BlackRock Corporate Bond Class D Acc
Report And Accounts
Simplified Prospectus / KIID
Performance
Discrete performance - to last month end
| 30/04/19 to 30/04/20 |
30/04/20 to 30/04/21 |
30/04/21 to 30/04/22 |
30/04/22 to 30/04/23 |
30/04/23 to 30/04/24 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fund | 4.0% | 5.8% | -7.5% | -5.5% | 3.5% |
| Sector | 5.3% | 4.9% | -7.3% | -6.6% | 5.5% |
| Rank | 61/87 | 22/92 | 44/92 | 29/95 | 88/97 |
| Quartile | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 |
Annualised performance
| Annualised | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Years to 30/04/24 |
5 Years to 30/04/24 |
10 Years to 30/04/24 |
||
| Fund | -3.3% | -0.1% | 2.6% | |
| Sector | -3.0% | 0.2% | 2.3% | |
| Rank | 48/92 | 45/87 | 15/69 | |
| Quartile | 3 | 3 | 1 | |
Top 10 Holdings
| Stock | % Weight |
|---|---|
| 4½% Treasury Gilt 2028 | 5.59 |
| TIME WARNER CABLE LLC 5.75 06/02/2031 | 2.93 |
| METROPOLITAN LIFE GLOBAL FUNDING I RegS 5 01/10/2030 | 2.77 |
| 4⅛% Treasury Gilt 2027 | 2.75 |
| TESCO PROPERTY RegS | 2.74 |
| AT&T INC RegS 5.5 03/15/2027 | 2.44 |
| LEGAL & GENERAL GROUP PLC RegS 5.125 11/14/2048 | 2.14 |
| BANCO SANTANDER SA MTN RegS 4.75 08/30/2028 | 2.02 |
| EON INTERNATIONAL FINANCE BV MTN RegS 6.25 06/03/2030 | 1.99 |
| COOPERATIEVE CENTRALE RAIFFEISEN-B MTN RegS 4.625 05/23/2029 | 1.94 |
| Total | 27.31 |
Fund Aims
The objective of the BlackRock Corporate Bond Fund is to maximise total return by investing principally in corporate bonds and other interest-bearing securities. Exposure to non sterling denominated assets will typically be hedged back to sterling. Separately, the Fund may also invest in preference shares, convertibles, other transferable securities and collective investment schemes.
Fund Manager
Ben Edwards, CFA, Managing Director, is a Portfolio Manager in the Sterling Bond Portfolio team within BlackRock's Global Fixed Income Group. Mr. Edwards is the lead fund manager of the BlackRock Corporate Bond Fund and co-manager of the BlackRock Sterling Strategic Bond Fund. Prior to joining BlackRock in 2010, Mr. Edwards worked at Legal and General Investment Management from 2003 to 2009 where he was a portfolio manager, responsible for both institutional and retail sterling corporate bond portfolios. He began his career as an Analyst at M&G in 2002. Mr. Edwards earned a Business degree from the Queensland University of Technology (Aust.) in 2000 and post-graduate qualifications in Finance from the Financial Services Institute of Australia in 2002. He is a CFA charterholder.
Fund Overview
| Bid (03/05/2024) | 348.93p |
| Offer (03/05/2024) | 350.36p |
| Distribution yield | 4.48% |
| Underlying yield | - |
| Fund size (29/02/2024) | £1110.06m |
| Number of holdings | 224 |
| Entry Charge | 0.00% |
| Ongoing Charges | 0.56% |
| Launch date | 10/06/2011 |
Asset Allocation
| International Bonds | 48.46% | |
| UK Corporate Bonds | 28.58% | |
| UK Gilts | 12.27% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.39% | |
| Alternative Trading Strategies | -1.04% | |
| Other Assets | 9.35% |
Important Information
Source of portfolio data: Broadridge. Source of performance data: FE fundinfo. We can’t predict the future. Past performance isn’t a guide to future performance. The figures shown are intended only to demonstrate performance history of the fund, after allowing for the impact of ongoing charges, but take no account of product charges. Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now. Fund performance is based upon the movement of the daily price and is shown as total return in GBP with income reinvested. The value of your client’s investment can go down as well as up and the amount your client gets back may be less than they put in.
