMP, the Fund classifies the liquidity of its portfolio investments into one of the four categories defined by the SEC: Highly Liquid, Moderately Liquid, Less Liquid, and Illiquid. These classifications are reported to the SEC on Form N-PORT.
During the Program Reporting Period, the Committee reviewed whether the Fund’s strategy is appropriate for an open-end structure, incorporating any holdings of less liquid and illiquid assets. If the Fund participated in derivative transactions, the exposure from such transactions were considered in the LRMP.
The Committee also performed an analysis to determine whether the Fund is required to maintain a Highly Liquid Investment Minimum (“HLIM”). The Committee also incorporated the following information when determining the Fund’s reasonably anticipated trading size for purposes of liquidity monitoring: historical net redemption activity, a Fund’s concentration in an issuer, shareholder concentration, investment performance, total net assets, and distribution channels.
The Adviser informed the Fund Board that the Committee believes the Fund’s LRMP is adequately designed, has been implemented as intended,
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and has operated effectively since its inception. No material exceptions have been noted since the implementation of the LRMP. During the Program Reporting Period, liquidity in all markets was challenged due to rising rates and economic uncertainty. However, markets also remained orderly during the Program Reporting Period. There were no liquidity events that impacted the Fund or its ability to timely meet redemptions during the Program Reporting Period.
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Information Regarding the Review and Approval of the Fund’s Advisory Agreement
The disinterested directors (the “directors”) of AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) unanimously approved the continuance of the Company’s Advisory Agreement with the Adviser in respect of AB Tax-Aware Fixed Income Opportunities Portfolio (formerly AB Tax-Aware Fixed Income Portfolio) (the “Fund”) at a meeting held in person on November 1-3, 2022 (the “Meeting”).
Prior to approval of the continuance of the Advisory Agreement, the directors had requested from the Adviser, and received and evaluated, extensive materials. They reviewed the proposed continuance of the Advisory Agreement with the Adviser and with experienced counsel who are independent of the Adviser, who advised on the relevant legal standards. The directors also reviewed additional materials, including comparative analytical data prepared by the Senior Vice President of the Fund. The directors also discussed the proposed continuance in private sessions with counsel.
The directors considered their knowledge of the nature and quality of the services provided by the Adviser to the Fund gained from their experience as directors or trustees of most of the registered investment companies advised by the Adviser, their overall confidence in the Adviser’s integrity and competence they have gained from that experience, the Adviser’s initiative in identifying and raising potential issues with the directors and its responsiveness, frankness and attention to concerns raised by the directors in the past, including the Adviser’s willingness to consider and implement organizational and operational changes designed to improve investment results and the services provided to the AB Funds. The directors noted that they have four regular meetings each year, at each of which they review extensive materials and information from the Adviser, including information on the investment performance of the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests a portion of its assets.
The directors also considered all factors they believed relevant, including the specific matters discussed below. During the course of their deliberations, the directors evaluated, among other things, the reasonableness of the advisory fee. The directors did not identify any particular information that was all-important or controlling, and different directors may have attributed different weights to the various factors. The directors determined that the selection of the Adviser to manage the Fund and the overall arrangements between the Fund and the Adviser, as provided in the Advisory Agreement, including the advisory fee, were fair and reasonable in light of the services performed, expenses incurred and such other matters as the directors
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considered relevant in the exercise of their business judgment. The material factors and conclusions that formed the basis for the directors’ determinations included the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided
The directors considered the scope and quality of services provided by the Adviser under the Advisory Agreement, including the quality of the investment research capabilities of the Adviser and the other resources it has dedicated to performing services for the Fund. The directors noted that the Adviser from time to time reviews the Fund’s investment strategies and from time to time proposes changes intended to improve the Fund’s relative or absolute performance for the directors’ consideration. They also noted the professional experience and qualifications of the Fund’s portfolio management team and other senior personnel of the Adviser. The directors also considered that the Advisory Agreement provides that the Fund will reimburse the Adviser for the cost to it of providing certain clerical, accounting, administrative and other services to the Fund by employees of the Adviser or its affiliates. Requests for these reimbursements are made on a quarterly basis and subject to approval by the directors. The Adviser had not requested any reimbursements from the Fund in the Fund’s latest fiscal year. The quality of administrative and other services, including the Adviser’s role in coordinating the activities of the Fund’s other service providers, also was considered. The directors concluded that, overall, they were satisfied with the nature, extent and quality of services provided to the Fund under the Advisory Agreement.
Costs of Services Provided and Profitability
The directors reviewed a schedule of the revenues and expenses and related notes indicating the profitability of the Fund to the Adviser for calendar years 2020 and 2021 that had been prepared with an expense allocation methodology arrived at in consultation with an independent consultant retained at the request of the directors. The directors noted the assumptions and methods of allocation used by the Adviser in preparing fund-specific profitability data and understood that there are a number of potentially acceptable allocation methodologies for information of this type. The directors noted that the profitability information reflected all revenues and expenses of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund, including those relating to its subsidiaries that provide transfer agency and distribution services to the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of the profitability of the Advisory Agreement with the profitability of fund advisory contracts for unaffiliated funds because comparative information is not generally publicly available and is affected by numerous factors. The directors focused on the profitability of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund before taxes and distribution expenses. The directors noted that the Fund was not profitable to the Adviser in 2020. The directors concluded that the Adviser’s level of profitability from its relationship with the Fund in 2021 was not unreasonable.
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Fall-Out Benefits
The directors considered the other benefits to the Adviser and its affiliates from their relationships with the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests, including, but not limited to, benefits relating to 12b-1 fees and sales charges received by the Fund’s principal underwriter (which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser) in respect of certain classes of the Fund’s shares; and transfer agency fees paid by the Fund to a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser. The directors recognized that the Adviser’s recent profitability would be somewhat lower without these benefits. The directors understood that the Adviser also might derive reputational and other benefits from its association with the Fund.
Investment Results
In addition to the information reviewed by the directors in connection with the Meeting, the directors receive detailed performance information for the Fund at each regular Board meeting during the year.
At the Meeting, the directors reviewed performance information prepared by an independent service provider (the “15(c) service provider”), showing the performance of the Class A Shares of the Fund against a group of similar funds (“peer group”) and a larger group of similar funds (“peer universe”), each selected by the 15(c) service provider, and information prepared by the Adviser showing performance of the Class A Shares against a broad-based securities market index, in each case for the 1-, 3- and 5-year periods ended July 31, 2022 and (in the case of comparisons with the broad-based securities market index) for the period from inception. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s investment performance was acceptable.
Advisory Fees and Other Expenses
The directors considered the advisory fee rate payable by the Fund to the Adviser and information prepared by the 15(c) service provider concerning advisory fee rates payable by other funds in the same category as the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of advisory fees because there are variations in the services that are included in the fees payable by other funds. The directors compared the Fund’s contractual effective advisory fee rate with a peer group median.
The Adviser informed the directors that there were no institutional products managed by the Adviser that utilize investment strategies similar to those of the Fund.
In connection with their review of the Fund’s advisory fee, the directors also considered the total expense ratio of the Class A shares of the Fund in comparison to a peer group and a peer universe selected by the 15(c) service provider. The Class A expense ratio of the Fund was based on the
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Fund’s latest fiscal year and the directors considered the Adviser’s expense cap for the Fund. The directors noted that it was likely that the expense ratios of some of the other funds in the Fund’s category were lowered by waivers or reimbursements by those funds’ investment advisers, which in some cases might be voluntary or temporary. The directors view expense ratio information as relevant to their evaluation of the Adviser’s services because the Adviser is responsible for coordinating services provided to the Fund by others. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s expense ratio was acceptable.
Economies of Scale
The directors noted that the advisory fee schedule for the Fund contains breakpoints that reduce the fee rates on assets above specified levels. The directors took into consideration prior presentations by an independent consultant on economies of scale in the mutual fund industry and for the AB Funds, and presentations from time to time by the Adviser concerning certain of its views on economies of scale. The directors also had requested and received from the Adviser certain updates on economies of scale in advance of the Meeting. The directors believe that economies of scale may be realized (if at all) by the Adviser across a variety of products and services, and not only in respect of a single fund. The directors noted that there is no established methodology for setting breakpoints that give effect to the fund-specific services provided by a fund’s adviser and to the economies of scale that an adviser may realize in its overall mutual fund business or those components of it which directly or indirectly affect a fund’s operations. The directors observed that in the mutual fund industry as a whole, as well as among funds similar to the Fund, there is no uniformity or pattern in the fees and asset levels at which breakpoints (if any) apply. The directors also noted that the advisory agreements for many funds do not have breakpoints at all. Having taken these factors into account, the directors concluded that the Fund’s shareholders would benefit from a sharing of economies of scale in the event the Fund’s net assets exceed a breakpoint in the future.
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Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
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NOTES
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AB TAX-AWARE FIXED INCOME OPPORTUNITIES PORTFOLIO
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APR 04.30.23
SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
AB TOTAL RETURN BOND PORTFOLIO
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Investment Products Offered | | • Are Not FDIC Insured • May Lose Value • Are Not Bank Guaranteed |
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
This shareholder report must be preceded or accompanied by the Fund’s prospectus for individuals who are not current shareholders of the Fund.
You may obtain a description of the Fund’s proxy voting policies and procedures, and information regarding how the Fund voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30, without charge. Simply visit AB’s website at www.abfunds.com, or go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (the “Commission”) website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227 4618.
The Fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Commission for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The Fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the Commission’s website at www.sec.gov. AB publishes full portfolio holdings for the Fund monthly at www.abfunds.com.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (ABI) is the distributor of the AB family of mutual funds. ABI is a member of FINRA and is an affiliate of AllianceBernstein L.P., the Adviser of the funds.
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FROM THE PRESIDENT | | |
Dear Shareholder,
We’re pleased to provide this report for the AB Total Return Bond Portfolio (the “Fund”). Please review the discussion of Fund performance, the market conditions during the reporting period and the Fund’s investment strategy.
At AB, we’re striving to help our clients achieve better outcomes by:
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Whether you’re an individual investor or a multibillion-dollar institution, we’re putting our knowledge and experience to work for you every day.
For more information about AB’s comprehensive range of products and shareholder resources, please log on to www.abfunds.com.
Thank you for your investment in AB mutual funds—and for placing your trust in our firm.
Sincerely,
Onur Erzan
President and Chief Executive Officer, AB Mutual Funds
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SEMI-ANNUAL REPORT
June 7, 2023
This report provides management’s discussion of fund performance for the AB Total Return Bond Portfolio for the semi-annual reporting period ended April 30, 2023.
The Fund’s investment objective is to maximize long-term total return without assuming what the Adviser considers undue risk.
NAV RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Class A Shares | | | 7.65% | | | | -1.16% | |
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Class C Shares | | | 7.16% | | | | -1.91% | |
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Advisor Class Shares1 | | | 7.78% | | | | -0.92% | |
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Class R Shares1 | | | 7.41% | | | | -1.42% | |
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Class K Shares1 | | | 7.53% | | | | -1.17% | |
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Class I Shares1 | | | 7.78% | | | | -0.92% | |
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Class Z Shares1 | | | 7.77% | | | | -0.92% | |
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Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index | | | 6.91% | | | | -0.43% | |
1 | Please note that these share classes are for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
INVESTMENT RESULTS
The table above shows the Fund’s performance compared with its benchmark, the Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index, for the six- and 12-month periods ended April 30, 2023.
During the six-month period, all share classes of the Fund outperformed the benchmark, before sales charges. Sector allocation was the primary contributor, relative to the benchmark, mostly due to gains from off-benchmark exposure to agency risk-sharing securities, collateralized loan obligations and emerging-market corporate bonds, as well as an underweight to US Treasuries that exceeded losses from the use of credit default swaps. Security selection contributed, as a gain among investment-grade corporate bonds and US agency mortgages outweighed a loss within high-yield corporate bonds. Country allocation also contributed, as a gain from off-benchmark exposure to Japan added more than a loss from off-benchmark exposure to the eurozone. Yield-curve positioning detracted, as losses from underweights on the two- to 20-year
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parts of the curve were partially offset by gains from overweights on the six-month and 30-year parts of the curve. Currency decisions did not materially impact performance during the period.
In the 12-month period, all share classes of the Fund underperformed the benchmark, before sales charges. Country allocation to the UK was the largest detractor. Yield-curve positioning also detracted, mostly from underweights along the two- to 20-year parts of the curve and an overweight to the 30-year part of the curve that were partially offset by a gain from being overweight to the six-month part of the curve. Security selection was a minor detractor, as selection within high-yield corporate bonds detracted more than gains among US agency mortgages and commercial mortgage-backed securities (“CMBS”). Sector allocation contributed, since off-benchmark exposure to agency risk-sharing securities and an underweight to US agency mortgages contributed more than losses from an overweight to CMBS and the use of credit default swaps. Currency decisions were a small contributor, from exposure to the offshore Chinese renminbi.
During both periods, the Fund used currency forwards to hedge currency risk and actively manage currency positions. Credit default swaps were used in the corporate and CMBS sectors for hedging and investment purposes. Total return swaps were used in the corporate sector for hedging and investment purposes. Treasury futures and interest rate swaps were used to manage duration, country exposure and yield-curve positioning. During the 12-month period, Consumer Price Index swaps were held to gain exposure to rising inflation expectations, which added to absolute returns.
MARKET REVIEW AND INVESTMENT STRATEGY
During the six-month period ended April 30, 2023, fixed-income government bond market yields were volatile after peaking in October, as investors adjusted their expectations for inflation, growth and central bank tightening. Some major developed-market central banks started to reduce rate hikes toward the end of the period and pause further hikes as overall inflation began to fall. Stress in the global banking sector caused yields to fall sharply in March. Falling yields during the period led all major developed-market treasuries to post positive returns except in the UK. Developed-market government bonds rose the most in the US, Australia and Canada, and by the least in Germany. In corporate credit-risk sectors, investment-grade and high-yield corporates outperformed developed-market treasury markets by a wide margin. Corporate bonds in the US and eurozone also outperformed respective treasuries. Emerging-market hard-currency sovereign and corporate bonds hedged to the US dollar, as well as local-currency bonds, led risk sector returns as the US dollar fell against the vast majority of developed- and emerging-market currencies. Brent crude oil prices fell on global growth concerns.
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INVESTMENT POLICIES
The Fund invests, under normal circumstances, at least 80% of its net assets in fixed-income securities. The Fund expects to invest in readily marketable fixed-income securities with a range of maturities from short- to long-term and relatively attractive yields that do not involve undue risk of loss of capital. The Fund may invest up to 25% of its net assets in below investment-grade bonds. The Fund may use leverage for investment purposes.
The Fund may invest without limit in US dollar-denominated foreign fixed-income securities and may invest up to 25% of its assets in non-US dollar-denominated foreign fixed-income securities. These investments may include, in each case, developed- and emerging-market debt securities.
The Adviser selects securities for purchase or sale based on its assessment of the securities’ risk and return characteristics as well as the securities’ impact on the overall risk and return characteristics of the Fund. In making this assessment, the Adviser takes into account various factors, including the credit quality and sensitivity to interest rates of the securities under consideration and of the Fund’s other holdings.
The Fund may invest in mortgage-related and other asset-backed securities; loan participations and assignments; inflation-indexed securities; variable-, floating- and inverse-floating-rate instruments; and preferred stock, and may use other investment techniques. The Fund intends, among other things, to enter into transactions such as reverse repurchase agreements and dollar rolls. The Fund may invest in derivatives, such as options, futures contracts, forwards or swaps.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS
Benchmark Disclosure
The Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index is unmanaged and does not reflect fees and expenses associated with the active management of a mutual fund portfolio. The Bloomberg US Aggregate Bond Index represents the performance of securities within the US investment-grade fixed-rate bond market, with index components for government and corporate securities, mortgage pass-through securities, asset-backed securities and CMBS. An investor cannot invest directly in an index, and its results are not indicative of the performance for any specific investment, including the Fund.
A Word About Risk
Market Risk: The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the stock or bond market fluctuates. The value of its investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
Interest-Rate Risk: Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Credit Risk: An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security.
Below Investment-Grade Securities Risk: Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as “junk bonds”) are subject to a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to such factors as specific corporate developments and negative perceptions of the junk bond market generally and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
Duration Risk: Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk: This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities. The Fund invests in inflation-indexed securities, the value of which may be vulnerable to changes in expectations of inflation or interest rates.
Foreign (Non-US) Risk: Investments in securities of non-US issuers may involve more risk than those of US issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Emerging-Market Risk: Investments in emerging-market countries may have more risk because the markets are less developed and less liquid and are subject to increased economic, political, regulatory or other uncertainties.
Currency Risk: Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments or reduce its returns.
Mortgage-Related and/or Other Asset-Backed Securities Risk: Investments in mortgage-related and other asset-backed securities are subject to certain additional risks. The value of these securities may be particularly sensitive to changes in interest rates. These risks include “extension risk”, which is the risk that, in periods of rising interest rates, issuers may delay the payment of principal, and “prepayment risk”, which is the risk that in periods of falling interest rates, issuers may pay principal sooner than expected, exposing the Fund to a lower rate of return upon reinvestment of principal. Mortgage-backed securities offered by non-governmental issuers and other asset-backed securities may be subject to other risks, such as higher rates of default in the mortgages or assets backing the securities or risks associated with the nature and servicing of mortgages or assets backing the securities.
Leverage Risk: To the extent the Fund uses leveraging techniques, its net asset value (“NAV”) may be more volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of changes in interest rates and any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
Derivatives Risk: Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Illiquid Investments Risk: Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments are or become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest-rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally decline.
Active Trading Risk: The Fund expects to engage in active and frequent trading of its portfolio securities and its portfolio turnover rate may greatly exceed 100%. A higher rate of portfolio turnover increases transaction costs, which may negatively affect the Fund’s return. In addition, a high rate of portfolio turnover may result in substantial short-term gains, which may have adverse tax consequences for Fund shareholders.
Management Risk: The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
These risks are fully discussed in the Fund’s prospectus. As with all investments, you may lose money by investing in the Fund.
An Important Note About Historical Performance
The investment return and principal value of an investment in the Fund will fluctuate, so that shares, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than their original cost. Performance shown in this report represents past performance and does not guarantee future results. Current performance may be lower or higher than the performance information shown. You may obtain performance information current to the most recent month-end by visiting www.abfunds.com.
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DISCLOSURES AND RISKS (continued)
On July 12, 2019, the Fund implemented its current investment policies (the change eliminated the guidelines for the average duration and maturity of the Fund and addressed certain related matters) and also changed its name from AB Intermediate Bond Portfolio to AB Total Return Bond Portfolio. Accordingly, the performance shown for periods prior to July 12, 2019, is based on the Fund’s prior investment strategies and may not be representative of the Fund’s performance under its current investment policies.
All fees and expenses related to the operation of the Fund have been deducted. NAV returns do not reflect sales charges; if sales charges were reflected, the Fund’s quoted performance would be lower. SEC returns reflect the applicable sales charges for each share class: a 4.25% maximum front-end sales charge for Class A shares and a 1% 1-year contingent deferred sales charge for Class C shares. Returns for the different share classes will vary due to different expenses associated with each class. Performance assumes reinvestment of distributions and does not account for taxes.
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE
AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS AS OF APRIL 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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| | NAV Returns | | | SEC Returns (reflects applicable sales charges) | | | SEC Yields1 | |
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | | | | | | | | 3.69% | |
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1 Year | | | -1.16% | | | | -5.34% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 0.60% | | | | -0.27% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.26% | | | | 0.82% | | | | | |
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CLASS C SHARES | | | | | | | | | | | 3.10% | |
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1 Year | | | -1.91% | | | | -2.86% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | -0.17% | | | | -0.17% | | | | | |
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10 Years2 | | | 0.51% | | | | 0.51% | | | | | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES3 | | | | | | | | | | | 4.11% | |
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1 Year | | | -0.92% | | | | -0.92% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 0.83% | | | | 0.83% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.52% | | | | 1.52% | | | | | |
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CLASS R SHARES3 | | | | | | | | | | | 3.49% | |
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1 Year | | | -1.42% | | | | -1.42% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 0.32% | | | | 0.32% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.01% | | | | 1.01% | | | | | |
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CLASS K SHARES3 | | | | | | | | | | | 3.80% | |
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1 Year | | | -1.17% | | | | -1.17% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 0.58% | | | | 0.58% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.26% | | | | 1.26% | | | | | |
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CLASS I SHARES3 | | | | | | | | | | | 4.12% | |
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1 Year | | | -0.92% | | | | -0.92% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 0.83% | | | | 0.83% | | | | | |
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10 Years | | | 1.51% | | | | 1.51% | | | | | |
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CLASS Z SHARES3 | | | | | | | | | | | 4.22% | |
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1 Year | | | -0.92% | | | | -0.92% | | | | | |
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5 Years | | | 0.85% | | | | 0.85% | | | | | |
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Since Inception4 | | | 1.60% | | | | 1.60% | | | | | |
The Fund’s prospectus fee table shows the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios as 1.06%, 1.81%, 0.80%, 1.43%, 1.12%, 0.75% and 0.70% for Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I and Class Z shares, respectively, gross of any fee waivers or expense reimbursements. Contractual fee waivers and/or expense reimbursements limited the Fund’s total annual operating expense ratios, exclusive of interest expense, to 0.77%, 1.52%, 0.52%, 1.02%, 0.77%, 0.52% and 0.52% for Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I and Class Z shares, respectively. These waivers/reimbursements may not be terminated before January 31, 2024, and may be extended by the Adviser for additional one-year terms. Absent reimbursements or waivers, performance would have been lower. The Financial Highlights section of this report sets forth expense ratio data for the current reporting period; the expense ratios shown above may differ from the expense ratios in the Financial Highlights section since they are based on different time periods.
