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Federated Hermes Corporate Bond Fund Class C Shares (FDBCX)

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8.29 -0.01    -0.12%
24/12 - Delayed Data. Currency in USD
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  • Total Assets: 12.19M
Type:  Fund
Market:  United States
Issuer:  Federated
Asset Class:  Bond
Federated Bond C 8.29 -0.01 -0.12%

FDBCX Overview

 
On this page you'll find an in-depth profile of Federated Hermes Corporate Bond Fund Class C Shares. Learn about the key management, total assets, investment strategy and contact information of FDBCX among other information.
Category

Corporate Bond

Total Assets

12.19M

Expenses

1.68%

Inception Date

34878

Investment Strategy

The investment seeks to provide as high a level of current income as is consistent with the preservation of capital. The fund invests primarily in a diversified portfolio of investment-grade corporate debt securities. It may invest up to 35% of its assets in fixed-income securities rated below investment grade. The Adviser may lengthen or shorten duration from time to time based on its interest rate outlook, but the fund has no set duration parameters. It may invest in derivative contracts or hybrid contracts. The fund may also invest in government securities that are supported by the full faith and credit of the U.S. government.

Contact Information

Address 4000 Ericsson Drive
Warrendale,PA 15086-7561
United States
Phone +1 8003417400

Top Executives

Name Title Since Until
Bryan J. Dingle Portfolio Manager 2018 Now
Biography Bryan J. Dingle, CFA. Mr. Dingle joined Federated in 2006 as a Senior Investment Analyst and an Asst. Vice President of a Federated advisory subsidiary. He became a Vice President of MTB Investment Advisors in 2007. From 1997 to 2006 , he served as a Vice President and Senior Credit Analyst of Fixed Income Corporate Bond Research for MTB Investment Advisors, from 1995-1997 he was an Investment Officer and Junior Credit Analyst at MTB Investment Advisors and from 1994 to 1995 served as a Relationship Manager and Credit Analyst Trainee for M&T Bank. Mr. Dingle earned his B.S. at the University of Delaware and received his M.B.A. in Business and Management from the University of Maryland.
Brian S. Ruffner Portfolio Manager 2013 Now
Biography Brian S. Ruffner, has been the Fund’s portfolio manager since April of 2017. Mr. Ruffner is responsible for for providing research and advice on sector allocation and security selection. Mr. Ruffner joined Federated in 1994 in the Fund Accounting department and from 1997 to 2001 was a Trader on the Cash Management Desk. In 2001 Mr. Ruffner became an Investment Analyst and in 2004 was appointed Asst. Vice President of a Federated advisory subsidiary. He became a Senior Investment Analyst and was appointed Vice President in 2007. From 1993 through 1994 Mr. Ruffner was employed by Mellon Bank NA as Global Trade Administrator. Mr. Ruffner earned his B.S. at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania and received his M.B.A. from Duquesne University.
Steven J. Wagner Senior Portfolio Manager 2015 2024
Biography Steven J. Wagner, Senior Portfolio Manager, Senior Investment Analyst, is responsible for portfolio management and research in the fixed income area, concentrating in the domestic high yield and leveraged loan sectors. Mr. Wagner received his B.S. from Boston College and his M.B.A. in Finance from the University of Pittsburgh.
Christopher P. McGinley Senior Vice President, Senior Portfolio Manager, & Head of Trade Finance Te 2009 2024
Biography Christopher McGinley, Senior Vice President, Senior Portfolio Manager, Head of Trade Finance Team. Responsible for portfolio management and research in the global fixed income area. Previous associations: Legislative Correspondent, Senator Rick Santorum. B.S., University of Pittsburgh; M.P.I.A., University of Pittsburgh. Joined Federated Hermes 2004.
Mark E. Durbiano Senior Portfolio Manager 1997 2024
Biography Mark E. Durbiano, CFA, Senior Portfolio Manager, Head of the Domestic High Yield Group is responsible for portfolio management and research in the fixed income area, concentrating in the domestic high yield sector. Mr. Durbiano joined Federated in 1982 and has been Senior Portfolio Manager and Senior Vice President since 1996. He received a B.A. from Dickinson College and an M.B.A. from University of Pittsburgh. Mr. Durbiano has 38 years of investment experience.
B. Anthony DelSerone VP, Senior Portfolio Manager, Senior Investment Analyst 1987 2019
Biography B. Anthony Delserone, Jr., CFA, Vice President, Senior Portfolio Manager, Senior Investment Analyst. Responsible for portfolio management and research in the fixed income area concentrating on domestic high yield securities and leveraged loans. Previous associations: Vice President/Director of Credit Research, Falcon Asset Management; Credit Analyst, USF&G Corporation; Fixed Income Portfolio Manager, Sovran Financial Corporation. B.B.A., The College of William and Mary in Virginia; M.B.A., Sellinger School of Business, Loyola College of Maryland. Professional affiliation: Member, CFA Society of Pittsburgh. Joined Federated Hermes 1998.
Joseph M. Balestrino Senior Vice President 1993 2013
Biography Joseph M. Balestrino, CFA, Senior Vice President, Fixed Income Market Strategist, Senior Portfolio Manager, Head of the Domestic High Grade Corporate Bond Group. As Fixed Income Market Strategist, works as part of the team responsible for formulating Federated’s opinions on the various fixed income markets and positioning strategies, as well as articulating the practical implications of those targets to clients and potential clients. As Senior Portfolio Manager, responsible for portfolio management and administration of the General High Grade Corporate and Multi-Sector Bond Groups. Previous associations: Product Development and Insurance Operations, Federated Investors; Financial Planner, IDS/American Express. B.A., M.U.R.P., University of Pittsburgh. Professional affiliation: Member, CFA Society of Pittsburgh. Joined Federated 1986; Investment Experience: 23 Years.
Todd A. Abraham Senior Vice President 1999 2013
Biography Todd A. Abraham, CFA, Senior Portfolio Manager of Federated Investment Management Company (“FIMC”). Mr. Abraham is a Senior Portfolio Manager and Head of the Government/Mortgage-backed Fixed Income Group. He is responsible for overseeing the macro risk elements in the portfolio. He has been with FIMC or an affiliate since 1993; has worked in investment management since 1993; has managed investment portfolios since 1995. Education: B.S., Indiana University of Pennsylvania; M.B.A., Loyola College.
Christopher J. Smith Senior Vice President 2000 2007
Biography Christopher J. Smith has been the Fund's Portfolio Manager since its inception in September 2005. Mr. Smith joined Federated in 1995 and has been a Senior Portfolio Manager since 2002 and Senior Vice President of the Fund's Adviser since 2011. Previous associations: Assistant Vice President of Provident Life & Accident Insurance Company, Portfolio Manager and Manager of Derivative Securities, Unum Provident Corporation; Investment Strategist and Financial Economist, Mellon Bank Corporation; Asset/Liability Financial Analyst, JP Morgan Chase & Co. B.S., B.A., Xavier University; M.A., University of Kentucky. Completed all coursework towards Ph.D. in Economics/Finance. Professional affiliation: Member, CFA Society of Pittsburgh.
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