N-CSR 1 acit3312020n-csr.htm N-CSR Document
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM N-CSR

CERTIFIED SHAREHOLDER REPORT OF REGISTERED
MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES


Investment Company Act file number
811-07822
 
 
AMERICAN CENTURY INVESTMENT TRUST
(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)
 
 
4500 MAIN STREET, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI
64111
(Address of principal executive offices)
(Zip Code)
 
 
CHARLES A. ETHERINGTON
4500 MAIN STREET, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64111
(Name and address of agent for service)
 
 
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:
816-531-5575
 
 
Date of fiscal year end:
03-31
 
 
Date of reporting period:
03-31-2020




ITEM 1. REPORTS TO STOCKHOLDERS.







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Annual Report
 
 
 
March 31, 2020
 
 
 
Core Plus Fund
 
Investor Class (ACCNX)
 
I Class (ACCTX)
 
A Class (ACCQX)
 
C Class (ACCKX)
 
R Class (ACCPX)
 
R5 Class (ACCUX)










Beginning on January 1, 2021, as permitted by regulations adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission, paper copies of the fund’s shareholder reports like this one will no longer be sent by mail, unless you specifically request paper copies of the reports from the fund or from your financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or bank. Instead, the reports will be made available on a website, and you will be notified by mail each time a report is posted and provided with a website link to access the report.

If you already elected to receive shareholder reports electronically, you will not be affected by this change and you need not take any action. You may elect to receive shareholder reports and other communications from the fund or your financial intermediary electronically by calling or sending an email request to your appropriate contacts as listed on the back cover of this report.

You may elect to receive all future reports in paper free of charge. You can inform the fund or your financial intermediary that you wish to continue receiving paper copies of your shareholder reports by calling or sending an email request to your appropriate contacts as listed on the back cover of this report. Your election to receive reports in paper will apply to all funds held with the fund complex/your financial intermediary.







Table of Contents
President’s Letter
Performance
Portfolio Commentary
Fund Characteristics
Shareholder Fee Example
Schedule of Investments
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Statement of Operations
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Notes to Financial Statements
Financial Highlights
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Management
Liquidity Risk Management Program
Additional Information





















Any opinions expressed in this report reflect those of the author as of the date of the report, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of American Century Investments® or any other person in the American Century Investments organization. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and American Century Investments disclaims any responsibility to update such opinions. These opinions may not be relied upon as investment advice and, because investment decisions made by American Century Investments funds are based on numerous factors, may not be relied upon as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any American Century Investments fund. Security examples are used for representational purposes only and are not intended as recommendations to purchase or sell securities. Performance information for comparative indices and securities is provided to American Century Investments by third party vendors. To the best of American Century Investments’ knowledge, such information is accurate at the time of printing.



President’s Letter

jthomasrev0514a71.jpg Jonathan Thomas

Dear Investor:

Thank you for reviewing this annual report for the period ended March 31, 2020. Annual reports help convey important information about fund returns, including market factors that affected performance during the reporting period. For additional insights, please visit americancentury.com.

Virus Outbreak Abruptly Altered Economic, Market Backdrops

Through most of the period, market sentiment was upbeat, partly due to accommodative Federal Reserve (Fed) policy and modest inflation. Improving economic and corporate earnings data and a phase 1 U.S.-China trade deal also helped boost growth outlooks. Against this backdrop, key U.S. stock benchmarks rose to record highs by mid-February, and U.S. bonds continued to advance.

However, beginning in late February, unprecedented social and economic turmoil emerged and reversed the positive trajectory. The COVID-19 epidemic originating in China rapidly spread throughout the world, forcing stay-at-home orders and industry-wide shutdowns. U.S. stocks, corporate bonds and other riskier assets sold off sharply, while U.S. Treasuries rallied in the global flight to quality. The Fed stepped in quickly and aggressively, slashing interest rates to near 0% and enacting massive lending and asset-purchase programs to stabilize the financial system.

The swift and severe sell-off erased the strong stock market gains realized earlier in the period and left key benchmarks with losses for the 12 months. Reflecting their defensive characteristics, high-quality U.S. bonds withstood the turmoil and delivered solid returns for the 12-month period.

Promoting Health and Safety Remains Our Focus

While the market impact of COVID-19 has been severe, reducing the human toll is most important. We are monitoring the situation closely and following guidelines and protocols from all relevant authorities. Our firm has activated a comprehensive Pandemic Response Plan, which includes social distancing and work-from-home mandates, travel restrictions and escalated cleaning regimens at all our facilities. We’ve also launched a Business Continuity Plan to maintain regular business operations and ensure delivery of outstanding service.

We appreciate your confidence in us during these extraordinary times. We have a long history of helping clients weather volatile markets, and we are confident we will meet today’s challenges. In the meantime, the health and safety of you, your family and our employees remain a top priority.

Sincerely,
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Jonathan Thomas
President and Chief Executive Officer
American Century Investments

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Performance
 
Total Returns as of March 31, 2020
 
 
 
 
 
Average Annual Returns
 
 
Ticker
Symbol
1 year
5 years
10 years
Since Inception
Inception
Date
Investor Class
ACCNX
4.57%
2.56%
3.56%
11/30/06
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index
8.93%
3.35%
3.88%
I Class
ACCTX
4.67%
3.38%
4/10/17
A Class
ACCQX
 
 
 
 
11/30/06
No sales charge
 
4.31%
2.30%
3.30%
 
With sales charge
 
-0.41%
1.36%
2.83%
 
C Class
ACCKX
3.45%
1.54%
2.53%
11/30/06
R Class
ACCPX
4.05%
2.06%
3.05%
11/30/06
R5 Class
ACCUX
4.68%
2.74%
3.76%
11/30/06
Average annual returns since inception are presented when ten years of performance history is not available.
Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Sales charges include initial sales charges and contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs), as applicable. A Class shares have a 4.50% maximum initial sales charge and may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. C Class shares redeemed within 12 months of purchase are subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. The SEC requires that mutual funds provide performance information net of maximum sales charges in all cases where charges could be applied.



















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Growth of $10,000 Over 10 Years
$10,000 investment made March 31, 2010
Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure.

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Value on March 31, 2020
 
Investor Class — $14,193
 
 
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index — $14,639
 
Ending value of Investor Class would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
Investor Class
I Class
A Class
C Class
R Class
R5 Class
0.65%
0.55%
0.90%
1.65%
1.15%
0.45%
The total annual fund operating expenses shown is as stated in the fund’s prospectus current as of the date of this report. The prospectus may vary from the expense ratio shown elsewhere in this report because it is based on a different time period, includes acquired fund fees and expenses, and, if applicable, does not include fee waivers or expense reimbursements.
















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Portfolio Commentary

Portfolio Managers: Bob Gahagan, Hando Aguilar, Jeff Houston, Brian Howell and Charles Tan

Performance Summary

Core Plus returned 4.57%* for the 12 months ended March 31, 2020. By comparison, the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index gained 8.93%. Fund returns reflect operating expenses, while index returns do not. Returns for the fund and the index during the period largely reflected the defensive characteristics of the broad U.S. investment-grade bond market in the face of unprecedented market unrest in early 2020.

The reporting period began on an upbeat note for bond investors. The Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) early 2019 pivot toward dovish policy set the stage for rate cuts in July, September and October. This action, along with modest economic and earnings growth and low inflation, generally supported solid gains for U.S. bonds. By year-end 2019, global economic data improved, the U.S. and China signed a phase 1 trade deal, and the Fed suggested it would hold rates steady through 2020.

Conditions deteriorated rapidly within the first quarter of 2020. As the COVID-19 epidemic originating in China expanded into a pandemic, nervous fixed-income investors scrambled to shed credit risk and seek shelter in cash. Market volatility soared and liquidity sank. In response, the Fed slashed short-term rates to near 0% and launched a series of initiatives to stabilize the financial markets. Separately, Congress passed a $2 trillion fiscal relief package. Reflecting market sentiment, the 10-year Treasury yield started the period at 2.41% and closed at 0.68% after touching a record-low 0.54% in early March. The two-year Treasury yield followed a similar path during the 12-month period, dropping from 2.27% to 0.22%, including a 135-basis-point decline in the first quarter of 2020.

Amid a global flight to quality, riskier investments, including corporate and securitized bonds, suffered significant losses. The Fed’s rescue programs helped stabilize credit-sensitive sectors of the fixed-income universe, including mortgage-backed securities, municipal bonds (munis) and investment-grade corporate bonds. Against this backdrop, an underweight position in Treasuries, relative to the benchmark, accounted for much of Core Plus’ underperformance.

Securitized Exposure Hindered Performance

We continued to underweight Treasuries and government agencies relative to the index in favor of spread (non-Treasury) sectors, including securitized bonds and corporate issues. This strategy diminished returns amid the late-period rush for stability and liquidity.

Throughout the period, we maintained an overweight position in securitized bonds, believing the sector offered better relative value and less volatility than corporate credit issues. The strategy generally aided performance during risk-on periods, but it proved detrimental amid the coronavirus sell-off. Forced selling created havoc for the sector, as the credit-sensitive holdings we favored, including non-agency commercial mortgage-backed securities, collateralized mortgage obligations and collateralized loan obligations, were hardest hit. Agency-backed mortgages recovered slightly after the Fed announced its asset-purchase plan, which included agency mortgages.



*All fund returns referenced in this commentary are for Investor Class shares. Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived. Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure; when Investor Class performance exceeds that of the index, other share classes may not. See page 3 for returns for all share classes.

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Corporate, Non-Index Securities Weighed on Results

As sentiment on the economy started to soften during 2019, we reduced our allocation to the corporate bond sector. Combined with our view that the credit cycle had entered its final stage, we believed that valuations among corporate bonds had advanced to levels in line with fundamentals. In addition to trimming exposure, we maintained a higher-quality bias, given the then uncertainties surrounding the effects of tariffs on corporate earnings. We also reduced our out-of-index stake in high-yield bonds. Although our corporate exposure suffered with all risk assets in the early 2020 decline, investment-grade securities recovered slightly late in the period on news the Fed would purchase corporate bonds.

Meanwhile, our out-of-index foreign currency exposure dragged down relative performance as the U.S. dollar soared.

Portfolio Positioning

The economic downturn during the first quarter was swift and severe, but we do not expect an equally swift, or V-shaped, recovery. The consumer is the main driver of the U.S. economy, and we believe the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will weigh on consumer sentiment—and job and economic growth—for several months. Ultimately, this crisis requires a medical solution.

With its massive financial rescue package, the Fed has demonstrated it will take extraordinary steps to maintain broad market liquidity and assure credit market stability. However, we don’t expect the Fed to ease further, as policymakers previously noted an unwillingness to push rates below zero. Additionally, the effects of significant fiscal stimulus should allow the Fed to keep rates steady.

Heightened volatility often creates market disruptions that lead to attractive buying opportunities. In the first quarter’s flight to quality, we identified such opportunities in the securitized, corporate credit and muni sectors. We’re remaining cautious and defensive in our positioning, focusing on high-quality securities and positioning our portfolio to weather a U-shaped recovery. We’re emphasizing securities the Fed is buying—high-quality corporate, mortgage and muni securities and Treasury inflation-protected securities.

At the same time, we’re reviewing each portfolio holding, eliminating securities we’re uncomfortable holding in the current environment. In particular, we’ve reduced exposure to securitized securities. We believe rising unemployment and the broad economic shutdown created by the pandemic will create challenges for certain segments of the mortgage market. We’ve also hedged overall risk in the portfolio via credit default swaps. As always, we favor a bottom-up approach to portfolio management, emphasizing careful security selection.






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Fund Characteristics 
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Portfolio at a Glance
 
Average Duration (effective)
5.9 years
Weighted Average Life to Maturity
7.9 years
 
 
Types of Investments in Portfolio
% of net assets
Corporate Bonds
31.6%
U.S. Treasury Securities
28.2%
U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities
12.8%
Asset-Backed Securities
6.8%
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations
4.5%
Collateralized Loan Obligations
3.9%
Municipal Securities
2.1%
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities
1.9%
Sovereign Governments and Agencies
1.8%
Preferred Stocks
0.2%
Bank Loan Obligations
0.2%
Temporary Cash Investments
6.0%
Other Assets and Liabilities
—*
*Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.



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Shareholder Fee Example 

Fund shareholders may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments and redemption/exchange fees; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in your fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing cost of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 made at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020.

Actual Expenses

The table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each class. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. First, identify the share class you own. Then simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

If you hold Investor Class shares of any American Century Investments fund, or I Class shares of the American Century Diversified Bond Fund, in an American Century Investments account (i.e., not through a financial intermediary or employer-sponsored retirement plan account), American Century Investments may charge you a $25.00 annual account maintenance fee if the value of those shares is less than $10,000. We will redeem shares automatically in one of your accounts to pay the $25.00 fee. In determining your total eligible investment amount, we will include your investments in all personal accounts (including American Century Investments brokerage accounts) registered under your Social Security number. Personal accounts include individual accounts, joint accounts, UGMA/UTMA accounts, personal trusts, Coverdell Education Savings Accounts and IRAs (including traditional, Roth, Rollover, SEP-, SARSEP- and SIMPLE-IRAs), and certain other retirement accounts. If you have only business, business retirement, employer-sponsored or American Century Investments brokerage accounts, you are currently not subject to this fee. If you are subject to the account maintenance fee, your account value could be reduced by the fee amount.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The table also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the actual expense ratio of each class of your fund and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the actual return of a fund’s share class. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or redemption/exchange fees. Therefore, the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.

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Beginning
Account Value
10/1/19
Ending
Account Value
3/31/20
Expenses Paid
During Period
(1)
10/1/19 - 3/31/20
Annualized
Expense Ratio
(1)
Actual
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$994.80
$2.74
0.55%
I Class
$1,000
$995.30
$2.24
0.45%
A Class
$1,000
$993.60
$3.99
0.80%
C Class
$1,000
$989.10
$7.71
1.55%
R Class
$1,000
$992.40
$5.23
1.05%
R5 Class
$1,000
$994.90
$1.75
0.35%
Hypothetical
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,022.25
$2.78
0.55%
I Class
$1,000
$1,022.75
$2.28
0.45%
A Class
$1,000
$1,021.00
$4.04
0.80%
C Class
$1,000
$1,017.25
$7.82
1.55%
R Class
$1,000
$1,019.75
$5.30
1.05%
R5 Class
$1,000
$1,023.25
$1.77
0.35%
(1)
Expenses are equal to the class's annualized expense ratio listed in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 183, the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year, divided by 366, to reflect the one-half year period. Annualized expense ratio reflects actual expenses, including any applicable fee waivers or expense reimbursements and excluding any acquired fund fees and expenses.

