Overview
Important Information: Capital at Risk. The value of investments and the income from them can fall as well as rise and are not guaranteed. Investors may not get back the amount originally invested.
Two main risks related to fixed income investing are interest rate risk and credit risk. Typically, when interest rates rise, there is a corresponding decline in the market value of bonds. Credit risk refers to the possibility that the issuer of the bond will not be able to repay the principal and make interest payments. The Fund uses derivatives as part of its investment strategy. Compared to a fund which only invests in traditional instruments such as stocks and bonds, derivatives are potentially subject to a higher level of risk. The Fund’s investments may have low liquidity which often causes the value of these investments to be less predictable. In extreme cases, the Fund may not be able to realise the investment at the latest market price or at a price considered fair. The insolvency of any institutions providing services such as safekeeping of assets or acting as counterparty to derivatives or other instruments, may expose the Fund to financial loss.
Performance
Performance
Chart
Distributions
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Returns
This chart shows the product's performance as the percentage loss or gain per year over the last 10 years.
*Prior to 30 Sep 2015, the Fund used a different benchmark which is reflected in the benchmark data.
Previously, the performance history as at 31 October 2022 was quoted on the basis of closing prices. The full performance history is now shown based on dealing prices.
| 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Return (%) GBP | 1.1 | 8.3 | 2.7 | -0.5 | 6.8 | 6.8 | -3.7 | -17.6 | 6.0 | -0.4 |
| Constraint Benchmark 1 (%) GBP | 1.4 | 8.3 | 2.6 | 0.1 | 6.4 | 6.6 | -3.4 | -17.7 | 5.8 | 0.1 |
Performance is shown after deduction of ongoing charges. Any entry and exit charges are excluded from the calculation.
| 1y | 3y | 5y | 10y | Incept. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Return (%) GBP | 4.11 | 2.77 | -2.21 | 1.04 | - |
| Constraint Benchmark 1 (%) GBP | 4.48 | 3.00 | -2.07 | 1.09 | - |
| YTD | 1m | 3m | 6m | 1y | 3y | 5y | 10y | Incept. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Return (%) GBP | 5.60 | 0.36 | 2.87 | 3.84 | 4.11 | 8.53 | -10.55 | 10.86 | - |
| Constraint Benchmark 1 (%) GBP | 5.68 | 0.20 | 2.83 | 3.86 | 4.48 | 9.27 | -9.91 | 11.40 | - |
| From 30-Sept-2020 To 30-Sept-2021 |
From 30-Sept-2021 To 30-Sept-2022 |
From 30-Sept-2022 To 30-Sept-2023 |
From 30-Sept-2023 To 30-Sept-2024 |
From 30-Sept-2024 To 30-Sept-2025 |
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Total Return (%) GBP
as of 30/Sept/2025 |
-3.22 | -20.12 | 2.74 | 8.63 | 1.33 |
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Constraint Benchmark 1 (%) GBP
as of 30/Sept/2025 |
-3.12 | -19.61 | 2.48 | 8.39 | 1.87 |
The Fund was previously structured as Common Investment Fund (‘CIF’). On 06 12 2019, the CIF closed and the assets were transferred to a Charity Authorised Investment Fund (‘CAIF’). The CAIF is being run with the same investment objective and policy. Please note that the historical performance shown before 06 12 2019 is indicative and is provided when the fund was run as a CIF.
Performance is shown on a Net Asset Value (NAV) basis, with gross income reinvested where applicable. The return of your investment may increase or decrease as a result of currency fluctuations if your investment is made in a currency other than that used in the past performance calculation. Source: BlackRock
Key Facts
Key Facts
Portfolio Characteristics
Portfolio Characteristics
Risk Indicator
Risk Indicator
Ratings
Ratings
Holdings
Holdings
| Name | Weight (%) |
|---|---|
| UK CONV GILT 4 10/22/2031 | 7.99 |
| UK CONV GILT 6 12/07/2028 | 4.59 |
| UK CONV GILT 1.625 10/22/2028 | 4.12 |
| UK CONV GILT 3.25 01/31/2033 | 4.08 |
| UK CONV GILT 4.25 06/07/2032 | 3.01 |
| Name | Weight (%) |
|---|---|
| UNITED KINGDOM OF GREAT BRITAIN AN 4.375 03/07/2030 | 2.42 |
| BNP PARIBAS SA MTN RegS 3.375 01/23/2026 | 2.23 |
| UK CONV GILT 4.25 12/07/2049 | 2.18 |
| EUROPEAN UNION RegS 2.875 12/06/2027 | 1.99 |
| FRANCE (REPUBLIC OF) 2.5 09/24/2027 | 1.99 |
Exposure Breakdowns
Exposure Breakdowns
Portfolio Managers
Portfolio Managers
Managing Director, is Head of the Fundamental Sterling Team within BlackRock's Global Fixed Income (GFI) Group.