Efficient capital deployment may prove crucial to plan sponsors seeking to meet specific return targets amid low prospective returns across many asset classes. Since its launch 10 years ago, PIMCO StocksPLUS Long Duration Fund has championed a capital-efficient strategy that combines returns from equities and long-term bonds. As discussed by portfolio managers Mohit Mittal and Mike Cudzil and product strategist Vijendra Nambiar, we believe the Fund is well-positioned to make every invested dollar work harder in an effort to help investors achieve their objectives.

Q: How does PIMCO StocksPLUS Long Duration Fund make every dollar work harder?

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Mohit Mittal

CIO Core Strategies

Mike Cudzil

Portfolio Manager

Vijendra Nambiar

Product Strategist, Pension and Investment Solutions

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