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Schedule of Investments

MARCH 31, 2020
 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
CORPORATE BONDS — 31.6%
 
 
Aerospace and Defense — 0.2%
 
 
Lockheed Martin Corp., 3.80%, 3/1/45
$
90,000

$
98,308

United Technologies Corp., 6.05%, 6/1/36
95,000

127,174

 
 
225,482

Auto Components — 0.1%
 
 
ZF North America Capital, Inc., 4.00%, 4/29/20(1)
150,000

149,252

Automobiles — 0.7%
 
 
Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 5.875%, 8/2/21
270,000

265,950

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 2.98%, 8/3/22
200,000

187,000

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 3.35%, 11/1/22
200,000

185,000

General Motors Co., 5.15%, 4/1/38
100,000

72,646

General Motors Financial Co., Inc., 3.20%, 7/6/21
210,000

200,688

General Motors Financial Co., Inc., 5.25%, 3/1/26
75,000

66,329

 
 
977,613

Banks — 4.8%
 
 
Banco Santander SA, 3.50%, 4/11/22
200,000

197,978

Bank of America Corp., MTN, 4.00%, 1/22/25
250,000

264,460

Bank of America Corp., MTN, VRN, 3.82%, 1/20/28
150,000

155,906

Bank of America Corp., VRN, 3.00%, 12/20/23
325,000

331,548

Bank of America Corp., VRN, 3.42%, 12/20/28
60,000

62,077

Bank of Montreal, MTN, 3.30%, 2/5/24
30,000

31,389

BNP Paribas SA, VRN, 2.82%, 11/19/25(1)
150,000

148,446

BPCE SA, 5.15%, 7/21/24(1)
200,000

211,235

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, 2.25%, 1/28/25
260,000

257,842

Citigroup, Inc., 2.90%, 12/8/21
592,000

597,844

Citigroup, Inc., 2.75%, 4/25/22
12,000

12,072

Citigroup, Inc., 4.05%, 7/30/22
80,000

81,537

Citigroup, Inc., VRN, 3.52%, 10/27/28
180,000

180,592

Cooperatieve Rabobank UA, 3.95%, 11/9/22
250,000

251,797

Fifth Third BanCorp., 4.30%, 1/16/24
80,000

86,029

Fifth Third BanCorp., 2.375%, 1/28/25
270,000

263,499

FNB Corp., 2.20%, 2/24/23
180,000

176,922

HSBC Holdings plc, 2.95%, 5/25/21
200,000

201,330

HSBC Holdings plc, 4.30%, 3/8/26
200,000

213,950

HSBC Holdings plc, 4.375%, 11/23/26
200,000

212,851

HSBC Holdings plc, VRN, 3.26%, 3/13/23
200,000

200,479

HSBC Holdings plc, VRN, 2.63%, 11/7/25
200,000

194,384

Huntington Bancshares, Inc., 2.55%, 2/4/30
330,000

300,696

JPMorgan Chase & Co., VRN, 3.70%, 5/6/30
135,000

145,277

Lloyds Banking Group plc, VRN, 2.44%, 2/5/26
200,000

189,272

PNC Bank N.A., 2.70%, 10/22/29
250,000

243,079

Regions Financial Corp., 3.80%, 8/14/23
100,000

101,427


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Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
Royal Bank of Canada, 2.15%, 10/26/20
$
210,000

$
209,915

Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc., 2.35%, 1/15/25
300,000

298,540

Truist Bank, 3.30%, 5/15/26
200,000

205,627

U.S. Bancorp, MTN, 3.60%, 9/11/24
70,000

71,994

U.S. Bank N.A., 2.80%, 1/27/25
250,000

258,416

UniCredit SpA, VRN, 5.86%, 6/19/32(1)
200,000

184,417

Wells Fargo & Co., 4.125%, 8/15/23
10,000

10,329

Wells Fargo & Co., 3.00%, 10/23/26
250,000

256,712

Wells Fargo & Co., MTN, 4.65%, 11/4/44
150,000

173,558

 
 
6,983,426

Beverages — 0.4%
 
 
Anheuser-Busch Cos. LLC / Anheuser-Busch InBev Worldwide, Inc., 4.90%, 2/1/46
240,000

263,138

Anheuser-Busch InBev Worldwide, Inc., 4.75%, 1/23/29
190,000

209,331

Constellation Brands, Inc., 4.75%, 12/1/25
140,000

146,757

 
 
619,226

Biotechnology — 0.9%
 
 
AbbVie, Inc., 3.60%, 5/14/25
280,000

295,527

AbbVie, Inc., 3.20%, 11/21/29(1)
180,000

184,748

AbbVie, Inc., 4.25%, 11/21/49(1)
140,000

152,970

Amgen, Inc., 4.66%, 6/15/51
108,000

136,615

Biogen, Inc., 3.625%, 9/15/22
210,000

215,905

Gilead Sciences, Inc., 3.65%, 3/1/26
230,000

251,193

Gilead Sciences, Inc., 4.15%, 3/1/47
50,000

61,431

 
 
1,298,389

Building Products — 0.5%
 
 
Builders FirstSource, Inc., 5.00%, 3/1/30(1)
260,000

235,462

Carrier Global Corp., 2.72%, 2/15/30(1)
131,000

121,304

Masco Corp., 4.45%, 4/1/25
100,000

102,318

Standard Industries, Inc., 4.75%, 1/15/28(1)
224,000

207,854

 
 
666,938

Capital Markets — 2.3%
 
 
Ares Capital Corp., 3.25%, 7/15/25
325,000

258,888

Goldman Sachs BDC, Inc., 3.75%, 2/10/25
103,000

95,677

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 3.50%, 4/1/25
204,000

207,236

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 3.50%, 11/16/26
380,000

389,203

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), VRN, 2.88%, 10/31/22
70,000

70,416

Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 5.25%, 5/15/27
391,000

364,119

KKR Group Finance Co. VII LLC, 3.625%, 2/25/50(1)
310,000

257,233

LPL Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 11/15/27(1)
250,000

230,530

Morgan Stanley, MTN, 3.70%, 10/23/24
60,000

63,511

Morgan Stanley, MTN, 4.00%, 7/23/25
440,000

471,810

Morgan Stanley, MTN, VRN, 2.70%, 1/22/31
240,000

235,760

MSCI, Inc., 4.00%, 11/15/29(1)
330,000

329,647

Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp., 3.50%, 2/25/25
155,000

139,508

State Street Corp., VRN, 2.83%, 3/30/23(1)
40,000

40,392


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Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
UBS Group AG, 3.49%, 5/23/23(1)
$
200,000

$
202,334

 
 
3,356,264

Chemicals — 0.2%
 
 
CF Industries, Inc., 4.50%, 12/1/26(1)
130,000

137,286

CF Industries, Inc., 5.15%, 3/15/34
110,000

112,288

 
 
249,574

Commercial Services and Supplies — 0.7%
 
 
Nielsen Finance LLC / Nielsen Finance Co., 5.00%, 4/15/22(1)
80,000

74,173

Republic Services, Inc., 3.55%, 6/1/22
190,000

195,064

Republic Services, Inc., 2.30%, 3/1/30
341,000

327,752

Waste Connections, Inc., 3.50%, 5/1/29
130,000

131,966

Waste Connections, Inc., 2.60%, 2/1/30
230,000

215,789

Waste Management, Inc., 4.75%, 6/30/20
70,000

70,453

 
 
1,015,197

Communications Equipment — 0.2%
 
 
CommScope, Inc., 5.50%, 3/1/24(1)
140,000

142,556

Motorola Solutions, Inc., 4.60%, 5/23/29
190,000

199,981

 
 
342,537

Construction Materials — 0.2%
 
 
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc., 2.50%, 3/15/30
227,000

208,011

Consumer Finance — 1.2%
 
 
AerCap Ireland Capital DAC / AerCap Global Aviation Trust, 5.00%, 10/1/21
150,000

134,658

Ally Financial, Inc., 4.625%, 3/30/25
278,000

267,432

Ally Financial, Inc., 5.75%, 11/20/25
36,000

35,485

Capital One Bank USA N.A., 3.375%, 2/15/23
250,000

244,918

Capital One Bank USA N.A., VRN, 2.28%, 1/28/26
300,000

272,222

Capital One Financial Corp., 3.80%, 1/31/28
130,000

128,785

Discover Financial Services, 3.75%, 3/4/25
200,000

197,926

Navient Corp., 5.00%, 3/15/27
100,000

86,720

Park Aerospace Holdings Ltd., 5.50%, 2/15/24(1)
225,000

194,124

Synchrony Financial, 2.85%, 7/25/22
140,000

133,544

Synchrony Financial, 3.95%, 12/1/27
100,000

89,138

 
 
1,784,952

Containers and Packaging — 0.4%
 
 
Ardagh Packaging Finance plc / Ardagh Holdings USA, Inc., 5.25%, 8/15/27(1)
200,000

206,110

Berry Global, Inc., 4.875%, 7/15/26(1)
150,000

152,343

Crown Americas LLC / Crown Americas Capital Corp. V, 4.25%, 9/30/26
65,000

64,580

Reynolds Group Issuer, Inc. / Reynolds Group Issuer LLC / Reynolds Group Issuer Lu, 5.125%, 7/15/23(1)
130,000

129,837

 
 
552,870

Diversified Financial Services — 0.2%
 
 
Berkshire Hathaway, Inc., 2.75%, 3/15/23
10,000

10,421

Credit Suisse Group Funding Guernsey Ltd., 3.45%, 4/16/21
250,000

251,658

 
 
262,079


12


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
Diversified Telecommunication Services — 1.4%
 
 
AT&T, Inc., 3.875%, 8/15/21
$
180,000

$
184,427

AT&T, Inc., 3.80%, 2/15/27
100,000

104,143

AT&T, Inc., 4.10%, 2/15/28
160,000

168,420

AT&T, Inc., 4.30%, 2/15/30
200,000

215,691

AT&T, Inc., 5.15%, 11/15/46
55,000

64,976

Deutsche Telekom AG, 3.625%, 1/21/50(1)
200,000

199,952

Telefonica Emisiones SA, 5.46%, 2/16/21
110,000

112,376

Verizon Communications, Inc., 2.95%, 3/15/22
182,000

185,794

Verizon Communications, Inc., 2.45%, 11/1/22
111,000

112,928

Verizon Communications, Inc., 4.40%, 11/1/34
300,000

352,363

Verizon Communications, Inc., 4.75%, 11/1/41
100,000

116,927

Verizon Communications, Inc., 5.01%, 8/21/54
130,000

178,518

 
 
1,996,515

Electric Utilities — 1.3%
 
 
AEP Transmission Co. LLC, 3.75%, 12/1/47
60,000

62,215

Berkshire Hathaway Energy Co., 3.80%, 7/15/48
90,000

94,774

Commonwealth Edison Co., 3.20%, 11/15/49
40,000

40,442

DTE Electric Co., 2.25%, 3/1/30
130,000

126,261

Duke Energy Corp., 3.55%, 9/15/21
80,000

81,130

Duke Energy Corp., 2.65%, 9/1/26
50,000

49,736

Duke Energy Florida LLC, 6.35%, 9/15/37
70,000

96,842

Duke Energy Florida LLC, 3.85%, 11/15/42
10,000

11,055

Duke Energy Progress LLC, 4.15%, 12/1/44
20,000

22,665

Duke Energy Progress LLC, 3.70%, 10/15/46
50,000

54,177

Exelon Corp., 5.15%, 12/1/20
130,000

131,278

Exelon Corp., 4.45%, 4/15/46
60,000

61,006

FirstEnergy Transmission LLC, 4.55%, 4/1/49(1)
80,000

80,278

Florida Power & Light Co., 4.125%, 2/1/42
70,000

76,161

Florida Power & Light Co., 3.15%, 10/1/49
70,000

72,967

Georgia Power Co., 4.30%, 3/15/42
70,000

76,425

MidAmerican Energy Co., 4.40%, 10/15/44
140,000

160,243

Nevada Power Co., 2.40%, 5/1/30
91,000

87,231

NextEra Energy Operating Partners LP, 4.50%, 9/15/27(1)
100,000

98,197

Oncor Electric Delivery Co. LLC, 3.10%, 9/15/49
80,000

78,084

Progress Energy, Inc., 3.15%, 4/1/22
80,000

80,967

Southern Co. Gas Capital Corp., 3.95%, 10/1/46
10,000

8,989

Xcel Energy, Inc., 3.35%, 12/1/26
30,000

29,701

Xcel Energy, Inc., 3.40%, 6/1/30(2)
140,000

142,198

 
 
1,823,022

Electronic Equipment, Instruments and Components — 0.1%
 
 
Amphenol Corp., 2.05%, 3/1/25
200,000

189,792

Energy Equipment and Services — 0.1%
 
 
Baker Hughes a GE Co. LLC / Baker Hughes Co-Obligor, Inc., 3.14%, 11/7/29
115,000

99,974

Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 1.6%
 
 
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc., 4.90%, 12/15/30
40,000

43,635


13


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
American Tower Corp., 3.375%, 10/15/26
$
70,000

$
70,175

American Tower Corp., 2.90%, 1/15/30
178,000

174,315

AvalonBay Communities, Inc., MTN, 3.20%, 1/15/28
110,000

109,649

Boston Properties LP, 3.65%, 2/1/26
200,000

213,262

Crown Castle International Corp., 5.25%, 1/15/23
240,000

254,866

Crown Castle International Corp., 3.30%, 7/1/30(2)
14,000

14,026

Duke Realty LP, 2.875%, 11/15/29
194,000

187,032

Duke Realty LP, 3.05%, 3/1/50
50,000

40,616

Essex Portfolio LP, 3.625%, 8/15/22
170,000

168,657

Essex Portfolio LP, 3.25%, 5/1/23
50,000

49,103

Healthcare Realty Trust, Inc., 2.40%, 3/15/30
100,000

89,132

Kilroy Realty LP, 3.80%, 1/15/23
44,000

44,838

Kimco Realty Corp., 2.80%, 10/1/26
150,000

146,682

MPT Operating Partnership LP / MPT Finance Corp., 5.00%, 10/15/27
160,000

156,412

MPT Operating Partnership LP / MPT Finance Corp., 4.625%, 8/1/29
120,000

111,075

National Retail Properties, Inc., 2.50%, 4/15/30
100,000

89,423

Prologis LP, 2.125%, 4/15/27
50,000

47,721

Prologis LP, 3.00%, 4/15/50
146,000

127,228

Public Storage, 3.39%, 5/1/29
100,000

100,576

SBA Communications Corp., 3.875%, 2/15/27(1)
20,000

20,200

Service Properties Trust, 4.65%, 3/15/24
80,000

58,694

Ventas Realty LP, 4.125%, 1/15/26
10,000

10,006

Ventas Realty LP, 4.75%, 11/15/30(2)
33,000

32,479

 
 
2,359,802

Food and Staples Retailing — 0.4%
 
 
Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 4.875%, 2/15/30(1)
260,000

259,350

Kroger Co. (The), 3.875%, 10/15/46
130,000

128,185

Sysco Corp., 5.95%, 4/1/30(2)
42,000

44,307

Walmart, Inc., 4.05%, 6/29/48
100,000

129,175

 
 
561,017

Food Products — 0.4%
 
 
Conagra Brands, Inc., 4.60%, 11/1/25
130,000

137,872

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 3.75%, 4/1/30(1)
120,000

114,733

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 11/1/24(1)
170,000

168,513

Post Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 4/15/30(1)
180,000

173,700

 
 
594,818

Health Care Equipment and Supplies — 0.3%
 
 
Baxter International, Inc., 3.95%, 4/1/30(1)
30,000

32,505

Becton Dickinson and Co., 3.73%, 12/15/24
200,000

205,428

DH Europe Finance II Sarl, 3.40%, 11/15/49
50,000

49,393

Medtronic, Inc., 3.50%, 3/15/25
67,000

72,298

Medtronic, Inc., 4.375%, 3/15/35
72,000

89,969

 
 
