Artemis Strategic Bond Fund
A flexible approach to bond investing, adapting to changing conditions
Dynamic
Adapts to market conditions by moving between different types of bonds depending on where the managers see the best opportunities
Flexible
Designed to be defensive during market downturns and seize opportunities when conditions improve, targeting strong long-term performance
Diversified
Instead of focusing on one part of bond markets, the team invests widely across high-yield, investment-grade and government bonds
High-yield bonds generally have a lower credit rating than an investment grade bond, with a higher risk of default (i.e. not being repaid) and therefore pay a higher yield. Government bonds are generally considered to have a low risk of default. Learn more about different types of bond.
Awards and ratings
Key details
| IA sector | IA Sterling Strategic Bond Sector |
|---|---|
| Base currency | GBP |
| Unit type | Accumulation |
| Year end | 31 Mar |
| Pay dates | Last day of each month |
| Valuation point | 12:00 UK time |
| ISA eligible | Yes |
This fund is actively managed.
Objective
To provide a combination of income and capital growth over a five year period.
There is no guarantee that the fund will achieve a positive return over a five-year period or any other time period and your capital is at risk.
Portfolio
Top 10 holdings (%)
The United States Of America 2.375% 15-Feb-2055 | 4.3 |
United Kingdom 4.375% 07-Mar-2028 | 3.3 |
United Kingdom 4.125% 07-Mar-2031 | 3.3 |
Canada 2.75% 01-Mar-2031 | 2.9 |
Australia 1.5% 21-Jun-2031 | 1.7 |
Bp Capital Markets P.L.C. 4.25% Perp | 1.7 |
Aviva Plc 4.0% 03-Jun-2055 | 1.7 |
Ubs Group Ag 7.375% 07-Sep-2033 | 1.5 |
Tp Icap Finance Plc 6.375% 12-Jun-2032 | 1.4 |
Zurich Finance (Ireland) Dac 5.125% 23-Nov-2052 | 1.4 |
Effective duration | 6.1 |
Asset class exposure (%)
| Long | Short | Net | |
|---|---|---|---|
Fixed Income | 196.4 | -17.5 | 178.8 |
Corporates | 81.2 | 0.0 | 81.2 |
Government Bond Futures | 57.3 | -17.5 | 39.8 |
Interest Rate Swaps | 39.8 | 0.0 | 39.8 |
Government Bonds | 16.6 | 0.0 | 16.6 |
Securitized / Covered | 1.5 | 0.0 | 1.5 |
Currency Forwards | 59.0 | -58.2 | 0.8 |
Cash | 1.4 | -1.0 | 0.4 |
Source: Artemis as at 30 April 2026.
Figures may not add up to 100% due to rounding and cash and derivative holdings. Visit Glossary of terms for an explanation of investment terms.
Risk considerations
Market volatility risk
The value of the fund and any income from it can fall or rise because of movements in stockmarkets, currencies and interest rates, each of which can move irrationally and be affected unpredictably by diverse factors, including political and economic events.
Currency risk
The fund’s assets may be priced in currencies other than the fund base currency. Changes in currency exchange rates can therefore affect the fund's value.
Bond liquidity risk
The fund holds bonds which could prove difficult to sell. As a result, the fund may have to lower the selling price, sell other investments or forego more appealing investment opportunities.
Credit risk
Investments in bonds are affected by interest rates, inflation and credit ratings. It is possible that bond issuers will not pay interest or return the capital. All of these events can reduce the value of bonds held by the fund.
Leverage risk
The fund may operate with a significant amount of leverage. Leverage occurs when the economic exposure created by the use of derivatives is greater than the amount invested. A leveraged portfolio may result in large fluctuations in its value and therefore entails a high degree of risk including the risk that losses may be substantial.
Emerging markets risk
Compared to more established economies, investments in emerging markets may be subject to greater volatility due to differences in generally accepted accounting principles, less governed standards or from economic or political instability. Under certain market conditions assets may be difficult to sell.
Income risk
The payment of income and its level is not guaranteed.
Counterparty risk
Investments such as derivatives are made using financial contracts with third parties. Those third parties may fail to meet their obligations to the fund due to events beyond the fund's control. The fund's value could fall because of loss of monies owed by the counterparty and/or the cost of replacement financial contracts.
Risk and reward profile
The fund is in the category shown due to historic volatility (how much and how quickly the value of shares in the fund may have risen and fallen in the past due to movements in markets, currencies and interest rates). It may not be a reliable indication of the future risk profile of the fund. The figure highlighted in the risk reward profile is the Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI). For more information visit our Glossary of terms.
Integrating investment and stewardship
We believe stewardship activities can contribute to better performing companies and therefore our return to clients. These activities encompass environmental, social and governance (ESG) integration, engagement and voting.
When considering individual issuers, the consideration of materiality and trajectory of ESG risks/opportunities is undertaken with the ultimate aim of positively contributing to portfolio performance. We utilise the expertise of Artemis’ wider fixed income and equity teams.
Our TCFD (Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures) fund-level reports provide our clients with transparency on certain climate-related metrics for our investment products.
We have produced a consolidated report which includes TCFD disclosures for all of our UK funds, along with an explanation of the climate metrics which we are disclosing for each fund.
How to invest
There are several ways to invest in our funds. If you feel you might need advice before making an investment, we recommend you speak to a financial adviser. Advisers can help you plan your investments and can invest in Artemis funds on your behalf.
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Alternatively, you can invest directly with Artemis
Or on 0800 092 2051 if you already have an account with us
Contact us
General enquiries:
Tel: 0800 092 2051
Fund Service Centre
Artemis Fund Managers Limited
Sunderland SR43 4BH
Other information
This is a marketing communication. Before making any final investment decisions, and to understand the investment risks involved, refer to the fund prospectus and KIID/KID, available in English and in your local language (depending on local country registration) above or on the literature page. The documents can also be found on www.fundinfo.com.
Investment in a fund concerns the acquisition of units/shares in the fund and not in the underlying assets of the fund.
Reference to specific shares or companies should not be taken as advice or a recommendation to invest in them.
The fund is an authorised unit trust scheme. For further information, visit our fund structures page
Third parties (including FTSE, Russell, MSCI and Refinitiv) whose data may be included in this document do not accept any liability for errors or omissions. For information, visit our third party data page
Any research and analysis in this communication has been obtained by Artemis for its own use. Although this communication is based on sources of information that Artemis believes to be reliable, no guarantee is given as to its accuracy or completeness.
Any forward-looking statements are based on Artemis’ current expectations and projections and are subject to change without notice.
Visit our glossary for an explanation of investment terms.
Issued by Artemis Fund Managers Ltd which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