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE (continued)
1 | SEC yields are calculated based on SEC guidelines for the 30-day period ended April 30, 2023. |
2 | Assumes conversion of Class C shares into Class A shares after eight years. |
3 | These share classes are offered at NAV to eligible investors and their SEC returns are the same as their NAV returns. Please note that these share classes are for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
4 | Inception date: 4/25/2014. |
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HISTORICAL PERFORMANCE (continued)
SEC AVERAGE ANNUAL RETURNS
AS OF THE MOST RECENT CALENDAR QUARTER-END
MARCH 31, 2023 (unaudited)
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| | SEC Returns (reflects applicable sales charges) | |
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CLASS A SHARES | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -9.42% | |
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5 Years | | | -0.55% | |
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10 Years | | | 0.86% | |
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CLASS C SHARES | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -7.02% | |
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5 Years | | | -0.42% | |
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10 Years1 | | | 0.55% | |
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ADVISOR CLASS SHARES2 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -5.25% | |
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5 Years | | | 0.56% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.54% | |
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CLASS R SHARES2 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -5.73% | |
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5 Years | | | 0.05% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.04% | |
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CLASS K SHARES2 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -5.49% | |
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5 Years | | | 0.31% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.29% | |
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CLASS I SHARES2 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -5.16% | |
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5 Years | | | 0.55% | |
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10 Years | | | 1.54% | |
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CLASS Z SHARES2 | | | | |
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1 Year | | | -5.16% | |
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5 Years | | | 0.58% | |
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Since Inception3 | | | 1.52% | |
1 | Assumes conversion of Class C shares into Class A shares after eight years. |
2 | Please note that these share classes are for investors purchasing shares through accounts established under certain fee-based programs sponsored and maintained by certain broker-dealers and financial intermediaries, institutional pension plans and/or investment advisory clients of, and certain other persons associated with, the Adviser and its affiliates or the Fund. |
3 | Inception date: 4/25/2014. |
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE
(unaudited)
As a shareholder of the Fund, you incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments, contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution (12b-1) fees; and other Fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in the Fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing costs of investing in other mutual funds.
The Example is based on an investment of $1,000 invested at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period as indicated below.
Actual Expenses
The table below provides information about actual account values and actual expenses. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. Simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading entitled “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.
Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes
The table below also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the Fund’s actual expense ratio and an assumed annual rate of return of 5% before expenses, which is not the Fund’s actual return. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in the Fund and other funds by comparing this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of other funds.
Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads), or contingent deferred sales charges on redemptions. Therefore, the hypothetical example is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
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EXPENSE EXAMPLE (continued)
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| | Beginning Account Value November 1, 2022 | | | Ending Account Value April 30, 2023 | | | Expenses Paid During Period* | | | Annualized Expense Ratio* | |
Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,076.50 | | | $ | 3.96 | | | | 0.77 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,020.98 | | | $ | 3.86 | | | | 0.77 | % |
Class C | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,071.60 | | | $ | 7.81 | | | | 1.52 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,017.26 | | | $ | 7.60 | | | | 1.52 | % |
Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,077.80 | | | $ | 2.68 | | | | 0.52 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,022.22 | | | $ | 2.61 | | | | 0.52 | % |
Class R | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,074.10 | | | $ | 5.25 | | | | 1.02 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,019.74 | | | $ | 5.11 | | | | 1.02 | % |
Class K | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,075.30 | | | $ | 3.96 | | | | 0.77 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,020.98 | | | $ | 3.86 | | | | 0.77 | % |
Class I | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,077.80 | | | $ | 2.68 | | | | 0.52 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,022.22 | | | $ | 2.61 | | | | 0.52 | % |
Class Z | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Actual | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,077.70 | | | $ | 2.68 | | | | 0.52 | % |
Hypothetical** | | $ | 1,000 | | | $ | 1,022.22 | | | $ | 2.61 | | | | 0.52 | % |
* | Expenses are equal to the classes’ annualized expense ratios, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 181/365 (to reflect the one-half year period). |
** | Assumes 5% annual return before expenses. |
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PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
PORTFOLIO STATISTICS
Net Assets ($mil): $192.4
TOP TEN SECTORS (including derivatives)1
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Corporates–Investment Grade | | | 28.0 | % |
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Mortgage Pass-Throughs | | | 18.8 | |
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U.S. Government & Government Sponsored Agency Obligations | | | 18.6 | |
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Governments–Treasuries2 | | | 16.6 | |
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Collateralized Mortgage Obligations | | | 11.6 | |
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Asset-Backed Securities | | | 7.6 | |
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Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities3 | | | 5.4 | |
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Collateralized Loan Obligations | | | 4.3 | |
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Local Governments–US Municipal Bonds | | | 1.0 | |
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Emerging Markets–Corporate Bonds | | | 1.0 | |
SECTOR BREAKDOWN (excluding derivatives)4
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Corporates–Investment Grade | | | 26.5 | % |
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Governments–Treasuries | | | 18.6 | |
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Mortgage Pass-Throughs | | | 17.7 | |
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Collateralized Mortgage Obligations | | | 10.9 | |
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Asset-Backed Securities | | | 7.2 | |
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Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities | | | 5.0 | |
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Collateralized Loan Obligations | | | 4.1 | |
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Corporates–Non-Investment Grade | | | 1.9 | |
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Local Governments–US Municipal Bonds | | | 1.0 | |
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Emerging Markets–Corporate Bonds | | | 0.9 | |
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Quasi-Sovereigns | | | 0.5 | |
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Emerging Markets–Sovereigns | | | 0.3 | |
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Common Stocks | | | 0.2 | |
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Governments–Sovereign Bonds | | | 0.1 | |
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Short-Term Investments | | | 5.1 | |
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1 | The Fund’s sectors include derivative exposure and are expressed as approximate percentages of the Fund’s total net assets, based on the Adviser’s internal classification. The percentages will vary over time. |
2 | Includes Treasury Futures. |
3 | Includes Credit Default Swaps. |
4 | The Fund’s sector breakdown is expressed as a percentage of total investments and may vary over time. The Fund also enters into derivative transactions, which may be used for hedging or investment purposes (see “Portfolio of Investments” section of the report for additional details). |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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CORPORATES - INVESTMENT GRADE – 27.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 13.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Celanese US Holdings LLC 5.90%, 07/05/2024 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 455 | | | $ | 455,505 | |
Freeport Indonesia PT 4.763%, 04/14/2027(a) | | | | | | | 390 | | | | 384,467 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 839,972 | |
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Capital Goods – 0.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CNH Industrial Capital LLC 3.95%, 05/23/2025 | | | | | | | 375 | | | | 366,386 | |
Flowserve Corp. 2.80%, 01/15/2032 | | | | | | | 425 | | | | 343,829 | |
Parker-Hannifin Corp. 3.25%, 06/14/2029 | | | | | | | 255 | | | | 237,844 | |
Regal Rexnord Corp. 6.05%, 02/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 401 | | | | 406,678 | |
Trane Technologies Financing Ltd. 5.25%, 03/03/2033 | | | | | | | 115 | | | | 119,302 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 1,474,039 | |
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Communications - Media – 0.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Charter Communications Operating LLC/Charter Communications Operating Capital 5.125%, 07/01/2049 | | | | | | | 198 | | | | 154,608 | |
Discovery Communications LLC 5.20%, 09/20/2047 | | | | | | | 178 | | | | 145,196 | |
5.30%, 05/15/2049 | | | | | | | 81 | | | | 66,183 | |
Fox Corp. 4.709%, 01/25/2029 | | | | | | | 240 | | | | 235,656 | |
5.576%, 01/25/2049 | | | | | | | 407 | | | | 379,971 | |
Interpublic Group of Cos., Inc. (The) 4.65%, 10/01/2028 | | | | | | | 178 | | | | 174,784 | |
Prosus NV 3.257%, 01/19/2027(a) | | | | | | | 219 | | | | 199,536 | |
Tencent Holdings Ltd. 3.24%, 06/03/2050(a) | | | | | | | 328 | | | | 218,387 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
General Motors Financial Co., Inc. 4.30%, 04/06/2029 | | | | | | | 78 | | | | 72,701 | |
Harley-Davidson Financial Services, Inc. 3.05%, 02/14/2027(a) | | | | | | | 501 | | | | 453,109 | |
6.50%, 03/10/2028(a) | | | | | | | 20 | | | | 20,246 | |
Mercedes-Benz Finance North America LLC 4.80%, 03/30/2026(a) | | | | | | | 272 | | | | 274,046 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. 4.345%, 09/17/2027(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 522 | | | $ | 477,327 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 1,297,429 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Las Vegas Sands Corp. 3.90%, 08/08/2029 | | | | | | | 327 | | | | 297,282 | |
Marriott International, Inc./MD 4.90%, 04/15/2029 | | | | | | | 384 | | | | 381,516 | |
MDC Holdings, Inc. 6.00%, 01/15/2043 | | | | | | | 346 | | | | 305,649 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 984,447 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Retailers – 1.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Advance Auto Parts, Inc. 3.90%, 04/15/2030 | | | | | | | 811 | | | | 741,149 | |
Lowe’s Cos., Inc. 5.80%, 09/15/2062 | | | | | | | 336 | | | | 338,056 | |
Ross Stores, Inc. 4.70%, 04/15/2027 | | | | | | | 893 | | | | 887,990 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 1,967,195 | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 2.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Altria Group, Inc. 3.40%, 05/06/2030 | | | | | | | 750 | | | | 669,555 | |
BAT Capital Corp. 2.259%, 03/25/2028 | | | | | | | 1,125 | | | | 976,894 | |
4.906%, 04/02/2030 | | | | | | | 196 | | | | 189,015 | |
Cargill, Inc. 5.125%, 10/11/2032(a) | | | | | | | 248 | | | | 256,963 | |
CVS Health Corp. 4.30%, 03/25/2028 | | | | | | | 28 | | | | 27,656 | |
Ochsner LSU Health System of North Louisiana Series 2021 2.51%, 05/15/2031 | | | | | | | 520 | | | | 391,232 | |
Philip Morris International, Inc. 4.875%, 02/13/2026 | | | | | | | 215 | | | | 216,213 | |
5.00%, 11/17/2025 | | | | | | | 303 | | | | 305,778 | |
5.375%, 02/15/2033 | | | | | | | 469 | | | | 477,789 | |
5.625%, 11/17/2029 | | | | | | | 56 | | | | 58,483 | |
Zoetis, Inc. 5.40%, 11/14/2025 | | | | | | | 347 | | | | 353,822 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 3,923,400 | |
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Energy – 2.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BP Capital Markets America, Inc. 2.939%, 06/04/2051 | | | | | | | 1,201 | | | | 843,210 | |
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PORTFOLIO OF INVESTMENTS (continued)
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Continental Resources, Inc./OK 2.875%, 04/01/2032(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 454 | | | $ | 356,703 | |
5.75%, 01/15/2031(a) | | | | | | | 335 | | | | 326,481 | |
Marathon Oil Corp. 6.80%, 03/15/2032 | | | | | | | 650 | | | | 691,607 | |
Oleoducto Central SA 4.00%, 07/14/2027(a) | | | | | | | 429 | | | | 377,332 | |
ONEOK Partners LP 6.125%, 02/01/2041 | | | | | | | 48 | | | | 47,658 | |
Suncor Energy, Inc. 6.80%, 05/15/2038 | | | | | | | 534 | | | | 588,436 | |
Var Energi ASA 7.50%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 314 | | | | 331,951 | |
8.00%, 11/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 402 | | | | 436,480 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 3,999,858 | |
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Services – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. 2.125%, 02/09/2031 | | | | | | | 596 | | | | 492,427 | |
Booking Holdings, Inc. 4.50%, 11/15/2031 | | | EUR | | | | 320 | | | | 367,679 | |
Expedia Group, Inc. 6.25%, 05/01/2025(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 33 | | | | 33,392 | |
Global Payments, Inc. 3.20%, 08/15/2029 | | | | | | | 290 | | | | 256,711 | |
S&P Global, Inc. 4.75%, 08/01/2028 | | | | | | | 32 | | | | 32,630 | |
Verisk Analytics, Inc. 5.75%, 04/01/2033 | | | | | | | 188 | | | | 197,986 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,380,825 | |
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Technology – 4.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Apple, Inc. 4.10%, 08/08/2062 | | | | | | | 350 | | | | 311,640 | |
Broadcom, Inc. 4.00%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 53 | | | | 49,823 | |
4.15%, 04/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 187 | | | | 170,879 | |
4.926%, 05/15/2037(a) | | | | | | | 547 | | | | 499,367 | |
Entegris Escrow Corp. 4.75%, 04/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 395 | | | | 367,445 | |
Fiserv, Inc. 3.50%, 07/01/2029 | | | | | | | 869 | | | | 809,613 | |
Honeywell International, Inc. 4.125%, 11/02/2034 | | | EUR | | | | 410 | | | | 462,007 | |
HP, Inc. 5.50%, 01/15/2033 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 592 | | | | 587,311 | |
Infor, Inc. 1.75%, 07/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 279 | | | | 255,547 | |
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Intel Corp. 5.05%, 08/05/2062 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 467 | | | $ | 430,149 | |
International Business Machines Corp. 4.50%, 02/06/2026 | | | | | | | 396 | | | | 396,523 | |
4.90%, 07/27/2052 | | | | | | | 457 | | | | 427,176 | |
Kyndryl Holdings, Inc. 2.05%, 10/15/2026 | | | | | | | 869 | | | | 760,923 | |
Lenovo Group Ltd. 5.831%, 01/27/2028(a) | | | | | | | 489 | | | | 492,606 | |
Micron Technology, Inc. 6.75%, 11/01/2029 | | | | | | | 562 | | | | 592,691 | |
NXP BV/NXP Funding LLC 5.55%, 12/01/2028 | | | | | | | 277 | | | | 282,764 | |
NXP BV/NXP Funding LLC/NXP USA, Inc. 3.40%, 05/01/2030 | | | | | | | 298 | | | | 267,777 | |
Oracle Corp. 5.375%, 07/15/2040 | | | | | | | 90 | | | | 86,685 | |
SK Hynix, Inc. 2.375%, 01/19/2031(a) | | | | | | | 280 | | | | 210,403 | |
TSMC Arizona Corp. 3.875%, 04/22/2027 | | | | | | | 241 | | | | 236,451 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 7,697,780 | |
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Transportation - Airlines – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Delta Air Lines, Inc./SkyMiles IP Ltd. 4.50%, 10/20/2025(a) | | | | | | | 287 | | | | 281,769 | |
4.75%, 10/20/2028(a) | | | | | | | 401 | | | | 389,187 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 670,956 | |
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Transportation - Railroads – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Lima Metro Line 2 Finance Ltd. 5.875%, 07/05/2034(a) | | | | | | | 161 | | | | 154,586 | |
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Transportation - Services – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
ENA Master Trust 4.00%, 05/19/2048(a) | | | | | | | 457 | | | | 338,466 | |
ERAC USA Finance LLC 4.599%, 05/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 185 | | | | 184,550 | |
4.90%, 05/01/2033(a) | | | | | | | 225 | | | | 224,991 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 748,007 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 26,712,815 | |
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Financial Institutions – 13.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Banking – 9.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AIB Group PLC 7.583%, 10/14/2026(a) | | | | | | | 845 | | | | 872,446 | |
American Express Co. 4.90%, 02/13/2026 | | | | | | | 221 | | | | 222,547 | |
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| | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Banco de Credito del Peru S.A. 3.125%, 07/01/2030(a) | | U.S.$ | | | 635 | | | $ | 582,533 | |
Banco Santander SA 4.175%, 03/24/2028 | | | | | 400 | | | | 379,984 | |
Bank of America Corp. 4.376%, 04/27/2028 | | | | | 503 | | | | 488,398 | |
Bank of Ireland Group PLC 6.253%, 09/16/2026(a) | | | | | 215 | | | | 214,594 | |
Barclays PLC 7.385%, 11/02/2028 | | | | | 384 | | | | 410,120 | |
BNP Paribas SA 4.625%, 02/25/2031(a)(b) | | | | | 463 | | | | 330,443 | |
Capital One Financial Corp. 5.468%, 02/01/2029 | | | | | 118 | | | | 116,060 | |
Citigroup, Inc. Series W 4.00%, 12/10/2025(b) | | | | | 329 | | | | 287,138 | |
Cooperatieve Rabobank UA 5.564%, 02/28/2029(a) | | | | | 487 | | | | 493,760 | |
Credit Suisse Group AG 3.091%, 05/14/2032(a) | | | | | 319 | | | | 257,037 | |
4.194%, 04/01/2031(a) | | | | | 396 | | | | 350,991 | |
6.373%, 07/15/2026(a) | | | | | 369 | | | | 359,934 | |
Danske Bank A/S 4.298%, 04/01/2028(a) | | | | | 360 | | | | 341,600 | |
6.466%, 01/09/2026(a) | | | | | 258 | | | | 258,880 | |
Deutsche Bank AG/New York NY 3.961%, 11/26/2025 | | | | | 265 | | | | 252,908 | |
6.119%, 07/14/2026 | | | | | 294 | | | | 290,737 | |
Discover Bank 4.682%, 08/09/2028 | | | | | 250 | | | | 231,788 | |
Federation des Caisses Desjardins du Quebec 4.55%, 08/23/2027(a) | | | | | 464 | | | | 456,042 | |
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The) Series V 4.125%, 11/10/2026(b) | | | | | 268 | | | | 225,010 | |
HSBC Holdings PLC 4.292%, 09/12/2026 | | | | | 240 | | | | 232,867 | |
4.583%, 06/19/2029 | | | | | 224 | | | | 215,022 | |
7.336%, 11/03/2026 | | | | | 323 | | | | 338,953 | |
8.113%, 11/03/2033 | | | | | 277 | | | | 312,902 | |
Intesa Sanpaolo SpA 5.017%, 06/26/2024(a) | | | | | 288 | | | | 280,875 | |
7.00%, 11/21/2025(a) | | | | | 214 | | | | 218,567 | |
KBC Group NV 5.796%, 01/19/2029(a) | | | | | 232 | | | | 235,197 | |
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Lloyds Banking Group PLC 7.50%, 06/27/2024(b) | | U.S.$ | | | 381 | | | $ | 365,253 | |
7.953%, 11/15/2033 | | | | | 504 | | | | 562,398 | |
Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group, Inc. 5.475%, 02/22/2031 | | | | | 206 | | | | 209,129 | |
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. 5.414%, 09/13/2028 | | | | | 444 | | | | 448,498 | |
5.739%, 05/27/2031 | | | | | 487 | | | | 498,717 | |
Morgan Stanley 0.406%, 10/29/2027 | | EUR | | | 309 | | | | 298,233 | |
4.21%, 04/20/2028 | | U.S.$ | | | 358 | | | | 347,081 | |
6.296%, 10/18/2028 | | | | | 144 | | | | 151,304 | |
Series G 3.772%, 01/24/2029 | | | | | 515 | | | | 487,715 | |
Nationwide Building Society 2.972%, 02/16/2028(a) | | | | | 398 | | | | 363,673 | |
NatWest Group PLC 4.269%, 03/22/2025 | | | | | 481 | | | | 474,175 | |
7.472%, 11/10/2026 | | | | | 260 | | | | 271,606 | |
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (The) 5.068%, 01/24/2034 | | | | | 112 | | | | 110,277 | |
Santander Holdings USA, Inc. 6.499%, 03/09/2029 | | | | | 260 | | | | 261,274 | |
Santander UK Group Holdings PLC 6.833%, 11/21/2026 | | | | | 607 | | | | 617,780 | |
Societe Generale SA 2.797%, 01/19/2028(a) | | | | | 778 | | | | 696,333 | |
Standard Chartered PLC 3.971%, 03/30/2026(a) | | | | | 268 | | | | 258,601 | |
6.00%, 07/26/2025(a)(b) | | | | | 478 | | | | 456,385 | |
6.783% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.51%), 01/30/2027(a)(b)(c) | | | | | 400 | | | | 352,000 | |
Swedbank AB Series NC5 5.625%, 09/17/2024(a)(b) | | | | | 400 | | | | 377,136 | |
Truist Financial Corp. 1.95%, 06/05/2030 | | | | | 63 | | | | 50,753 | |
5.122%, 01/26/2034 | | | | | 304 | | | | 294,719 | |
UBS Group AG 7.00%, 02/19/2025(a)(b) | | | | | 312 | | | | 295,832 | |
UniCredit SpA 1.982%, 06/03/2027(a) | | | | | 205 | | | | 181,579 | |
2.569%, 09/22/2026(a) | | | | | 391 | | | | 355,544 | |
3.127%, 06/03/2032(a) | | | | | 356 | | | | 285,516 | |
US Bancorp Series J 5.30%, 04/15/2027(b) | | | | | 380 | | | | 319,405 | |
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Wells Fargo & Co. 3.584%, 05/22/2028 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 191 | | | $ | 180,464 | |
Series BB 3.90%, 03/15/2026(b) | | | | | | | 273 | | | | 237,775 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 19,066,488 | |
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Brokerage – 0.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Charles Schwab Corp. (The) Series G 5.375%, 06/01/2025(b) | | | | | | | 260 | | | | 248,318 | |
Series I 4.00%, 06/01/2026(b) | | | | | | | 469 | | | | 392,764 | |
Nomura Holdings, Inc. 5.709%, 01/09/2026 | | | | | | | 324 | | | | 325,494 | |
Voya Financial, Inc. 5.65%, 05/15/2053 | | | | | | | 180 | | | | 179,904 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,146,480 | |
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Finance – 1.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Air Lease Corp. 2.875%, 01/15/2026 | | | | | | | 72 | | | | 67,247 | |
3.625%, 04/01/2027 | | | | | | | 34 | | | | 31,934 | |
Aircastle Ltd. 2.85%, 01/26/2028(a) | | | | | | | 835 | | | | 726,367 | |
4.125%, 05/01/2024 | | | | | | | 152 | | | | 148,758 | |
5.25%, 08/11/2025(a) | | | | | | | 384 | | | | 376,554 | |
Aviation Capital Group LLC 1.95%, 01/30/2026(a) | | | | | | | 449 | | | | 402,084 | |
1.95%, 09/20/2026(a) | | | | | | | 133 | | | | 116,093 | |
3.50%, 11/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 136 | | | | 122,910 | |
4.125%, 08/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 5 | | | | 4,775 | |
4.375%, 01/30/2024(a) | | | | | | | 135 | | | | 132,697 | |
4.875%, 10/01/2025(a) | | | | | | | 153 | | | | 148,190 | |
5.50%, 12/15/2024(a) | | | | | | | 381 | | | | 375,849 | |
Synchrony Financial 2.875%, 10/28/2031 | | | | | | | 420 | | | | 309,821 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 2,963,279 | |
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Insurance – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Guardian Life Insurance Co. of America (The) 4.85%, 01/24/2077(a) | | | | | | | 294 | | | | 258,523 | |
MetLife Capital Trust IV 7.875%, 12/15/2037(a) | | | | | | | 699 | | | | 740,157 | |
Swiss Re Finance Luxembourg SA 5.00%, 04/02/2049(a) | | | | | | | 400 | | | | 382,412 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 1,381,092 | |
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REITs – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
GLP Capital LP/GLP Financing II, Inc. 3.25%, 01/15/2032 | | | | | | | 397 | | | | 327,223 | |
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Vornado Realty LP 3.40%, 06/01/2031 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 709 | | | $ | 501,915 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 829,138 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 25,386,477 | |
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Utility – 0.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 0.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AES Panama Generation Holdings SRL 4.375%, 05/31/2030(a) | | | | | | | 274 | | | | 236,328 | |
Chile Electricity Pec SpA Zero Coupon, 01/25/2028(a) | | | | | | | 679 | | | | 505,770 | |
Duke Energy Carolinas NC Storm Funding LLC Series A-2 2.617%, 07/01/2041 | | | | | | | 306 | | | | 236,590 | |
