WAIIX

About WAIIX

Western Asset Inflation Indexed Plus Bond Fund Class I is an open-end mutual fund designed to provide investors with both capital preservation and total return. The fund primarily invests in a portfolio of inflation-indexed fixed income securities, focusing on bonds issued by the U.S. government and government-related entities. By targeting these inflation-linked instruments, the fund aims to offer protection against inflationary pressures, making it a pertinent choice for those seeking to hedge against rising consumer prices. The fund leverages the global fixed income expertise of Western Asset to manage interest rate risk and to uncover relative value opportunities within the inflation-protected bond universe. Its holdings are concentrated in high-credit-quality government bonds, reflecting its significant exposure to interest rate sensitivity while maintaining a strong credit profile. With an effective duration suited to capture returns from both real yields and inflation adjustments, the fund serves as a specialized vehicle for investors looking to offset inflation risk within a broader fixed income allocation.