Fund info

BlackRock Low Duration Bond Fund Class R is an actively managed mutual fund focused on short‑maturity, investment‑grade fixed income. The fund seeks to provide income with relatively low interest‑rate sensitivity by maintaining an average portfolio duration typically between zero and three years, drawing on BlackRock’s multi‑sector bond research and risk management capabilities. It invests primarily in high‑quality U.S. bonds, allocating across government, corporate, and securitized sectors to balance credit quality with diversification. Portfolio characteristics such as an effective duration near two years underscore its emphasis on dampening volatility from rate moves while pursuing consistent income. The strategy is positioned within the short‑term bond category, appealing to investors who prioritize capital stability and liquidity over higher long‑term yield potential, and it is benchmarked against short‑dated U.S. government indices for context on risk and return. Class R shares are designed for certain retirement plans and other eligible investors, reflecting share‑class pricing tailored to plan platforms. The fund’s role in the market is to serve as a core short‑duration holding that can complement cash equivalents while offering enhanced yield relative to ultra‑short and money market exposures.