SGVDX

About SGVDX

The Allspring Government Securities Fund Class A is a mutual fund focused on providing current income and capital preservation by investing primarily in a diversified portfolio of U.S. government obligations, including Treasury securities and agency-backed bonds. Its strategy centers on minimizing credit risk by allocating over 90% of its assets to instruments backed by the U.S. government or affiliated agencies, making it part of the intermediate government bond category. The fund typically features an effective duration in the 3.5 to 6.0-year range, positioning its risk and return profile between short and long-term government bond funds. Notable portfolio holdings often include U.S. Treasury notes, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Government National Mortgage Association securities. The fund is designed to appeal to investors seeking relative safety of principal and regular income, reflecting its role as a core holding in the fixed income allocation of diverse investment portfolios. By emphasizing high credit quality and liquidity, the Allspring Government Securities Fund Class A plays a stabilizing role in the broader financial market, especially during periods of economic uncertainty.