449,593

Health Care Providers and Services — 1.4%
 
 
Acadia Healthcare Co., Inc., 5.125%, 7/1/22
100,000

96,156


14


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
Aetna, Inc., 2.75%, 11/15/22
$
60,000

$
60,436

Anthem, Inc., 3.65%, 12/1/27
80,000

82,801

Catalent Pharma Solutions, Inc., 5.00%, 7/15/27(1)
200,000

195,110

Centene Corp., 4.75%, 1/15/25
70,000

71,313

Centene Corp., 4.625%, 12/15/29(1)
150,000

151,583

Cigna Corp., 2.40%, 3/15/30
130,000

123,780

CommonSpirit Health, 2.95%, 11/1/22
100,000

97,758

CVS Health Corp., 3.50%, 7/20/22
70,000

71,883

CVS Health Corp., 2.75%, 12/1/22
20,000

20,160

CVS Health Corp., 4.30%, 3/25/28
110,000

117,052

CVS Health Corp., 4.78%, 3/25/38
80,000

88,180

HCA, Inc., 5.00%, 3/15/24
30,000

31,116

HCA, Inc., 3.50%, 9/1/30
195,000

177,717

IQVIA, Inc., 5.00%, 5/15/27(1)
200,000

205,894

Partners Healthcare System, Inc., 3.19%, 7/1/49
85,000

85,476

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 4.875%, 1/1/26(1)
75,000

71,719

UnitedHealth Group, Inc., 2.875%, 3/15/22
10,000

10,282

UnitedHealth Group, Inc., 3.75%, 7/15/25
170,000

184,765

UnitedHealth Group, Inc., 4.75%, 7/15/45
70,000

89,610

 
 
2,032,791

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 0.1%
 
 
McDonald's Corp., MTN, 3.375%, 5/26/25
160,000

167,048

Household Durables — 0.8%
 
 
D.R. Horton, Inc., 2.50%, 10/15/24
160,000

149,768

Lennar Corp., 4.75%, 11/29/27
100,000

100,305

Mattamy Group Corp., 4.625%, 3/1/30(1)
225,000

194,766

MDC Holdings, Inc., 3.85%, 1/15/30
410,000

371,306

Toll Brothers Finance Corp., 4.35%, 2/15/28
100,000

91,854

Toll Brothers Finance Corp., 3.80%, 11/1/29
220,000

194,167

 
 
1,102,166

Household Products  
 
 
Kimberly-Clark Corp., 3.10%, 3/26/30
28,000

30,105

Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers — 0.2%
 
Cometa Energia SA de CV, 6.375%, 4/24/35(1)
290,700

266,079

Industrial Conglomerates — 0.2%
 
 
Carlisle Cos., Inc., 2.75%, 3/1/30
335,000

294,618

Insurance — 1.4%
 
 
Aflac, Inc., 3.60%, 4/1/30(2)
58,000

58,834

American International Group, Inc., 4.125%, 2/15/24
420,000

441,544

American International Group, Inc., 4.50%, 7/16/44
157,000

161,184

Athene Holding Ltd., 6.15%, 4/3/30(2)
100,000

100,022

Berkshire Hathaway Finance Corp., 4.20%, 8/15/48
60,000

70,850

Chubb INA Holdings, Inc., 3.15%, 3/15/25
80,000

83,570

Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The), 3.60%, 8/19/49
184,000

174,942

Liberty Mutual Group, Inc., 4.50%, 6/15/49(1)
60,000

59,115

Markel Corp., 4.90%, 7/1/22
212,000

213,202

MetLife, Inc., 4.125%, 8/13/42
120,000

126,880


15


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
Prudential Financial, Inc., MTN, 1.50%, 3/10/26
$
300,000

$
282,760

Prudential Financial, Inc., VRN, 5.875%, 9/15/42
100,000

97,170

WR Berkley Corp., 4.625%, 3/15/22
110,000

94,556

 
 
1,964,629

IT Services — 0.3%
 
 
Fiserv, Inc., 3.50%, 7/1/29
90,000

95,789

Global Payments, Inc., 3.20%, 8/15/29
160,000

157,252

Mastercard, Inc., 3.65%, 6/1/49
80,000

93,684

Visa, Inc., 1.90%, 4/15/27(2)
70,000

70,004

Western Union Co. (The), 2.85%, 1/10/25
54,000

53,855

 
 
470,584

Machinery — 0.1%
 
 
Otis Worldwide Corp., VRN, 2.09%, 4/5/23(1)
60,000

57,131

Media — 1.0%
 
 
Cable Onda SA, 4.50%, 1/30/30(1)
200,000

177,110

Charter Communications Operating LLC / Charter Communications Operating Capital, 4.91%, 7/23/25
160,000

172,675

Charter Communications Operating LLC / Charter Communications Operating Capital, 4.20%, 3/15/28
10,000

10,288

Charter Communications Operating LLC / Charter Communications Operating Capital, 4.80%, 3/1/50
60,000

62,816

Comcast Corp., 4.40%, 8/15/35
30,000

36,461

Comcast Corp., 6.40%, 5/15/38
80,000

117,041

Comcast Corp., 4.75%, 3/1/44
154,000

195,539

Comcast Corp., 3.97%, 11/1/47
102,000

118,400

Fox Corp., 3.05%, 4/7/25(2)
40,000

40,430

TEGNA, Inc., 4.625%, 3/15/28(1)
125,000

110,547

TEGNA, Inc., 5.00%, 9/15/29(1)
140,000

126,525

ViacomCBS, Inc., 3.125%, 6/15/22
50,000

49,389

ViacomCBS, Inc., 4.25%, 9/1/23
140,000

142,988

ViacomCBS, Inc., 3.70%, 8/15/24
100,000

102,162

 
 
1,462,371

Metals and Mining — 0.4%
 
 
Minera Mexico SA de CV, 4.50%, 1/26/50(1)
300,000

255,091

Novelis Corp., 4.75%, 1/30/30(1)
235,000

210,472

Steel Dynamics, Inc., 3.45%, 4/15/30
90,000

82,048

 
 
547,611

Multi-Utilities — 0.5%
 
 
Ameren Corp., 3.50%, 1/15/31(2)
42,000

42,291

CenterPoint Energy, Inc., 4.25%, 11/1/28
120,000

123,340

Consolidated Edison Co. of New York, Inc., 3.95%, 3/1/43
110,000

103,259

Dominion Energy, Inc., 4.90%, 8/1/41
100,000

104,739

NiSource, Inc., 5.65%, 2/1/45
110,000

126,885

Sempra Energy, 2.875%, 10/1/22
130,000

130,590

Sempra Energy, 3.25%, 6/15/27
100,000

97,412

Sempra Energy, 4.00%, 2/1/48
50,000

48,165

 
 
776,681


16


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 3.3%
 
 
Aker BP ASA, 3.75%, 1/15/30(1)
$
150,000

$
112,923

CNOOC Nexen Finance 2014 ULC, 4.25%, 4/30/24
70,000

74,901

Concho Resources, Inc., 4.375%, 1/15/25
110,000

94,018

Continental Resources, Inc., 4.375%, 1/15/28
140,000

65,314

Diamondback Energy, Inc., 5.375%, 5/31/25
100,000

73,975

Diamondback Energy, Inc., 3.50%, 12/1/29
260,000

184,411

Enbridge, Inc., 4.00%, 10/1/23
10,000

9,533

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 4.25%, 3/15/23
70,000

62,820

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 3.75%, 5/15/30
140,000

110,313

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 6.50%, 2/1/42
140,000

126,701

EnLink Midstream Partners LP, 4.85%, 7/15/26
110,000

54,853

Enterprise Products Operating LLC, 4.85%, 3/15/44
200,000

209,299

Equinor ASA, 3.25%, 11/18/49
100,000

98,939

Gazprom PJSC via Gaz Finance plc, 3.25%, 2/25/30(1)
400,000

371,329

Hess Corp., 6.00%, 1/15/40
70,000

50,626

Holly Energy Partners LP / Holly Energy Finance Corp., 5.00%, 2/1/28(1)
120,000

101,175

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners LP, 5.30%, 9/15/20
60,000

59,823

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners LP, 6.50%, 9/1/39
161,000

158,308

MPLX LP, 4.875%, 6/1/25
190,000

156,740

MPLX LP, 4.25%, 12/1/27(1)
60,000

52,022

MPLX LP, 4.50%, 4/15/38
50,000

39,234

MPLX LP, 5.20%, 3/1/47
70,000

56,107

Newfield Exploration Co., 5.375%, 1/1/26
110,000

57,651

Ovintiv, Inc., 6.50%, 2/1/38
30,000

13,065

Petroleos Mexicanos, 6.375%, 2/4/21
600,000

570,720

Petroleos Mexicanos, 4.875%, 1/24/22
350,000

302,955

Petroleos Mexicanos, 6.50%, 3/13/27
600,000

449,185

Petroleos Mexicanos, 6.625%, 6/15/35
50,000

34,138

Petroleos Mexicanos, 5.50%, 6/27/44
80,000

50,136

Phillips 66, 4.30%, 4/1/22
60,000

60,263

Sabine Pass Liquefaction LLC, 5.625%, 3/1/25
315,000

289,667

Sunoco Logistics Partners Operations LP, 4.00%, 10/1/27
50,000

39,660

Williams Cos., Inc. (The), 4.125%, 11/15/20
280,000

276,836

Williams Cos., Inc. (The), 4.55%, 6/24/24
135,000

123,249

Williams Cos., Inc. (The), 5.10%, 9/15/45
80,000

76,311

WPX Energy, Inc., 4.50%, 1/15/30
120,000

65,610

 
 
4,732,810

Pharmaceuticals — 0.8%
 
 
Allergan Finance LLC, 3.25%, 10/1/22
60,000

60,224

Allergan Funding SCS, 3.85%, 6/15/24
100,000

104,926

Allergan Funding SCS, 4.55%, 3/15/35
100,000

110,539

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 7.00%, 3/15/24(1)
150,000

154,688

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.00%, 1/30/28(1)
220,000

209,924

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co., 3.25%, 8/15/22(1)
200,000

207,874

Elanco Animal Health, Inc., 5.65%, 8/28/28
270,000

285,491


17


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
Zoetis, Inc., 3.00%, 9/12/27
$
70,000

$
70,732

 
 
1,204,398

Road and Rail — 0.7%
 
 
Ashtead Capital, Inc., 4.125%, 8/15/25(1)
200,000

184,000

Burlington Northern Santa Fe LLC, 4.95%, 9/15/41
100,000

125,993

Burlington Northern Santa Fe LLC, 4.45%, 3/15/43
120,000

142,592

Burlington Northern Santa Fe LLC, 4.15%, 4/1/45
90,000

105,810

CSX Corp., 3.25%, 6/1/27
170,000

174,992

CSX Corp., 3.80%, 4/15/50
70,000

73,860

Union Pacific Corp., 2.40%, 2/5/30
90,000

88,160

Union Pacific Corp., 3.60%, 9/15/37
50,000

51,956

Union Pacific Corp., 3.84%, 3/20/60(1)
10,000

10,872

Union Pacific Corp., MTN, 3.55%, 8/15/39
80,000

80,932

 
 
1,039,167

Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment — 0.1%
 
 
NXP BV / NXP Funding LLC, 3.875%, 9/1/22(1)
200,000

200,967

Software — 0.4%
 
 
Adobe, Inc., 2.30%, 2/1/30
200,000

200,719

Oracle Corp., 2.50%, 10/15/22
105,000

107,527

Oracle Corp., 2.50%, 4/1/25(2)
150,000

153,307

Oracle Corp., 2.65%, 7/15/26
20,000

20,557

Oracle Corp., 2.95%, 4/1/30(2)
100,000

100,813

 
 
582,923

Specialty Retail — 0.4%
 
 
Home Depot, Inc. (The), 3.75%, 2/15/24
20,000

21,155

Home Depot, Inc. (The), 3.00%, 4/1/26
150,000

158,619

Home Depot, Inc. (The), 5.95%, 4/1/41
170,000

238,952

Home Depot, Inc. (The), 3.90%, 6/15/47
20,000

22,589

Home Depot, Inc. (The), 3.35%, 4/15/50
98,000

106,868

 
 
548,183

Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 0.4%
 
 
Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 5.45%, 6/15/23(1)
230,000

236,313

Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 6.02%, 6/15/26(1)
320,000

341,175

 
 
577,488

Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods — 0.1%
 
 
NIKE, Inc., 3.375%, 3/27/50
70,000

76,935

Trading Companies and Distributors — 0.2%
 
 
Air Lease Corp., MTN, 3.00%, 2/1/30
332,000

241,490

International Lease Finance Corp., 5.875%, 8/15/22
110,000

98,452

 
 
339,942

Wireless Telecommunication Services — 0.2%
 
 
Vodafone Group plc, 2.95%, 2/19/23
321,000

328,144

TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS
(Cost $47,174,430)
 
45,569,114

U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES — 28.2%
 
 
U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.50%, 2/15/39
300,000

427,195

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 4.375%, 11/15/39(3)
600,000

949,547


18


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.125%, 11/15/41
$
200,000

$
273,187

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.125%, 2/15/42
300,000

410,156

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.00%, 5/15/42
1,600,000

2,148,500

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 2.875%, 5/15/43
400,000

527,219

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.125%, 8/15/44(3)
200,000

275,773

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.00%, 11/15/44
200,000

270,828

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 2.50%, 2/15/45
700,000

874,426

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.00%, 5/15/45
1,100,000

1,496,602

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.00%, 11/15/45
200,000

273,703

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.375%, 11/15/48
800,000

1,188,000

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 2.25%, 8/15/49
2,700,000

3,285,773

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 2.00%, 2/15/50
400,000

464,805

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.25%, 7/15/29
2,521,275

2,621,076

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.625%, 12/31/21
1,700,000

1,741,736

U.S. Treasury Notes, 0.375%, 3/31/22
700,000

701,928

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.75%, 6/15/22
2,500,000

2,584,229

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.50%, 9/15/22
4,000,000

4,122,109

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.875%, 9/30/22
2,500,000

2,601,660

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.625%, 12/15/22
3,500,000

3,629,131

U.S. Treasury Notes, 0.50%, 3/15/23
3,100,000

3,119,738

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.50%, 11/30/24
3,000,000

3,159,961

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.125%, 2/28/25
1,500,000

1,556,250

U.S. Treasury Notes, 0.50%, 3/31/25
300,000

301,928

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.375%, 8/31/26
500,000

526,934

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.625%, 9/30/26
100,000

107,055

U.S. Treasury Notes, 0.625%, 3/31/27
1,000,000

1,005,684

TOTAL U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES
(Cost $37,197,826)
 
40,645,133

U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 12.8%
Adjustable-Rate U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities — 0.4%
 
FHLMC, VRN, 4.28%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.80%), 2/1/38
50,645

51,286

FHLMC, VRN, 4.29%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.84%), 6/1/38
40,868

41,510

FHLMC, VRN, 3.90%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.78%), 9/1/40
43,730

44,642

FHLMC, VRN, 4.77%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.88%), 5/1/41
21,247

21,734

FHLMC, VRN, 3.64%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.64%), 2/1/43
21,219

