Payden Emerging Markets Corporate Bond Fund (PYCEX)
$8.34
NAV ($)
$-0.01
NAV change ($) as of 9/25/2023
- Overview
- Portfolio Statistics
- Performance & Expenses
- Fund Commentary
Investment Strategy
The Payden Emerging Markets Corporate Bond Fund invests in a diversified portfolio of emerging-market corporate bonds. The fund invests in companies that are identified through extensive global industry and company analysis, consistent with our sovereign views. The fund maintains geographic diversification across Latin America, Europe and Asia. Most of our investments are U.S. dollar-denominated, but we also see attractive opportunities in select local markets.
Role In Portfolio
Appropriate for investors with long investment time horizons who seek diversification via corporate bonds issued by emerging-market countries.
Fund Highlights
| Emerging Market corporate focus - opportunistic exposure to sovereigns and quasi-sovereigns | |
| Managed by Payden & Rygel with 20 years of experience managing emerging-market portfolios | |
| Corporate market expertise - dedicated credit analysts | |
| Pure bond strategy - limited use of credit default swaps or distressed debt | |
| The value of an investment will generally fall when interest rates rise |
Fund Snapshot - 08/31/2023
| Fund Inception Date | Nov 11, 2013 |
| Share Class Inception Date | Nov 11, 2013 |
| Ticker | PYCEX |
| CUSIP | 704329234 |
| Fund Total Net Assets | $69.6 million |
| Benchmark | J.P. MORGAN CEMBI BROAD DIVERSIFIED INDEX |
| Net Expense Ratio | 0.95% |
| Sales Charge | None |
| Investment Minimum | |
| Investor Class - Regular Account | $5,000 |
| Investor Class - IRA Account | $2,000 |
| SI Class | $10,000,000 |
| Additional Investment - All Classes | $250 |
A Low Cost leader
| Payden Emerging Markets Corporate Bond Fund (PYCEX) | Morningstar average: Emerging Markets Bond |
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|---|---|---|
| Net Expense Ratio | 0.95% | 1.21% |
Quoted performance data represent past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment returns and principal value will fluctuate, so investors’ shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For the most recent month-end performance, which may be higher or lower than that quoted, go to the Mutual Funds > Performance page on this website, or call 800 572-9336.
To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus, click on the Prospectuses & Reports link on the right side of this page, or call 800 572-9336. Before investing, investors should consider investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information, which are contained in these documents; read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investment in foreign securities offers different rewards and challenges from investing in domestic securities, including changes in exchange rates, political changes, and differences in reporting standards, and for emerging-market securities, higher volatility. The Paydenfunds are distributed through Payden & Rygel Distributors, member FINRA.
Please note that by your use of this website and/or sending Payden & Rygel any information via this website, you acknowledge that any personal information you provide to us will be subject to our Privacy Notice set forth in Prospectus Appendix B here.
The investment strategy and investment management information presented on this website should not be construed to be formal financial planning advice or the formation of a financial manager/client relationship. Payden.com is an informative website designed to provide information to the general public based on our recommendations of investment management and investment strategies and is not designed to be representative of your own financial needs. Nor does the information contained herein constitute financial management advice. The firm makes no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy or legality of any information contained in this website, and assumes no liability for the use of said information. Be advised that as Internet communications are not always confidential, you provide our website your personal information at your own risk. Please do not make any decisions about any investment management or investment strategy matter without consulting with a qualified professional.