Engie Energia Chile SA 3.40%, 01/28/2030(a) | | | | | | | 349 | | | | 285,918 | |
NRG Energy, Inc. 7.00%, 03/15/2033(a) | | | | | | | 362 | | | | 376,046 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 1,640,652 | |
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Total Corporates - Investment Grade (cost $58,394,478) | | | | | | | | | | | 53,739,944 | |
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GOVERNMENTS - TREASURIES – 19.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
United States – 19.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bonds 1.25%, 05/15/2050 | | | | | | | 3,036 | | | | 1,767,638 | |
2.375%, 02/15/2042 | | | | | | | 734 | | | | 591,444 | |
3.125%, 08/15/2044(d) | | | | | | | 1,549 | | | | 1,386,713 | |
3.25%, 05/15/2042 | | | | | | | 1,116 | | | | 1,032,403 | |
3.375%, 08/15/2042 | | | | | | | 992 | | | | 933,227 | |
3.875%, 02/15/2043 | | | | | | | 1,637 | | | | 1,652,549 | |
4.00%, 11/15/2042 | | | | | | | 2,061 | | | | 2,119,417 | |
U.S. Treasury Notes 3.50%, 01/31/2028 | | | | | | | 5,279 | | | | 5,263,029 | |
3.50%, 04/30/2028 | | | | | | | 2,117 | | | | 2,117,131 | |
3.50%, 02/15/2033 | | | | | | | 4,074 | | | | 4,089,814 | |
3.875%, 03/31/2025 | | | | | | | 903 | | | | 899,165 | |
3.875%, 11/30/2027 | | | | | | | 10,370 | | | | 10,501,549 | |
3.875%, 12/31/2027 | | | | | | | 2,615 | | | | 2,647,181 | |
4.00%, 02/29/2028 | | | | | | | 1,315 | | | | 1,341,199 | |
4.125%, 10/31/2027 | | | | | | | 1,364 | | | | 1,393,411 | |
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Total Governments - Treasuries (cost $37,797,543) | | | | | | | | | | | 37,735,870 | |
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MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGHS – 18.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Agency Fixed Rate 30-Year – 17.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Series 2019 3.50%, 10/01/2049 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 179 | | | $ | 169,660 | |
3.50%, 11/01/2049 | | | | | | | 233 | | | | 219,603 | |
Series 2022 2.00%, 03/01/2052 | | | | | | | 1,919 | | | | 1,602,482 | |
2.50%, 04/01/2052 | | | | | | | 2,252 | | | | 1,960,130 | |
3.00%, 03/01/2052 | | | | | | | 1,266 | | | | 1,144,224 | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Gold Series 2005 5.50%, 01/01/2035 | | | | | | | 73 | | | | 76,228 | |
Series 2007 5.50%, 07/01/2035 | | | | | | | 12 | | | | 12,626 | |
Series 2016 4.00%, 02/01/2046 | | | | | | | 514 | | | | 502,936 | |
Series 2017 4.00%, 07/01/2044 | | | | | | | 338 | | | | 330,956 | |
Series 2018 4.50%, 03/01/2048 | | | | | | | 138 | | | | 137,491 | |
4.50%, 10/01/2048 | | | | | | | 323 | | | | 321,588 | |
4.50%, 11/01/2048 | | | | | | | 422 | | | | 420,589 | |
5.00%, 11/01/2048 | | | | | | | 158 | | | | 160,689 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association Series 2003 5.50%, 04/01/2033 | | | | | | | 23 | | | | 23,285 | |
5.50%, 07/01/2033 | | | | | | | 50 | | | | 51,293 | |
Series 2004 5.50%, 04/01/2034 | | | | | | | 6 | | | | 6,295 | |
5.50%, 05/01/2034 | | | | | | | 15 | | | | 15,256 | |
5.50%, 11/01/2034 | | | | | | | 21 | | | | 22,227 | |
5.50%, 01/01/2035 | | | | | | | 203 | | | | 211,493 | |
Series 2005 5.50%, 02/01/2035 | | | | | | | 30 | | | | 30,743 | |
Series 2007 5.50%, 08/01/2037 | | | | | | | 150 | | | | 155,495 | |
Series 2010 4.00%, 12/01/2040 | | | | | | | 208 | | | | 203,430 | |
Series 2012 3.50%, 02/01/2042 | | | | | | | 140 | | | | 133,267 | |
3.50%, 11/01/2042 | | | | | | | 1,463 | | | | 1,391,593 | |
3.50%, 01/01/2043 | | | | | | | 246 | | | | 234,235 | |
Series 2013 3.50%, 04/01/2043 | | | | | | | 830 | | | | 788,883 | |
4.00%, 10/01/2043 | | | | | | | 511 | | | | 499,201 | |
Series 2016 3.50%, 01/01/2047 | | | | | | | 377 | | | | 355,730 | |
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Series 2018 4.50%, 09/01/2048 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 730 | | | $ | 726,518 | |
Series 2019 3.50%, 08/01/2049 | | | | | | | 557 | | | | 525,220 | |
3.50%, 09/01/2049 | | | | | | | 261 | | | | 246,346 | |
3.50%, 11/01/2049 | | | | | | | 487 | | | | 459,060 | |
Series 2021 2.00%, 07/01/2051 | | | | | | | 1,978 | | | | 1,645,301 | |
2.50%, 01/01/2052 | | | | | | | 644 | | | | 561,339 | |
Series 2022 2.50%, 03/01/2052 | | | | | | | 1,396 | | | | 1,212,425 | |
2.50%, 04/01/2052 | | | | | | | 1,455 | | | | 1,266,117 | |
2.50%, 05/01/2052 | | | | | | | 1,874 | | | | 1,630,870 | |
3.00%, 02/01/2052 | | | | | | | 1,651 | | | | 1,491,751 | |
3.00%, 03/01/2052 | | | | | | | 2,090 | | | | 1,888,835 | |
Government National Mortgage Association Series 2016 3.00%, 04/20/2046 | | | | | | | 72 | | | | 66,753 | |
3.00%, 05/20/2046 | | | | | | | 174 | | | | 161,387 | |
Series 2023 4.00%, 05/18/2053, TBA | | | | | | | 994 | | | | 955,852 | |
4.50%, 05/18/2053, TBA | | | | | | | 2,589 | | | | 2,538,054 | |
5.00%, 05/18/2053, TBA | | | | | | | 2,900 | | | | 2,886,598 | |
Uniform Mortgage-Backed Security Series 2023 2.00%, 05/11/2053, TBA | | | | | | | 2,680 | | | | 2,227,366 | |
4.00%, 06/25/2052, TBA | | | | | | | 649 | | | | 620,194 | |
5.50%, 05/11/2053, TBA | | | | | | | 1,913 | | | | 1,928,842 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 34,220,456 | |
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Agency Fixed Rate 15-Year – 0.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association Series 2016 2.50%, 08/01/2031 | | | | | | | 97 | | | | 91,689 | |
2.50%, 11/01/2031 | | | | | | | 436 | | | | 413,122 | |
2.50%, 12/01/2031 | | | | | | | 569 | | | | 539,162 | |
2.50%, 01/01/2032 | | | | | | | 142 | | | | 134,097 | |
Series 2017 2.50%, 02/01/2032 | | | | | | | 610 | | | | 578,137 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 1,756,207 | |
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Agency ARMs – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Series 2006 4.25% (LIBOR 12 Month + 2.00%), 01/01/2037(c) | | | | | | | 8 | | | | 8,086 | |
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Total Mortgage Pass-Throughs (cost $37,982,279) | | | | | | | | | | | 35,984,749 | |
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COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS – 11.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Risk Share Floating Rate – 10.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Bellemeade Re Ltd. Series 2019-2A, Class M2 8.12% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.10%), 04/25/2029(a)(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 325 | | | $ | 331,055 | |
Series 2019-3A, Class M1C 6.97% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.95%), 07/25/2029(a)(c) | | | | | | | 236 | | | | 235,777 | |
Series 2019-4A, Class M2 7.87% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.85%), 10/25/2029(a)(c) | | | | | | | 540 | | | | 540,933 | |
Series 2021-1A, Class M1C 7.765% (SOFR + 2.95%), 03/25/2031(a)(c) | | | | | | | 398 | | | | 398,471 | |
Series 2022-1, Class M1C 8.515% (SOFR + 3.70%), 01/26/2032(a)(c) | | | | | | | 672 | | | | 637,440 | |
Connecticut Avenue Securities Trust Series 2018-R07, Class 1M2 7.42% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.40%), 04/25/2031(a)(c) | | | | | | | 17 | | | | 17,087 | |
Series 2019-R01, Class 2M2 7.47% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.45%), 07/25/2031(a)(c) | | | | | | | 65 | | | | 65,100 | |
Series 2019-R02, Class 1M2 7.32% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.30%), 08/25/2031(a)(c) | | | | | | | 6 | | | | 5,679 | |
Series 2020-R01, Class 1B1 8.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.25%), 01/25/2040(a)(c) | | | | | | | 500 | | | | 485,315 | |
Series 2020-SBT1, Class 1M2 8.67% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.65%), 02/25/2040(a)(c) | | | | | | | 1,000 | | | | 1,012,190 | |
Series 2020-SBT1, Class 2M2 8.67% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.65%), 02/25/2040(a)(c) | | | | | | | 300 | | | | 304,128 | |
Series 2022-R01, Class 1B1 7.965% (SOFR + 3.15%), 12/25/2041(a)(c) | | | | | | | 625 | | | | 602,565 | |
Series 2022-R02, Class 2M1 6.015% (SOFR + 1.20%), 01/25/2042(a)(c) | | | | | | | 413 | | | | 410,296 | |
Series 2023-R02, Class 1M1 7.124% (SOFR + 2.30%), 01/25/2043(a)(c) | | | | | | | 225 | | | | 226,339 | |
Eagle Re Ltd. Series 2018-1, Class M2 8.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.00%), 11/25/2028(a)(c) | | | | | | | 325 | | | | 326,594 | |
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| | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Series 2019-1, Class M2 8.32% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.30%), 04/25/2029(a)(c) | | U.S.$ | | | 325 | | | $ | 327,917 | |
Series 2021-2, Class M1B 6.865% (SOFR + 2.05%), 04/25/2034(a)(c) | | | | | 254 | | | | 252,449 | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Structured Agency Credit Risk Debt Notes Series 2015-HQA2, Class M3 9.82% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.80%), 05/25/2028(c) | | | | | 159 | | | | 165,408 | |
Series 2016-HQA3, Class M3 8.87% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.85%), 03/25/2029(c) | | | | | 646 | | | | 669,841 | |
Series 2019-DNA1, Class B2 15.77% (LIBOR 1 Month + 10.75%), 01/25/2049(a)(c) | | | | | 750 | | | | 846,989 | |
Series 2019-FTR2, Class B1 8.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.00%), 11/25/2048(a)(c) | | | | | 750 | | | | 713,571 | |
Series 2019-FTR3, Class B2 9.645% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.80%), 09/25/2047(c)(e) | | | | | 700 | | | | 587,098 | |
Series 2020-DNA5, Class M2 7.615% (SOFR + 2.80%), 10/25/2050(a)(c) | | | | | 218 | | | | 221,927 | |
Series 2021-DNA3, Class B1 8.315% (SOFR + 3.50%), 10/25/2033(a)(c) | | | | | 651 | | | | 635,978 | |
Series 2021-DNA6, Class M2 6.315% (SOFR + 1.50%), 10/25/2041(a)(c) | | | | | 828 | | | | 797,476 | |
Series 2021-HQA4, Class M2 7.165% (SOFR + 2.35%), 12/25/2041(a)(c) | | | | | 513 | | | | 479,409 | |
Series 2022-DNA1, Class M2 7.315% (SOFR + 2.50%), 01/25/2042(a)(c) | | | | | 806 | | | | 758,376 | |
Series 2022-DNA2, Class M2 8.565% (SOFR + 3.75%), 02/25/2042(a)(c) | | | | | 605 | | | | 592,837 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association Connecticut Avenue Securities Series 2015-C02, Class 1M2 9.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.00%), 05/25/2025(c) | | | | | 91 | | | | 94,685 | |
Series 2015-C03, Class 1M2 10.02% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.00%), 07/25/2025(c) | | | | | 92 | | | | 97,645 | |
Series 2015-C04, Class 1M2 10.72% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.70%), 04/25/2028(c) | | | | | 264 | | | | 282,317 | |
Series 2016-C02, Class 1B 17.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 12.25%), 09/25/2028(c) | | | | | 149 | | | | 166,521 | |
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Series 2016-C03, Class 1B 16.77% (LIBOR 1 Month + 11.75%), 10/25/2028(c) | | U.S.$ | | | 99 | | | $ | 110,115 | |
Series 2016-C06, Class 1B 14.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 9.25%), 04/25/2029(c) | | | | | 377 | | | | 393,512 | |
Series 2016-C07, Class 2B 14.52% (LIBOR 1 Month + 9.50%), 05/25/2029(c) | | | | | 378 | | | | 389,753 | |
Series 2017-C01, Class 1B1 10.77% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.75%), 07/25/2029(c) | | | | | 750 | | | | 845,301 | |
Series 2017-C02, Class 2B1 10.52% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.50%), 09/25/2029(c) | | | | | 750 | | | | 829,564 | |
Series 2017-C04, Class 2M2 7.87% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.85%), 11/25/2029(c) | | | | | 196 | | | | 199,181 | |
Series 2017-C06, Class 2B1 9.47% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.45%), 02/25/2030(c) | | | | | 750 | | | | 815,689 | |
Series 2017-C07, Class 2B1 9.47% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.45%), 05/25/2030(c) | | | | | 750 | | | | 808,125 | |
Series 2021-R02, Class 2B1 8.115% (SOFR + 3.30%), 11/25/2041(a)(c) | | | | | 441 | | | | 425,015 | |
JPMorgan Madison Avenue Securities Trust Series 2014-CH1, Class M2 9.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 4.25%), 11/25/2024(c)(e) | | | | | 19 | | | | 18,497 | |
PMT Credit Risk Transfer Trust Series 2019-2R, Class A 7.768% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.75%), 05/27/2023(a)(c) | | | | | 244 | | | | 238,938 | |
Series 2019-3R, Class A 8.718% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.70%), 11/27/2031(a)(c) | | | | | 96 | | | | 93,525 | |
Series 2020-1R, Class A 8.368% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.35%), 02/27/2023(c)(e) | | | | | 162 | | | | 156,165 | |
Radnor Re Ltd. Series 2019-1, Class M1B 6.97% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.95%), 02/25/2029(a)(c) | | | | | 635 | | | | 635,101 | |
Triangle Re Ltd. Series 2021-3, Class M1B 7.715% (SOFR + 2.90%), 02/25/2034(a)(c) | | | | | 530 | | | | 522,055 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
| |
Wells Fargo Credit Risk Transfer Securities Trust Series 2015-WF1, Class 1M2 10.27% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.25%), 11/25/2025(c)(e) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 117 | | | $ | 109,022 | |
Series 2015-WF1, Class 2M2 10.52% (LIBOR 1 Month + 5.50%), 11/25/2025(c)(e) | | | | | | | 27 | | | | 25,458 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 19,904,429 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Agency Floating Rate – 0.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. REMICs Series 4719, Class JS 1.202% (6.15% – LIBOR 1 Month), 09/15/2047(c)(f) | | | | | | | 581 | | | | 68,122 | |
Series 4981, Class HS 1.08% (6.10% – LIBOR 1 Month), 06/25/2050(c)(f) | | | | | | | 1,783 | | | | 211,799 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association REMICs Series 2015-90, Class SL 1.13% (6.15% – LIBOR 1 Month), 12/25/2045(c)(f) | | | | | | | 823 | | | | 96,213 | |
Series 2016-77, Class DS 0.98% (6.00% – LIBOR 1 Month), 10/25/2046(c)(f) | | | | | | | 655 | | | | 71,596 | |
Series 2017-26, Class TS 0.93% (5.95% – LIBOR 1 Month), 04/25/2047(c)(f) | | | | | | | 828 | | | | 99,004 | |
Series 2017-62, Class AS 1.13% (6.15% – LIBOR 1 Month), 08/25/2047(c)(f) | | | | | | | 706 | | | | 88,439 | |
Series 2017-97, Class LS 1.18% (6.20% – LIBOR 1 Month), 12/25/2047(c)(f) | | | | | | | 827 | | | | 105,552 | |
Government National Mortgage Association Series 2017-65, Class ST 1.197% (6.15% – LIBOR 1 Month), 04/20/2047(c)(f) | | | | | | | 776 | | | | 92,470 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 833,195 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-Agency Fixed Rate – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Alternative Loan Trust Series 2006-24CB, Class A16 5.75%, 08/25/2036 | | | | | | | 185 | | | | 104,587 | |
Series 2006-28CB, Class A14 6.25%, 10/25/2036 | | | | | | | 0 | ** | | | 5 | |
Series 2006-J1, Class 1A13 5.50%, 02/25/2036 | | | | | | | 81 | | | | 59,010 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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CHL Mortgage Pass-Through Trust Series 2006-13, Class 1A19 6.25%, 09/25/2036 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 46 | | | $ | 18,519 | |
JPMorgan Alternative Loan Trust Series 2006-A3, Class 2A1 3.882%, 07/25/2036 | | | | | | | 355 | | | | 278,589 | |
Structured Asset Securities Corp. Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates Series 2002-3, Class B3 6.50%, 03/25/2032 | | | | | | | 452 | | | | 82,720 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 543,430 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-Agency Floating Rate – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Deutsche Alt-A Securities Mortgage Loan Trust Series 2006-AR4, Class A2 5.40% (LIBOR 1 Month + 0.38%), 12/25/2036(c) | | | | | | | 433 | | | | 151,449 | |
HomeBanc Mortgage Trust Series 2005-1, Class A1 5.52% (LIBOR 1 Month + 0.50%), 03/25/2035(c) | | | | | | | 71 | | | | 57,840 | |
Impac Secured Assets Corp. Series 2005-2, Class A2D 5.88% (LIBOR 1 Month + 0.86%), 03/25/2036(c) | | | | | | | 133 | | | | 104,056 | |
JPMorgan Chase Bank, NA Series 2019-CL1, Class M3 7.12% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.10%), 04/25/2047(a)(c) | | | | | | | 87 | | | | 82,506 | |
Residential Accredit Loans, Inc. Trust Series 2007-QS4, Class 2A4 5.36% (LIBOR 1 Month + 0.34%), 03/25/2037(c) | | | | | | | 497 | | | | 102,767 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 498,618 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Agency Fixed Rate – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Federal National Mortgage Association Grantor Trust Series 2004-T5, Class AB4 5.385%, 05/28/2035 | | | | | | | 56 | | | | 50,480 | |
Federal National Mortgage Association REMICs Series 2016-31, Class IO 5.00%, 06/25/2046(g) | | | | | | | 2,518 | | | | 394,596 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 445,076 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Total Collateralized Mortgage Obligations (cost $23,734,157) | | | | | | | | | | | 22,224,748 | |
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ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES – 7.6% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other ABS - Fixed Rate – 4.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AB Issuer LLC Series 2021-1, Class A2 3.734%, 07/30/2051(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 739 | | | $ | 617,792 | |
ACHV ABS TRUST Series 2023-2PL, Class A 6.42%, 05/20/2030(a) | | | | | | | 311 | | | | 311,327 | |
Affirm Asset Securitization Trust Series 2021-Z1, Class A 1.07%, 08/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 83 | | | | 80,662 | |
Series 2021-Z2, Class A 1.17%, 11/16/2026(a) | | | | | | | 86 | | | | 82,667 | |
Series 2022-X1, Class A 1.75%, 02/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 154 | | | | 149,817 | |
Atalaya Equipment Leasing Trust Series 2021-1A, Class C 2.69%, 06/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 600 | | | | 562,154 | |
Cajun Global LLC Series 2021-1, Class A2 3.931%, 11/20/2051(a) | | | | | | | 138 | | | | 119,413 | |
College Ave Student Loans LLC Series 2021-C, Class C 3.06%, 07/26/2055(a) | | | | | | | 213 | | | | 176,455 | |
Dext ABS LLC Series 2021-1, Class C 2.29%, 09/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 519 | | | | 467,786 | |
Series 2021-1, Class D 2.81%, 03/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 260 | | | | 225,751 | |
Series 2023-1, Class A2 5.99%, 03/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 467 | | | | 466,954 | |
Diamond Issuer Series 2021-1A, Class B 2.701%, 11/20/2051(a) | | | | | | | 566 | | | | 477,317 | |
Domino’s Pizza Master Issuer LLC Series 2021-1A, Class A2I 2.662%, 04/25/2051(a) | | | | | | | 408 | | | | 352,188 | |
GCI Funding I LLC Series 2021-1, Class A 2.38%, 06/18/2046(a) | | | | | | | 252 | | | | 218,145 | |
Hardee’s Funding LLC Series 2018-1A, Class A23 5.71%, 06/20/2048(a) | | | | | | | 325 | | | | 305,906 | |
Series 2020-1A, Class A2 3.981%, 12/20/2050(a) | | | | | | | 978 | | | | 849,125 | |
MVW LLC Series 2021-2A, Class C 2.23%, 05/20/2039(a) | | | | | | | 618 | | | | 554,761 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Neighborly Issuer Series 2022-1A, Class A2 3.695%, 01/30/2052(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 363 | | | $ | 302,369 | |
Series 2023-1A, Class A2 7.308%, 01/30/2053(a) | | | | | | | 395 | | | | 390,051 | |
Neighborly Issuer LLC Series 2021-1A, Class A2 3.584%, 04/30/2051(a) | | | | | | | 298 | | | | 252,074 | |
Nelnet Student Loan Trust Series 2021-BA, Class B 2.68%, 04/20/2062(a) | | | | | | | 220 | | | | 182,916 | |
SEB Funding LLC Series 2021-1A, Class A2 4.969%, 01/30/2052(a) | | | | | | | 690 | | | | 609,768 | |
Upstart Securitization Trust Series 2021-3, Class B 1.66%, 07/20/2031(a) | | | | | | | 480 | | | | 458,051 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 8,213,449 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Autos - Fixed Rate – 3.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Avis Budget Rental Car Funding AESOP LLC Series 2023-3A, Class A 5.44%, 02/22/2028(a) | | | | | | | 475 | | | | 478,649 | |
Carvana Auto Receivables Trust Series 2021-N3, Class C 1.02%, 06/12/2028 | | | | | | | 168 | | | | 159,016 | |
Series 2021-N4, Class D 2.30%, 09/11/2028 | | | | | | | 266 | | | | 247,968 | |
CPS Auto Receivables Trust Series 2021-C, Class D 1.69%, 06/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 470 | | | | 436,423 | |
FHF Trust Series 2021-2A, Class A 0.83%, 12/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 141 | | | | 134,261 | |
Series 2023-1A, Class A2 6.57%, 06/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 211 | | | | 211,246 | |
Flagship Credit Auto Trust Series 2019-3, Class E 3.84%, 12/15/2026(a) | | | | | | | 960 | | | | 873,632 | |
Series 2020-1, Class E 3.52%, 06/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 1,000 | | | | 915,955 | |
Ford Credit Auto Owner Trust Series 2021-1, Class D 2.31%, 10/17/2033(a) | | | | | | | 542 | | | | 479,601 | |
Hertz Vehicle Financing III LLC Series 2022-1A, Class C 2.63%, 06/25/2026(a) | | | | | | | 450 | | | | 413,847 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Lendbuzz Securitization Trust Series 2023-1A, Class A2 6.92%, 08/15/2028(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 659 | | | $ | 660,123 | |
Octane Receivables Trust Series 2021-2A, Class C 2.53%, 05/21/2029(a) | | | | | | | 541 | | | | 478,278 | |
Santander Bank Auto Credit-Linked Notes Series 2022-A, Class B 5.281%, 05/15/2032(a) | | | | | | | 325 | | | | 317,816 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 5,806,815 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
Credit Cards - Fixed Rate – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Brex Commercial Charge Card Master Trust Series 2022-1, Class A 4.63%, 07/15/2025(a) | | | | | | | 565 | | | | 551,268 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | |
Total Asset-Backed Securities (cost $15,955,805) | | | | | | | | | | | 14,571,532 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
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COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES – 5.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Non-Agency Fixed Rate CMBS – 3.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BAMLL Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2013-WBRK, Class D 3.652%, 03/10/2037(a) | | | | | | | 960 | | | | 806,017 | |
Citigroup Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2013-GC17, Class D 5.261%, 11/10/2046(a) | | | | | | | 565 | | | | 509,299 | |
Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2014-LC17, Class B 4.49%, 10/10/2047 | | | | | | | 800 | | | | 766,749 | |
GS Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2011-GC5, Class D 5.298%, 08/10/2044(a) | | | | | | | 252 | | | | 94,340 | |
GSF Series 2021-1, Class A1 1.433%, 08/15/2026(e)(h) | | | | | | | 277 | | | | 261,435 | |
Series 2021-1, Class A2 2.435%, 08/15/2026(e)(h) | | | | | | | 719 | | | | 686,383 | |
Series 2021-1, Class AS 2.638%, 08/15/2026(e)(h) | | | | | | | 25 | | | | 22,624 | |
HFX Funding Issuer Series 2017-1A, Class A3 3.647%, 03/15/2035(e) | | | | | | | 710 | | | | 675,605 | |
JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2014-C24, Class C 4.529%, 11/15/2047 | | | | | | | 890 | | | | 600,794 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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JPMorgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2012-C6, Class D 5.129%, 05/15/2045 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 592 | | | $ | 533,863 | |
LB-UBS Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2006-C6, Class AJ 5.452%, 09/15/2039 | | | | | | | 77 | | | | 32,271 | |
LSTAR Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2016-4, Class A2 2.579%, 03/10/2049(a) | | | | | | | 129 | | | | 128,992 | |
Wells Fargo Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2016-LC24, Class XA 1.749%, 10/15/2049(g) | | | | | | | 7,370 | | | | 308,802 | |
Series 2016-LC25, Class C 4.488%, 12/15/2059 | | | | | | | 545 | | | | 474,770 | |
Series 2016-NXS6, Class C 4.533%, 11/15/2049 | | | | | | | 600 | | | | 526,195 | |
WF-RBS Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2013-C11, Class B 3.714%, 03/15/2045 | | | | | | | 263 | | | | 230,410 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 6,658,549 | |
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Non-Agency Floating Rate CMBS – 1.8% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
BAMLL Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2017-SCH, Class AF 5.948% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.00%), 11/15/2033(a)(c) | | | | | | | 1,330 | | | | 1,267,873 | |
BBCMS Mortgage Trust Series 2020-BID, Class A 7.088% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.14%), 10/15/2037(a)(c) | | | | | | | 692 | | | | 668,872 | |
BX Commercial Mortgage Trust Series 2019-IMC, Class D 6.848% (LIBOR 1 Month + 1.90%), 04/15/2034(a)(c) | | | | | | | 142 | | | | 136,267 | |
Series 2019-IMC, Class E 7.098% (LIBOR 1 Month + 2.15%), 04/15/2034(a)(c) | | | | | | | 566 | | | | 543,015 | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Series 2021-MN1, Class M1 6.56% (SOFR + 2.00%), 01/25/2051(a)(c) | | | | | | | 72 | | | | 68,387 | |
Morgan Stanley Capital I Trust Series 2019-BPR, Class C 8.248% (LIBOR 1 Month + 3.30%), 05/15/2036(a)(c) | | | | | | | 520 | | | | 492,422 | |
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Natixis Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust Series 2019-MILE, Class A 6.469% (SOFR + 1.58%), 07/15/2036(a)(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 379 | | | $ | 353,657 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 3,530,493 | |
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Agency CMBS – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Government National Mortgage Association Series 2006-39, Class IO 0.00%, 07/16/2046(g) | | | | | | | 175 | | | | 2 | |
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Total Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities (cost $11,461,783) | | | | | | | | | | | 10,189,044 | |
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COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS – 4.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CLO - Floating Rate – 4.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AGL CLO 12 Ltd. Series 2021-12A, Class D 8.10% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.85%), 07/20/2034(a)(c) | | | | | | | 500 | | | | 455,782 | |
