FCWBX

About FCWBX

Capital World Bond Fund – 529-F-2 is a globally diversified mutual fund focused on fixed income investments. Its primary objective is to provide a high level of total return, balancing income and capital appreciation while adhering to prudent investment management principles. The fund invests primarily in sovereign and corporate bonds issued by governments and companies across more than 60 developed and developing markets, offering broad exposure to both U.S. and non-U.S. bonds—recent allocations include approximately 40% in U.S. bonds and 55% in non-U.S. bonds—with the remainder held in cash and equivalents. Key features of the fund include an effective duration of about 6.1 years and an average yield to worst near 4%, signifying moderate interest rate risk and competitive income potential for its class. The portfolio is actively managed, with a relatively high annual turnover, and aims to optimize returns across diverse credit qualities, maturities, and geographic regions. Capital World Bond Fund – 529-F-2 plays a vital role for investors and institutions seeking diversification beyond domestic fixed income, helping mitigate risk and improve portfolio stability through international exposure and actively managed strategies.