21,607

FHLMC, VRN, 4.43%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.65%), 6/1/43
11,150

11,221

FHLMC, VRN, 4.50%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.62%), 6/1/43
325

328

FHLMC, VRN, 3.06%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.64%), 9/1/47
204,272

211,145

FNMA, VRN, 3.49%, (6-month LIBOR plus 1.57%), 6/1/35
20,703

21,087

FNMA, VRN, 3.69%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.69%), 1/1/40
11,107

11,331

FNMA, VRN, 3.81%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.77%), 10/1/40
68,706

70,135

FNMA, VRN, 3.17%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.61%), 3/1/47
88,042

91,087

 
 
597,113

Fixed-Rate U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities — 12.4%
 
FHLMC, 4.50%, 6/1/21
660

690

FHLMC, 5.50%, 1/1/38
4,993

5,647

FHLMC, 5.50%, 4/1/38
31,913

36,249


19


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
FNMA, 5.00%, 7/1/20
$
1,127

$
1,187

FNMA, 5.00%, 7/1/31
262,511

286,328

FNMA, 4.50%, 10/1/33
136,214

149,516

FNMA, 5.00%, 11/1/33
298,823

331,938

FNMA, 6.00%, 12/1/33
173,083

196,290

FNMA, 3.50%, 3/1/34
687,215

724,379

FNMA, 5.50%, 4/1/34
231,068

261,675

FNMA, 5.50%, 4/1/34
77,475

87,530

FNMA, 5.00%, 8/1/34
37,679

41,857

FNMA, 5.50%, 8/1/34
73,575

83,324

FNMA, 5.00%, 4/1/35
181,024

201,421

FNMA, 5.00%, 8/1/35
12,433

13,850

FNMA, 4.50%, 9/1/35
14,543

15,932

FNMA, 5.50%, 7/1/36
11,785

13,197

FNMA, 5.50%, 12/1/36
19,351

21,976

FNMA, 6.00%, 7/1/37
43,984

49,886

FNMA, 6.00%, 8/1/37
30,098

34,209

FNMA, 6.50%, 8/1/37
2,122

2,453

FNMA, 6.00%, 9/1/37
37,479

42,900

FNMA, 6.00%, 11/1/37
41,438

47,743

FNMA, 5.00%, 3/1/38
65,012

72,359

FNMA, 6.50%, 9/1/38
117,601

135,892

FNMA, 5.50%, 1/1/39
79,422

90,224

FNMA, 5.00%, 2/1/39
179,222

199,703

FNMA, 4.50%, 4/1/39
64,520

71,137

FNMA, 4.50%, 5/1/39
161,638

178,043

FNMA, 6.50%, 5/1/39
2,502

2,977

FNMA, 4.50%, 10/1/39
280,936

310,640

FNMA, 4.00%, 10/1/40
291,071

319,054

FNMA, 4.50%, 11/1/40
267,390

293,561

FNMA, 4.00%, 8/1/41
422,032

460,736

FNMA, 4.50%, 9/1/41
244,158

267,975

FNMA, 3.50%, 5/1/42
362,723

390,219

FNMA, 3.50%, 6/1/42
420,123

451,982

FNMA, 3.50%, 9/1/42
319,498

343,744

FNMA, 3.50%, 5/1/45
827,485

885,821

FNMA, 3.50%, 2/1/47
2,083,556

2,222,833

FNMA, 3.50%, 7/1/47
1,729,925

1,837,500

FNMA, 6.50%, 8/1/47
761

817

FNMA, 6.50%, 9/1/47
1,541

1,650

FNMA, 6.50%, 9/1/47
74

79

FNMA, 6.50%, 9/1/47
810

867

FNMA, 4.00%, 6/1/48
2,030,697

2,170,271

FNMA, 4.00%, 10/1/48
994,300

1,060,798

FNMA, 3.50%, 5/1/49
445,883

471,742

GNMA, 5.50%, 12/15/32
79,345

90,035

GNMA, 6.00%, 9/20/38
23,660

27,035


20


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
GNMA, 5.50%, 12/20/38
$
55,897

$
62,709

GNMA, 4.50%, 6/15/39
360,269

403,958

GNMA, 4.50%, 1/15/40
147,178

163,259

GNMA, 4.50%, 4/15/40
229,796

257,638

GNMA, 4.00%, 11/20/40
467,968

511,057

GNMA, 3.50%, 6/20/42
504,433

540,251

GNMA, 2.50%, 7/20/46
440,206

463,014

GNMA, 2.50%, 2/20/47
523,155

550,179

 
 
17,959,936

TOTAL U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $17,739,142)
18,557,049

ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES — 6.8%
 
 
Avis Budget Rental Car Funding AESOP LLC, Series 2015-2A, Class B, 3.42%, 12/20/21(1)
250,000

246,543

BRE Grand Islander Timeshare Issuer LLC, Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.94%, 5/25/29(1)
94,431

92,643

Goodgreen, Series 2018-1A, Class A, VRN, 3.93%, 10/15/53(1)
264,878

272,039

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2014-AA, Class A SEQ, 1.77%, 11/25/26(1)
54,360

53,952

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2017-AA, Class A SEQ, 2.66%, 12/26/28(1)
85,700

84,470

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2017-AA, Class B, 2.96%, 12/26/28(1)
140,236

138,195

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class B, VRN, 1.75%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.95%), 3/17/37(1)
725,000

654,831

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR2, Class C, VRN, 1.98%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.28%), 6/17/37(1)
575,000

519,901

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class B, VRN, 1.95%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 7/17/37(1)
550,000

498,673

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2013-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.15%, 4/22/30(1)
41,758

41,733

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2015-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.52%, 12/20/32(1)
43,454

42,891

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2017-1A, Class B, 2.75%, 12/20/34(1)
602,748

588,277

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2018-1A, Class B, 3.60%, 1/21/36(1)
270,592

257,257

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2017-SFR1, Class A SEQ, 2.77%, 8/17/34(1)
373,427

372,580

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2017-SFR2, Class A SEQ, 2.90%, 12/17/34(1)
848,421

853,405

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class B, 3.48%, 3/17/35(1)
325,000

321,619

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR2, Class C, 4.04%, 8/17/35(1)
675,000

673,632

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class B, 4.08%, 10/17/35(1)
1,000,000

1,009,913

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class C, 4.18%, 10/17/35(1)
675,000

676,614

Sierra Timeshare Conduit Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.91%, 3/20/34(1)
68,347

67,516

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2016-1A, Class A SEQ, 3.08%, 3/21/33(1)
62,274

61,994

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2016-2A, Class A SEQ, 2.33%, 7/20/33(1)
62,213

61,489


21


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2018-2A, Class B, 3.65%, 6/20/35(1)
$
267,760

$
255,995

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2019-2A, Class C, 3.12%, 5/20/36(1)
364,359

359,863

Towd Point Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-3, Class M1, VRN, 3.50%, 7/25/57(1)
300,000

270,509

Towd Point Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-6, Class A1, VRN, 2.75%, 10/25/57(1)
501,505

502,180

Towd Point Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-4, Class A1, VRN, 3.00%, 6/25/58(1)
207,663

205,408

US Airways Pass-Through Trust, Series 2013-1, Class A, 3.95%, 5/15/27
65,236

65,283

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2016-A, Class A SEQ, 2.54%, 7/20/33(1)
139,774

137,453

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2017-A, Class B, 2.63%, 3/20/35(1)
196,721

192,084

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2018-A, Class B, 3.72%, 2/20/36(1)
228,312

225,880

TOTAL ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $10,055,436)
 
9,804,822

COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS — 4.5%
 
 
Private Sponsor Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 2.5%
 
 
Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-12, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.74%, 2/25/35
52,511

47,774

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2006-1, Class A1, VRN, 3.84%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.25%), 2/25/36
89,198

84,083

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2004-UST1, Class A4, VRN, 3.74%, 8/25/34
23,517

20,850

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2005-4, Class A, VRN, 4.59%, 8/25/35
90,631

84,446

Countrywide Home Loan Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2004-4, Class A19, 5.25%, 5/25/34
73,472

75,324

Countrywide Home Loan Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2005-17, Class 1A11, 5.50%, 9/25/35
964

888

Credit Suisse First Boston Mortgage-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-3, Class 1A1, VRN, 5.50%, 7/25/35
124,880

123,722

Credit Suisse Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-HL2, Class A3 SEQ, VRN, 3.50%, 10/25/47(1)
122,915

122,465

First Horizon Alternative Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2004-AA4, Class A1, VRN, 3.80%, 10/25/34
42,382

38,955

First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2005-AR3, Class 4A1, VRN, 5.01%, 8/25/35
54,675

52,828

First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2006-AR4, Class 1A2, VRN, 3.99%, 1/25/37
70,324

54,862

Flagstar Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-1, Class 1A5 SEQ, VRN, 3.50%, 3/25/47(1)
155,077

157,135

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR6, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.10%, 9/25/35
74,420

70,453

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2005-A4, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.12%, 7/25/35
35,529

32,716

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2005-A6, Class 7A1, VRN, 4.19%, 8/25/35
166,688

153,258

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2005-S2, Class 3A1, VRN, 7.16%, 2/25/32
13,631

13,784

MASTR Adjustable Rate Mortgages Trust, Series 2004-13, Class 3A7, VRN, 4.68%, 11/21/34
44,522

42,477

Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Series 2005-3, Class 2A, VRN, 3.80%, 11/25/35
86,563

75,864


22


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2017-2A, Class A3, VRN, 4.00%, 3/25/57(1)
$
127,051

$
132,828

New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2017-5A, Class A1, VRN, 2.45%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.50%), 6/25/57(1)
225,427

215,982

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-CH1, Class A1, VRN, 4.00%, 8/25/47(1)
240,913

245,000

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-CH2, Class A10 SEQ, VRN, 4.00%, 12/25/47(1)
270,256

271,705

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-CH2, Class A12 SEQ, VRN, 4.00%, 6/25/48(1)
68,012

68,509

Structured Adjustable Rate Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-8, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.78%, 7/25/34
54,067

50,273

Thornburg Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2006-4, Class A2B, VRN, 4.43%, 7/25/36
105,211

90,330

Verus Securitization Trust, Series 2019-3, Class A1, 2.78%, 7/25/59(1)
7,623

7,483

WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-AR7, Class A3, VRN, 4.26%, 8/25/35
68,093

61,083

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-7, Class 3A1 SEQ, 6.00%, 6/25/36
251,956

240,155

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR12, Class 1A1, VRN, 4.71%, 9/25/36
95,668

85,476

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR15, Class A1, VRN, 4.61%, 10/25/36
33,629

29,515

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR16, Class A1, VRN, 4.49%, 10/25/36
73,512

65,094

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR19, Class A1, VRN, 4.35%, 12/25/36
53,704

47,641

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR5, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.14%, 4/25/36
84,973

80,255

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2007-AR10, Class 1A1, VRN, 4.26%, 1/25/38
51,834

44,002

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2007-AR7, Class A1, VRN, 4.35%, 12/28/37
345,274

302,733

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2018-1, Class A3, VRN, 3.50%, 7/25/47(1)
356,710

357,242

 
 
3,647,190

U.S. Government Agency Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 2.0%
 
FHLMC, Series 2013-DN2, Class M2, VRN, 5.20%, (1-month LIBOR plus 4.25%), 11/25/23
151,428

146,990

FHLMC, Series 2015-DNA1, Class M3, VRN, 4.25%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.30%), 10/25/27
175,000

169,956

FHLMC, Series 2015-HQ2, Class M3, VRN, 4.20%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.25%), 5/25/25
175,000

156,001

FHLMC, Series 2018-DNA1, Class M2, VRN, 2.75%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.80%), 7/25/30
100,000

83,227

FHLMC, Series 2020-DNA2, Class M2, VRN, 2.80%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.85%), 2/25/50(1)
250,000

162,639

FHLMC, Series 3397, Class GF, VRN, 1.20%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.50%), 12/15/37
77,724

77,761

FNMA, Series 2014-C02, Class 1M2, VRN, 3.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.60%), 5/25/24
309,465

280,937

FNMA, Series 2014-C02, Class 2M2, VRN, 3.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.60%), 5/25/24
323,335

297,166

FNMA, Series 2016-C01, Class 2M2, VRN, 7.90%, (1-month LIBOR plus 6.95%), 8/25/28
156,665

158,093


23


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
FNMA, Series 2016-C03, Class 2M2, VRN, 6.85%, (1-month LIBOR plus 5.90%), 10/25/28
$
139,878

$
137,888

FNMA, Series 2017-C03, Class 1M2, VRN, 3.95%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 10/25/29
225,000

202,218

FNMA, Series 2017-C05, Class 1M2, VRN, 3.15%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.20%), 1/25/30
283,377

253,502

FNMA, Series 2017-C06, Class 2M2, VRN, 3.75%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.80%), 2/25/30
641,635

542,341

FNMA, Series 2017-C07, Class 1M2, VRN, 3.35%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.40%), 5/25/30
150,000

135,287

 
 
2,804,006

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $6,988,365)
 
6,451,196

COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS — 3.9%
 
 
Allegany Park CLO Ltd., Series 2019-1A, Class C, VRN, 4.38%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.55%), 1/20/33(1)
475,000

411,183

Ares XLI CLO Ltd., Series 2016-41A, Class AR, VRN, 3.03%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.20%), 1/15/29(1)
375,000

360,679

Bean Creek CLO Ltd., Series 2015-1A, Class BR, VRN, 3.27%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.45%), 4/20/31(1)
250,000

222,400

CBAM Ltd., Series 2018-5A, Class B1, VRN, 3.24%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.40%), 4/17/31(1)
200,000

177,309

CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2013-2A, Class A2LR, VRN, 3.43%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 10/18/30(1)
400,000

370,816

CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2016-1A, Class BR, VRN, 3.77%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.95%), 10/21/31(1)
125,000

115,043

Elmwood CLO IV Ltd., Series 2020-1A, Class B, VRN, 3.07%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.70%), 4/15/33(1)
500,000

460,000

Goldentree Loan Management US CLO 3 Ltd., Series 2018-3A, Class B1, VRN, 3.37%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.55%), 4/20/30(1)
300,000

276,496

Goldentree Loan Management US CLO 5 Ltd., Series 2019-5A, Class A, VRN, 3.12%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.30%), 10/20/32(1)
300,000

283,412

KKR CLO Ltd., Series 2022A, Class B, VRN, 3.42%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 7/20/31(1)
150,000

137,894

LCM XIV LP, Series 2014A, Class BR, VRN, 3.40%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.58%), 7/20/31(1)
500,000

453,717

Madison Park Funding XXII Ltd., Series 2016-22A, Class BR, VRN, 3.26%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 1/15/33(1)
100,000

87,243

Magnetite VIII Ltd., Series 2014-8A, Class BR2, VRN, 3.33%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.50%), 4/15/31(1)
100,000

92,335

Magnetite XXIV Ltd., Series 2019-24A, Class B, VRN, 3.76%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.85%), 1/15/33(1)
500,000

446,743

Magnetite XXIV Ltd., Series 2019-24A, Class C, VRN, 4.46%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.55%), 1/15/33(1)
700,000

604,738

Octagon Investment Partners 45 Ltd., Series 2019-1A, Class B1, VRN, 3.68%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.85%), 10/15/32(1)
450,000