This factsheet is for investment professionals and is for information purposes only. Should you wish to present any of this content to your client, please refer to similar pages on pru.co.uk. You should refer to your client’s policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
Asset Allocation
| International Bonds | 48.46% | |
| UK Corporate Bonds | 28.58% | |
| UK Gilts | 12.27% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.39% | |
| Alternative Trading Strategies | -1.04% | |
| Other Assets | 9.35% |
Bond Sector Breakdown
| Industry | Supersector | Sector | Subsector | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonds | 89.30% | - | - | - | |
| Non-Classified | 9.35% | - | - | - | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.39% | - | - | - | |
| Alternative Trading Strategies | -1.04% | - | - | - | |
| Alternative Trading Strategies | - | -1.04% | - | - | |
| Alternative Trading Strategies | - | - | -1.04% | - | |
| Alternative Trading Strategies | - | - | - | -1.04% | |
Regional Allocation
| UK | 40.85% | |
| Developed Europe - Excl UK | 25.77% | |
| North America | 15.91% | |
| Non-Classified | 15.07% | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.39% |
Fixed Interest Currencies
| Pound Sterling | 70.86% | |
| Euro | 16.98% | |
| Non-Fixed Interest Assets | 11.76% | |
| US Dollar | 0.75% | |
| Lari | 0.72% | |
| Cash | -1.07% |
Regional Breakdown
| Region | Country | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| UK | 40.85% | - | |
United Kingdom
|
- | 40.85% | |
| Developed Europe - Excl UK | 25.77% | - | |
France
|
- | 8.17% | |
Netherlands
|
- | 4.66% | |
Spain
|
- | 3.77% | |
Germany
|
- | 1.90% | |
Switzerland
|
- | 1.75% | |
Norway
|
- | 1.23% | |
Italy
|
- | 1.09% | |
Belgium
|
- | 1.04% | |
Luxembourg
|
- | 0.81% | |
Denmark
|
- | 0.78% | |
Sweden
|
- | 0.58% | |
Finland
|
- | 0.00% | |
| North America | 15.91% | - | |
United States
|
- | 15.91% | |
Canada
|
- | 0.01% | |
| Non-Classified | 15.07% | - | |
| Cash and Equivalents | 2.39% | - | |
Fixed Interest Maturity Profile
| < 5Yr Maturity |
|
30.98% |
| 5Yr - 10Yr Maturity |
|
35.37% |
| 10Yr - 15Yr Maturity |
|
3.21% |
| > 15Yr Maturity |
|
19.74% |
| Cash And Equivalents |
|
2.39% |
| Unknown Maturity |
|
9.35% |
| Other Asset Types |
|
-1.04% |
Fixed Interest Quality Profile
| AAA |
|
0.68% |
| AA |
|
16.28% |
| A |
|
25.03% |
| BBB |
|
33.55% |
| Sub-Investment Grade |
|
6.55% |
| Unknown Quality |
|
7.22% |
| Cash and Equivalents |
|
2.39% |
| Other Asset Types |
|
8.31% |
Top 10 Holdings
| Stock | % Weight | Sector | Country | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4½% Treasury Gilt 2028 | 5.59% | Bonds | United Kingdom |
| 2 | TIME WARNER CABLE LLC 5.75 06/02/2031 | 2.93% | Bonds | United States |
| 3 | METROPOLITAN LIFE GLOBAL FUNDING I RegS 5 01/10/2030 | 2.77% | Bonds | United States |
| 4 | 4⅛% Treasury Gilt 2027 | 2.75% | Bonds | United Kingdom |
| 5 | TESCO PROPERTY RegS | 2.74% | Bonds | United Kingdom |
| 6 | AT&T INC RegS 5.5 03/15/2027 | 2.44% | Bonds | United States |
