Global Short-term Investment Grade Fixed Income (Dimensional)
TA4A

The Global Short-term Investment Grade Fixed Income Fund (Dimensional) aims to maximise total returns from the universe of debt obligations in which the fund invests. The fund is managed on a discretionary basis and invests in investment grade debt instruments such as, without limitation, bonds, commercial paper, bank and corporate debt. This debt is issued by governments, other public bodies and companies from developed countries and, at the time of purchase, this debt is generally rated at least BBB- or Baa3 by the major rating agencies. In addition to investment grade instruments, the fund may invest in unrated instruments which are deemed to be of similar quality. The fund will generally maintain an average duration of its investments to three years or less. The fund may use derivatives to manage risk, reduce costs or improve returns.

Main features

- Actively managed by Dimensional

- Invests in investment grade debt instruments

- Generally maintains average duration of 3 years or less

Find out if this fund is available for your product choice

How it works

The fund invests in investment grade debt instruments such as, without limitation, bonds, commercial paper, bank and corporate debt. The fund will generally maintain an average duration of its investments to three years or less. This debt is issued by governments, other public bodies and companies from developed countries and, at the time of purchase, this debt is generally rated at least BBB- or Baa3 by the major rating agencies. In addition to investment grade instruments, the fund may invest in unrated instruments which are deemed to be of similar quality. The fund will purchase debt in various currencies. The fund will use financial contracts or instruments (derivatives) to manage its exposure to these currencies in an attempt to protect returns against exchange rate fluctuations.

This fund is managed by Dimensional.

Current Fund Price* (as at 10/05/2024)

Type
Price
Bid
39.750
Offer
41.842

Asset Split**

95% Bonds
5% Cash

Annualised Performance (%)*

*Notes: Annual management charges (AMC) apply. The fund performance shown is before the full AMC is applied on your policy.

Returns are based on offer/offer performance and do not represent the return achieved by individual policies linked to the fund.

The fund price/performance shown is for the Pension / Gross of Tax Funds category.

*Source: Zurich Life

**Note: Asset Splits are updated quarterly.

Why Dimensional?

Dimensional Fund Advisors is a leading global investment firm that has been translating academic research into practical investment solutions since 1981. Guided by a strong belief in markets, they work to implement compelling ideas in finance for the benefit of clients. An enduring philosophy, strong client commitment, and a strong connection with the academic community underpin their approach. Dimensional manages $596 billion in Global assets.

*Source: Dimensional Fund Advisors, September 2018.

Dimensional Fund Advisors Ltd., registered address 20 Triton Street, Regent's Place, London, NW1 3BF, Company Number 02569601, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority - Firm Reference No.150100.

Warning: Past performance is not a reliable guide to future performance.
Warning: Benefits may be affected by changes in currency exchange rates.
Warning: The value of your investment may go down as well as up.
Warning: If you invest in these funds you may lose some or all of the money you invest.

Get in touch

Call our Financial Planning Team

Arrange for us to contact you

Get local advice