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U.S. News evaluated 91 World Bond Funds. Our list highlights the top-rated funds for long-term investors based on the ratings of leading fund industry researchers.
Performance
The fund has returned 3.10 percent over the past year, 7.93 percent over the past three years, 5.87 percent over the past five years, and 6.28 percent over the past decade.
| Trailing Returns | Updated 04.30.2013 |
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| Year to date | -0.7% |
| 1 Year | 3.1% |
| 3 Years (Annualized) | 7.9% |
| 5 Years (Annualized) | 5.9% |
| 10 Years (Annualized) | 6.3% |
Summary
The investment seeks maximum total return, consistent with preservation of capital and prudent investment management. The fund invests at least 80% of its net assets in fixed-income instruments that are economically tied to at least three countries (one of which may be the United States), which may be represented by futures contracts with respect to such securities, and options on such securities. It may have significant investments in fixed-income instruments issued by companies in the financial services sector. The fund may invest up to 10% of its net assets in preferred stocks. It is non-diversified.
Fees
Fees are Low compared to funds in the same category.
John Hancock Variable Insurance Trust Global Bond Trust has an expense ratio of 0.86 percent.
Risk
Risk is Average compared to funds in the same category according to Morningstar.
