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Payden Emerging Markets Bond Fund (PYEMX)

$9.72

NAV ($)

$-0.04

NAV change ($) as of 9/25/2023

  • Overview
  • Portfolio Statistics
  • Performance & Expenses
  • Fund Commentary
Investment Strategy

The Payden Emerging Markets Bond Fund invests in a diversified portfolio of emerging-market sovereign and corporate bonds. The fund invests in countries that are identified through extensive analysis of their macroeconomic variables, sovereign credit ratios, political stability, and the quality of the country’s business environment. 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 sovereign and corporate bonds issued by emerging-market countries.

Fund Highlights
Primarily sovereign focus - opportunistic exposure in corporates
Managed by Payden & Rygel with 20 years of experience managing emerging-market portfolios
Local markets expertise - opportunistic exposure to local markets
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 Dec 17, 1998
Share Class Inception Date Dec 17, 1998
Ticker PYEMX
CUSIP 704329531
Fund Total Net Assets $758.7 million
Benchmark J.P. MORGAN EMBI GLOBAL DIVERSIFIED INDEX

Net Expense Ratio 0.73%
Sales Charge None
Investment Minimum
Investor Class - Regular Account $100,000
Investor Class - IRA Account $100,000
Adviser Class - Regular Account $5,000
Adviser Class - IRA Account $2,000
SI Class $10,000,000
Additional Investment - All Classes$250

A Low Cost leader
Payden Emerging Markets Bond Fund (PYEMX) Morningstar average:
Emerging Markets Bond
Net Expense Ratio 0.73% 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 Dec 17, 1998
Share Class Inception Date Dec 17, 1998
Total Net Assets $758.7 million
Average Duration 6.9 years
Average Maturity 12.1 years
30-Day SEC Yield (08/31/23) 10.81%
30-Day SEC Yield (unsubsidized) 10.81%
Sector Breakdown
Sector Percent of Portfolio
Government/Gov't Related86%
Corporates11%
Money Markets3%
Total 100%
Country Breakdown
Country Percent of Portfolio
Mexico7.3%
Indonesia6.1%
Colombia5.4%
S.Africa5.1%
Saudi Arabia4.2%
Romania3.7%
Brazil3.6%
Peru3.1%
Dominican Republic3.0%
Nigeria2.8%
Credit Breakdown
Credit Quality Percent of Portfolio
AAA3%
AA4%
A7%
BBB33%
BB28%
B15%
CCC6%
CC3%
Unrated1%
Total 100%
Security ratings are assigned using the highest rating of Moody’s, S&P, and Fitch.

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.


Total Returns
YTD 1 Year 3 Year 5 Year 10 Year Since Inception
Quarter-end (6/30/2023) 4.69% 9.56% -2.26% 0.68% 2.47% 7.29%
Month-end (8/31/2023) 5.03% 7.71% -3.82% 0.68% 2.82% 7.26%
Yearly Returns
2022-17.40%
2021-2.37%
20206.17%
201916.41%
2018-7.03%
201712.00%
201611.45%
2015-0.84%
20145.31%
2013-7.16%
Expenses
Total Annual Operating Expense 0.73%
Net or Actual Operating Expense 0.73%

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.

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.