Balboa Bay Loan Funding Ltd. Series 2021-1A, Class D 8.30% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.05%), 07/20/2034(a)(c) | | | | | | | 709 | | | | 625,095 | |
Ballyrock CLO 16 Ltd. Series 2021-16A, Class C 8.15% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.90%), 07/20/2034(a)(c) | | | | | | | 400 | | | | 359,508 | |
Elevation CLO Ltd. Series 2020-11A, Class D1 9.11% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.85%), 04/15/2033(a)(c) | | | | | | | 1,000 | | | | 915,879 | |
Elmwood CLO IX Ltd. Series 2021-2A, Class D 8.20% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.95%), 07/20/2034(a)(c) | | | | | | | 700 | | | | 668,563 | |
Flatiron CLO 21 Ltd. Series 2021-1A, Class D 8.165% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.90%), 07/19/2034(a)(c) | | | | | | | 700 | | | | 646,713 | |
Goldentree Loan Management US CLO 7 Ltd. Series 2020-7A, Class AR 6.32% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.07%), 04/20/2034(a)(c) | | | | | | | 581 | | | | 571,477 | |
OCP CLO Ltd. Series 2020-18A, Class AR 6.34% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.09%), 07/20/2032(a)(c) | | | | | | | 761 | | | | 749,005 | |
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Peace Park CLO Ltd. Series 2021-1A, Class D 8.20% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.95%), 10/20/2034(a)(c) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 300 | | | $ | 281,340 | |
Pikes Peak CLO 8 Series 2021-8A, Class A 6.42% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.17%), 07/20/2034(a)(c) | | | | | | | 675 | | | | 662,762 | |
Regatta XX Funding Ltd. Series 2021-2A, Class A 6.42% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.16%), 10/15/2034(a)(c) | | | | | | | 1,019 | | | | 994,082 | |
Rockford Tower CLO Ltd. Series 2021-1A, Class D 8.25% (LIBOR 3 Month + 3.00%), 07/20/2034(a)(c) | | | | | | | 711 | | | | 638,776 | |
Series 2021-2A, Class A1 6.41% (LIBOR 3 Month + 1.16%), 07/20/2034(a)(c) | | | | | | | 504 | | | | 490,961 | |
Voya CLO Ltd. Series 2019-1A, Class DR 8.11% (LIBOR 3 Month + 2.85%), 04/15/2031(a)(c) | | | | | | | 210 | | | | 185,361 | |
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Total Collateralized Loan Obligations (cost $8,769,709) | | | | | | | | | | | 8,245,304 | |
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CORPORATES - NON-INVESTMENT GRADE – 2.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 1.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Sealed Air Corp. 4.00%, 12/01/2027(a) | | | | | | | 379 | | | | 355,009 | |
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Capital Goods – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
TK Elevator Midco GmbH 4.375%, 07/15/2027(a) | | | EUR | | | | 181 | | | | 177,880 | |
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Communications - Media – 0.7% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Altice Financing SA 3.00%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 181 | | | | 154,429 | |
CCO Holdings LLC/CCO Holdings Capital Corp. 4.50%, 08/15/2030(a) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 136 | | | | 114,708 | |
4.50%, 06/01/2033(a) | | | | | | | 483 | | | | 385,105 | |
4.75%, 02/01/2032(a) | | | | | | | 146 | | | | 120,824 | |
DISH DBS Corp. 5.75%, 12/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 322 | | | | 229,512 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Summer BC Holdco B SARL 5.75%, 10/31/2026(a) | | | EUR | | | | 181 | | | $ | 173,297 | |
VZ Vendor Financing II BV 2.875%, 01/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 181 | | | | 156,448 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,334,323 | |
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Communications - Telecommunications – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Altice France SA/France 3.375%, 01/15/2028(a) | | | | | | | 181 | | | | 152,469 | |
Lorca Telecom Bondco SA 4.00%, 09/18/2027(a) | | | | | | | 181 | | | | 183,337 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 335,806 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Automotive – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Ford Motor Co. 6.10%, 08/19/2032 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 232 | | | | 221,228 | |
ZF North America Capital, Inc. 6.875%, 04/14/2028(a) | | | | | | | 289 | | | | 297,130 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 518,358 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Entertainment – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Carnival Corp. 4.00%, 08/01/2028(a) | | | | | | | 712 | | | | 617,340 | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Organon & Co./Organon Foreign Debt Co-Issuer BV 2.875%, 04/30/2028(a) | | | EUR | | | | 100 | | | | 95,419 | |
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Services – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
APCOA Parking Holdings GmbH 4.625%, 01/15/2027(a) | | | | | | | 181 | | | | 171,538 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 3,605,673 | |
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Utility – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Vistra Corp. 7.00%, 12/15/2026(a)(b) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 218 | | | | 195,862 | |
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Total Corporates - Non-Investment Grade (cost $4,460,220) | | | | | | | | | | | 3,801,535 | |
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LOCAL GOVERNMENTS - US MUNICIPAL BONDS – 1.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
United States – 1.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
State of California Series 2010 7.625%, 03/01/2040 | | | | | | | 970 | | | | 1,264,627 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Tobacco Settlement Finance Authority/WV (Tobacco Settlement Finance Authority/WV) Series 2020 3.00%, 06/01/2035 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 189 | | | $ | 188,758 | |
University of California Series 2021-B 3.071%, 05/15/2051 | | | | | | | 730 | | | | 527,834 | |
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Total Local Governments - US Municipal Bonds (cost $2,255,490) | | | | | | | | | | | 1,981,219 | |
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EMERGING MARKETS - CORPORATE BONDS – 1.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Industrial – 1.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Basic – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Stillwater Mining Co. 4.00%, 11/16/2026(a) | | | | | | | 446 | | | | 400,090 | |
Volcan Cia Minera SAA 4.375%, 02/11/2026(a) | | | | | | | 76 | | | | 57,418 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 457,508 | |
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Capital Goods – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Embraer Netherlands Finance BV 5.40%, 02/01/2027 | | | | | | | 540 | | | | 519,750 | |
Odebrecht Holdco Finance Ltd. Zero Coupon, 09/10/2058(a) | | | | | | | 477 | | | | 1,527 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 521,277 | |
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Communications - Media – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Globo Comunicacao e Participacoes SA 4.875%, 01/22/2030(a) | | | | | | | 417 | | | | 334,981 | |
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Consumer Cyclical - Other – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Wynn Macau Ltd. 5.625%, 08/26/2028(a) | | | | | | | 330 | | | | 286,894 | |
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Consumer Non-Cyclical – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Natura Cosmeticos SA 4.125%, 05/03/2028(a) | | | | | | | 283 | | | | 234,501 | |
Virgolino de Oliveira Finance SA 10.50%, 01/28/2018(e)(h)(i)(j)(k) | | | | | | | 660 | | | | 66 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 234,567 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 1,835,227 | |
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Utility – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Electric – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Terraform Global Operating LP 6.125%, 03/01/2026(e) | | | | | | | 60 | | | | 57,520 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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Financial Institutions – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Other Finance – 0.0% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
OEC Finance Ltd. 5.25%, 12/27/2033(a)(l)(m) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 206 | | | $ | 7,145 | |
7.125%, 12/26/2046(a)(l)(m) | | | | | | | 261 | | | | 13,547 | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | 20,692 | |
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Total Emerging Markets - Corporate Bonds (cost $3,091,810) | | | | | | | | | | | 1,913,439 | |
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QUASI-SOVEREIGNS – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Quasi-Sovereign Bonds – 0.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Hungary – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Magyar Export-Import Bank Zrt 6.125%, 12/04/2027(a) | | | | | | | 387 | | | | 389,365 | |
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Mexico – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Comision Federal de Electricidad 3.348%, 02/09/2031(a) | | | | | | | 374 | | | | 297,985 | |
4.688%, 05/15/2029(a) | | | | | | | 295 | | | | 265,555 | |
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| | | | | | | | | | | 563,540 | |
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Total Quasi-Sovereigns (cost $1,053,011) | | | | | | | | | | | 952,905 | |
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EMERGING MARKETS - SOVEREIGNS – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dominican Republic – 0.3% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Dominican Republic International Bond 4.875%, 09/23/2032(a) (cost $763,000) | | | | | | | 763 | | | | 655,846 | |
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COMMON STOCKS – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Financials – 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Insurance ��� 0.2% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Mt Logan Re Ltd. (Special Investment)(h)(j)(k) (cost $326,594) | | | | | | | 368 | | | | 345,566 | |
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GOVERNMENTS - SOVEREIGN BONDS – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Colombia – 0.1% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Colombia Government International Bond 3.125%, 04/15/2031 (cost $373,959) | | | U.S.$ | | | | 375 | | | | 277,570 | |
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| | | | | Principal Amount (000) | | | U.S. $ Value | |
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SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS – 5.4% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bills – 3.5% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bill Zero Coupon, 07/13/2023 | | | U.S.$ | | | | 1,981 | | | $ | 1,960,700 | |
Zero Coupon, 11/30/2023 | | | | | | | 4,963 | | | | 4,830,764 | |
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Total U.S. Treasury Bills (cost $6,793,371) | | | | | | | | | | | 6,791,464 | |
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Investment Companies – 1.9% | | | | | | | | | | | | |
AB Fixed Income Shares, Inc. – Government Money Market Portfolio – Class AB, 4.74%(n)(o)(p) (cost $3,601,286) | | | | | | | 3,601,286 | | | | 3,601,286 | |
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Total Short-Term Investments (cost $10,394,657) | | | | | | | | | | | 10,392,750 | |
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Total Investments – 105.5% (cost $216,814,495) | | | | | | | | | | | 203,012,021 | |
Other assets less liabilities – (5.5)% | | | | | | | | | | | (10,588,437 | ) |
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Net Assets – 100.0% | | | | | | | | | | $ | 192,423,584 | |
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FUTURES (see Note D)
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Description | | Number of Contracts | | | Expiration Month | | | Current Notional | | | Value and Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Purchased Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. 10 Yr Ultra Futures | | | 77 | | | | June 2023 | | | $ | 9,351,891 | | | $ | 333,093 | |
U.S. Long Bond (CBT) Futures | | | 5 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 658,281 | | | | 1,680 | |
U.S. T-Note 2 Yr (CBT) Futures | | | 5 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 1,030,820 | | | | 9,916 | |
U.S. T-Note 5 Yr (CBT) Futures | | | 110 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 12,071,641 | | | | 261,984 | |
U.S. Ultra Bond (CBT) Futures | | | 108 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 15,271,875 | | | | 697,142 | |
Sold Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
10 Yr Japan Bond (OSE) Futures | | | 6 | | | | June 2023 | | | | 6,544,093 | | | | (140,291 | ) |
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| | | $ | 1,163,524 | |
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FORWARD CURRENCY EXCHANGE CONTRACTS (see Note D)
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Counterparty | | Contracts to Deliver (000) | | | In Exchange For (000) | | | Settlement Date | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Bank of America, NA | | EUR | 2,157 | | | USD | 2,296 | | | | 05/11/2023 | | | $ | (82,120 | ) |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | JPY | 246 | | | USD | 2 | | | | 06/15/2023 | | | | 42 | |
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| | | $ | (82,078 | ) |
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CENTRALLY CLEARED CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
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Description | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Buy Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
CDX-NAHY Series 40, 5 Year Index, 06/20/2028* | | | (5.00 | )% | | | Quarterly | | | | 4.65 | % | | | USD | | | | 15,763 | | | $ | (310,562) | | | $ | (34,097 | ) | | $ | (276,465 | ) |
CENTRALLY CLEARED INTEREST RATE SWAPS (see Note D)
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| | | | | | | | Rate Type | | | | | | | | | | | |
Notional Amount (000) | | | Termination Date | | | Payments made by the Fund | | Payments received by the Fund | | Payment Frequency Paid/ Received | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid/ (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
USD | | | 2,000 | | | | 12/13/2029 | | | 1.537% | | 1 Day SOFR | | Annual | | $ | 208,126 | | | $ | 197,067 | | | $ | 11,059 | |
CREDIT DEFAULT SWAPS (see Note D)
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Swap Counterparty & Referenced Obligation | | Fixed Rate (Pay) Receive | | | Payment Frequency | | | Implied Credit Spread at April 30, 2023 | | | Notional Amount (000) | | | Market Value | | | Upfront Premiums Paid (Received) | | | Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation) | |
Sale Contracts | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Goldman Sachs International | | | | | |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | % | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | % | | | USD | | | | 15 | | | $ | (3,071 | ) | | $ | (1,230 | ) | | $ | (1,841 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 30 | | | | (6,142 | ) | | | (2,711 | ) | | | (3,431 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 30 | | | | (6,142 | ) | | | (2,505 | ) | | | (3,637 | ) |
CDX-CMBX.NA.BBB- Series 6, 05/11/2063* | | | 3.00 | | | | Monthly | | | | 7.50 | | | | USD | | | | 60 | | | | (12,284 | ) | | | (5,926 | ) | | | (6,358 | ) |
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | $ | (27,639 | ) | | $ | (12,372 | ) | | $ | (15,267 | ) |
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** | Principal amount less than 500. |
(a) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities are considered restricted, but liquid and may be resold in transactions exempt from registration. At April 30, 2023, the aggregate market value of these securities amounted to $69,466,080 or 36.1% of net assets. |
(b) | Securities are perpetual and, thus, do not have a predetermined maturity date. The date shown, if applicable, reflects the next call date. |
(c) | Floating Rate Security. Stated interest/floor/ceiling rate was in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(d) | Position, or a portion thereof, has been segregated to collateralize OTC derivatives outstanding. |
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(e) | Security is exempt from registration under Rule 144A or Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933. These securities, which represent 1.36% of net assets as of April 30, 2023, are considered illiquid and restricted. Additional information regarding such securities follows: |
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144A/Restricted & Illiquid Securities | | Acquisition Date | | | Cost | | | Market Value | | | Percentage of Net Assets | |
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp. Structured Agency Credit Risk Debt Notes Series 2019-FTR3, Class B2 9.645%, 09/25/2047 | | | 01/07/2020 | | | $ | 730,172 | | | $ | 587,098 | | | | 0.31 | % |
GSF Series 2021-1, Class A1 1.433%, 08/15/2026 | | | 02/25/2021 | | | | 267,337 | | | | 261,435 | | | | 0.14 | % |
GSF Series 2021-1, Class A2 2.435%, 08/15/2026 | | | 02/25/2021 | | | | 734,721 | | | | 686,383 | | | | 0.36 | % |
GSF Series 2021-1, Class AS 2.638%, 08/15/2026 | | | 02/25/2021 | | | | 25,463 | | | | 22,624 | | | | 0.01 | % |
HFX Funding Issuer Series 2017-1A, Class A3 3.647%, 03/15/2035 | | | 11/19/2020 | | | | 754,519 | | | | 675,605 | | | | 0.35 | % |
JPMorgan Madison Avenue Securities Trust Series 2014-CH1, Class M2 9.27%, 11/25/2024 | | | 11/06/2015 | | | | 18,984 | | | | 18,497 | | | | 0.01 | % |
PMT Credit Risk Transfer Trust Series 2020-1R, Class A 8.368%, 02/27/2023 | | | 11/16/2015 | | | | 161,644 | | | | 156,165 | | | | 0.08 | % |
Terraform Global Operating LP 6.125%, 03/01/2026 | | | 02/08/2018 | | | | 60,000 | | | | 57,520 | | | | 0.03 | % |
Virgolino de Oliveira Finance SA 10.50%, 01/28/2018 | | | 01/24/2014 | | | | 365,927 | | | | 66 | | | | 0.00 | % |
Wells Fargo Credit Risk Transfer Securities Trust Series 2015-WF1, Class 1M2 10.27%, 11/25/2025 | | | 09/28/2015 | | | | 119,350 | | | | 109,022 | | | | 0.06 | % |
Wells Fargo Credit Risk Transfer Securities Trust Series 2015-WF1, Class 2M2 10.52%, 11/25/2025 | | | 09/28/2015 | | | | 26,882 | | | | 25,458 | | | | 0.01 | % |
(f) | Inverse interest only security. |
(h) | Security in which significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) were used in determining fair value. |
(i) | Defaulted matured security. |
(j) | Non-income producing security. |
(k) | Fair valued by the Adviser. |
(l) | Coupon rate adjusts periodically based upon a predetermined schedule. Stated interest rate in effect at April 30, 2023. |
(m) | Pay-In-Kind Payments (PIK). The issuer may pay cash interest and/or interest in additional debt securities. Rates shown are the rates in effect at April 30, 2023. |
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(n) | Affiliated investments. |
(o) | To obtain a copy of the fund’s shareholder report, please go to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at www.sec.gov, or call AB at (800) 227-4618. |
(p) | The rate shown represents the 7-day yield as of period end. |
Currency Abbreviations:
EUR – Euro
JPY – Japanese Yen
USD – United States Dollar
Glossary:
ABS – Asset-Backed Securities
ARMs – Adjustable Rate Mortgages
CBT – Chicago Board of Trade
CDX-CMBX.NA – North American Commercial Mortgage-Backed Index
CDX-NAHY – North American High Yield Credit Default Swap Index
CLO – Collateralized Loan Obligations
CMBS – Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities
LIBOR – London Interbank Offered Rate
OSE – Osaka Securities Exchange
REIT – Real Estate Investment Trust
REMICs – Real Estate Mortgage Investment Conduits
SOFR – Secured Overnight Financing Rate
TBA – To Be Announced
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF ASSETS & LIABILITIES
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Assets | | | | |
Investments in securities, at value | | | | |
Unaffiliated issuers (cost $213,213,209) | | $ | 199,410,735 | |
Affiliated issuers (cost $3,601,286) | | | 3,601,286 | |
Cash | | | 8,430 | |
Cash collateral due from broker | | | 2,479,149 | |
Receivable for investment securities sold | | | 4,929,939 | |
Unaffiliated interest and dividends receivable | | | 1,477,683 | |
Receivable for variation margin on futures | | | 276,169 | |
Receivable for capital stock sold | | | 252,457 | |
Affiliated dividends receivable | | | 7,796 | |
Unrealized appreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 42 | |
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Total assets | | | 212,443,686 | |
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Liabilities | | | | |
Payable for investment securities purchased | | | 19,249,342 | |
Payable for capital stock redeemed | | | 187,193 | |
Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | | 82,120 | |
Dividends payable | | | 79,583 | |
Payable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 46,388 | |
Transfer Agent fee payable | | | 31,124 | |
Distribution fee payable | | | 30,695 | |
Administrative fee payable | | | 29,303 | |
Market value on credit default swaps (net premiums received $12,372) | | | 27,639 | |
Foreign capital gains tax payable | | | 11,614 | |
Advisory fee payable | | | 10,367 | |
Directors’ fees payable | | | 1,827 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 232,907 | |
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Total liabilities | | | 20,020,102 | |
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Net Assets | | $ | 192,423,584 | |
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Composition of Net Assets | | | | |
Capital stock, at par | | $ | 20,321 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | 236,919,473 | |
Accumulated loss | | | (44,516,210 | ) |
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Net Assets | | $ | 192,423,584 | |
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Net Asset Value Per Share—27 billion shares of capital stock authorized, $.001 par value
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Class | | Net Assets | | | Shares Outstanding | | | Net Asset Value | |
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A | | $ | 147,141,999 | | | | 15,540,629 | | | $ | 9.47 | * |
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C | | $ | 2,450,054 | | | | 259,397 | | | $ | 9.45 | |
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Advisor | | $ | 36,636,801 | | | | 3,867,494 | | | $ | 9.47 | |
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R | | $ | 430,025 | | | | 45,434 | | | $ | 9.46 | |
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K | | $ | 2,557,944 | | | | 269,966 | | | $ | 9.48 | |
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I | | $ | 658,721 | | | | 69,485 | | | $ | 9.48 | |
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Z | | $ | 2,548,040 | | | | 268,568 | | | $ | 9.49 | |
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* | The maximum offering price per share for Class A shares was $9.89 which reflects a sales charge of 4.25%. |
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
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Investment Income | | | | | | | | |
Interest | | $ | 4,543,599 | | | | | |
Dividends—Affiliated issuers | | | 38,290 | | | $ | 4,581,889 | |
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Expenses | | | | | | | | |
Advisory fee (see Note B) | | | 438,627 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class A | | | 183,807 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class C | | | 13,121 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class R | | | 1,017 | | | | | |
Distribution fee—Class K | | | 2,987 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class A | | | 116,431 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class C | | | 2,161 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Advisor Class | | | 31,346 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class R | | | 529 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class K | | | 2,389 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class I | | | 433 | | | | | |
Transfer agency—Class Z | | | 422 | | | | | |
Custody and accounting | | | 74,358 | | | | | |
Audit and tax | | | 52,560 | | | | | |
Registration fees | | | 50,974 | | | | | |
Administrative | | | 46,393 | | | | | |
Printing | | | 22,479 | | | | | |
Legal | | | 18,477 | | | | | |
Directors’ fees | | | 9,919 | | | | | |
Miscellaneous | | | 13,733 | | | | | |
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Total expenses | | | 1,082,163 | | | | | |
Less: expenses waived and reimbursed by the Adviser (see Notes B) | | | (371,777 | ) | | | | |
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Net expenses | | | | | | | 710,386 | |
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Net investment income | | | | | | | 3,871,503 | |
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Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Investment and Foreign Currency Transactions | | | | | | | | |
Net realized loss on: | | | | | | | | |
Investment transactions(a) | | | | | | | (3,796,854 | ) |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | (98,364 | ) |
Futures | | | | | | | (2,173,782 | ) |
Swaps | | | | | | | (822,396 | ) |
Foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | (260,124 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of: | | | | | | | | |
Investments | | | | | | | 13,448,971 | |
Forward currency exchange contracts | | | | | | | (129,896 | ) |
Futures | | | | | | | 4,583,567 | |
Swaps | | | | | | | 4,942 | |
Foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | | | | | 4,244 | |
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Net gain on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | | | | | 10,760,308 | |
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Net Increase in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | $ | 14,631,811 | |
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(a) | Net of foreign realized capital gains taxes of $13,643. |
See notes to financial statements.