| 7 | LEGAL & GENERAL GROUP PLC RegS 5.125 11/14/2048 | 2.14% | Bonds | United Kingdom |
| 8 | BANCO SANTANDER SA MTN RegS 4.75 08/30/2028 | 2.02% | Bonds | Spain |
| 9 | EON INTERNATIONAL FINANCE BV MTN RegS 6.25 06/03/2030 | 1.99% | Bonds | Netherlands |
| 10 | COOPERATIEVE CENTRALE RAIFFEISEN-B MTN RegS 4.625 05/23/2029 | 1.94% | Bonds | Netherlands |
Important Information
The Industry Classification Benchmark is a product of FTSE International Limited and has been licensed for use. This factsheet is for investment professionals and is for information purposes only. Should you wish to present any of this content to your client, please refer to similar pages on pru.co.uk. You should refer to your client’s policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
Identification Codes
| Sedol Code | B4QC331 |
| Mex Code | MYRPOR |
| Isin Code | GB00B4QC3311 |
| Citi Code | 00PB |
Fund Charges
| Entry Charge | 0.00% |
| Ongoing Charges | 0.56% |
Aims and Benchmark
| Aims | The objective of the BlackRock Corporate Bond Fund is to maximise total return by investing principally in corporate bonds and other interest-bearing securities. Exposure to non sterling denominated assets will typically be hedged back to sterling. Separately, the Fund may also invest in preference shares, convertibles, other transferable securities and collective investment schemes. |
| Benchmark | ICE BofA Sterling Corporate Index Net Return in GBP |
| Benchmark Category | - |
| IA Sector | £ Corporate Bond |
Fund Background
| Valuation frequency | Daily |
| Valuation point | 12:00 |
| Fund type | Unit Trust |
| Launch price | £1.00 |
| Fund currency | Pound Sterling |
| Fund domicile | United Kingdom |
| ISA allowable | Yes |
| SIPP allowable | Yes |
Distribution Details
| Income frequency | Quarterly |
| Distribution Type | Interest |
| Distribution Payment Basis | Net |
Distribution Dates
| Ex dividend date(s) | Income payment date(s) |
|---|---|
| 01 December | 31 January |
| 01 March | 30 April |
| 01 June | 31 July |
| 01 September | 31 October |
Ratings
| FE Crown |  |
Effect of Deductions
| Assuming a growth rate of 6.00% | Assuming a growth rate of 7.00% |
|---|---|
| - | - |
Fund Administration
| Fund Trustee/Depository | BNY Mellon Trust & Depositary (UK) Ltd |
| Fund Administrator | IFDS |
| Fund Registrar | IFDS |
| Fund Custodian | The Bank of New York Mellon SA/NV |
Group Details
| Group name | BlackRock Investment Management (UK) Limited |
| Group address | 12 Throgmorton Avenue London EC2N 2DL |
| Group telephone | 08457 405 405 |
| Dealing telephone | 0800 445522 |
| broker.services@blackrock.com | |
| Homepage | www.blackrock.co.uk |
| Fax number | 020 7743 1135 |
Dealing
| Minimum Investment | £100000 |
| Minimum Top Up | £100 |
| Minimum Regular Saving | - |
| Settlement Period: Buy | 3 days |
| Settlement Period: Sell | 3 days |
| Pricing Basis | Forward |
| Dealing Decimals | 3 |
Important Information
Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now.