417,405

Sounds Point CLO IV-R Ltd., Series 2013-3RA, Class A, VRN, 2.97%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 4/18/31(1)
150,000

139,780

Sounds Point CLO IV-R Ltd., Series 2013-3RA, Class B, VRN, 3.57%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 4/18/31(1)
200,000

178,063

Voya CLO Ltd., Series 2013-2A, Class A2AR, VRN, 3.19%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.40%), 4/25/31(1)
350,000

316,169

Voya CLO Ltd., Series 2013-3A, Class A2RR, VRN, 3.52%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.70%), 10/18/31(1)
150,000

137,656

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $6,263,833)
 
5,689,081


24


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
MUNICIPAL SECURITIES — 2.1%
 
 
Bay Area Toll Authority Rev., 6.92%, 4/1/40
$
180,000

$
265,918

California State University Rev., 2.98%, 11/1/51
225,000

224,975

Chicago GO, 7.05%, 1/1/29
50,000

57,499

Escambia County Health Facilities Authority Rev., (Baptist Health Care Corp. Obligated Group), 3.61%, 8/15/40 (AGM)
105,000

101,692

Foothill-Eastern Transportation Corridor Agency Rev., 4.09%, 1/15/49
95,000

96,358

Grand Parkway Transportation Corp. Rev., 3.24%, 10/1/52
135,000

131,613

Houston GO, 3.96%, 3/1/47
50,000

56,287

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Rev., 6.69%, 11/15/40
80,000

104,109

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Rev., 6.81%, 11/15/40
50,000

65,500

Missouri Highway & Transportation Commission Rev., 5.45%, 5/1/33
50,000

64,059

New Jersey Turnpike Authority Rev., 7.10%, 1/1/41
40,000

57,112

New York State Dormitory Authority Rev., (State of New York Personal Income Tax Rev.), 3.19%, 2/15/43
85,000

84,373

Ohio Turnpike & Infrastructure Commission Rev., 3.22%, 2/15/48
130,000

130,900

Ohio Water Development Authority Water Pollution Control Loan Fund Rev., 4.88%, 12/1/34
80,000

89,539

Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Rev., 5.56%, 12/1/49
65,000

88,668

Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Rev., 4.93%, 10/1/51
75,000

93,370

Regents of the University of California Medical Center Pooled Rev., 3.26%, 5/15/60
155,000

145,748

Rutgers The State University of New Jersey Rev., 5.67%, 5/1/40
175,000

231,794

Sacramento Municipal Utility District Rev., 6.16%, 5/15/36
150,000

204,709

San Antonio Electric & Gas Systems Rev., 5.99%, 2/1/39
50,000

70,167

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Water Rev., 6.00%, 11/1/40
50,000

61,622

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority Rev., 5.88%, 4/1/32
100,000

124,477

State of California GO, 4.60%, 4/1/38
10,000

11,026

State of California GO, 7.55%, 4/1/39
130,000

211,461

State of California GO, 7.30%, 10/1/39
5,000

7,700

State of California GO, 7.60%, 11/1/40
25,000

41,709

State of Kansas Department of Transportation Rev., 4.60%, 9/1/35
45,000

54,851

State of Washington GO, 5.14%, 8/1/40
90,000

123,825

TOTAL MUNICIPAL SECURITIES
(Cost $2,513,845)
 
3,001,061

COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 1.9%
 
 
Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2014-LC17, Class B, VRN, 4.49%, 10/10/47
400,000

405,340

Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2016-CR28, Class B, VRN, 4.65%, 2/10/49
300,000

308,657

Commercial Mortgage Trust, Series 2015-CR22, Class B, VRN, 3.93%, 3/10/48
400,000

397,189

GS Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2016-GS2, Class B, VRN, 3.76%, 5/10/49
400,000

383,742

GS Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2020-GC45, Class AS, 3.17%, 2/13/53
200,000

193,206

JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2014-C21, Class B, VRN, 4.34%, 8/15/47
320,000

321,637


25


 
Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
JPMorgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2016-JP2, Class B, 3.46%, 8/15/49
$
779,000

$
731,615

TOTAL COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $2,847,992)
 
2,741,386

SOVEREIGN GOVERNMENTS AND AGENCIES — 1.8%
 
 
Brazil — 0.2%
 
 
Brazilian Government International Bond, 4.875%, 1/22/21
190,000

194,324

Colombia — 0.2%
 
 
Colombia Government International Bond, 4.375%, 7/12/21
330,000

333,798

Dominican Republic — 0.1%
 
 
Dominican Republic International Bond, 5.95%, 1/25/27
200,000

190,791

Egypt — 0.1%
 
 
Egypt Government International Bond, 8.50%, 1/31/47
200,000

164,750

Jordan — 0.2%
 
 
Jordan Government International Bond, 7.375%, 10/10/47
200,000

168,706

Jordan Government International Bond, 7.375%, 10/10/47
200,000

168,705

 
 
337,411

Namibia — 0.1%
 
 
Namibia International Bonds, 5.25%, 10/29/25
200,000

172,031

Nigeria — 0.1%
 
 
Nigeria Government International Bond, 7.625%, 11/21/25
200,000

156,235

Peru — 0.1%
 
 
Peruvian Government International Bond, 5.625%, 11/18/50
90,000

135,027

Philippines — 0.1%
 
 
Philippine Government International Bond, 4.00%, 1/15/21
100,000

101,392

Poland — 0.1%
 
 
Republic of Poland Government International Bond, 5.125%, 4/21/21
60,000

62,328

Republic of Poland Government International Bond, 3.00%, 3/17/23
100,000

104,286

 
 
166,614

Russia — 0.2%
 
 
Russian Foreign Bond - Eurobond, 5.25%, 6/23/47
200,000

242,920

Tunisia — 0.1%
 
 
Banque Centrale de Tunisie International Bond, 5.75%, 1/30/25
200,000

161,112

Turkey — 0.1%
 
 
Turkey Government International Bond, 6.875%, 3/17/36
200,000

177,220

Uruguay — 0.1%
 
 
Uruguay Government International Bond, 4.125%, 11/20/45
80,000

82,425

TOTAL SOVEREIGN GOVERNMENTS AND AGENCIES
(Cost $2,815,394)
 
2,616,050

PREFERRED STOCKS — 0.2%
 
 
Banks — 0.2%
 
 
JPMorgan Chase & Co., 4.00%
335,000

286,299

Machinery  
 
 
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., 4.00%
65,000

62,597

TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS
(Cost $400,000)
 
348,896


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Principal Amount/
Shares
Value
BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS(4) — 0.2%
 
 
Health Care Providers and Services — 0.1%
 
 
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc., 2018 Term Loan B4, 3.50%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.50%), 2/16/23
$
194,578

$
180,423

Pharmaceuticals — 0.1%
 
 
Bausch Health Companies Inc., 2018 Term Loan B, 3.61%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 6/2/25
128,432

122,921

TOTAL BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $322,255)
 
303,344

TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS — 6.0%
 
 
Repurchase Agreement, BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 1.875% - 3.00%, 11/30/21 - 5/15/45, valued at $2,879,105), in a joint trading account at 0.01%, dated 3/31/20, due 4/1/20 (Delivery value $2,823,127)
 
2,823,126

State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class
5,792,185

5,792,185

TOTAL TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS
(Cost $8,615,311)
 
8,615,311

TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 100.0%
(Cost $142,933,829)
 
144,342,443

OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES  
 
(27,608
)
TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0%
 
$
144,314,835



27


FORWARD FOREIGN CURRENCY EXCHANGE CONTRACTS
Currency Purchased
Currency Sold
Counterparty
Settlement Date
Unrealized Appreciation
(Depreciation)
AUD
301,688

USD
191,771

UBS AG
6/17/20
$
(6,164
)
AUD
303,048

USD
187,229

UBS AG
6/17/20
(786
)
CAD
264,910

USD
191,646

Morgan Stanley
6/17/20
(3,269
)
CAD
259,677

USD
179,222

Morgan Stanley
6/17/20
5,433

USD
190,087

CAD
264,910

Morgan Stanley
6/17/20
1,710

USD
183,626

CAD
259,677

Morgan Stanley
6/17/20
(1,029
)
CLP
332,923,212

USD
391,674

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(1,925
)
USD
387,661

CLP
332,923,212

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(2,089
)
COP
763,780,762

USD
187,201

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(207
)
COP
690,567,977

USD
170,490

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(1,419
)
USD
329,246

COP
1,331,472,705

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
3,265

USD
213,196

COP
886,894,446

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(3,941
)
CZK
4,532,787

USD
193,885

UBS AG
6/17/20
(11,320
)
CZK
8,867,301

USD
362,849

UBS AG
6/17/20
(5,705
)
CZK
4,514,568

USD
174,943

UBS AG
6/17/20
6,889

CZK
4,647,537

USD
181,978

UBS AG
6/17/20
5,209

USD
194,936

CZK
4,532,787

UBS AG
6/17/20
12,371

USD
341,273

CZK
8,867,301

UBS AG
6/17/20
(15,871
)
EUR
208,108

USD
233,293

JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.
6/17/20
(3,104
)
USD
232,101

EUR
208,099

JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.
6/17/20
1,922

USD
399,492

HUF
119,935,611

UBS AG
6/17/20
32,136

USD
163,998

HUF
53,551,769

UBS AG
6/17/20
(29
)
USD
183,050

HUF
60,003,724

UBS AG
6/17/20
(738
)
IDR
10,807,403,099

USD
658,988

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(4,529
)
USD
726,792

IDR
10,807,403,099

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
72,334

ILS
697,667

USD
191,967

UBS AG
6/17/20
5,761

USD
193,046

ILS
697,667

UBS AG
6/17/20
(4,683
)
INR
24,454,721

USD
323,475

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(5,453
)
USD
309,828

INR
24,454,721

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(8,194
)
KZT
301,145,594

USD
726,352

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(80,003
)
USD
300,250

KZT
148,623,830

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(18,742
)
MXN
8,783,697

USD
379,770

JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.
6/17/20
(13,640
)
MXN
3,129,852

USD
138,389

Morgan Stanley
6/17/20
(7,927
)
USD
244,538

MXN
5,960,848

JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.
6/17/20
(3,928
)
NOK
3,704,416

USD
366,259

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(9,840
)
NOK
2,041,202

USD
181,525

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
14,869

NZD
316,952

USD
196,418

UBS AG
6/17/20
(7,407
)
USD
187,490

NZD
316,952

UBS AG
6/17/20
(1,521
)
USD
496,017

PEN
1,773,013

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(18,956
)
USD
188,500

PHP
9,704,559

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
575

PLN
769,412

USD
199,015

UBS AG
6/17/20
(13,082
)
USD
186,909

PLN
769,412

UBS AG
6/17/20
976

SEK
5,992,155

USD
619,780

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(13,043
)
USD
194,107

SEK
1,976,303

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(6,004
)
USD
174,818

SEK
1,817,724

Goldman Sachs & Co.
6/17/20
(9,236
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
(120,334
)

28


FUTURES CONTRACTS PURCHASED
Reference Entity
Contracts
Expiration Date
Notional Amount
Underlying Contract Value
Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
U.S. Treasury 10-Year Notes
22

June 2020
$
2,200,000

$
3,051,125

$
18,891

U.S. Treasury 2-Year Notes
26

June 2020
$
5,200,000

5,729,953

12,799

U.S. Treasury 5-Year Notes
21

June 2020
$
2,100,000

2,632,547

14,189

U.S. Treasury Long Bonds
3

June 2020
$
300,000

537,187

(3,414
)
 
 
 
 
$
11,950,812

$
42,465


FUTURES CONTRACTS SOLD
Reference Entity
Contracts
Expiration Date
Notional Amount
Underlying Contract Value
Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
U.S. Treasury 10-Year Ultra Notes
18

June 2020
$
1,800,000

$
2,808,563

$
(34,243
)

CENTRALLY CLEARED CREDIT DEFAULT SWAP AGREEMENTS
Reference Entity
Type
Fixed Rate
Received
(Paid) Quarterly
Termination
Date
Notional
Amount
Premiums Paid (Received)
Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Value^
Markit CDX North America High Yield Index Series 33
Buy
(5.00)%
12/20/24
$
12,838,000

$
656,177

$
105,340

$
761,517


^The value for credit default swap agreements serves as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and represent the likelihood of an expected liability or profit at the period end. Increasing values in absolute terms when compared to the notional amount of the credit default swap agreement represent a deterioration of the referenced entity's credit soundness and an increased likelihood or risk of a credit event occurring as defined in the agreement.

CENTRALLY CLEARED TOTAL RETURN SWAP AGREEMENTS
Floating Rate Index
Pay/Receive Floating
Rate Index at Termination
Fixed Rate
Termination
Date
Notional
Amount
Premiums Paid (Received)
Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Value
CPURNSA
Receive
1.78%
8/5/24
$
1,500,000

$
(445
)
$
(85,056
)
$
(85,501
)


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NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
AGM
-
Assured Guaranty Municipal Corporation
AUD
-
Australian Dollar
CAD
-
Canadian Dollar
CDX
-
Credit Derivatives Indexes
CLP
-
Chilean Peso
COP
-
Colombian Peso
CPURNSA
-
U.S. Consumer Price Index Urban Consumers Not Seasonally Adjusted Index
CZK
-
Czech Koruna
EUR
-
Euro
FHLMC
-
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
FNMA
-
Federal National Mortgage Association
GNMA
-
Government National Mortgage Association
GO
-
General Obligation
H15T1Y
-
Constant Maturity U.S. Treasury Note Yield Curve Rate Index
HUF
-
Hungarian Forint
IDR
-
Indonesian Rupiah
ILS
-
Israeli Shekel
INR
-
Indian Rupee
KZT
-
Kazakhstani Tenge
LIBOR
-
London Interbank Offered Rate
MTN
-
Medium Term Note
MXN
-
Mexican Peso
NOK
-
Norwegian Krone
NZD
-
New Zealand Dollar
PEN
-
Peruvian Sol
PHP
-
Philippine Peso
PLN
-
Polish Zloty
SEK
-
Swedish Krona
SEQ
-
Sequential Payer
USD
-
United States Dollar
VRN
-
Variable Rate Note. The rate adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security’s offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The security's effective maturity date may be shorter than the final maturity date shown.
†    Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.
(1)
Security was purchased pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933 and may be sold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional investors. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $26,273,693, which represented 18.2% of total net assets.
(2)
When-issued security. The issue price and yield are fixed on the date of the commitment, but payment and delivery are scheduled for a future date.
(3)
Security, or a portion thereof, has been pledged at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements on forward foreign currency exchange contracts, futures contracts and/or swap agreements. At the period end, the aggregate value of securities pledged was $885,224.
(4)
The interest rate on a bank loan obligation adjusts periodically based on a predetermined schedule. Rate shown is effective at period end. The maturity date on a bank loan obligation may be less than indicated as a result of contractual or optional prepayments. These prepayments cannot be predicted with certainty.


See Notes to Financial Statements.

