BIBTX

About BIBTX

The Sterling Capital Total Return Bond Fund Institutional Shares is an open-end mutual fund that seeks to provide investors with a high level of current income and competitive total return. As an intermediate core bond fund, it invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of investment-grade, U.S. dollar-denominated fixed-income securities. These include U.S. government and agency bonds, corporate debt, mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities, and municipal bonds. Notably, the portfolio maintains medium credit quality and moderate sensitivity to interest rates, with an effective duration close to six years. The fund typically holds hundreds of positions, reducing concentration risk, and is managed using a blend of active security selection and diligent risk oversight. Sterling Capital Total Return Bond Fund Institutional Shares plays a significant role in institutional and large-scale portfolio strategies by serving as a core fixed-income allocation, aiming to balance income generation with capital preservation. Its investment focus and comprehensive bond exposure make it an important option for investors seeking stability and diversified fixed-income exposure within the broader financial markets.