Kansas Tax-Free Intermediate Bond Fund
Overview
Objective
Seeks current income exempt from federal and, to the extent possible, from Kansas income taxes, as is consistent with the preservation of capital.Strategy
Focuses primarily on investing in municipal obligations issued by the State of Kansas and its political subdivisions.Fund Manager
Brian P. Musielak, CFA- Joined Commerce in 1995
- 22 years of experience
- Fund manager since Fund inception
Risk/Return
LOW - • - - - - - HIGHIn general, greater returns are associated with greater risks.
Fund Statistics
| Inception Date | 12/26/00 |
|---|---|
| Ticker Symbol | KTXIX |
| Cusip | 200626786 |
| Minimum Initial Investment | $1,000 |
Commentary
| Total Fund Assets as of 6/30/2020 | $174,581,436 |
|---|---|
| Net Asset Value1 | $20.15 |
| Effective Duration2 | 4.44 Yrs. |
Footnotes:
1. The Net Asset Value represents the assets of the fund (ex dividend) by the total number of shares.
2. Duration is the method determining a bond's price sensitivity, given changes in interest rates.
3. The composition of the portfolio is subject to change in the future.
4. The Fund's investments may subject shareholders to federal alternative minimum tax.
1. The Net Asset Value represents the assets of the fund (ex dividend) by the total number of shares.
2. Duration is the method determining a bond's price sensitivity, given changes in interest rates.
3. The composition of the portfolio is subject to change in the future.
4. The Fund's investments may subject shareholders to federal alternative minimum tax.
Portfolio Holdings
Investments in fixed income securities are subject to the risks associated with debt securities including credit and interest rate risk. When interest rates rise, the prices of bonds and therefore the value of fixed income mutual fund shares can decrease and an investor can lose principal value. The Fund is non-diversified. Due to the smaller number of bonds generally held in the portfolio, the Fund may be subject to greater risks than a more diversified fund. A change in the value of any single holding may affect the overall value more than it would affect a diversified fund that holds more investments. In addition, the Fund's investments may subject shareholders to federal alternative minimum tax. The investment income from this Fund may be subject to state income taxes.
Holdings and allocations shown are unaudited, and may not be representative of current or future investments.
Holdings and allocations may not include the Fund's entire investment portfolio, which may change at any time. Fund holdings should not be relied on in making investment decisions and should not be construed as research or investment advice regarding particular securities.
Holdings and allocations may not include the Fund's entire investment portfolio, which may change at any time. Fund holdings should not be relied on in making investment decisions and should not be construed as research or investment advice regarding particular securities.
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Following the massive fiscal stimulus passed by Congress and implementation of the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) liquidity facilities, markets began to stabilize in the face of the COVID-19 global pandemic. Risk appetites appeared to return during the second quarter as domestic equity markets rebounded in historic fashion in response to the monetary and fiscal stimulus as well as the quick turnaround of hiring and overall improving economic activity. While “shelter in place” restrictions have been relaxed,and reopening plans implemented in many states, a resurgence in COVID-19 cases began causing a handful of states to pause or even reverse course. The Fed expressed that caution was warranted regarding the recovery, noting the elevated levels of unemployment and consumer savings. The Fed also reiterated their commitment to highly accommodative monetary policy in order to support the economy for as long as required. The 10-year Treasury yield decreased 1 bp (basis point) from 0.67% to 0.66% while the 10-year municipal yield decreased 43 bps from 1.33% to 0.90% during the quarter. The 10-year muni/treasury ratio decreased to 136%. Credit spreads tightened back up during the quarter. Bloomberg Barclay’s high yield muni index outperformed their investment grade index by 183 bps for the quarter after a strong June. Municipal bond funds have experienced outflows of roughly $6.2 billion year-to-date, according to JP Morgan. Longer bonds outperformed shorter bonds while GO (General Obligation) bonds outperformed revenue sectors during the quarter. Lower quality bonds underperformed their higher quality counterparts.
For the second quarter, The Commerce Kansas Tax-Free Fund’s return of 2.13% underperformed the Bloomberg Barclays’ 3-15 Year Blend benchmark of 2.84%. Intermediate maturities were the most additive. Housing and transportation sectors performed the best. The Fund’s exposures to the hospital and higher education sectors lagged.