30


Statement of Assets and Liabilities
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Assets
 
Investment securities, at value (cost of $142,933,829)
$
144,342,443

Cash
183,574

Receivable for investments sold
10,982,274

Receivable for capital shares sold
17,393

Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements
201,377

Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts
163,450

Interest and dividends receivable
767,190

 
156,657,701

 
 
Liabilities
 
Payable for investments purchased
11,467,294

Payable for capital shares redeemed
510,164

Payable for variation margin on futures contracts
4,057

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements
2,690

Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts
283,784

Accrued management fees
64,802

Distribution and service fees payable
6,951

Dividends payable
3,124

 
12,342,866

 
 
Net Assets
$
144,314,835

 
 
Net Assets Consist of:
 
Capital paid in
$
145,302,289

Distributable earnings
(987,454
)
 
$
144,314,835


 
Net Assets
Shares Outstanding
Net Asset Value Per Share
Investor Class

$85,343,019

7,920,334
$10.78
I Class

$27,998,968

2,598,738
$10.77
A Class

$16,670,365

1,546,892
$10.78*
C Class

$3,623,105

336,293
$10.77
R Class

$486,854

45,186
$10.77
R5 Class

$10,192,524

946,350
$10.77
*Maximum offering price $11.29 (net asset value divided by 0.955).


See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Operations
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
 
Investment Income (Loss)
 
Income:
 
Interest
$
4,714,210

Dividends
36,595

 
4,750,805

 
 
Expenses:
 
Management fees
909,692

Distribution and service fees:
 
A Class
41,530

C Class
37,363

R Class
3,161

Trustees' fees and expenses
11,090

Other expenses
2,072

 
1,004,908

Fees waived(1)
(149,179
)
 
855,729

 
 
Net investment income (loss)
3,895,076

 
 
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
 
Net realized gain (loss) on:
 
Investment transactions
2,151,775

Forward foreign currency exchange contract transactions
(144,639
)
Futures contract transactions
899,947

Swap agreement transactions
14,098

Foreign currency translation transactions
(38
)
 
2,921,143

 
 
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:
 
Investments
(193,157
)
Forward foreign currency exchange contracts
(228,908
)
Futures contracts
(148,197
)
Swap agreements
34,682

Translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies
20

 
(535,560
)
 
 
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)
2,385,583

 
 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
$
6,280,659


(1)
Amount consists of $89,423, $28,076, $16,612, $3,736, $632 and $10,700 for Investor Class, I Class, A Class, C Class, R Class and R5 Class, respectively.


See Notes to Financial Statements.

32


Statement of Changes in Net Assets
YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND MARCH 31, 2019
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2019
Operations
 
 
Net investment income (loss)
$
3,895,076

$
4,456,494

Net realized gain (loss)
2,921,143

(2,014,905
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)
(535,560
)
2,451,259

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations
6,280,659

4,892,848

 
 
 
Distributions to Shareholders
 
 
From earnings:
 
 
Investor Class
(2,163,108
)
(4,155,744
)
I Class
(689,767
)
(154,831
)
A Class
(356,726
)
(515,469
)
C Class
(52,918
)
(113,890
)
R Class
(12,206
)
(18,805
)
R5 Class
(277,529
)
(383,124
)
Decrease in net assets from distributions
(3,552,254
)
(5,341,863
)
 
 
 
Capital Share Transactions
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5)
(4,054,437
)
(5,088,125
)
 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
(1,326,032
)
(5,537,140
)
 
 
 
Net Assets
 
 
Beginning of period
145,640,867

151,178,007

End of period
$
144,314,835

$
145,640,867



See Notes to Financial Statements.


33


Notes to Financial Statements

MARCH 31, 2020

1. Organization

American Century Investment Trust (the trust) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Massachusetts business trust. Core Plus Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the trust. The fund’s investment objective is to seek to maximize total return. As a secondary objective, the fund seeks a high level of income.

The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, A Class, C Class, R Class and R5 Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.
 
2. Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.

Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The Board of Trustees has adopted valuation policies and procedures to guide the investment advisor in the fund’s investment valuation process and to provide methodologies for the oversight of the fund’s pricing function.
 
Fixed income securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Corporate bonds, U.S. Treasury and Government Agency securities, convertible bonds, bank loan obligations, municipal securities, and sovereign governments and agencies are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information. Mortgage-related and asset-backed securities are valued based on models that consider trade data, prepayment and default projections, benchmark yield and spread data and estimated cash flows of each tranche of the issuer. Collateralized loan obligations are valued based on discounted cash flow models that consider trade and economic data, prepayment assumptions and default projections. Commercial paper is valued using a curve-based approach that considers money market rates for specific instruments, programs, currencies and maturity points from a variety of active market makers.
 
Hybrid securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Preferred stocks and convertible preferred stocks with perpetual maturities are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information.
 
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported net asset value per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value. Exchange-traded futures contracts are valued at the settlement price as provided by the appropriate exchange. Swap agreements are valued at an evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or independent brokers. Forward foreign currency exchange contracts are valued at the mean of the appropriate forward exchange rate at the close of the NYSE as provided by an independent pricing service.
 

34


If the fund determines that the market price for an investment is not readily available or the valuation methods mentioned above do not reflect an investment’s fair value, such investment is valued as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees or its delegate, in accordance with policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. In its determination of fair value, the fund may review several factors including, but not limited to, market information regarding the specific investment or comparable investments and correlation with other investment types, futures indices or general market indicators. Circumstances that may cause the fund to use these procedures to value an investment include, but are not limited to: an investment has been declared in default or is distressed; trading in a security has been suspended during the trading day or a security is not actively trading on its principal exchange; prices received from a regular pricing source are deemed unreliable; or there is a foreign market holiday and no trading occurred.
 
The fund monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s net asset value per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region.
 
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
 
Investment Income — Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes paydown gain (loss) and accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums. Inflation adjustments related to inflation-linked debt securities are reflected as interest income. Dividend income less foreign taxes withheld, if any, is recorded as of the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or long-term capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The fund may estimate the components of distributions received that may be considered nontaxable distributions or long-term capital gain distributions for income tax purposes.
 
Foreign Currency Translations — All assets and liabilities initially expressed in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at prevailing exchange rates at period end. The fund may enter into spot foreign currency exchange contracts to facilitate transactions denominated in a foreign currency. Purchases and sales of investment securities, dividend and interest income, spot foreign currency exchange contracts, and expenses are translated at the rates of exchange prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions. Net realized and unrealized foreign currency exchange gains or losses related to investment securities are a component of net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, respectively.
 
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor) has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Trustees. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
 
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.
 
Segregated Assets — In accordance with the 1940 Act, the fund segregates assets on its books and records to cover certain types of investment securities and other financial instruments. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities segregated to ensure the fund designates a sufficient amount of liquid assets, marked-to-market daily. The fund may also receive assets or be required to pledge assets at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements.
 

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Income Tax Status — It is the fund’s policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
 
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
 
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
 
Indemnifications — Under the trust’s organizational documents, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.

3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties

Certain officers and trustees of the trust are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The trust's investment advisor, ACIM, the trust's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the trust's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC.
 
Management Fees — The trust has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except distribution and service fees, brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent trustees (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses, will be paid by ACIM. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class's daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund’s assets, which do not vary by class. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all the funds in the American Century Investments family of funds. During the period ended March 31, 2020, the investment advisor agreed to waive 0.10% of the fund's management fee. The investment advisor expects this waiver to continue until July 31, 2020 and cannot terminate it prior to such date without the approval of the Board of Trustees.

The Investment Category Fee range, the Complex Fee range and the effective annual management fee before and after waiver for each class for the period ended March 31, 2020 are as follows:
 
 
 
Effective Annual Management Fee
 
Investment Category Fee Range
Complex Fee Range
Before Waiver
After Waiver
Investor Class
0.3425%
to 0.4600%
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.64%
0.54%
I Class
0.1500% to 0.2100%
0.54%
0.44%
A Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.64%
0.54%
C Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.64%
0.54%
R Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.64%
0.54%
R5 Class
0.0500% to 0.1100%
0.44%
0.34%

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Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Trustees has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class, C Class and R Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 1.00%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.75% is paid for distribution services. The plans provide that the R Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.50%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended March 31, 2020 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.
 
Trustees’ Fees and Expenses — The Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The trustees receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund’s officers do not receive compensation from the fund.
 
Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.
 
4. Investment Transactions

Purchases of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $193,009,587, of which $133,855,179 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.

Sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $201,934,819, of which $137,323,274 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.


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5. Capital Share Transactions

Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows (unlimited number of shares authorized):
 
Year ended
March 31, 2020
Year ended
March 31, 2019
 
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
2,506,142
$
27,310,053

3,567,664
$
36,936,228

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
190,348
2,066,899

384,507
3,987,347

Redeemed
(5,168,305)
(55,406,182)

(4,737,909)
(49,084,300)

 
(2,471,815)
(26,029,230)

(785,738)
(8,160,725)

I Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
3,133,903
33,458,643

441,715
4,590,990

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
63,351
689,594

14,325
148,384

Redeemed
(1,192,245)
(12,963,639)

(187,407)
(1,948,190)

 
2,005,009
21,184,598

268,633
2,791,184

A Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
457,399
4,956,897

428,625
4,450,885

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
32,150
349,426

48,810
505,965

Redeemed
(422,311)
(4,573,516)

(333,272)
(3,462,658)

 
67,238
732,807

144,163
1,494,192

C Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
106,541
1,152,608

16,872
175,567

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
4,631
50,273

9,998
103,642

Redeemed
(102,204)
(1,106,668)

(188,805)
(1,960,272)

 
8,968
96,213

(161,935)
(1,681,063)

R Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
20,423
222,603

31,923
331,978

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
1,105
12,000

1,760
18,262

Redeemed
(34,601)
(378,490)

(48,598)
(505,905)

 
(13,073)
(143,887)

(14,915)
(155,665)

R5 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
184,585
1,999,196

256,751
2,670,346

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
25,541
277,519

36,883
382,195

Redeemed
(202,549)
(2,171,653)

(235,302)
(2,428,589)

 
7,577
105,062

58,332
623,952

Net increase (decrease)
(396,096)
$
(4,054,437
)
(491,460)
$
(5,088,125
)

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6. Fair Value Measurements

The fund’s investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.

Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.

Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.

Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).

The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
 
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund’s portfolio holdings.
 
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Assets
 
 
 
Investment Securities
 
 
 
Corporate Bonds

$
45,569,114


U.S. Treasury Securities

40,645,133


U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities

18,557,049


Asset-Backed Securities

9,804,822


Collateralized Mortgage Obligations

6,451,196


Collateralized Loan Obligations

5,689,081


Municipal Securities

3,001,061


Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities

2,741,386


Sovereign Governments and Agencies

2,616,050


Preferred Stocks

348,896


Bank Loan Obligations

303,344


Temporary Cash Investments
$
5,792,185

2,823,126


 
$
5,792,185

$
138,550,258


Other Financial Instruments
 
 
 
Futures Contracts
$
45,879



Swap Agreements

$
761,517


Forward Foreign Currency Exchange Contracts

163,450


 
$
45,879

$
924,967


 
 
 
 
Liabilities
 
 
 
Other Financial Instruments
 
 
 
Futures Contracts
$
37,657



Swap Agreements

$
85,501


Forward Foreign Currency Exchange Contracts

283,784


 
$
37,657

$
369,285




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7. Derivative Instruments

Credit Risk — The fund is subject to credit risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of a bond generally declines as the credit quality of its issuer declines. Credit default swap agreements enable a fund to buy/sell protection against a credit event of a specific issuer or index. A fund may attempt to enhance returns by selling protection or attempt to mitigate credit risk by buying protection. The buyer/seller of credit protection against a security or basket of securities may pay/receive an up-front or periodic payment to compensate for/against potential default events. Changes in value, including the periodic amounts of interest to be paid or received on swap agreements, are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a fund is required to deposit cash or securities (initial margin) with a financial intermediary in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the notional amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the value and is a component of unrealized gains and losses. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon receipt or payment of a periodic settlement or termination of swap agreements. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of swap agreements are a component of net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements, respectively. The risks of entering into swap agreements include the possible lack of liquidity, failure of the counterparty to meet its obligations, and that there may be unfavorable changes in the underlying investments or instruments. The fund's average notional amount held during the period was $2,912,545.
 
Foreign Currency Risk — The fund is subject to foreign currency exchange rate risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of foreign investments held by a fund may be significantly affected by changes in foreign currency exchange rates. The dollar value of a foreign security generally decreases when the value of the dollar rises against the foreign currency in which the security is denominated and tends to increase when the value of the dollar declines against such foreign currency. A fund may enter into forward foreign currency exchange contracts to reduce a fund's exposure to foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations or to gain exposure to the fluctuations in the value of foreign currencies. The net U.S. dollar value of foreign currency underlying all contractual commitments held by a fund and the resulting unrealized appreciation or depreciation are determined daily. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon the termination of the contract. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of forward foreign currency exchange contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on forward foreign currency exchange contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on forward foreign currency exchange contracts, respectively. A fund bears the risk of an unfavorable change in the foreign currency exchange rate underlying the forward contract. Additionally, losses, up to the fair value, may arise if the counterparties do not perform under the contract terms. The fund's average U.S. dollar exposure to foreign currency risk derivative instruments held during the period was $44,333,704.
 
Interest Rate Risk — The fund is subject to interest rate risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of bonds generally declines as interest rates rise. A fund may enter into futures contracts based on a bond index or a specific underlying security. A fund may purchase futures contracts to gain exposure to increases in market value or sell futures contracts to protect against a decline in market value. Upon entering into a futures contract, a fund will segregate cash, cash equivalents or other appropriate liquid securities on its records in amounts sufficient to meet requirements. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the contract value and is recorded as unrealized gains and losses. A fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the futures contract is closed or expires. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of futures contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts, respectively. One of the risks of entering into futures contracts is the possibility that the change in value of the contract may not correlate with the changes in value of the underlying securities. The fund's average notional exposure to interest rate risk derivative instruments held during the period was $13,933,333 futures contracts purchased and $1,160,000 futures contracts sold.
 

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Other Contracts — A fund may enter into total return swap agreements in order to attempt to obtain or preserve a particular return or spread at a lower cost than obtaining a return or spread through purchases and/or sales of instruments in other markets or gain exposure to certain markets in the most economical way possible. A fund will segregate cash, cash equivalents or other appropriate liquid securities on its records in amounts sufficient to meet requirements. Changes in value, including the periodic amounts of interest to be paid or received on swap agreements, are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a fund is required to deposit cash or securities (initial margin) with a financial intermediary in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the notional amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the value and is a component of unrealized gains and losses. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon receipt or payment of a periodic settlement or termination of swap agreements. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of swap agreements are a component of net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements, respectively. The risks of entering into swap agreements include the possible lack of liquidity, failure of the counterparty to meet its obligations, and that there may be unfavorable changes in the underlying investments or instruments, including inflationary risk. The fund's average notional amount held during the period was $1,500,000.
Value of Derivative Instruments as of March 31, 2020
 
Asset Derivatives
Liability Derivatives
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Credit Risk
Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements*
$
201,377

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements*

Foreign Currency Risk
Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts
163,450

Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts
$
283,784

Interest Rate Risk
Receivable for variation margin on futures contracts*

Payable for variation margin on futures contracts*
4,057

Other Contracts
Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements*

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements*
2,690

 
 
$
364,827

 
$
290,531


*
Included in the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts or centrally cleared swap agreements, as applicable, as reported in the Schedule of Investments.
Effect of Derivative Instruments on the Statement of Operations for the Year Ended March 31, 2020
 
Net Realized Gain (Loss)
Change in Net Unrealized
Appreciation (Depreciation)
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Credit Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions
$
14,098

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements
$
119,738

Foreign Currency Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on forward foreign currency exchange contract transactions
(144,639
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on forward foreign currency exchange contracts
(228,908
)
Interest Rate Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions
899,947

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts
(148,197
)
Other Contracts
Net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements
(85,056
)
 
 
$
769,406

 
$
(342,423
)


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8. Risk Factors

The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.

