PGIM Balanced Fund

Frequently Asked Questions About PABFX

What does PABFX invest in?

This actively managed fund strategically allocates its capital across equities, bonds, and money market instruments, aiming to capitalize on perceived market inefficiencies. A significant portion, specifically 45% to 70% of its total assets, is dedicated to stocks and other equity-linked securities. Under typical market conditions, the fund allocates between 30% and 55% of its overall holdings to fixed-income investments. Additionally, it has the flexibility to commit up to 15% of its total assets to equity-related securities issued by small companies.

What is the expense ratio of PABFX?

PGIM Balanced Fund (PABFX) charges an expense ratio of 0.78%. This is the annual fee deducted from fund assets to cover management and operations.

How big is PABFX?

PGIM Balanced Fund (PABFX) manages $1.08B in total assets. AUM determines bid-ask liquidity and the fund's vulnerability to closure — funds below ~$50M are at higher risk of liquidation.

Is PABFX actively managed or an index fund?

PABFX is actively managed — the manager selects holdings rather than tracking an index. Active funds typically charge higher expense ratios than index funds (PABFX's is 0.78%) in exchange for the discretion to over- or under-weight positions.

When was PABFX launched?

PGIM Balanced Fund (PABFX) launched in December 1992 and is managed by the fund issuer.

How has PABFX performed?

PABFX's total return — price change plus reinvested distributions — is charted at the top of this page. Switch the price chart to Total Return and pick a 1-year, 3-year, 5-year, or 10-year window to read the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over each horizon.