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STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN NET ASSETS
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| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | |
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets from Operations | | | | | | | | |
Net investment income | | $ | 3,871,503 | | | $ | 6,637,631 | |
Net realized loss on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | (7,151,520 | ) | | | (25,207,445 | ) |
Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of investments and foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities | | | 17,911,828 | | | | (30,613,206 | ) |
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Net increase (decrease) in net assets from operations | | | 14,631,811 | | | | (49,183,020 | ) |
Distributions to Shareholders | | | | | | | | |
Class A | | | (3,729,247 | ) | | | (4,807,761 | ) |
Class C | | | (57,282 | ) | | | (82,043 | ) |
Advisor Class | | | (1,059,629 | ) | | | (2,147,910 | ) |
Class R | | | (9,732 | ) | | | (13,004 | ) |
Class K | | | (60,306 | ) | | | (86,491 | ) |
Class I | | | (19,481 | ) | | | (36,415 | ) |
Class Z | | | (63,150 | ) | | | (83,929 | ) |
Capital Stock Transactions | |
Net decrease | | | (18,903,767 | ) | | | (65,036,414 | ) |
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Total decrease | | | (9,270,783 | ) | | | (121,476,987 | ) |
Net Assets | |
Beginning of period | | | 201,694,367 | | | | 323,171,354 | |
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End of period | | $ | 192,423,584 | | | $ | 201,694,367 | |
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See notes to financial statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
April 30, 2023 (unaudited)
NOTE A
Significant Accounting Policies
AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940 as an open-end management investment company. The Company, which is a Maryland corporation, operates as a series company comprised of 10 portfolios currently in operation. Each portfolio is considered to be a separate entity for financial reporting and tax purposes. This report relates only to the AB Total Return Bond Portfolio (the “Fund”) (formerly AB Intermediate Bond Portfolio), a diversified portfolio. The Fund offers Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I, Class T and Class Z shares. Class B and Class T shares have been authorized but currently are not offered. Class A shares are sold with a front-end sales charge of up to 4.25% for purchases not exceeding $1,000,000. With respect to purchases of $1,000,000 or more, Class A shares redeemed within one year of purchase may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1%. Class C shares are subject to a contingent deferred sales charge of 1% on redemptions made within the first year after purchase, and 0% after the first year of purchase. Effective May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically convert to Class A shares eight years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Prior to May 31, 2021, Class C shares automatically converted to Class A shares 10 years after the end of the calendar month of purchase. Class R and Class K shares are sold without an initial or contingent deferred sales charge. Advisor Class, Class I and Class Z shares are sold without an initial or contingent deferred sales charge and are not subject to ongoing distribution expenses. All nine classes of shares have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights, except that the classes bear different distribution and transfer agency expenses. Each class has exclusive voting rights with respect to its distribution plan. The financial statements have been prepared in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (“U.S. GAAP”), which require management to make certain estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. The Fund is an investment company under U.S. GAAP and follows the accounting and reporting guidance applicable to investment companies. The following is a summary of significant accounting policies followed by the Fund.
1. Security Valuation
Portfolio securities are valued at market value determined on the basis of market quotations or, if market quotations are not readily available or are unreliable, at “fair value” as determined in accordance with procedures approved by and under the oversight of the Company’s Board of Directors
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(the “Board”). Pursuant to these procedures, AllianceBernstein L.P. (the “Adviser”) serves as the Fund’s valuation designee pursuant to Rule 2a-5 of the 1940 Act. In this capacity, the Adviser is responsible, among other things, for making all fair value determinations relating to the Fund’s portfolio investments, subject to the Board’s oversight.
In general, the market values of securities which are readily available and deemed reliable are determined as follows: securities listed on a national securities exchange (other than securities listed on the NASDAQ Stock Market, Inc. (“NASDAQ”)) or on a foreign securities exchange are valued at the last sale price at the close of the exchange or foreign securities exchange. If there has been no sale on such day, the securities are valued at the last traded price from the previous day. Securities listed on more than one exchange are valued by reference to the principal exchange on which the securities are traded; securities listed only on NASDAQ are valued in accordance with the NASDAQ Official Closing Price; listed or over the counter (“OTC”) market put or call options are valued at the mid level between the current bid and ask prices. If either a current bid or current ask price is unavailable, the Adviser will have discretion to determine the best valuation (e.g., last trade price in the case of listed options); open futures are valued using the closing settlement price or, in the absence of such a price, the most recent quoted bid price. If there are no quotations available for the day of valuation, the last available closing settlement price is used; U.S. Government securities and any other debt instruments having 60 days or less remaining until maturity are generally valued at market by an independent pricing vendor, if a market price is available. If a market price is not available, the securities are valued at amortized cost. This methodology is commonly used for short term securities that have an original maturity of 60 days or less, as well as short term securities that had an original term to maturity that exceeded 60 days. In instances when amortized cost is utilized, the Valuation Committee (the “Committee”) must reasonably conclude that the utilization of amortized cost is approximately the same as the fair value of the security. Factors the Committee will consider include, but are not limited to, an impairment of the creditworthiness of the issuer or material changes in interest rates. Fixed-income securities, including mortgage-backed and asset-backed securities, may be valued on the basis of prices provided by a pricing service or at a price obtained from one or more of the major broker-dealers. In cases where broker-dealer quotes are obtained, the Adviser may establish procedures whereby changes in market yields or spreads are used to adjust, on a daily basis, a recently obtained quoted price on a security. Swaps and other derivatives are valued daily, primarily using independent pricing services, independent pricing models using market inputs, as well as third party broker-dealers or counterparties. Open-end mutual funds are valued at the closing net asset value per share, while exchange traded funds are valued at the closing market price per share.
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Securities for which market quotations are not readily available (including restricted securities) or are deemed unreliable are valued at fair value as deemed appropriate by the Adviser. Factors considered in making this determination may include, but are not limited to, information obtained by contacting the issuer, analysts, analysis of the issuer’s financial statements or other available documents. In addition, the Fund may use fair value pricing for securities primarily traded in non-U.S. markets because most foreign markets close well before the Fund values its securities at 4:00 p.m., Eastern Time. The earlier close of these foreign markets gives rise to the possibility that significant events, including broad market moves, may have occurred in the interim and may materially affect the value of those securities. To account for this, the Fund generally values many of its foreign equity securities using fair value prices based on third party vendor modeling tools to the extent available.
2. Fair Value Measurements
In accordance with U.S. GAAP regarding fair value measurements, fair value is defined as the price that the Fund would receive to sell an asset or pay to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. U.S. GAAP establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and a three-level hierarchy for fair value measurements based upon the transparency of inputs to the valuation of an asset or liability (including those valued based on their market values as described in Note A.1 above). Inputs may be observable or unobservable and refer broadly to the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability. Observable inputs reflect the assumptions market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on market data obtained from sources independent of the Fund. Unobservable inputs reflect the Fund’s own assumptions about the assumptions that market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability based on the best information available in the circumstances. Each investment is assigned a level based upon the observability of the inputs which are significant to the overall valuation. The three-tier hierarchy of inputs is summarized below.
| • | | Level 1—quoted prices in active markets for identical investments |
| • | | Level 2—other significant observable inputs (including quoted prices for similar investments, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.) |
| • | | Level 3—significant unobservable inputs (including the Fund’s own assumptions in determining the fair value of investments) |
The fair value of debt instruments, such as bonds, and over-the-counter derivatives is generally based on market price quotations, recently executed market transactions (where observable) or industry recognized modeling techniques and are generally classified as Level 2. Pricing vendor
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inputs to Level 2 valuations may include quoted prices for similar investments in active markets, interest rate curves, coupon rates, currency rates, yield curves, option adjusted spreads, default rates, credit spreads and other unique security features in order to estimate the relevant cash flows which are then discounted to calculate fair values. If these inputs are unobservable and significant to the fair value, these investments will be classified as Level 3.
Where readily available market prices or relevant bid prices are not available for certain equity investments, such investments may be valued based on similar publicly traded investments, movements in relevant indices since last available prices or based upon underlying company fundamentals and comparable company data (such as multiples to earnings or other multiples to equity). Where an investment is valued using an observable input, such as another publicly traded security, the investment will be classified as Level 2. If management determines that an adjustment is appropriate based on restrictions on resale, illiquidity or uncertainty, and such adjustment is a significant component of the valuation, the investment will be classified as Level 3. An investment will also be classified as Level 3 where management uses company fundamentals and other significant inputs to determine the valuation.
Valuations of mortgage-backed or other asset-backed securities, by pricing vendors, are based on both proprietary and industry recognized models and discounted cash flow techniques. Significant inputs to the valuation of these instruments are value of the collateral, the rates and timing of delinquencies, the rates and timing of prepayments, and default and loss expectations, which are driven in part by housing prices for residential mortgages. Significant inputs are determined based on relative value analyses, which incorporate comparisons to instruments with similar collateral and risk profiles, including relevant indices. Mortgage and asset-backed securities for which management has collected current observable data through pricing services are generally categorized within Level 2. Those investments for which current observable data has not been provided are classified as Level 3.
Other fixed income investments, including non-U.S. government and corporate debt, are generally valued using quoted market prices, if available, which are typically impacted by current interest rates, maturity dates and any perceived credit risk of the issuer. Additionally, in the absence of quoted market prices, these inputs are used by pricing vendors to derive a valuation based upon industry or proprietary models which incorporate issuer specific data with relevant yield/spread comparisons with more widely quoted bonds with similar key characteristics. Those investments for which there are observable inputs are classified as Level 2. Where the inputs are not observable, the investments are classified as Level 3.
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The following table summarizes the valuation of the Fund’s investments by the above fair value hierarchy levels as of April 30, 2023:
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Investments in Securities: | | Level 1 | | | Level 2 | | | Level 3 | | | Total | |
Assets: | |
Corporates – Investment Grade | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 53,739,944 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 53,739,944 | |
Governments – Treasuries | | | – 0 | – | | | 37,735,870 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 37,735,870 | |
Mortgage Pass-Throughs | | | – 0 | – | | | 35,984,749 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 35,984,749 | |
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations | | | – 0 | – | | | 22,224,748 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 22,224,748 | |
Asset-Backed Securities | | | – 0 | – | | | 14,571,532 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 14,571,532 | |
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities | | | – 0 | – | | | 9,218,602 | | | | 970,442 | | | | 10,189,044 | |
Collateralized Loan Obligations | | | – 0 | – | | | 8,245,304 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 8,245,304 | |
Corporates – Non-Investment Grade | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,801,535 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,801,535 | |
Local Governments – US Municipal Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,981,219 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,981,219 | |
Emerging Markets – Corporate Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,913,373 | | | | 66 | | | | 1,913,439 | |
Quasi-Sovereigns | | | – 0 | – | | | 952,905 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 952,905 | |
Emerging Markets – Sovereigns | | | – 0 | – | | | 655,846 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 655,846 | |
Common Stocks | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 345,566 | | | | 345,566 | |
Governments – Sovereign Bonds | | | – 0 | – | | | 277,570 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 277,570 | |
Short-Term Investments: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
U.S. Treasury Bills | | | – 0 | – | | | 6,791,464 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 6,791,464 | |
Investment Companies | | | 3,601,286 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 3,601,286 | |
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Total Investments in Securities | | | 3,601,286 | | | | 198,094,661 | | | | 1,316,074 | | | | 203,012,021 | |
Other Financial Instruments(a): | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Assets: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures | | | 1,303,815 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | 1,303,815 | (b) |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | 42 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 42 | |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | 208,126 | | | | – 0 | – | | | 208,126 | (b) |
Liabilities: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Futures | | | (140,291 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (140,291 | )(b) |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts | | | – 0 | – | | | (82,120 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (82,120 | ) |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (310,562 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (310,562 | )(b) |
Credit Default Swaps | | | – 0 | – | | | (27,639 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | (27,639 | ) |
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Total | | $ | 4,764,810 | | | $ | 197,882,508 | | | $ | 1,316,074 | | | $ | 203,963,392 | |
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(a) | Other financial instruments are derivative instruments, such as futures, forwards and swaps, which are valued at the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on the instrument. Other financial instruments may also include swaps with upfront premiums, written options and written swaptions which are valued at market value. |
(b) | Only variation margin receivable (payable) at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. Where applicable, centrally cleared swaps with upfront premiums are presented here at market value. |
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3. Currency Translation
Assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies and commitments under forward currency exchange contracts are translated into U.S. dollars at the mean of the quoted bid and ask prices of such currencies against the U.S. dollar. Purchases and sales of portfolio securities are translated into U.S. dollars at the rates of exchange prevailing when such securities were acquired or sold. Income and expenses are translated into U.S. dollars at rates of exchange prevailing when accrued.
Net realized gain or loss on foreign currency transactions represents foreign exchange gains and losses from sales and maturities of foreign fixed income investments, holding of foreign currencies, currency gains or losses realized between the trade and settlement dates on foreign investment transactions, and the difference between the amounts of dividends, interest and foreign withholding taxes recorded on the Fund’s books and the U.S. dollar equivalent amounts actually received or paid. Net unrealized currency gains and losses from valuing foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities at period end exchange rates are reflected as a component of net unrealized appreciation or depreciation of foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities.
4. Taxes
It is the Fund’s policy to meet the requirements of the Internal Revenue Code applicable to regulated investment companies and to distribute all of its investment company taxable income and net realized gains, if any, to shareholders. Therefore, no provisions for federal income or excise taxes are required. The Fund may be subject to taxes imposed by countries in which it invests. Such taxes are generally based on income and/or capital gains earned or repatriated. Taxes are accrued and applied to net investment income, net realized gains and net unrealized appreciation/depreciation as such income and/or gains are earned.
In accordance with U.S. GAAP requirements regarding accounting for uncertainties in income taxes, management has analyzed the Fund’s tax positions taken or expected to be taken on federal and state income tax returns for all open tax years (the current and the prior three tax years) and has concluded that no provision for income tax is required in the Fund’s financial statements.
5. Investment Income and Investment Transactions
Dividend income is recorded on the ex-dividend date or as soon as the Fund is informed of the dividend. Interest income is accrued daily. Investment transactions are accounted for on the date the securities are purchased or sold. Investment gains or losses are determined on the identified cost basis. Non-cash dividends, if any, are recorded on the
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ex-dividend date at the fair value of the securities received. The Fund amortizes premiums and accretes discounts as adjustments to interest income. The Fund accounts for distributions received from REIT investments or from regulated investment companies as dividend income, realized gain, or return of capital based on information provided by the REIT or the investment company.
6. Class Allocations
All income earned and expenses incurred by the Fund are borne on a pro-rata basis by each outstanding class of shares, based on the proportionate interest in the Fund represented by the net assets of such class, except for class specific expenses which are allocated to the respective class. Expenses of the Company are charged proportionately to each fund or based on other appropriate methods. Realized and unrealized gains and losses are allocated among the various share classes based on respective net assets.
7. Dividends and Distributions
Dividends and distributions to shareholders, if any, are recorded on the ex-dividend date. Income dividends and capital gains distributions are determined in accordance with federal tax regulations and may differ from those determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. To the extent these differences are permanent, such amounts are reclassified within the capital accounts based on their federal tax basis treatment; temporary differences do not require such reclassification.
NOTE B
Advisory Fee and Other Transactions with Affiliates
Under the terms of the investment advisory agreement, the Fund pays the Adviser an advisory fee at an annual rate of .45% of the first $2.5 billion, .40% of the next $2.5 billion up to $5 billion, .35% of the excess over $5 billion up to $8 billion and .30% in excess of $8 billion, of the Fund’s average daily net assets. The fee is accrued daily and paid monthly. The Adviser has agreed to waive its fees and bear certain expenses to the extent necessary to limit total operating expenses (which excludes acquired fund fees and expenses other than the advisory fees of any AB mutual funds in which the Fund may invest, interest expense, taxes, extraordinary expenses, and brokerage commissions and other transaction costs) on an annual basis (the “Expense Caps”) to .77%, 1.52%, .52%, 1.02%, .77%, .52%, and ..52% of the daily average net assets for the Class A, Class C, Advisor Class, Class R, Class K, Class I, and Class Z shares, respectively. This waiver extends through January 31, 2024 and then may be extended by the Adviser for additional one year terms. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such reimbursements/waivers amounted to $370,883.
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Pursuant to the investment advisory agreement, the Fund may reimburse the Adviser for certain legal and accounting services provided to the Fund by the Adviser. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the reimbursement for such services amounted to $46,393.
