Fund info

TCW MetWest Total Return Bond Fund - M Share is an intermediate core-plus bond mutual fund focused on delivering a broad-based, actively managed fixed income strategy. Its primary objective is to generate total return through a combination of income and capital appreciation by investing in a diversified portfolio centered on investment-grade U.S. bonds. The fund allocates its assets across a wide selection of government securities, corporate bonds, mortgage-backed, and asset-backed securities, with a willingness to include non-core sectors for performance flexibility. Notably, it typically maintains a moderate to long duration profile, allowing for potential outperformance in various interest rate environments. The fund's approach emphasizes sector rotation, active duration management, and rigorous security selection, led by a seasoned team of portfolio managers. With substantial assets under management and a track record of navigating different market cycles, the fund serves as a staple fixed income holding for investors seeking exposure to the broader U.S. bond market, providing diversification and aiming for consistent risk-adjusted returns within the intermediate bond category.