This factsheet is for investment professionals and is for information purposes only. Should you wish to present any of this content to your client, please refer to similar pages on pru.co.uk. You should refer to your client’s policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
Risk Analysis
| Ratio | Value |
|---|---|
| Alpha | 0.83 |
| Beta | 1.26 |
| Sharpe | -0.01 |
| Standard Deviation | 11.45 |
| Info Ratio | -0.05 |
Risk Factors
| Risk Factor | Yes / No |
|---|---|
| Charges to Capital | Yes |
| Emerging Markets | No |
| Concentrated Portfolio | No |
| Smaller Companies | No |
| High Yield Bonds | Yes |
| Sector Specific | No |
| Geared Investments | No |
| Value of Investments | Yes |
| Investments Long Term | Yes |
| Property | No |
| Exchange Rate | Yes |
| Higher Risk | Yes |
| Performance Charges | No |
| Derivative Exposure | No |
| Offshore | No |
| Income Eroding Capital Growth | Yes |
| Umbrella Liabilities | No |
| New Fund | No |
| Solvency of Depository | No |
| Solvency of Bond Issuers | Yes |
| Ethical Restrictions | No |
| Liquidity | No |
| Returns Are Not Guaranteed | Yes |
| Inflation | Yes |
| Taxation and Tax Relief | Yes |
Fund Specific Risks
Charges to Capital
Part, or all of the periodic annual management fee(s) and expenses may be charged to capital which could increase the potential for the capital value of your investment to be eroded. Your capital could also decrease if income withdrawals exceed the growth rate of the fund(s).
High Yield Bonds
The fund invests in high yield bonds. High yield bonds carry a greater risk of default than investment grade bonds, and economic conditions and interest rate movements will have a greater effect on their price. Income levels may not be achieved and the income provided may vary.
Value of Investments
The value of investments, and any income can fall, as well as rise, so you could get back less than you invested. Neither capital nor income is guaranteed.
Investments Long Term
Investments should be regarded as long term and are not suitable for money which may be needed in the short term, you should always have a sufficient cash reserve.
Exchange Rate
This fund invests in securities outside the UK. The value of investments and any income from them may therefore decrease or increase as a result of changes in exchange rates between currencies.
Higher Risk
This fund is specifically aimed at sophisticated investors and is particularly high risk, because it concentrates on a region that may be exposed to unusual political or economic risks. You should only invest if you are comfortable with the specific risks pertaining to the fund in question. If you are not familiar with these you should ask us for a copy of the provider's key features and brochure.
Income Eroding Capital Growth
The fund focuses on providing an income, which can reduce the prospects for capital growth, and in some cases the capital value may fall.
Solvency of Bond Issuers
If the fund you choose invests in bonds there is a risk that the issuer may default, resulting in a loss to the portfolio.
Returns Are Not Guaranteed
What you receive when you sell your investment is not guaranteed; it depends on how your investments perform.
Inflation
Inflation will reduce the real value of your investments in future.
Taxation and Tax Relief
Levels of taxation and tax relief are subject to change.
Important Information
The risk factor definitions are provided by Broadridge. These definitions may differ from those of Prudential or any underlying fund manager. The data itself is provided by Prudential or the underlying fund manager. This factsheet is for investment professionals and is for information purposes only. Should you wish to present any of this content to your client, please refer to similar pages on pru.co.uk. You should refer to your client’s policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage.
Important Information
Source of performance data: FE fundinfo. We can’t predict the future. Past performance isn’t a guide to future performance. The figures shown are intended only to demonstrate performance history of the fund, after allowing for the impact of ongoing charges, but take no account of product charges. Ongoing charges may vary in the future and may be higher than they are now. Fund performance is based upon the movement of the daily price and is shown as total return in GBP with income reinvested. The value of your client’s investment can go down as well as up and the amount your client gets back may be less than they put in. This factsheet is for investment professionals and is for information purposes only. Should you wish to present any of this content to your client, please refer to similar pages on pru.co.uk. You should refer to your client’s policy documentation and supporting brochures for fund availability, investment strategy, any product information and charges. Every care has been taken in populating this output, however it must be appreciated that neither Broadridge, Prudential nor their sources guarantee the accuracy, adequacy or completeness of this information or make any warranties regarding results from its usage. "Prudential" is a trading name of The Prudential Assurance Company Limited, which is registered in England and Wales. Registered office at 10 Fenchurch Avenue, London EC3M 5AG. Registered number 15454. Authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority.