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Investment Grade

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Investment Grade
1. In the case of a stock, a firm that has a strong balance sheet, considerable capitalization, and is recognized as a leader in its industry.

2. In the case of fixed income, a bond with a rating of BBB or higher.

Notes:
Something classified as investment grade is, by implication, medium to high quality.


Investment grade
In the context of bond ratings, the rating level above which institutional investors have been authorized to invest.

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An investment grade rating speaks to an entity's ability to repay debt in a timely manner.
The Fund pursues these investment objectives by investing in the world bond markets through a diversified portfolio of investment grade and below-investment grade government and corporate debt securities.
The Fund pursues these investment objectives by investing in the world bond markets through a diversified portfolio of investment grade and below-investment grade government and corporate debt securities.
 
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