The Fund compensates AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. (“ABIS”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, under a Transfer Agency Agreement for providing personnel and facilities to perform transfer agency services for the Fund. ABIS may make payments to intermediaries that provide omnibus account services, sub-accounting services and/or networking services. Such compensation retained by ABIS amounted to $59,160 for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. (the “Distributor”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Adviser, serves as the distributor of the Fund’s shares. The Distributor has advised the Fund that it has retained front-end sales charges of $599 from the sale of Class A shares and received $121 and $1,293 in contingent deferred sales charges imposed upon redemptions by shareholders of Class A and Class C shares, respectively, for the six months ended April 30, 2023.
The Fund may invest in AB Government Money Market Portfolio (the “Government Money Market Portfolio”) which has a contractual annual advisory fee rate of .20% of the portfolio’s average daily net assets and bears its own expenses. The Adviser has contractually agreed to waive .10% of the advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio (resulting in a net advisory fee of .10%) until August 31, 2023. In connection with the investment by the Fund in Government Money Market Portfolio, the Adviser has contractually agreed to waive its advisory fee from the Fund in an amount equal to the Fund’s pro rata share of the effective advisory fee of Government Money Market Portfolio, as borne indirectly by the Fund as an acquired fund fee and expense. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, such waiver amounted to $894.
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Fund | | Market Value 10/31/22 (000) | | | Purchases at Cost (000) | | | Sales Proceeds (000) | | | Market Value 4/30/23 (000) | | | Dividend Income (000) | |
Government Money Market Portfolio | | $ | 532 | | | $ | 54,527 | | | $ | 51,458 | | | $ | 3,601 | | | $ | 38 | |
NOTE C
Distribution Services Agreement
The Fund has adopted a Distribution Services Agreement (the “Agreement”) pursuant to Rule 12b-1 under the Investment Company Act of 1940. Under the Agreement, the Fund pays distribution and servicing
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fees to the Distributor at an annual rate of up to .30% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class A shares, 1% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class C shares, .50% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class R shares and .25% of the Fund’s average daily net assets attributable to Class K shares. There are no distribution and servicing fees on the Advisor Class, Class I and Class Z shares. Payments under the Agreement in respect of Class A shares are currently limited to an annual rate of .25% of Class A shares’ average daily net assets. The fees are accrued daily and paid monthly. The Agreement provides that the Distributor will use such payments in their entirety for distribution assistance and promotional activities. Since the commencement of the Fund’s operations, the Distributor has incurred expenses in excess of the distribution costs reimbursed by the Fund in the amounts of $1,212,404, $149,691 and $69,921 for Class C, Class R and Class K shares, respectively. While such costs may be recovered from the Fund in future periods so long as the Agreement is in effect, the rate of the distribution and servicing fees payable under the Agreement may not be increased without a shareholder vote. In accordance with the Agreement, there is no provision for recovery of unreimbursed distribution costs incurred by the Distributor beyond the current fiscal year for Class A shares. The Agreement also provides that the Adviser may use its own resources to finance the distribution of the Fund’s shares.
NOTE D
Investment Transactions
Purchases and sales of investment securities (excluding short-term investments) for the six months ended April 30, 2023 were as follows:
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Investment securities (excluding U.S. government securities) | | $ | 17,982,022 | | | $ | 30,574,337 | |
U.S. government securities | | | 213,577,004 | | | | 208,516,568 | |
The cost of investments for federal income tax purposes was substantially the same as the cost for financial reporting purposes. Accordingly, gross unrealized appreciation and unrealized depreciation are as follows:
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Gross unrealized appreciation | | $ | 2,689,806 | |
Gross unrealized depreciation | | | (15,691,507 | ) |
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Net unrealized depreciation | | $ | (13,001,701 | ) |
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1. Derivative Financial Instruments
The Fund may use derivatives in an effort to earn income and enhance returns, to replace more traditional direct investments, to obtain exposure to otherwise inaccessible markets (collectively, “investment purposes”), or to hedge or adjust the risk profile of its portfolio.
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The principal types of derivatives utilized by the Fund, as well as the methods in which they may be used are:
The Fund may buy or sell futures for investment purposes or for the purpose of hedging its portfolio against adverse effects of potential movements in the market. The Fund bears the market risk that arises from changes in the value of these instruments and the imperfect correlation between movements in the price of the futures and movements in the price of the assets, reference rates or indices which they are designed to track. Among other things, the Fund may purchase or sell futures for foreign currencies or options thereon for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investment in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
At the time the Fund enters into futures, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the exchange on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for exchange-traded futures is generally less than privately negotiated futures, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each exchange-traded future, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
Use of long futures subjects the Fund to risk of loss in excess of the amounts shown on the statement of assets and liabilities, up to the notional value of the futures. Use of short futures subjects the Fund to unlimited risk of loss. Under some circumstances, futures exchanges may establish daily limits on the amount that the price of futures can vary from the previous day’s settlement price, which could effectively prevent liquidation of unfavorable positions.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held futures for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
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| • | | Forward Currency Exchange Contracts |
The Fund may enter into forward currency exchange contracts in order to hedge its exposure to changes in foreign currency exchange rates on its foreign portfolio holdings, to hedge certain firm purchase and sale commitments denominated in foreign currencies and for non-hedging purposes as a means of making direct investments in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions”.
A forward currency exchange contract is a commitment to purchase or sell a foreign currency at a future date at a negotiated forward rate. The gain or loss arising from the difference between the original contract and the closing of such contract would be included in net realized gain or loss on forward currency exchange contracts. Fluctuations in the value of open forward currency exchange contracts are recorded for financial reporting purposes as unrealized appreciation and/or depreciation by the Fund. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of a contract and from unanticipated movements in the value of a foreign currency relative to the U.S. dollar.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held forward currency exchange contracts for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The Fund may enter into swaps to hedge its exposure to interest rates, credit risk or currencies. The Fund may also enter into swaps for non-hedging purposes as a means of gaining market exposures, making direct investments in foreign currencies, as described below under “Currency Transactions.” A swap is an agreement that obligates two parties to exchange a series of cash flows at specified intervals based upon or calculated by reference to changes in specified prices or rates for a specified amount of an underlying asset. The payment flows are usually netted against each other, with the difference being paid by one party to the other. In addition, collateral may be pledged or received by the Fund in accordance with the terms of the respective swaps to provide value and recourse to the Fund or its counterparties in the event of default, bankruptcy or insolvency by one of the parties to the swap.
Risks may arise as a result of the failure of the counterparty to the swap to comply with the terms of the swap. The loss incurred by the failure of a counterparty is generally limited to the net interim payment to be received by the Fund, and/or the termination value at the end of the contract. Therefore, the Fund considers the creditworthiness of each counterparty to a swap in evaluating potential counterparty risk. This risk is mitigated by having a netting arrangement between the Fund and the counterparty and by the posting of collateral by the
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counterparty to the Fund to cover the Fund’s exposure to the counterparty. Additionally, risks may arise from unanticipated movements in interest rates or in the value of the underlying securities. The Fund accrues for the interim payments on swaps on a daily basis, with the net amount recorded within unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of assets and liabilities, where applicable. Once the interim payments are settled in cash, the net amount is recorded as realized gain/(loss) on swaps on the statement of operations, in addition to any realized gain/(loss) recorded upon the termination of swaps. Upfront premiums paid or received for swaps are recognized as cost or proceeds on the statement of assets and liabilities and are amortized on a straight line basis over the life of the contract. Amortized upfront premiums are included in net realized gain/(loss) from swaps on the statement of operations. Fluctuations in the value of swaps are recorded as a component of net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation of swaps on the statement of operations.
Certain standardized swaps, including certain interest rate swaps and credit default swaps, are (or soon will be) subject to mandatory central clearing. Cleared swaps are transacted through futures commission merchants (“FCMs”) that are members of central clearinghouses, with the clearinghouse serving as central counterparty, similar to transactions in futures contracts. Centralized clearing will be required for additional categories of swaps on a phased-in basis based on requirements published by the Securities and Exchange Commission and Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
At the time the Fund enters into a centrally cleared swap, the Fund deposits and maintains as collateral an initial margin with the broker, as required by the clearinghouse on which the transaction is effected. Such amount is shown as cash collateral due from broker on the statement of assets and liabilities. Pursuant to the contract, the Fund agrees to receive from or pay to the broker an amount of cash equal to the daily fluctuation in the value of the contract. Such receipts or payments are known as variation margin and are recorded by the Fund as unrealized gains or losses. Risks may arise from the potential inability of a counterparty to meet the terms of the contract. The credit/counterparty risk for centrally cleared swaps is generally less than non-centrally cleared swaps, since the clearinghouse, which is the issuer or counterparty to each centrally cleared swap, has robust risk mitigation standards, including the requirement to provide initial and variation margin. When the contract is closed, the Fund records a realized gain or loss equal to the difference between the value of the contract at the time it was opened and the time it was closed.
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Interest Rate Swaps:
The Fund is subject to interest rate risk exposure in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. Because the Fund holds fixed rate bonds, the value of these bonds may decrease if interest rates rise. To help hedge against this risk and to maintain its ability to generate income at prevailing market rates, the Fund may enter into interest rate swaps. Interest rate swaps are agreements between two parties to exchange cash flows based on a notional amount. The Fund may elect to pay a fixed rate and receive a floating rate, or, receive a fixed rate and pay a floating rate on a notional amount.
In addition, the Fund may also enter into interest rate swap transactions to preserve a return or spread on a particular investment or portion of its portfolio, or protecting against an increase in the price of securities the Fund anticipates purchasing at a later date. Interest rate swaps involve the exchange by the Fund with another party of their respective commitments to pay or receive interest (e.g., an exchange of floating rate payments for fixed rate payments) computed based on a contractually-based principal (or “notional”) amount. Interest rate swaps are entered into on a net basis (i.e., the two payment streams are netted out, with the Fund receiving or paying, as the case may be, only the net amount of the two payments).
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held interest rate swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
Credit Default Swaps:
The Fund may enter into credit default swaps, including to manage its exposure to the market or certain sectors of the market, to reduce its risk exposure to defaults by corporate and sovereign issuers held by the Fund, or to create exposure to corporate or sovereign issuers to which it is not otherwise exposed. The Fund may purchase credit protection (“Buy Contract”) or provide credit protection (“Sale Contract”) on the referenced obligation of the credit default swap. During the term of the swap, the Fund receives/(pays) fixed payments from/(to) the respective counterparty, calculated at the agreed upon rate applied to the notional amount. If the Fund is a buyer/(seller) of protection and a credit event occurs, as defined under the terms of the swap, the Fund will either (i) receive from the seller/(pay to the buyer) of protection an amount equal to the notional amount of the swap (the “Maximum Payout Amount”) and deliver/(take delivery of) the referenced obligation or (ii) receive/(pay) a net settlement amount in the form of cash or securities equal to the notional amount of the swap less the recovery value of the referenced obligation. In certain circumstances Maximum Payout Amounts may be partially offset by recovery values of the respective referenced obligations, upfront
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premium received upon entering into the agreement, or net amounts received from settlement of buy protection credit default swaps entered into by the Fund for the same referenced obligations with the same counterparty.
Credit default swaps may involve greater risks than if the Fund had invested in the referenced obligation directly. Credit default swaps are subject to general market risk, liquidity risk, counterparty risk and credit risk. If the Fund is a buyer of protection and no credit event occurs, it will lose the payments it made to its counterparty. If the Fund is a seller of protection and a credit event occurs, the value of the referenced obligation received by the Fund coupled with the periodic payments previously received, may be less than the Maximum Payout Amount it pays to the buyer, resulting in a net loss to the Fund.
Implied credit spreads over U.S. Treasuries of comparable maturity utilized in determining the market value of credit default swaps on issuers as of period end are disclosed in the portfolio of investments. The implied spreads serve as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and typically reflect the likelihood of default by the issuer of the referenced obligation. The implied credit spread of a particular reference obligation also reflects the cost of buying/selling protection and may reflect upfront payments required to be made to enter into the agreement. Widening credit spreads typically represent a deterioration of the referenced obligation’s credit soundness and greater likelihood of default or other credit event occurring as defined under the terms of the agreement. A credit spread identified as “Defaulted” indicates a credit event has occurred for the referenced obligation.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held credit default swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
Total Return Swaps:
The Fund may enter into total return swaps in order to take a “long” or “short” position with respect to an underlying referenced asset. The Fund is subject to market price volatility of the underlying referenced asset. A total return swap involves commitments to pay interest in exchange for a market linked return based on a notional amount. To the extent that the total return of the security, group of securities or index underlying the transaction exceeds or falls short of the offsetting interest obligation, the Fund will receive a payment from or make a payment to the counterparty.
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During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund held total return swaps for hedging and non-hedging purposes.
The Fund typically enters into International Swaps and Derivatives Association, Inc. Master Agreements (“ISDA Master Agreement”) with its OTC derivative contract counterparties in order to, among other things, reduce its credit risk to OTC counterparties. ISDA Master Agreements include provisions for general obligations, representations, collateral and events of default or termination. Under an ISDA Master Agreement, the Fund typically may offset with the OTC counterparty certain derivative financial instruments’ payables and/or receivables with collateral held and/or posted and create one single net payment (close-out netting) in the event of default or termination. In the event of a default by an OTC counterparty, the return of collateral with market value in excess of the Fund’s net liability, held by the defaulting party, may be delayed or denied.
The Fund’s ISDA Master Agreements may contain provisions for early termination of OTC derivative transactions in the event the net assets of the Fund decline below specific levels (“net asset contingent features”). If these levels are triggered, the Fund’s OTC counterparty has the right to terminate such transaction and require the Fund to pay or receive a settlement amount in connection with the terminated transaction. If OTC derivatives were held at period end, please refer to netting arrangements by the OTC counterparty table below for additional details.
During the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund had entered into the following derivatives:
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| | Asset Derivatives | | | Liability Derivatives | |
Derivative Type | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
Interest rate contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on futures | | $ | 1,303,815 | * | | Payable for variation margin on futures | | $ | 140,291 | * |
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Credit contracts | | | | | | | | Payable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 276,465 | * |
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Interest rate contracts | | Receivable for variation margin on centrally cleared swaps | | | 11,059 | * | | | | | | |
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| | Asset Derivatives | | | Liability Derivatives | |
Derivative Type | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | | | Statement of Assets and Liabilities Location | | Fair Value | |
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Foreign currency contracts | | Unrealized appreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | $ | 42 | | | Unrealized depreciation on forward currency exchange contracts | | $ | 82,120 | |
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Credit contracts | | | | | | | | Market value on credit default swaps | | | 27,639 | |
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Total | | | | $ | 1,314,916 | | | | | $ | 526,515 | |
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* | Only variation margin receivable/payable at period end is reported within the statement of assets and liabilities. This amount reflects cumulative unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures and centrally cleared swaps as reported in the portfolio of investments. |
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Derivative Type | | Location of Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives Within Statement of Operations | | Realized Gain or (Loss) on Derivatives | | | Change in Unrealized Appreciation or (Depreciation) | |
Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on futures; Net change in unrealized appreciation/depreciation of futures | | $ | (2,173,782 | ) | | $ | 4,583,567 | |
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Foreign currency contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on forward currency exchange contracts; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of forward currency exchange contracts | | | (98,364 | ) | | | (129,896 | ) |
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Interest rate contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | | 211,035 | | | | (274,059 | ) |
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Credit contracts | | Net realized gain (loss) on swaps; Net change in unrealized appreciation (depreciation) of swaps | | | (1,033,431 | ) | | | 279,001 | |
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Total | | | | $ | (3,094,542) | | | $ | 4,458,613 | |
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The following table represents the average monthly volume of the Fund’s derivative transactions during the six months ended April 30, 2023:
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Average notional amount of buy contracts | | $ | 30,567,010 | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 7,851,514 | |
Forward Currency Exchange Contracts: | | | | |
Average principal amount of buy contracts | | $ | 1,879,945 | (a) |
Average principal amount of sale contracts | | $ | 5,056,552 | |
Centrally Cleared Interest Rate Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 2,000,000 | |
Credit Default Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount of sale contracts | | $ | 729,931 | |
Centrally Cleared Credit Default Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount of buy contracts | | $ | 9,399,857 | |
Total Return Swaps: | | | | |
Average notional amount | | $ | 13,083,366 | (b) |
(a) | Positions were open for three months during the period. |
(b) | Positions were open for four months during the period. |
For financial reporting purposes, the Fund does not offset derivative assets and derivative liabilities that are subject to netting arrangements in the statement of assets and liabilities.
All OTC derivatives held at period end were subject to netting arrangements. The following table presents the Fund’s derivative assets and liabilities by OTC counterparty net of amounts available for offset under ISDA Master Agreements (“MA”) and net of the related collateral received/pledged by the Fund as of April 30, 2023. Exchange-traded derivatives and centrally cleared swaps are not subject to netting arrangements and as such are excluded from the table.
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Counterparty | | Derivative Assets Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Received* | | | Security Collateral Received* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Assets | |
State Street Bank & Trust Co. | | $ | 42 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 42 | |
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Total | | $ | 42 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 42 | ^ |
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Counterparty | | Derivative Liabilities Subject to a MA | | | Derivatives Available for Offset | | | Cash Collateral Pledged* | | | Security Collateral Pledged* | | | Net Amount of Derivative Liabilities | |
Bank of America, NA | | $ | 82,120 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | 82,120 | |
Goldman Sachs International | | | 27,639 | | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | (27,639 | ) | | | – 0 | – |
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Total | | $ | 109,759 | | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | – 0 | – | | $ | (27,639 | ) | | $ | 82,120 | ^ |
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* | The actual collateral received/pledged may be more than the amount reported due to over-collateralization. |
^ | Net amount represents the net receivable/payable that would be due from/to the counterparty in the event of default or termination. The net amount from OTC financial derivative instruments can only be netted across transactions governed under the same master agreement with the same counterparty. |
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2. Currency Transactions
The Fund may invest in non-U.S. Dollar-denominated securities on a currency hedged or unhedged basis. The Fund may seek investment opportunities by taking long or short positions in currencies through the use of currency-related derivatives, including forward currency exchange contracts, futures and options on futures, swaps, and other options. The Fund may enter into transactions for investment opportunities when it anticipates that a foreign currency will appreciate or depreciate in value but securities denominated in that currency are not held by the Fund and do not present attractive investment opportunities. Such transactions may also be used when the Adviser believes that it may be more efficient than a direct investment in a foreign currency-denominated security. The Fund may also conduct currency exchange contracts on a spot basis (i.e., for cash at the spot rate prevailing in the currency exchange market for buying or selling currencies).
3. TBA and Dollar Rolls
The Fund may invest in TBA mortgage-backed securities. A TBA, or “To Be Announced”, trade represents a contract for the purchase or sale of mortgage-backed securities to be delivered at a future agree-upon date; however, the specific mortgage pool numbers or the number of pools that will be delivered to fulfill the trade obligation or terms of the contract are unknown at the time of the trade. Mortgage pools (including fixed-rate or variable-rate mortgages) guaranteed by the Government National Mortgage Association, or GNMA, the Federal National Mortgage Association, or FNMA, or the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, or FHLMC, are subsequently allocated to the TBA transactions.
The Fund may enter into certain TBA transactions known as dollar rolls. Dollar rolls involve sales by the Fund of securities for delivery in the current month and the Fund’s simultaneously contracting to repurchase substantially similar (same type and coupon) securities on a specified future date. During the roll period, the Fund forgoes principal and interest paid on the securities. The Fund is compensated by the difference between the current sales price and the lower forward price for the future purchase (often referred to as the “drop”) as well as by the interest earned on the cash proceeds of the initial sale. Dollar rolls involve the risk that the market value of the securities the Fund is obligated to repurchase under the agreement may decline below the repurchase price. Dollar rolls are speculative techniques. For the six months ended April 30, 2023, the Fund earned drop income of $8,008 which is included in interest income in the accompanying statement of operations.
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NOTE E
Capital Stock
Each class consists of 3,000,000,000 authorized shares. Transactions in capital shares for each class were as follows:
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class A | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 403,515 | | | | 929,521 | | | | | | | $ | 3,762,224 | | | $ | 9,353,366 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 307,094 | | | | 364,650 | | | | | | | | 2,880,410 | | | | 3,695,818 | | | | | |
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Shares converted from Class C | | | 22,489 | | | | 49,952 | | | | | | | | 208,520 | | | | 508,929 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (1,593,226 | ) | | | (3,002,913 | ) | | | | | | | (14,898,697 | ) | | | (30,472,715 | ) | | | | |
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Net decrease | | | (860,128 | ) | | | (1,658,790 | ) | | | | | | $ | (8,047,543 | ) | | $ | (16,914,602 | ) | | | | |
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Class C | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 23,135 | | | | 40,910 | | | | | | | $ | 215,388 | | | $ | 437,289 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 4,282 | | | | 5,570 | | | | | | | | 40,070 | | | | 56,773 | | | | | |
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Shares converted to Class A | | | (22,542 | ) | | | (50,067 | ) | | | | | | | (208,520 | ) | | | (508,929 | ) | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (71,184 | ) | | | (176,908 | ) | | | | | | | (660,966 | ) | | | (1,851,176 | ) | | | | |
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Net decrease | | | (66,309 | ) | | | (180,495 | ) | | | | | | $ | (614,028 | ) | | $ | (1,866,043 | ) | | | | |
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Advisor Class | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 395,066 | | | | 1,499,468 | | | | | | | $ | 3,715,285 | | | $ | 15,464,781 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 81,809 | | | | 127,534 | | | | | | | | 767,660 | | | | 1,299,268 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (1,603,845 | ) | | | (5,768,375 | ) | | | | | | | (14,980,576 | ) | | | (58,783,641 | ) | | | | |
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Net decrease | | | (1,126,970 | ) | | | (4,141,373 | ) | | | | | | $ | (10,497,631 | ) | | $ | (42,019,592 | ) | | | | |
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Class R | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 4,493 | | | | 11,636 | | | | | | | $ | 42,166 | | | $ | 117,057 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 1,029 | | | | 1,252 | | | | | | | | 9,647 | | | | 12,771 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (2,128 | ) | | | (37,202 | ) | | | | | | | (19,820 | ) | | | (390,075 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | 3,394 | | | | (24,314 | ) | | | | | | $ | 31,993 | | | $ | (260,247 | ) | | | | |
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| | Shares | | | | | | Amount | | | | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | | | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, 2022 | | | | |
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Class K | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 45,345 | | | | 37,277 | | | | | | | $ | 427,570 | | | $ | 396,322 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 6,441 | | | | 8,318 | | | | | | | | 60,452 | | | | 85,557 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (35,001 | ) | | | (301,853 | ) | | | | | | | (330,300 | ) | | | (3,321,684 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | 16,785 | | | | (256,258 | ) | | | | | | $ | 157,722 | | | $ | (2,839,805 | ) | | | | |
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Class I | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 3,988 | | | | 66,379 | | | | | | | $ | 37,381 | | | $ | 713,418 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 2,051 | | | | 3,525 | | | | | | | | 19,256 | | | | 36,042 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (20,449 | ) | | | (147,406 | ) | | | | | | | (192,291 | ) | | | (1,550,300 | ) | | | | |
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Net decrease | | | (14,410 | ) | | | (77,502 | ) | | | | | | $ | (135,654 | ) | | $ | (800,840 | ) | | | | |
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Class Z | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Shares sold | | | 34,949 | | | | 115,633 | | | | | | | $ | 328,573 | | | $ | 1,259,347 | | | | | |
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Shares issued in reinvestment of dividends and distributions | | | 6,395 | | | | 8,088 | | | | | | | | 60,084 | | | | 82,522 | | | | | |
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Shares redeemed | | | (19,837 | ) | | | (159,928 | ) | | | | | | | (187,283 | ) | | | (1,677,154 | ) | | | | |
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Net increase (decrease) | | | 21,507 | | | | (36,207 | ) | | | | | | $ | 201,374 | | | $ | (335,285 | ) | | | | |
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NOTE F
Risks Involved in Investing in the Fund
Market Risk—The value of the Fund’s assets will fluctuate as the stock or bond market fluctuates. The value of its investments may decline, sometimes rapidly and unpredictably, simply because of economic changes or other events, including public health crises (including the occurrence of a contagious disease or illness) and regional and global conflicts, that affect large portions of the market.
Interest-Rate Risk—Changes in interest rates will affect the value of investments in fixed-income securities. When interest rates rise, the value of existing investments in fixed-income securities tends to fall and this decrease in value may not be offset by higher income from new investments. Interest-rate risk is generally greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities or durations. The Fund may be subject to a greater risk of
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rising interest rates than would normally be the case due to the recent end of a period of historically low rates and the effect of potential central bank monetary policy, and government fiscal policy, initiatives and resulting market reactions to those initiatives.
Credit Risk—An issuer or guarantor of a fixed-income security, or the counterparty to a derivatives or other contract, may be unable or unwilling to make timely payments of interest or principal, or to otherwise honor its obligations. The issuer or guarantor may default, causing a loss of the full principal amount of a security and accrued interest. The degree of risk for a particular security may be reflected in its credit rating. There is the possibility that the credit rating of a fixed-income security may be downgraded after purchase, which may adversely affect the value of the security.
Below Investment-Grade Securities Risk—Investments in fixed-income securities with lower ratings (commonly known as “junk bonds”) are subject to a higher probability that an issuer will default or fail to meet its payment obligations. These securities may be subject to greater price volatility due to such factors as specific corporate developments and negative perceptions of the junk bond market generally and may be more difficult to trade than other types of securities.
Duration Risk—Duration is a measure that relates the expected price volatility of a fixed-income security to changes in interest rates. The duration of a fixed-income security may be shorter than or equal to full maturity of a fixed-income security. Fixed-income securities with longer durations have more risk and will decrease in price as interest rates rise.
Inflation Risk—This is the risk that the value of assets or income from investments will be less in the future as inflation decreases the value of money. As inflation increases, the value of the Fund’s assets can decline as can the value of the Fund’s distributions. This risk is significantly greater for fixed-income securities with longer maturities. The Fund invests in inflation-indexed securities, the value of which may be vulnerable to changes in expectations of inflation or interest rates.
Foreign (Non-U.S.) Risk—Investments in securities of non-U.S. issuers may involve more risk than those of U.S. issuers. These securities may fluctuate more widely in price and may be more difficult to trade due to adverse market, economic, political, regulatory or other factors.
Emerging-Market Risk—Investments in emerging market countries may have more risk because the markets are less developed and less liquid and are subject to increased economic, political, regulatory or other uncertainties.
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Currency Risk—Fluctuations in currency exchange rates may negatively affect the value of the Fund’s investments or reduce its returns.
Mortgage-Related and/or Other Asset-Backed Securities Risk—Investments in mortgage-related and other asset-backed securities are subject to certain additional risks. The value of these securities may be particularly sensitive to changes in interest rates. These risks include “extension risk”, which is the risk that, in periods of rising interest rates, issuers may delay the payment of principal, and “prepayment risk”, which is the risk that in periods of falling interest rates, issuers may pay principal sooner than expected, exposing the Fund to a lower rate of return upon reinvestment of principal. Mortgage-backed securities offered by non-governmental issuers and other asset-backed securities may be subject to other risks, such as higher rates of default in the mortgages or assets backing the securities or risks associated with the nature and servicing of mortgages or assets backing the securities.
Leverage Risk—When the Fund borrows money or otherwise leverages its investments, its performance may be volatile because leverage tends to exaggerate the effect of any increase or decrease in the value of the Fund’s investments. The Fund may create leverage through the use of reverse repurchase arrangements, forward currency exchange contracts, forward commitments, dollar rolls or futures or by borrowing money. The use of other types of derivative instruments by the Fund, such as options and swaps, may also result in a form of leverage. Leverage may result in higher returns to the Fund than if the Fund were not leveraged, but may also adversely affect returns, particularly if the market is declining.
Derivatives Risk—Derivatives may be difficult to price or unwind and leveraged so that small changes may produce disproportionate losses for the Fund. A short position in a derivative instrument involves the risk of a theoretically unlimited increase in the value of the underlying asset, which could cause the Fund to suffer a potentially unlimited loss. Derivatives, especially over-the-counter derivatives, are also subject to counterparty risk, which is the risk that the counterparty (the party on the other side of the transaction) on a derivative transaction will be unable or unwilling to honor its contractual obligations to the Fund.
Illiquid Investments Risk—Illiquid investments risk exists when certain investments become difficult to purchase or sell. Difficulty in selling such investments may result in sales at disadvantageous prices affecting the value of your investment in the Fund. Causes of illiquid investments risk may include low trading volumes, large positions and heavy redemptions of Fund shares. Illiquid investments risk may be higher in a rising interest rate environment, when the value and liquidity of fixed-income securities generally decline.
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Trading Risk—The Fund expects to engage in active and frequent trading of its portfolio securities and its portfolio turnover rate may greatly exceed 100%. A higher rate of portfolio turnover increases transaction costs, which may negatively affect the Fund’s return. In addition, a high rate of portfolio turnover may result in substantial short-term gains, which may have adverse tax consequences for Fund shareholders.
LIBOR Transition and Associated Risk—The Fund may be exposed to debt securities, derivatives or other financial instruments that utilize the London Interbank Offered Rate, or “LIBOR,” as a “benchmark” or “reference rate” for various interest rate calculations. In 2017, the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”), which regulates LIBOR, announced a desire to phase out the use of LIBOR by the end of 2021. As announced by the FCA and LIBOR’s administrator, ICE Benchmark Administration, most LIBOR settings (which reflect LIBOR rates quoted in different currencies over various time periods) have not been published since the end of 2021, but the most widely used U.S. Dollar LIBOR settings are expected to continue to be published until June 30, 2023. However, banks were strongly encouraged to cease entering into agreements with counterparties referencing LIBOR by the end of 2021. It is possible that a subset of LIBOR settings will be published after these dates on a “synthetic” basis, but any such publications would be considered non-representative of the underlying market. Since 2018 the Federal Reserve Bank of New York has published the Secured Overnight Financing Rate (referred to as SOFR), which is intended to replace U.S. Dollar LIBOR. SOFR is a broad measure of the cost of borrowing cash overnight collateralized by U.S. Treasury securities in the repurchase agreement (repo) market and has been used increasingly on a voluntary basis in new instruments and transactions. In addition, on March 15, 2022, the Adjustable Interest Rate Act was signed into law. This law provides a statutory fallback mechanism to replace LIBOR with a benchmark rate that is selected by the Federal Reserve Board and based on SOFR for certain contracts that reference LIBOR without adequate fallback provisions. On December 16, 2022, the Federal Reserve Board adopted regulations implementing the law by identifying benchmark rates based on SOFR that will replace LIBOR in different categories of financial contracts after June 30, 2023. The regulations include provisions that (i) provide a safe harbor for selection or use of a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; (ii) clarify who may choose the replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board; and (iii) ensure that contracts adopting a replacement benchmark rate selected by the Federal Reserve Board will not be interrupted or terminated following the replacement of LIBOR.
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The elimination of LIBOR or changes to other reference rates or any other changes or reforms to the determination or supervision of reference rates could have an adverse impact on the market for, or value of, any securities or payments linked to those reference rates, which may adversely affect the Fund’s performance and/or NAV. Uncertainty and risk also remain regarding the willingness and ability of issuers and lenders to include revised provisions in new and existing contracts or instruments. Consequently, the transition from LIBOR to other reference rates may lead to increased volatility and illiquidity in markets that are tied to LIBOR, fluctuations in values of LIBOR-related investments or investments in issuers that utilize LIBOR, increased difficulty in borrowing or refinancing and diminished effectiveness of hedging strategies, potentially adversely affecting the Fund’s performance. Furthermore, the risks associated with the expected discontinuation of LIBOR and transition may be exacerbated if the work necessary to effect an orderly transition to an alternative reference rate is not completed in a timely manner. Neither the effect of the LIBOR transition process nor its ultimate success can yet be known.
Indemnification Risk—In the ordinary course of business, the Fund enters into contracts that contain a variety of indemnifications. The Fund’s maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown. However, the Fund has not had prior claims or losses pursuant to these indemnification provisions and expects the risk of loss thereunder to be remote. Therefore, the Fund has not accrued any liability in connection with these indemnification provisions.
Management Risk—The Fund is subject to management risk because it is an actively-managed investment fund. The Adviser will apply its investment techniques and risk analyses in making investment decisions, but there is no guarantee that its techniques will produce the intended results. Some of these techniques may incorporate, or rely upon, quantitative models, but there is no guarantee that these models will generate accurate forecasts, reduce risk or otherwise perform as expected.
NOTE G
Joint Credit Facility
A number of open-end mutual funds managed by the Adviser, including the Fund, participate in a $325 million revolving credit facility (the “Facility”) intended to provide short-term financing related to redemptions and other short term liquidity requirements, subject to certain restrictions. Commitment fees related to the Facility are paid by the participating funds and are included in miscellaneous expenses in the statement of operations. The Fund did not utilize the Facility during the six months ended April 30, 2023.
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NOTE H
Distributions to Shareholders
The tax character of distributions to be paid for the year ending October 31, 2023 will be determined at the end of the current fiscal year. The tax character of distributions paid during the fiscal years ended October 31, 2022 and October 31, 2021 were as follows:
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| | 2022 | | | 2021 | |
Distributions paid from: | | | | | | | | |
Ordinary income | | $ | 6,753,143 | | | $ | 7,517,670 | |
Net long-term capital gains | | $ | 504,410 | | | $ | 6,253,596 | |
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Total taxable distributions paid | | $ | 7,257,553 | | | $ | 13,771,266 | |
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As of October 31, 2022, the components of accumulated earnings (deficit) on a tax basis were as follows:
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Undistributed ordinary income | | $ | 962,859 | |
Accumulated capital and other losses | | | (27,748,267 | )(a) |
Unrealized appreciation (depreciation) | | | (26,897,218 | )(b) |
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Total accumulated earnings (deficit) | | $ | (53,682,626 | )(c) |
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(a) | As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net capital loss carryforward of $27,748,267. |
(b) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) are attributable primarily to the recognition for tax purposes of unrealized gains/losses on certain derivative instruments, the tax treatment of passive foreign investment companies (PFICs), the tax treatment of callable bonds, the tax treatment of swaps, and the tax deferral of losses on wash sales. |
(c) | The differences between book-basis and tax-basis components of accumulated earnings (deficit) are attributable primarily to the accrual of foreign capital gains tax, the tax treatment of defaulted securities, and dividends payable. |
For tax purposes, net realized capital losses may be carried over to offset future capital gains, if any. Funds are permitted to carry forward capital losses for an indefinite period, and such losses will retain their character as either short-term or long-term capital losses. As of October 31, 2022, the Fund had a net short-term capital loss carryforward of $14,599,025 and a net long-term capital loss carryforward of $13,149,242 which may be carried forward for an indefinite period.
NOTE I
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In December 2022, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued an Accounting Standards Update, ASU 2022-06, “Reference Rate Reform (Topic 848) – Deferral of the Sunset Date of Topic 848”. ASU 2022-06 is an amendment to ASU 2020-04, which provided optional guidance to ease the potential accounting burden due to the discontinuation of the LIBOR and other interbank-offered based reference rates and which was effective as of March 12, 2020 through December 31, 2022. ASU 2022-06
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extends the effective period through December 31, 2024. Management is currently evaluating the impact, if any, of applying ASU 2022-06.
NOTE J
Subsequent Events
Management has evaluated subsequent events for possible recognition or disclosure in the financial statements through the date the financial statements are issued. Management has determined that there are no material events that would require disclosure in the Fund’s financial statements through this date.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class A | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
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Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.02 | | | | $ 11.25 | | | | $ 11.53 | | | | $ 11.35 | | | | $ 10.65 | | | | $ 11.11 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .18 | | | | .26 | | | | .25 | | | | .29 | | | | .33 | | | | .25 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .51 | | | | (2.21 | ) | | | (.11 | ) | | | .22 | | | | .74 | | | | (.44 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .69 | | | | (1.95 | ) | | | .14 | | | | .51 | | | | 1.07 | | | | (.19 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.28 | ) | | | (.33 | ) | | | (.37 | ) | | | (.27 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.02 | ) | | | (.14 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.28 | ) | | | (.42 | ) | | | (.33 | ) | | | (.37 | ) | | | (.27 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 9.47 | | | | $ 9.02 | | | | $ 11.25 | | | | $ 11.53 | | | | $ 11.35 | | | | $ 10.65 | |
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Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 7.65 | % | | | (17.57 | )% | | | 1.22 | % | | | 4.60 | % | | | 10.23 | % | | | (1.75 | )% |
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Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $147,142 | | | | $148,009 | | | | $203,168 | | | | $224,484 | | | | $221,033 | | | | $216,950 | |
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Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
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Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .77 | %^ | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % |
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Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.16 | %^ | | | 1.06 | % | | | .99 | % | | | .99 | % | | | 1.04 | % | | | 1.01 | % |
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Net investment income(b) | | | 3.93 | %^ | | | 2.51 | % | | | 2.23 | % | | | 2.58 | % | | | 2.98 | % | | | 2.29 | % |
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Portfolio turnover rate** | | | 116 | % | | | 141 | % | | | 128 | % | | | 83 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 195 | % |
See footnote summary on page 78.
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Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
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| | Class C | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.00 | | | | $ 11.23 | | | | $ 11.50 | | | | $ 11.32 | | | | $ 10.63 | | | | $ 11.08 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .15 | | | | .17 | | | | .17 | | | | .21 | | | | .25 | | | | .17 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .50 | | | | (2.19 | ) | | | (.11 | ) | | | .22 | | | | .73 | | | | (.43 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .65 | | | | (2.02 | ) | | | .06 | | | | .43 | | | | .98 | | | | (.26 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.20 | ) | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.19 | ) | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.19 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.02 | ) | | | (.14 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.20 | ) | | | (.21 | ) | | | (.33 | ) | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.19 | ) |
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Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 9.45 | | | | $ 9.00 | | | | $ 11.23 | | | | $ 11.50 | | | | $ 11.32 | | | | $ 10.63 | |
| | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 7.16 | % | | | (18.22 | )% | | | .55 | % | | | 3.83 | % | | | 9.33 | % | | | (2.40 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $2,450 | | | | $2,932 | | | | $5,682 | | | | $10,128 | | | | $10,564 | | | | $11,334 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.52 | %^ | | | 1.52 | % | | | 1.52 | % | | | 1.52 | % | | | 1.52 | % | | | 1.52 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.91 | %^ | | | 1.81 | % | | | 1.74 | % | | | 1.75 | % | | | 1.79 | % | | | 1.76 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 3.18 | %^ | | | 1.69 | % | | | 1.51 | % | | | 1.84 | % | | | 2.24 | % | | | 1.54 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate** | | | 116 | % | | | 141 | % | | | 128 | % | | | 83 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 195 | % |
See footnote summary on page 78.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Advisor Class | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.03 | | | | $ 11.26 | | | | $ 11.53 | | | | $ 11.35 | | | | $ 10.65 | | | | $ 11.11 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .19 | | | | .28 | | | | .28 | | | | .32 | | | | .35 | | | | .28 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .50 | | | | (2.20 | ) | | | (.10 | ) | | | .22 | | | | .75 | | | | (.44 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .69 | | | | (1.92 | ) | | | .18 | | | | .54 | | | | 1.10 | | | | (.16 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.31 | ) | | | (.36 | ) | | | (.40 | ) | | | (.30 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.02 | ) | | | (.14 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.31 | ) | | | (.45 | ) | | | (.36 | ) | | | (.40 | ) | | | (.30 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 9.47 | | | | $ 9.03 | | | | $ 11.26 | | | | $ 11.53 | | | | $ 11.35 | | | | $ 10.65 | |
| | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 7.78 | % | | | (17.44 | )% | | | 1.56 | % | | | 4.86 | % | | | 10.50 | % | | | (1.50 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $36,637 | | | | $45,095 | | | | $102,827 | | | | $122,108 | | | | $104,850 | | | | $76,406 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .52 | %^ | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements | | | .90 | %^ | | | .80 | % | | | .74 | % | | | .74 | % | | | .79 | % | | | .76 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 4.15 | %^ | | | 2.66 | % | | | 2.47 | % | | | 2.82 | % | | | 3.21 | % | | | 2.55 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate** | | | 116 | % | | | 141 | % | | | 128 | % | | | 83 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 195 | % |
See footnote summary on page 78.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class R | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.02 | | | | $ 11.25 | | | | $ 11.52 | | | | $ 11.34 | | | | $ 10.65 | | | | $ 11.10 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .17 | | | | .23 | | | | .23 | | | | .26 | | | | .30 | | | | .23 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .49 | | | | (2.20 | ) | | | (.11 | ) | | | .22 | | | | .74 | | | | (.44 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .66 | | | | (1.97 | ) | | | .12 | | | | .48 | | | | 1.04 | | | | (.21 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.22 | ) | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.30 | ) | | | (.35 | ) | | | (.24 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.02 | ) | | | (.14 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.22 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.39 | ) | | | (.30 | ) | | | (.35 | ) | | | (.24 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 9.46 | | | | $ 9.02 | | | | $ 11.25 | | | | $ 11.52 | | | | $ 11.34 | | | | $ 10.65 | |
| | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 7.41 | % | | | (17.78 | )% | | | 1.04 | % | | | 4.33 | % | | | 9.86 | % | | | (1.90 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $430 | | | | $379 | | | | $746 | | | | $1,802 | | | | $3,298 | | | | $2,814 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.02 | %^ | | | 1.02 | % | | | 1.02 | % | | | 1.02 | % | | | 1.02 | % | | | 1.02 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.51 | %^ | | | 1.43 | % | | | 1.37 | % | | | 1.37 | % | | | 1.42 | % | | | 1.35 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 3.70 | %^ | | | 2.21 | % | | | 1.99 | % | | | 2.34 | % | | | 2.73 | % | | | 2.07 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate** | | | 116 | % | | | 141 | % | | | 128 | % | | | 83 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 195 | % |
See footnote summary on page 78.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class K | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.03 | | | | $ 11.26 | | | | $ 11.54 | | | | $ 11.36 | | | | $ 10.66 | | | | $ 11.11 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .18 | | | | .25 | | | | .25 | | | | .29 | | | | .33 | | | | .25 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .51 | | | | (2.20 | ) | | | (.11 | ) | | | .22 | | | | .74 | | | | (.43 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .69 | | | | (1.95 | ) | | | .14 | | | | .51 | | | | 1.07 | | | | (.18 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.26 | ) | | | (.28 | ) | | | (.33 | ) | | | (.37 | ) | | | (.27 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.02 | ) | | | (.14 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.24 | ) | | | (.28 | ) | | | (.42 | ) | | | (.33 | ) | | | (.37 | ) | | | (.27 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 9.48 | | | | $ 9.03 | | | | $ 11.26 | | | | $ 11.54 | | | | $ 11.36 | | | | $ 10.66 | |
| | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 7.53 | % | | | (17.56 | )% | | | 1.22 | % | | | 4.59 | % | | | 10.22 | % | | | (1.66 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $2,558 | | | | $2,287 | | | | $5,736 | | | | $6,580 | | | | $7,444 | | | | $7,863 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .77 | %^ | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % | | | .77 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements | | | 1.20 | %^ | | | 1.12 | % | | | 1.06 | % | | | 1.07 | % | | | 1.10 | % | | | 1.08 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 3.94 | %^ | | | 2.41 | % | | | 2.24 | % | | | 2.59 | % | | | 2.98 | % | | | 2.32 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate** | | | 116 | % | | | 141 | % | | | 128 | % | | | 83 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 195 | % |
See footnote summary on page 78.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class I | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | | $ 9.04 | | | | $ 11.27 | | | | $ 11.55 | | | | $ 11.36 | | | | $ 10.66 | | | | $ 11.12 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .19 | | | | .28 | | | | .28 | | | | .32 | | | | .36 | | | | .28 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .50 | | | | (2.20 | ) | | | (.11 | ) | | | .23 | | | | .74 | | | | (.44 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .69 | | | | (1.92 | ) | | | .17 | | | | .55 | | | | 1.10 | | | | (.16 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.31 | ) | | | (.36 | ) | | | (.40 | ) | | | (.30 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | | | – 0 | – | | | (.02 | ) | | | (.14 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.31 | ) | | | (.45 | ) | | | (.36 | ) | | | (.40 | ) | | | (.30 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | | $ 9.48 | | | | $ 9.04 | | | | $ 11.27 | | | | $ 11.55 | | | | $ 11.36 | | | | $ 10.66 | |
| | | | |
Total Return | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 7.78 | % | | | (17.44 | )% | | | 1.46 | % | | | 4.93 | % | | | 10.50 | % | | | (1.50 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | | $659 | | | | $758 | | | | $1,819 | | | | $2,743 | | | | $4,107 | | | | $2,894 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .52 | %^ | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements | | | .86 | %^ | | | .75 | % | | | .68 | % | | | .70 | % | | | .75 | % | | | .72 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 4.17 | %^ | | | 2.67 | % | | | 2.48 | % | | | 2.85 | % | | | 3.22 | % | | | 2.57 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate** | | | 116 | % | | | 141 | % | | | 128 | % | | | 83 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 195 | % |
See footnote summary on page 78.
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FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS (continued)
Selected Data For A Share Of Capital Stock Outstanding Throughout Each Period
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | Class Z | |
| | Six Months Ended April 30, 2023 (unaudited) | | | Year Ended October 31, | |
| | 2022 | | | 2021 | | | 2020 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | |
| | | | |
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Net asset value, beginning of period | | $ | 9.04 | | | $ | 11.27 | | | $ | 11.55 | | | $ | 11.37 | | | $ | 10.67 | | | $ | 11.13 | |
| | | | |
Income From Investment Operations | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(a)(b) | | | .19 | | | | .28 | | | | .29 | | | | .32 | | | | .36 | | | | .27 | |
| | | | | | |
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on investment and foreign currency transactions | | | .51 | | | | (2.20 | ) | | | (.12 | ) | | | .22 | | | | .74 | | | | (.43 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Contributions from Affiliates | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | .00 | (c) | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Net increase (decrease) in net asset value from operations | | | .70 | | | | (1.92 | ) | | | .17 | | | | .54 | | | | 1.10 | | | | (.16 | ) |
| | | | |
Less: Dividends and Distributions | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Dividends from net investment income | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.29 | ) | | | (.31 | ) | | | (.36 | ) | | | (.40 | ) | | | (.30 | ) |
| | | | | | |
Distributions from net realized gain on investment transactions | �� | | – 0 | – | | | (.02 | ) | | | (.14 | ) | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – | | | – 0 | – |
| | | | |
Total dividends and distributions | | | (.25 | ) | | | (.31 | ) | | | (.45 | ) | | | (.36 | ) | | | (.40 | ) | | | (.30 | ) |
| | | | |
Net asset value, end of period | | $ | 9.49 | | | $ | 9.04 | | | $ | 11.27 | | | $ | 11.55 | | | $ | 11.37 | | | $ | 10.67 | |
| | | | |
Total Return | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Total investment return based on net asset value(d) | | | 7.77 | % | | | (17.34 | )% | | | 1.46 | % | | | 4.84 | % | | | 10.48 | % | | | (1.49 | )% |
| | | | | | |
Ratios/Supplemental Data | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Net assets, end of period (000’s omitted) | | $ | 2,548 | | | $ | 2,234 | | | $ | 3,193 | | | $ | 5,824 | | | $ | 8,059 | | | $ | 7,274 | |
| | | | | | |
Ratio to average net assets of: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, net of waivers/reimbursements | | | .52 | %^ | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % | | | .52 | % |
| | | | | | |
Expenses, before waivers/reimbursements | | | .78 | %^ | | | .70 | % | | | .64 | % | | | .64 | % | | | .68 | % | | | .64 | % |
| | | | | | |
Net investment income(b) | | | 4.18 | %^ | | | 2.70 | % | | | 2.51 | % | | | 2.82 | % | | | 3.22 | % | | | 2.48 | % |
| | | | | | |
Portfolio turnover rate** | | | 116 | % | | | 141 | % | | | 128 | % | | | 83 | % | | | 74 | % | | | 195 | % |
(a) | Based on average shares outstanding. |
(b) | Net of expenses waived/reimbursed by the Adviser. |
(c) | Amount is less than $.005. |
(d) | Total investment return is calculated assuming an initial investment made at the net asset value at the beginning of the period, reinvestment of all dividends and distributions at net asset value during the period, and redemption on the last day of the period. Initial sales charges or contingent deferred sales charges are not reflected in the calculation of total investment return. Total return does not reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on portfolio distributions or the redemption of portfolio shares. Total investment return calculated for a period of less than one year is not annualized. |
** | The Fund accounts for dollar roll transactions as purchases and sales. |
See notes to financial statements.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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Garry Moody(1), Chairman Jorge A. Bermudez(1) Michael J. Downey(1) Onur Erzan, President and Chief Executive Officer | | Nancy P. Jacklin(1) Jeanette W. Loeb(1) Carol C. McMullen(1) Marshall C. Turner, Jr.(1) |
OFFICERS
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Michael Canter(2), Vice President Matthew S. Sheridan(2), Vice President Nancy E. Hay, Secretary Michael B. Reyes, Senior Vice President | | Joseph J. Mantineo, Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer Phyllis J. Clarke, Controller Jennifer Friedland, Chief Compliance Officer |
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Custodian and Accounting Agent State Street Bank and Trust Company One Congress Street, Suite 1 Boston, MA 02114 Principal Underwriter AllianceBernstein Investments, Inc. 501 Commerce Street Nashville, TN 37203 Transfer Agent AllianceBernstein Investor Services, Inc. P.O. Box 786003 San Antonio, TX 78278 Toll-Free (800) 221-5672 | | Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm Ernst & Young LLP One Manhattan West New York, NY 10001 Legal Counsel Seward & Kissel LLP One Battery Park Plaza New York, NY 10004 |
1 | Member of the Audit Committee, the Governance and Nominating Committee, and the Independent Directors Committee. |
2 | The day-to-day management of, and investment decisions for, the Fund’s portfolio are made by the Adviser’s U.S. Investment Grade: Core Fixed Income Investment Team. Messrs. Canter and Sheridan are the investment professionals primarily responsible for the day-to-day management of the Fund’s portfolio. |
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Operation and Effectiveness of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program:
In October 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) adopted the open-end fund liquidity rule (the “Liquidity Rule”). In June 2018 the SEC adopted a requirement that funds disclose information about the operation and effectiveness of their Liquidity Risk Management Program (“LRMP”) in their reports to shareholders.
One of the requirements of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund to designate an Administrator of the Fund’s Liquidity Risk Management Program. The Administrator of the Fund’s LRMP is AllianceBernstein L.P., the Fund’s investment adviser (the “Adviser”). The Adviser has delegated the responsibility to its Liquidity Risk Management Committee (the “Committee”).
Another requirement of the Liquidity Rule is for the Fund’s Board of Directors (the “Fund Board”) to receive an annual written report from the Administrator of the LRMP, which addresses the operation of the Fund’s LRMP and assesses its adequacy and effectiveness. The Adviser provided the Fund Board with such annual report during the first quarter of 2023, which covered the period January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 (the “Program Reporting Period”).
The LRMP’s principal objectives include supporting the Fund’s compliance with limits on investments in illiquid assets and mitigating the risk that the Fund will be unable to meet its redemption obligations in a timely manner.
Pursuant to the LRMP, the Fund classifies the liquidity of its portfolio investments into one of the four categories defined by the SEC: Highly Liquid, Moderately Liquid, Less Liquid, and Illiquid. These classifications are reported to the SEC on Form N-PORT.
During the Program Reporting Period, the Committee reviewed whether the Fund’s strategy is appropriate for an open-end structure, incorporating any holdings of less liquid and illiquid assets. If the Fund participated in derivative transactions, the exposure from such transactions were considered in the LRMP.
The Committee also performed an analysis to determine whether the Fund is required to maintain a Highly Liquid Investment Minimum (“HLIM”). The Committee also incorporated the following information when determining the Fund’s reasonably anticipated trading size for purposes of liquidity monitoring: historical net redemption activity, a Fund’s concentration in an issuer, shareholder concentration, investment performance, total net assets, and distribution channels.
The Adviser informed the Fund Board that the Committee believes the Fund’s LRMP is adequately designed, has been implemented as intended,
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and has operated effectively since its inception. No material exceptions have been noted since the implementation of the LRMP. During the Program Reporting Period, liquidity in all markets was challenged due to rising rates and economic uncertainty. However, markets also remained orderly during the Program Reporting Period. There were no liquidity events that impacted the Fund or its ability to timely meet redemptions during the Program Reporting Period.
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Information Regarding the Review and Approval of the Fund’s Advisory Agreement
The disinterested directors (the “directors”) of AB Bond Fund, Inc. (the “Company”) unanimously approved the continuance of the Company’s Advisory Agreement with the Adviser in respect of AB Total Return Bond Portfolio (formerly AB Intermediate Bond Portfolio) (the “Fund”) at a meeting held in-person on November 1-3, 2022 (the “Meeting”).
Prior to approval of the continuance of the Advisory Agreement, the directors had requested from the Adviser, and received and evaluated, extensive materials. They reviewed the proposed continuance of the Advisory Agreement with the Adviser and with experienced counsel who are independent of the Adviser, who advised on the relevant legal standards. The directors also reviewed additional materials, including comparative analytical data prepared by the Senior Vice President of the Fund. The directors also discussed the proposed continuance in private sessions with counsel.
The directors considered their knowledge of the nature and quality of the services provided by the Adviser to the Fund gained from their experience as directors or trustees of most of the registered investment companies advised by the Adviser, their overall confidence in the Adviser’s integrity and competence they have gained from that experience, the Adviser’s initiative in identifying and raising potential issues with the directors and its responsiveness, frankness and attention to concerns raised by the directors in the past, including the Adviser’s willingness to consider and implement organizational and operational changes designed to improve investment results and the services provided to the AB Funds. The directors noted that they have four regular meetings each year, at each of which they review extensive materials and information from the Adviser, including information on the investment performance of the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests a portion of its assets.
The directors also considered all factors they believed relevant, including the specific matters discussed below. During the course of their deliberations, the directors evaluated, among other things, the reasonableness of the advisory fee. The directors did not identify any particular information that was all-important or controlling, and different directors may have attributed different weights to the various factors. The directors determined that the selection of the Adviser to manage the Fund and the overall arrangements between the Fund and the Adviser, as provided in the Advisory Agreement, including the advisory fee, were fair and reasonable in light of the services performed, expenses incurred and such other matters as the directors considered relevant in the exercise of their business
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judgment. The material factors and conclusions that formed the basis for the directors’ determinations included the following:
Nature, Extent and Quality of Services Provided
The directors considered the scope and quality of services provided by the Adviser under the Advisory Agreement, including the quality of the investment research capabilities of the Adviser and the other resources it has dedicated to performing services for the Fund. The directors noted that the Adviser from time to time reviews the Fund’s investment strategies and from time to time proposes changes intended to improve the Fund’s relative or absolute performance for the directors’ consideration. They also noted the professional experience and qualifications of the Fund’s portfolio management team and other senior personnel of the Adviser. The directors also considered that the Advisory Agreement provides that the Fund will reimburse the Adviser for the cost to it of providing certain clerical, accounting, administrative and other services to the Fund by employees of the Adviser or its affiliates. Requests for these reimbursements are made on a quarterly basis and subject to approval by the directors. Reimbursements, to the extent requested and paid, result in a higher rate of total compensation from the Fund to the Adviser than the fee rate stated in the Advisory Agreement. The directors noted that the methodology used to determine the reimbursement amounts had been reviewed by an independent consultant at the request of the directors. The quality of administrative and other services, including the Adviser’s role in coordinating the activities of the Fund’s other service providers, also was considered. The directors concluded that, overall, they were satisfied with the nature, extent and quality of services provided to the Fund under the Advisory Agreement.
Costs of Services Provided and Profitability
The directors reviewed a schedule of the revenues and expenses and related notes indicating the profitability of the Fund to the Adviser for calendar years 2020 and 2021 that had been prepared with an expense allocation methodology arrived at in consultation with an independent consultant at the requests of the directors. The directors noted the assumptions and methods of allocation used by the Adviser in preparing fund-specific profitability data and understood that there are a number of potentially acceptable allocation methodologies for information of this type. The directors noted that the profitability information reflected all revenues and expenses of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund, including those relating to its subsidiaries that provide transfer agency and distribution services to the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of the profitability of the Advisory Agreement with the profitability of fund advisory contracts for unaffiliated funds because comparative information is not generally publicly available and is affected by numerous factors. The directors focused on the profitability of the Adviser’s relationship with the Fund before taxes and distribution
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expenses. The directors concluded that the Adviser’s level of profitability from its relationship with the Fund was not unreasonable.
Fall-Out Benefits
The directors considered the other benefits to the Adviser and its affiliates from their relationships with the Fund and the money market fund advised by the Adviser in which the Fund invests, including, but not limited to, benefits relating to 12b-1 fees and sales charges received by the Fund’s principal underwriter (which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser) in respect of certain classes of the Fund’s shares; and transfer agency fees paid by the Fund to a wholly owned subsidiary of the Adviser. The directors recognized that the Adviser’s profitability would be somewhat lower without these benefits. The directors understood that the Adviser also might derive reputational and other benefits from its association with the Fund.
Investment Results
In addition to the information reviewed by the directors in connection with the Meeting, the directors receive detailed performance information for the Fund at each regular Board meeting during the year.
At the Meeting, the directors reviewed performance information prepared by an independent service provider (the “15(c) service provider”), showing the performance of the Class A Shares of the Fund against a group of similar funds (“peer group”) and a larger group of similar funds (“peer universe”), each selected by the 15(c) service provider, and information prepared by the Adviser showing performance of the Class A Shares against a broad-based securities market index, in each case for the 1-, 3-, 5- and 10-year periods ended July 31, 2022 and (in the case of comparisons with the broad-based securities market index) for the period from inception. Based on their review and their discussion with the Adviser of the reasons for the Fund’s underperformance in the periods reviewed, the directors concluded that the Fund’s investment performance was acceptable. The directors determined to continue to monitor the Fund’s performance closely.
Advisory Fees and Other Expenses
The directors considered the advisory fee rate payable by the Fund to the Adviser and information prepared by the 15(c) service provider concerning advisory fee rates payable by other funds in the same category as the Fund. The directors recognized that it is difficult to make comparisons of advisory fees because there are variations in the services that are included in the fees payable by other funds. The directors compared the Fund’s contractual effective advisory fee rate with a peer group median. Taking into account the administrative expense reimbursement paid to the Adviser in the latest fiscal year, the directors noted that the Adviser’s total rate of compensation was equal to the median.
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The directors also considered the Adviser’s fee schedule for other clients utilizing investment strategies similar to those of the Fund. For this purpose, they reviewed the relevant advisory fee information from the Adviser’s Form ADV and in a report from the Fund’s Senior Vice President and noted the differences between the Fund’s fee schedule, on the one hand, and the Adviser’s institutional fee schedule and the schedule of fees charged by the Adviser to any offshore funds and for services to any sub-advised funds utilizing investment strategies similar to those of the Fund, on the other. The directors noted that the Adviser may, in some cases, agree to fee rates with large institutional clients that are lower than those reviewed by the directors and that they had previously discussed with the Adviser its policies in respect of such arrangements. The directors also compared the advisory fee rate for the Fund with that for another fund advised by the Adviser utilizing similar investment strategies.
The Adviser reviewed with the directors the significantly greater scope of the services it provides to the Fund relative to institutional, offshore fund and sub-advised fund clients. In this regard, the Adviser noted, among other things, that, compared to institutional and offshore or sub-advisory accounts, the Fund (i) demands considerably more portfolio management, research and trading resources due to significantly higher daily cash flows; (ii) has more tax and regulatory restrictions and compliance obligations; (iii) must prepare and file or distribute regulatory and other communications about fund operations; and (iv) must provide shareholder servicing to retail investors. The Adviser also reviewed the greater legal risks presented by the large and changing population of Fund shareholders who may assert claims against the Adviser in individual or class actions, and the greater entrepreneurial risk in offering new fund products, which require substantial investment to launch, may not succeed, and generally must be priced to compete with larger, more established funds resulting in lack of profitability to the Adviser until a new fund achieves scale. In light of the substantial differences in services rendered by the Adviser to institutional, offshore fund and sub-advised fund clients as compared to the Fund, and the different risk profile, the directors considered these fee comparisons inapt and did not place significant weight on them in their deliberations.
In connection with their review of the Fund’s advisory fee, the directors also considered the total expense ratio of the Class A shares of the Fund in comparison to a peer group and a peer universe selected by the 15(c) service provider. The Class A expense ratio of the Fund was based on the Fund’s latest fiscal year and the directors considered the Adviser’s expense cap for the Fund. The directors noted that it was likely that the expense ratios of some of the other funds in the Fund’s category were lowered by waivers or reimbursements by those funds’ investment advisers, which in some cases might be voluntary or temporary. The directors view expense ratio information as relevant to their evaluation of the Adviser’s services because the Adviser is responsible for coordinating
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services provided to the Fund by others. Based on their review, the directors concluded that the Fund’s expense ratio was acceptable.
Economies of Scale
The directors noted that the advisory fee schedule for the Fund contains breakpoints that reduce the fee rates on assets above specified levels. The directors took into consideration prior presentations by an independent consultant on economies of scale in the mutual fund industry and for the AB Funds, and presentations from time to time by the Adviser concerning certain of its views on economies of scale. The directors also had requested and received from the Adviser certain updates on economies of scale in advance of the Meeting. The directors believe that economies of scale may be realized (if at all) by the Adviser across a variety of products and services, and not only in respect of a single fund. The directors noted that there is no established methodology for setting breakpoints that give effect to the fund-specific services provided by a fund’s adviser and to the economies of scale that an adviser may realize in its overall mutual fund business or those components of it which directly or indirectly affect a fund’s operations. The directors observed that in the mutual fund industry as a whole, as well as among funds similar to the Fund, there is no uniformity or pattern in the fees and asset levels at which breakpoints (if any) apply. The directors also noted that the advisory agreements for many funds do not have breakpoints at all. Having taken these factors into account, the directors concluded that the Fund’s shareholders would benefit from a sharing of economies of scale in the event the Fund’s net assets exceed a breakpoint in the future.
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AB FAMILY OF FUNDS
US EQUITY
CORE
Core Opportunities Fund
Select US Equity Portfolio
Sustainable US Thematic Portfolio
GROWTH
Concentrated Growth Fund
Discovery Growth Fund
Growth Fund
Large Cap Growth Fund
Small Cap Growth Portfolio
VALUE
Discovery Value Fund
Equity Income Fund
Relative Value Fund
Small Cap Value Portfolio
Value Fund
INTERNATIONAL/ GLOBAL EQUITY
CORE
Global Core Equity Portfolio
International Strategic Core Portfolio
Sustainable Global Thematic Fund
Sustainable International Thematic Fund
Tax-Managed Wealth Appreciation Strategy
Wealth Appreciation Strategy
GROWTH
Concentrated International Growth Portfolio
VALUE
All China Equity Portfolio
International Value Fund
FIXED INCOME
MUNICIPAL
High Income Municipal Portfolio
Intermediate California Municipal Portfolio
Intermediate Diversified Municipal Portfolio
Intermediate New York Municipal Portfolio
Municipal Bond Inflation Strategy
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National Portfolio
Arizona Portfolio
California Portfolio
Massachusetts Portfolio
Minnesota Portfolio
New Jersey Portfolio
New York Portfolio
Ohio Portfolio
Pennsylvania Portfolio
Virginia Portfolio
TAXABLE
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Income Fund
Intermediate Duration Portfolio
Limited Duration High Income Portfolio
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Short Duration Portfolio
Sustainable Thematic Credit Portfolio
Total Return Bond Portfolio
ALTERNATIVES
All Market Real Return Portfolio
Global Real Estate Investment Fund
Select US Long/Short Portfolio
MULTI-ASSET
All Market Total Return Portfolio
Emerging Markets Multi-Asset Portfolio
Global Risk Allocation Fund
Sustainable Thematic Balanced Portfolio
CLOSED-END FUNDS
AllianceBernstein Global High Income Fund
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EXCHANGE-TRADED FUNDS
Disruptors ETF
High Yield ETF
Tax-Aware Short Duration Municipal ETF
Ultra Short Income ETF
US High Dividend ETF
US Low Volatility Equity ETF
We also offer Government Money Market Portfolio, which serves as the money market fund exchange vehicle for the AB mutual funds. You could lose money by investing in the Fund. Although the Fund seeks to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per share, it cannot guarantee it will do so. The Fund may impose a fee upon sale of your shares or may temporarily suspend your ability to sell shares if the Fund’s liquidity falls below required minimums because of market conditions or other factors. An investment in the Fund is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency. The Fund’s sponsor has no legal obligation to provide financial support to the Fund, and you should not expect that the sponsor will provide financial support to the Fund at any time.
Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of the Fund carefully before investing. For copies of our prospectus or summary prospectus, which contain this and other information, visit us online at www.abfunds.com or contact your AB representative. Please read the prospectus and/or summary prospectus carefully before investing.
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NOTES
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AB TOTAL RETURN BOND PORTFOLIO
1345 Avenue of the Americas
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ITEM 3. | AUDIT COMMITTEE FINANCIAL EXPERT. |
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ITEM 4. | PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT FEES AND SERVICES. |
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ITEM 5. | AUDIT COMMITTEE OF LISTED REGISTRANTS. |
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Please see Schedule of Investments contained in the Report to Shareholders included under Item 1 of this Form N-CSR.
ITEM 7. DISCLOSURE OF PROXY VOTING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.
Not applicable to the registrant.
ITEM 8. | PORTFOLIO MANAGERS OF CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES. |
Not applicable to the registrant.
ITEM 9. PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES BY CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY AND AFFILIATED PURCHASERS.
Not applicable to the registrant.
ITEM 10. | SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS. |
There have been no material changes to the procedures by which shareholders may recommend nominees to the Fund’s Board of Directors since the Fund last provided disclosure in response to this item.
ITEM 11. | CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES. |
(a) The registrant’s principal executive officer and principal financial officer have concluded that the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 30a-2(c) under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended) are effective at the reasonable assurance level based on their evaluation of these controls and procedures as of a date within 90 days of the filing date of this document.
(b) There were no changes in the registrant’s internal controls over financial reporting that occurred during the period covered by this report that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.
ITEM 12. DISCLOSURE OF SECURITIES LENDING ACTIVITIES FOR CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.
Not applicable to the registrant.
The following exhibits are attached to this Form N-CSR:
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
(Registrant): AB Bond Fund, Inc.
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By: | | /s/ Onur Erzan |
| | Onur Erzan |
| | President |
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
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By: | | /s/ Onur Erzan |
| | Onur Erzan |
| | President |
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Date: | | June 26, 2023 |
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By: | | /s/ Joseph J. Mantineo |
| | Joseph J. Mantineo |
| | Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer |
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Date: | | June 26, 2023 |