Portfolio Characteristics - 08/31/2023
| Fund Inception Date | Nov 11, 2013 |
| Share Class Inception Date | Nov 11, 2013 |
| Total Net Assets | $69.6 million |
| Average Duration | 4.0 years |
| Average Maturity | 6.3 years |
| 30-Day SEC Yield (08/31/23) | 10.89% |
| 30-Day SEC Yield (unsubsidized) | 10.60% |
Sector Breakdown
| Sector | Percent of Portfolio |
|---|---|
| Corporates | 82% |
| Government/Gov't Related | 9% |
| Money Markets | 6% |
| Other | 3% |
| Total | 100% |
Country Breakdown
| Country | Percent of Portfolio |
|---|---|
| United States | 20.2% |
| Mexico | 12.5% |
| Brazil | 8.5% |
| Euroland | 5.5% |
| S.Africa | 5.3% |
| India | 4.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | 4.2% |
| UAE | 3.2% |
| Israel | 3.0% |
| Colombia | 2.7% |
Credit Breakdown
| Credit Quality | Percent of Portfolio |
|---|---|
| AAA | 7% |
| AA | 4% |
| A | 11% |
| BBB | 43% |
| BB | 27% |
| B | 4% |
| CCC | 3% |
| Unrated | 1% |
| Total | 100% |
Quoted performance data represent past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment returns and principal value will fluctuate, so investors’ shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For the most recent month-end performance, which may be higher or lower than that quoted, go to the Mutual Funds > Performance page on this website, or call 800 572-9336.
To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus, click on the Prospectuses & Reports link on the right side of this page, or call 800 572-9336. Before investing, investors should consider investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information, which are contained in these documents; read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investment in foreign securities offers different rewards and challenges from investing in domestic securities, including changes in exchange rates, political changes, and differences in reporting standards, and for emerging-market securities, higher volatility. The Paydenfunds are distributed through Payden & Rygel Distributors, member FINRA.
Please note that by your use of this website and/or sending Payden & Rygel any information via this website, you acknowledge that any personal information you provide to us will be subject to our Privacy Notice set forth in Prospectus Appendix B here.
The investment strategy and investment management information presented on this website should not be construed to be formal financial planning advice or the formation of a financial manager/client relationship. Payden.com is an informative website designed to provide information to the general public based on our recommendations of investment management and investment strategies and is not designed to be representative of your own financial needs. Nor does the information contained herein constitute financial management advice. The firm makes no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy or legality of any information contained in this website, and assumes no liability for the use of said information. Be advised that as Internet communications are not always confidential, you provide our website your personal information at your own risk. Please do not make any decisions about any investment management or investment strategy matter without consulting with a qualified professional.
| Number of funds | |||
|---|---|---|---|
 |
Overall |  |
229 |
| 3 Year | |
229 | |
| Category: Emerging Markets Bond | 5 Year | |
215 |
| Criterion: Risk-Adjusted Return | |||
Total Returns
| YTD | 1 Year | 3 Year | 5 Year | 10 Year | Since Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarter-end (6/30/2023) | 1.85% | 5.56% | 0.11% | 2.03% | N/A | 3.10% |
| Month-end (8/31/2023) | 2.74% | 4.17% | -1.01% | 2.06% | N/A | 3.13% |
Yearly Returns
| 2022 | -11.02% |
| 2021 | 0.81% |
| 2020 | 8.17% |
| 2019 | 11.90% |
| 2018 | -3.32% |
| 2017 | 9.13% |
| 2016 | 9.61% |
| 2015 | -0.86% |
| 2014 | 4.74% |
| 2013 | 1.05% |
Expenses
| Total Annual Operating Expense | 1.32% |
| Net or Actual Operating Expense | 0.95% |
Quoted performance data represent past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment returns and principal value will fluctuate, so investors’ shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For the most recent month-end performance, which may be higher or lower than that quoted, go to the Mutual Funds > Performance page on this website, or call 800 572-9336.
To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus, click on the Prospectuses & Reports link on the right side of this page, or call 800 572-9336. Before investing, investors should consider investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information, which are contained in these documents; read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investment in foreign securities offers different rewards and challenges from investing in domestic securities, including changes in exchange rates, political changes, and differences in reporting standards, and for emerging-market securities, higher volatility. The Paydenfunds are distributed through Payden & Rygel Distributors, member FINRA.
Please note that by your use of this website and/or sending Payden & Rygel any information via this website, you acknowledge that any personal information you provide to us will be subject to our Privacy Notice set forth in Prospectus Appendix B here.
The investment strategy and investment management information presented on this website should not be construed to be formal financial planning advice or the formation of a financial manager/client relationship. Payden.com is an informative website designed to provide information to the general public based on our recommendations of investment management and investment strategies and is not designed to be representative of your own financial needs. Nor does the information contained herein constitute financial management advice. The firm makes no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy or legality of any information contained in this website, and assumes no liability for the use of said information. Be advised that as Internet communications are not always confidential, you provide our website your personal information at your own risk. Please do not make any decisions about any investment management or investment strategy matter without consulting with a qualified professional.
