BlackRock·2026-06-17·via All Articles on Seeking Alpha
Summary
BlackRock Core Bond Fund posted returns of -0.25% (Institutional shares) and -0.31% (Investor A shares, without sales charge) for the first quarter of 2026.
Structured products, security selection among agency mortgage-backed securities (MBS), and U.S. investment grade credit sector allocation contributed to performance.
The fund reduced its overweight duration (interest rate sensitivity) position, which was concentrated in the front end of the yield curve.
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Commentary as of 03/31/26
The fund posted returns of -0.25% (Institutional shares) and -0.31% (Investor A shares, without sales charge) for the first quarter of 2026.
Structured products, security selection among agency mortgage-backed securities (MBS), and U.S. investment