(A) An overall rating is based on a weighted average of the fund’s ratings for the three-, five- and ten-year periods, if applicable. For each fund with at least a three-year history, Morningstar calculates a Morningstar Rating (based on a Morningstar Risk-Adjusted Return measure that accounts for variation in a funds monthly performance (including the effects of sales charges, loads and redemption fees), placing more emphasis on downward variations and rewarding consistent performance. The top 10% of funds in each category receive five stars and the next 22.5% receive four stars. Highly rated funds are defined as those that have a four or five star Morningstar rating. Data provided by Morningstar, Inc. Although gathered from reliable sources, data completeness and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. Morningstar is a registered trademark of Morningstar, Inc. and is not affiliated with Paydenfunds
Fund Commentary - 08/31/2023
| MARKET | |
| Emerging-markets (“EM”) debt returns were negative in August, with rising U.S. Treasury yields and softer economic data in China affecting sentiment, amid lower trading volumes in the late summer environment. Yields on hard currency EM sovereign and corporate debt moved higher both in absolute terms and relative to U.S. Treasury yields. EM local-market returns underperformed hard currency, with interest rates moving higher and currencies broadly weaker against the U.S. dollar. | |
| OUTLOOK | |
| Steady progress on disinflation suggests that developed-market central banks are nearing the end of their respective hiking cycles. Similarly, inflation readings continue to fall across most EM countries. EM central banks are largely finished with rate hikes, and several have turned the page to begin unwinding tight policy. Central banks are likely to see their paths diverge as policymakers face varying degrees of inflation, growth, and external risks. | |
| Higher interest rates are putting downward pressure on global growth, overall. To date, however, EM growth trends have been relatively resilient, while impending monetary policy easing may also provide support. Softer economic data and poor property market dynamics have dented sentiment toward China. That said, recent policy measures may bring some improvement looking ahead. | |
| We believe systemically important EM countries and the majority of EM corporates, have navigated tighter liquidity conditions well. That said, we remain alert to various risk factors. Continued hawkish policy by the U.S. Federal Reserve, potential developed-market recessions, and geopolitical risks, including the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, may generate volatility. | |
| In our view, EM debt offers investors diversification benefits and attractive income. A more balanced flow environment, along with negative net issuance by EM debt issuers, has created a supportive technical backdrop. While the market environment calls for a selective approach, we believe there are many compelling opportunities across hard- and local-currency EM debt. | |
Quoted performance data represent past performance, which does not guarantee future results. Investment returns and principal value will fluctuate, so investors’ shares, when sold, may be worth more or less than their original cost. For the most recent month-end performance, which may be higher or lower than that quoted, go to the Mutual Funds > Performance page on this website, or call 800 572-9336.
To obtain a prospectus or summary prospectus, click on the Prospectuses & Reports link on the right side of this page, or call 800 572-9336. Before investing, investors should consider investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information, which are contained in these documents; read the prospectus carefully before investing. Investment in foreign securities offers different rewards and challenges from investing in domestic securities, including changes in exchange rates, political changes, and differences in reporting standards, and for emerging-market securities, higher volatility. The Paydenfunds are distributed through Payden & Rygel Distributors, member FINRA.
Please note that by your use of this website and/or sending Payden & Rygel any information via this website, you acknowledge that any personal information you provide to us will be subject to our Privacy Notice set forth in Prospectus Appendix B here.
The investment strategy and investment management information presented on this website should not be construed to be formal financial planning advice or the formation of a financial manager/client relationship. Payden.com is an informative website designed to provide information to the general public based on our recommendations of investment management and investment strategies and is not designed to be representative of your own financial needs. Nor does the information contained herein constitute financial management advice. The firm makes no warranty or representation regarding the accuracy or legality of any information contained in this website, and assumes no liability for the use of said information. Be advised that as Internet communications are not always confidential, you provide our website your personal information at your own risk. Please do not make any decisions about any investment management or investment strategy matter without consulting with a qualified professional.