The fund may invest in instruments that have variable or floating coupon rates based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate intended to be representative of the rate at which certain major international banks lend to one another over short-terms. LIBOR will be phased out by the end of 2021. Uncertainty remains regarding a replacement rate or rates for LIBOR. The transition process may lead to increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that rely on LIBOR. This could result in a change to the value of such instruments.

There are certain risks involved in investing in foreign securities. These risks include those resulting from political events (such as civil unrest, national elections and imposition of exchange controls), social and economic events (such as labor strikes and rising inflation), and natural disasters. Securities of foreign issuers may be less liquid and more volatile. Investing in emerging markets or a significant portion of assets in one country or region may accentuate these risks.
 
The fund’s investment process may result in high portfolio turnover, which could mean high transaction costs, affecting both performance and capital gains tax liabilities to investors.

9. Federal Tax Information

The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019 were as follows:
 
2020
2019
Distributions Paid From
 
 
Ordinary income
$
3,552,254

$
5,341,863

Long-term capital gains



The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
 
As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
Federal tax cost of investments
$
142,978,677

Gross tax appreciation of investments
$
5,835,634

Gross tax depreciation of investments
(4,471,868
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments
1,363,766

Net tax appreciation (depreciation) on derivatives and translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies
(7,831
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation)
$
1,355,935

Other book-to-tax adjustments
$
(87,844
)
Undistributed ordinary income
$
611

Accumulated short-term capital losses

$
(2,050,453
)
Accumulated long-term capital losses

$
(205,703
)
 
The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales and the realization for tax purposes of unrealized gains (losses) on certain foreign currency exchange contracts and unsettled interest on swap agreements. Other book-to-tax adjustments are attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on straddle positions.

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Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.

10. Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In March 2017, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2017-08, “Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (Subtopic 310-20), Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities” (ASU 2017-08). ASU 2017-08 amends the amortization period for certain purchased callable debt securities held at a premium, shortening such period to the earliest call date. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-08 did not materially impact the financial statements.

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Financial Highlights
 
For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From
Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(before
expense
waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.56
0.29
0.19
0.48
(0.26)
$10.78
4.57%
0.55%
0.65%
2.64%
2.54%
129%

$85,343

2019
$10.59
0.33
0.03
0.36
(0.39)
$10.56
3.55%
0.58%
0.65%
3.17%
3.10%
139%

$109,760

2018
$10.71
0.30
(0.09)
0.21
(0.33)
$10.59
1.92%
0.63%
0.65%
2.80%
2.78%
144%

$118,329

2017
$10.82
0.27
(0.08)
0.19
(0.30)
$10.71
1.76%
0.62%
0.65%
2.52%
2.49%
150%

$84,193

2016
$11.02
0.27
(0.16)
0.11
(0.31)
$10.82
1.02%
0.63%
0.65%
2.53%
2.51%
145%

$90,012

I Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.56
0.30
0.18
0.48
(0.27)
$10.77
4.67%
0.45%
0.55%
2.74%
2.64%
129%

$27,999

2019
$10.58
0.34
0.04
0.38
(0.40)
$10.56
3.76%
0.48%
0.55%
3.27%
3.20%
139%

$6,269

2018(3)
$10.73
0.31
(0.13)
0.18
(0.33)
$10.58
1.65%
0.53%(4)
0.55%(4)
2.97%(4)
2.95%(4)
144%(5)

$3,441




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From
Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(before
expense
waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
A Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.56
0.26
0.19
0.45
(0.23)
$10.78
4.31%
0.80%
0.90%
2.39%
2.29%
129%

$16,670

2019
$10.59
0.30
0.04
0.34
(0.37)
$10.56
3.30%
0.83%
0.90%
2.92%
2.85%
139%

$15,630

2018
$10.71
0.27
(0.09)
0.18
(0.30)
$10.59
1.67%
0.88%
0.90%
2.55%
2.53%
144%

$14,139

2017
$10.82
0.25
(0.09)
0.16
(0.27)
$10.71
1.51%
0.87%
0.90%
2.27%
2.24%
150%

$27,498

2016
$11.02
0.24
(0.16)
0.08
(0.28)
$10.82
0.77%
0.88%
0.90%
2.28%
2.26%
145%

$28,220

C Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.56
0.18
0.18
0.36
(0.15)
$10.77
3.45%
1.55%
1.65%
1.64%
1.54%
129%

$3,623

2019
$10.58
0.23
0.04
0.27
(0.29)
$10.56
2.62%
1.58%
1.65%
2.17%
2.10%
139%

$3,457

2018
$10.71
0.19
(0.10)
0.09
(0.22)
$10.58
0.81%
1.63%
1.65%
1.80%
1.78%
144%

$5,179

2017
$10.82
0.17
(0.09)
0.08
(0.19)
$10.71
0.76%
1.62%
1.65%
1.52%
1.49%
150%

$6,955

2016
$11.01
0.16
(0.15)
0.01
(0.20)
$10.82
0.11%
1.63%
1.65%
1.53%
1.51%
145%

$8,618




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From
Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(before
expense
waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
R Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.56
0.23
0.19
0.42
(0.21)
$10.77
4.05%
1.05%
1.15%
2.14%
2.04%
129%

$487

2019
$10.59
0.28
0.03
0.31
(0.34)
$10.56
3.04%
1.08%
1.15%
2.67%
2.60%
139%

$615

2018
$10.71
0.24
(0.09)
0.15
(0.27)
$10.59
1.41%
1.13%
1.15%
2.30%
2.28%
144%

$775

2017
$10.82
0.22
(0.08)
0.14
(0.25)
$10.71
1.26%
1.12%
1.15%
2.02%
1.99%
150%

$1,472

2016
$11.01
0.22
(0.16)
0.06
(0.25)
$10.82
0.61%
1.13%
1.15%
2.03%
2.01%
145%

$2,649

R5 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.56
0.31
0.18
0.49
(0.28)
$10.77
4.68%
0.35%
0.45%
2.84%
2.74%
129%

$10,193

2019
$10.58
0.35
0.04
0.39
(0.41)
$10.56
3.86%
0.38%
0.45%
3.37%
3.30%
139%

$9,910

2018
$10.71
0.33
(0.11)
0.22
(0.35)
$10.58
2.03%
0.43%
0.45%
3.00%
2.98%
144%

$9,315

2017
$10.82
0.30
(0.09)
0.21
(0.32)
$10.71
1.97%
0.42%
0.45%
2.72%
2.69%
150%

$3,535

2016
$11.02
0.29
(0.16)
0.13
(0.33)
$10.82
1.23%
0.43%
0.45%
2.73%
2.71%
145%

$1,224




Notes to Financial Highlights
 
 
(1)
Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)
Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(3)
April 10, 2017 (commencement of sale) through March 31, 2018.
(4)
Annualized.
(5)
Portfolio turnover is calculated at the fund level. Percentage indicated was calculated for the year ended March 31, 2018.


See Notes to Financial Statements.



Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Trustees of American Century Investment Trust and Shareholders of Core Plus Fund    

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Core Plus Fund (one of the funds constituting American Century Investment Trust, referred to hereafter as the “Fund”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2020, the statement of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2020, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020 and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2020 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.



/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
May 18, 2020

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in American Century Investments since 1997.



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Management

Board of Trustees

The individuals listed below serve as trustees of the funds. Each trustee will continue to serve in this capacity until death, retirement, resignation or removal from office. The board has adopted a mandatory retirement age for trustees who are not “interested persons,” as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act (independent trustees). Independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 75th birthday; provided, however, that on or after January 1, 2022, independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 76th birthday.
Mr. Thomas is an “interested person” because he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC), the parent company of American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM or the advisor). The other trustees (more than three-fourths of the total number) are independent. They are not employees, directors or officers of, and have no financial interest in, ACC or any of its wholly owned, direct or indirect, subsidiaries, including ACIM, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS) and American Century Services, LLC (ACS), and they do not have any other affiliations, positions or relationships that would cause them to be considered “interested persons” under the Investment Company Act. The trustees serve in this capacity for eight (in the case of Jonathan S. Thomas, 16; and Ronald J. Gilson, 9) registered investment companies in the American Century Investments family of funds.
The following table presents additional information about the trustees. The mailing address for each trustee other than Mr. Thomas is 1665 Charleston Road, Mountain View, California 94043. The mailing address for Mr. Thomas is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Tanya S. Beder
(1955)
Trustee
Since 2011
Chairman and CEO, SBCC Group Inc. (independent advisory services) (2006 to present)
40
CYS Investments, Inc.; Kirby Corporation; Nabors Industries Ltd.
Jeremy I. Bulow
(1954)
Trustee
Since 2011
Professor of Economics, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (1979 to present)
40
None
Anne Casscells
(1958)
Trustee
Since 2016
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, Aetos Alternatives Management (investment advisory firm) (2001 to present); Lecturer in Accounting, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (2009 to 2017)
40
None
Ronald J. Gilson
(1946)
Trustee and Chairman of the Board
Since 1995
(Chairman since 2005)
Charles J. Meyers Professor of Law and Business, Emeritus, Stanford Law School (1979 to 2016); Marc and Eva Stern Professor of Law and Business, Columbia University School of Law (1992 to present)
57
None

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Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Frederick L. A. Grauer
(1946)
Trustee
Since 2008
Senior Advisor, Credit Sesame, Inc. (credit monitoring firm) (2018 to present); Senior Advisor, Course Hero (an educational technology company) (2015 to present)
40
None
Jonathan D. Levin
(1972)
Trustee
Since 2016
Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (2016 to present); Professor, Stanford University, (2000 to present)
40
None
Peter F. Pervere
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2007
Retired
40
None
John B. Shoven
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2002
Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics, Stanford University (1973 to present, emeritus since 2019)
40
Cadence Design Systems; Exponent; Financial Engines
Interested Trustee


Jonathan S. Thomas
(1963)
Trustee
Since 2007
President and Chief Executive Officer, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as Chief Executive Officer, ACS; Executive Vice President, ACIM; Director, ACC, ACIM and other ACC subsidiaries
120
None
The Statement of Additional Information has additional information about the fund's trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Officers

The following table presents certain information about the executive officers of the funds. Each officer serves as an officer for 16 (in the case of Robert J. Leach, 15) investment companies in the American Century family of funds, unless otherwise noted. No officer is compensated for his or her service as an officer of the funds. The listed officers are interested persons of the funds and are appointed or re-appointed on an annual basis. The mailing address for each of the officers listed below is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Offices with the Funds
Principal Occupation(s) During the Past Five Years
Patrick Bannigan
(1965)
President since 2019
Executive Vice President and Director, ACC (2012 to present); Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, ACC (2015 to present); Chief Operating Officer, ACC (2012-2015). Also serves as President, ACS; Vice President, ACIM; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and/or Director, ACIM, ACS and other ACC subsidiaries
R. Wes Campbell
(1974)
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018
Vice President, ACS (2020 to present); Investment Operations and Investment Accounting, ACS (2000 to present)
Amy D. Shelton
(1964)
Chief Compliance Officer and Vice President since 2014
Chief Compliance Officer, American Century funds, (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIM (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIS (2009 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIS
Charles A. Etherington
(1957)
General Counsel since 2007 and Senior Vice President since 2006
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present); Vice President, ACC (2005 to present); General Counsel, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as General Counsel, ACIM, ACS, ACIS and other ACC subsidiaries; and Senior Vice President, ACIM and ACS
C. Jean Wade
(1964)
Vice President since 2012
Senior Vice President, ACS (2017 to present); Vice President ACS (2000 to 2017)
Robert J. Leach
(1966)
Vice President since 2006
Vice President, ACS (2000 to present)
David H. Reinmiller
(1963)
Vice President since 2000
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIM and ACS
Ward D. Stauffer
(1960)
Secretary since 2005
Attorney, ACC (2003 to present)







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Liquidity Risk Management Program


The Fund has adopted a liquidity risk management program (the “program”). The Fund’s Board of Trustees (the "Board") has designated American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) as the administrator of the program. Personnel of ACIM or its affiliates conduct the day-to-day operation of the program pursuant to policies and procedures administered by those members of the ACIM’s Investment Oversight Committee who are members of the ACIM’s Investment Management and Global Analytics departments.

Under the program, ACIM manages the Fund’s liquidity risk, which is the risk that the Fund could not meet shareholder redemption requests without significant dilution of remaining shareholders’ interests in the Fund. This risk is managed by monitoring the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments, limiting the amount of the Fund’s illiquid investments, and utilizing various risk management tools and facilities available to the Fund for meeting shareholder redemptions, among other means. ACIM’s process of determining the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party liquidity assessment vendors.

The Board reviewed a report prepared by ACIM regarding the operation and effectiveness of the program for the period December 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. No significant liquidity events impacting the Fund were noted in the report. In addition, ACIM provided its assessment that the program had been effective in managing the Fund’s liquidity risk.


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Additional Information

Retirement Account Information

As required by law, distributions you receive from certain retirement accounts are subject to federal income tax withholding, unless you elect not to have withholding apply*. Tax will be withheld on the total amount withdrawn even though you may be receiving amounts that are not subject to withholding, such as nondeductible contributions. In such case, excess amounts of withholding could occur. You may adjust your withholding election so that a greater or lesser amount will be withheld.

If you don’t want us to withhold on this amount, you must notify us to not withhold the federal income tax. You may notify us in writing or in certain situations by telephone or through other electronic means. For systematic withdrawals, your withholding election will remain in effect until revoked or changed by filing a new election. You have the right to revoke your election at any time and change your withholding percentage for future distributions.

Remember, even if you elect not to have income tax withheld, you are liable for paying income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal. If you elect not to have income tax withheld or you don’t have enough income tax withheld, you may be responsible for payment of estimated tax. You may incur penalties under the estimated tax rules if your withholding and estimated tax payments are not sufficient. You can reduce or defer the income tax on a distribution by directly or indirectly rolling such distribution over to another IRA or eligible plan. You should consult your tax advisor for additional information.

State tax will be withheld if, at the time of your distribution, your address is within one of the mandatory withholding states and you have federal income tax withheld (or as otherwise required by state law). State taxes will be withheld from your distribution in accordance with the respective state rules.

*Some 403(b), 457 and qualified retirement plan distributions may be subject to 20% mandatory withholding, as they are subject to special tax and withholding rules.  Your plan administrator or plan sponsor is required to provide you with a special tax notice explaining those rules at the time you request a distribution.  If applicable, federal and/or state taxes may be withheld from your distribution amount.


Proxy Voting Policies

Descriptions of the principles and policies that the fund's investment advisor uses in exercising the voting rights associated with the securities purchased and/or held by the fund are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021 or visiting American Century Investments’ website at americancentury.com/proxy. A description of the policies is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. Information regarding how the investment advisor voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available on americancentury.com/proxy. It is also available at sec.gov.


Quarterly Portfolio Disclosure

The fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. The fund also makes its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the most recent quarter of its fiscal year available on its website at americancentury.com and, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.

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Notes

54


Notes

55


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Annual Report
 
 
 
March 31, 2020
 
 
 
Diversified Bond Fund
 
Investor Class (ADFIX)
 
I Class (ACBPX)
 
Y Class (ADVYX)
 
A Class (ADFAX)
 
C Class (CDBCX)
 
R Class (ADVRX)
 
R5 Class (ADRVX)
 
R6 Class (ADDVX)









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Table of Contents
President’s Letter
Performance
Portfolio Commentary
Fund Characteristics
Shareholder Fee Example
Schedule of Investments
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Statement of Operations
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Notes to Financial Statements
Financial Highlights
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Management
Liquidity Risk Management Program
Additional Information



















Any opinions expressed in this report reflect those of the author as of the date of the report, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of American Century Investments® or any other person in the American Century Investments organization. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and American Century Investments disclaims any responsibility to update such opinions. These opinions may not be relied upon as investment advice and, because investment decisions made by American Century Investments funds are based on numerous factors, may not be relied upon as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any American Century Investments fund. Security examples are used for representational purposes only and are not intended as recommendations to purchase or sell securities. Performance information for comparative indices and securities is provided to American Century Investments by third party vendors. To the best of American Century Investments’ knowledge, such information is accurate at the time of printing.



President’s Letter

jthomasrev0514a71.jpg Jonathan Thomas

Dear Investor:

Thank you for reviewing this annual report for the period ended March 31, 2020. Annual reports help convey important information about fund returns, including market factors that affected performance during the reporting period. For additional insights, please visit americancentury.com.

Virus Outbreak Abruptly Altered Economic, Market Backdrops

Through most of the period, market sentiment was upbeat, partly due to accommodative Federal Reserve (Fed) policy and modest inflation. Improving economic and corporate earnings data and a phase 1 U.S.-China trade deal also helped boost growth outlooks. Against this backdrop, key U.S. stock benchmarks rose to record highs by mid-February, and U.S. bonds continued to advance.

However, beginning in late February, unprecedented social and economic turmoil emerged and reversed the positive trajectory. The COVID-19 epidemic originating in China rapidly spread throughout the world, forcing stay-at-home orders and industry-wide shutdowns. U.S. stocks, corporate bonds and other riskier assets sold off sharply, while U.S. Treasuries rallied in the global flight to quality. The Fed stepped in quickly and aggressively, slashing interest rates to near 0% and enacting massive lending and asset-purchase programs to stabilize the financial system.

The swift and severe sell-off erased the strong stock market gains realized earlier in the period and left key benchmarks with losses for the 12 months. Reflecting their defensive characteristics, high-quality U.S. bonds withstood the turmoil and delivered solid returns for the 12-month period.

Promoting Health and Safety Remains Our Focus

While the market impact of COVID-19 has been severe, reducing the human toll is most important. We are monitoring the situation closely and following guidelines and protocols from all relevant authorities. Our firm has activated a comprehensive Pandemic Response Plan, which includes social distancing and work-from-home mandates, travel restrictions and escalated cleaning regimens at all our facilities. We’ve also launched a Business Continuity Plan to maintain regular business operations and ensure delivery of outstanding service.

We appreciate your confidence in us during these extraordinary times. We have a long history of helping clients weather volatile markets, and we are confident we will meet today’s challenges. In the meantime, the health and safety of you, your family and our employees remain a top priority.

Sincerely,
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Jonathan Thomas
President and Chief Executive Officer
American Century Investments

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Performance
 
Total Returns as of March 31, 2020
 
 
 
 
Average Annual Returns
 
 
Ticker
Symbol
1 year
5 years
10 years
Since
Inception
Inception
Date
Investor Class
ADFIX
7.18%
2.61%
3.48%
12/3/01
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index
8.93%
3.35%
3.88%
I Class
ACBPX
7.39%
2.83%
3.70%
4/1/93
Y Class
ADVYX
7.42%
3.90%
4/10/17
A Class
ADFAX
 
 
 
 
12/3/01
No sales charge
 
6.81%
2.34%
3.23%
 
With sales charge
 
2.01%
1.40%
2.76%
 
C Class
CDBCX
6.02%
1.59%
2.46%
1/31/03
R Class
ADVRX
6.65%
2.09%
2.98%
7/29/05
R5 Class
ADRVX
7.29%
3.85%
4/10/17
R6 Class
ADDVX
7.34%
2.88%
3.37%
7/26/13
Average annual returns since inception are presented when ten years of performance history is not available.
Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Sales charges include initial sales charges and contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs), as applicable. A Class shares have a 4.50% maximum initial sales charge and may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. C Class shares redeemed within 12 months of purchase are subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. The SEC requires that mutual funds provide performance information net of maximum sales charges in all cases where charges could be applied.


















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Growth of $10,000 Over 10 Years
$10,000 investment made March 31, 2010
Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure.

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Value on March 31, 2020
 
Investor Class — $14,088
 
 
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index — $14,639
 
Ending value of Investor Class would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
Investor Class
I Class
Y Class
A Class
C Class
R Class
R5 Class
R6 Class
0.60%
0.40%
0.37%
0.85%
1.60%
1.10%
0.40%
0.35%
The total annual fund operating expenses shown is as stated in the fund’s prospectus current as of the date of this report. The prospectus may vary from the expense ratio shown elsewhere in this report because it is based on a different time period, includes acquired fund fees and expenses, and, if applicable, does not include fee waivers or expense reimbursements.
















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Portfolio Commentary
 

Portfolio Managers: Bob Gahagan, Hando Aguilar, Jeff Houston, Brian Howell and Charles Tan

Performance Summary

Diversified Bond returned 7.18%* for the 12 months ended March 31, 2020. By comparison, the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index returned 8.93%. Fund returns reflect operating expenses, while index returns do not. Returns for the fund and the index largely reflected the defensive characteristics of the broad U.S. investment-grade bond market in the face of unprecedented market unrest in early 2020.

The reporting period began on an upbeat note for bond investors. The Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) early 2019 pivot toward dovish policy set the stage for rate cuts in July, September and October. This action, along with modest economic and earnings growth and low inflation, generally supported solid gains for U.S. bonds. By year-end 2019, global economic data improved, the U.S. and China signed a phase 1 trade deal and the Fed suggested it would hold rates steady through 2020.

Conditions deteriorated rapidly within the first quarter of 2020. As the COVID-19 epidemic originating in China expanded into a pandemic, nervous fixed-income investors scrambled to shed credit risk and seek shelter in cash. Market volatility soared and liquidity sank. In response, the Fed slashed short-term rates to near 0% and launched a series of initiatives to stabilize the financial markets. Separately, Congress passed a $2 trillion fiscal relief package. Reflecting market sentiment, the 10-year Treasury yield started the period at 2.41% and closed at 0.68% after touching a record-low 0.54% in early March. The two-year Treasury yield followed a similar path during the 12-month period, dropping from 2.27% to 0.22%, including a 135-basis-point decline in the first quarter of 2020.

Amid a global flight to quality, riskier investments, including corporate and securitized bonds, suffered significant losses. The Fed’s rescue programs helped stabilize credit-sensitive sectors of the fixed-income universe, including mortgage-backed securities, municipal bonds (munis) and investment-grade corporate bonds. Against this backdrop, an underweight position in Treasuries, relative to the benchmark, accounted for much of Diversified Bond’s underperformance.

Securitized Exposure Hindered Performance

We continued to underweight Treasuries and government agencies relative to the index in favor of spread (non-Treasury) sectors, including securitized bonds and corporate issues. This strategy diminished returns amid the late-period rush for stability and liquidity.

Throughout the period, we maintained an overweight position in securitized bonds, believing the sector offered better relative value and less volatility than corporate credit issues. The strategy generally aided performance during risk-on periods, but it proved detrimental amid the coronavirus sell-off. Forced selling created havoc for the sector, as the credit-sensitive holdings we favored, including non-agency commercial mortgage-backed securities, collateralized mortgage obligations and collateralized loan obligations, were hardest hit. Agency-backed mortgages recovered slightly after the Fed announced its asset-purchase plan, which included agency mortgages.




*All fund returns referenced in this commentary are for Investor Class shares. Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure; when Investor Class performance exceeds that of the index, other share classes may not. See page 3 for returns for all share classes.

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Corporate, Non-Index Securities Weighed on Results

As sentiment on the economy started to soften during 2019, we reduced our allocation to the corporate bond sector. Combined with our view that the credit cycle had entered its final stage, we believed that valuations among corporate bonds had advanced to levels in line with fundamentals. In addition to trimming exposure, we maintained a higher-quality bias, given the then uncertainties surrounding the effects of tariffs on corporate earnings. We also reduced our out-of-index stake in high-yield bonds. Although our corporate exposure suffered with all risk assets in the early 2020 decline, investment-grade securities recovered slightly late in the period on news the Fed would purchase corporate bonds.

Meanwhile, our out-of-index allocation to inflation-linked securities modestly detracted from relative performance. Late in the period, longer-term inflation expectations (10-year breakeven rate) sagged to their lowest level since 2009.

Portfolio Positioning

The economic downturn during the first quarter was swift and severe, but we do not expect an equally swift, or V-shaped, recovery. The consumer is the main driver of the U.S. economy, and we believe the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will weigh on consumer sentiment—and job and economic growth—for several months. Ultimately, this crisis requires a medical solution.

With its massive financial rescue package, the Fed has demonstrated it will take extraordinary steps to maintain broad market liquidity and assure credit market stability. However, we don’t expect the Fed to ease further, as policymakers previously noted an unwillingness to push rates below zero. Additionally, the effects of significant fiscal stimulus should allow the Fed to keep rates steady.

Heightened volatility often creates market disruptions that lead to attractive buying opportunities. In the first quarter’s flight to quality, we identified such opportunities in the securitized, corporate credit and muni sectors. We’re remaining cautious and defensive in our positioning, focusing on high-quality securities and positioning our portfolio to weather a U-shaped recovery. We’re emphasizing securities the Fed is buying—high-quality corporate, mortgage and muni securities and Treasury inflation-protected securities.

At the same time, we’re reviewing each portfolio holding, eliminating securities we’re uncomfortable holding in the current environment. In particular, we’ve reduced exposure to securitized securities. We believe rising unemployment and the broad economic shutdown created by the pandemic will create challenges for certain segments of the mortgage market. We’ve also hedged overall risk in the portfolio via credit default swaps. As always, we favor a bottom-up approach to portfolio management, emphasizing careful security selection.





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Fund Characteristics
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Portfolio at a Glance
 
Average Duration (effective)
5.9 years
Weighted Average Life to Maturity
7.6 years
 
 
Types of Investments in Portfolio
% of net assets
Corporate Bonds
32.5%
U.S. Treasury Securities
21.4%
U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities
14.7%
Asset-Backed Securities
6.4%
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations
4.1%
Collateralized Loan Obligations
3.8%
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities
3.7%
Municipal Securities
2.2%
Sovereign Governments and Agencies
0.9%
U.S. Government Agency Securities
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
0.2%
Temporary Cash Investments
9.9%
Other Assets and Liabilities
(0.1)%

7


Shareholder Fee Example 

Fund shareholders may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments and redemption/exchange fees; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in your fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing cost of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 made at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020.

Actual Expenses

The table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each class. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. First, identify the share class you own. Then simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

If you hold Investor Class shares of any American Century Investments fund, or I Class shares of the American Century Diversified Bond Fund, in an American Century Investments account (i.e., not through a financial intermediary or employer-sponsored retirement plan account), American Century Investments may charge you a $25.00 annual account maintenance fee if the value of those shares is less than $10,000. We will redeem shares automatically in one of your accounts to pay the $25.00 fee. In determining your total eligible investment amount, we will include your investments in all personal accounts (including American Century Investments brokerage accounts) registered under your Social Security number. Personal accounts include individual accounts, joint accounts, UGMA/UTMA accounts, personal trusts, Coverdell Education Savings Accounts and IRAs (including traditional, Roth, Rollover, SEP-, SARSEP- and SIMPLE-IRAs), and certain other retirement accounts. If you have only business, business retirement, employer sponsored or American Century Investments brokerage accounts, you are currently not subject to this fee. If you are subject to the account maintenance fee, your account value could be reduced by the fee amount.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The table also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the actual expense ratio of each class of your fund and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the actual return of a fund’s share class. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or redemption/exchange fees. Therefore, the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.

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Beginning
Account Value
10/1/19
Ending
Account Value
3/31/20
Expenses Paid
During Period
(1)
10/1/19 - 3/31/20
 
Annualized
Expense Ratio
(1)
Actual
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,017.30
$3.03
0.60%
I Class
$1,000
$1,019.20
$2.02
0.40%
Y Class
$1,000
$1,019.40
$1.87
0.37%
A Class
$1,000
$1,016.00
$4.28
0.85%
C Class
$1,000
$1,012.20
$8.05
1.60%
R Class
$1,000
$1,014.70
$5.54
1.10%
R5 Class
$1,000
$1,018.30
$2.02
0.40%
R6 Class
$1,000
$1,018.50
$1.77
0.35%
Hypothetical
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,022.00
$3.03
0.60%
I Class
$1,000
$1,023.00
$2.02
0.40%
Y Class
$1,000
$1,023.15
$1.87
0.37%
A Class
$1,000
$1,020.75
$4.29
0.85%
C Class
$1,000
$1,017.00
$8.07
1.60%
R Class
$1,000
$1,019.50
$5.55
1.10%
R5 Class
$1,000
$1,023.00
$2.02
0.40%
R6 Class
$1,000
$1,023.25
$1.77
0.35%
(1)
Expenses are equal to the class's annualized expense ratio listed in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 183, the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year, divided by 366, to reflect the one-half year period. Annualized expense ratio reflects actual expenses, including any applicable fee waivers or expense reimbursements and excluding any acquired fund fees and expenses.

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Schedule of Investments

MARCH 31, 2020
 
Principal Amount
Value
CORPORATE BONDS — 32.5%
 
 
Aerospace and Defense — 0.1%
 
 
United Technologies Corp., 6.05%, 6/1/36
$
1,868,000

$
2,500,639

Automobiles — 0.8%
 
 
Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 5.875%, 8/2/21
5,810,000

5,722,850

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 2.98%, 8/3/22
3,820,000

3,571,700

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 3.35%, 11/1/22
2,730,000

2,525,250

General Motors Co., 5.15%, 4/1/38
1,350,000

980,723

General Motors Financial Co., Inc., 3.20%, 7/6/21
4,620,000

4,415,140

General Motors Financial Co., Inc., 5.25%, 3/1/26
2,760,000

2,440,904

 
 
19,656,567

Banks — 6.4%
 
 
Banco Santander SA, 3.50%, 4/11/22
4,200,000

4,157,541

Bank of America Corp., MTN, 4.00%, 1/22/25
5,000,000

5,289,209

Bank of America Corp., VRN, 3.00%, 12/20/23
3,772,000

3,847,996

Bank of America Corp., VRN, 3.42%, 12/20/28
4,800,000

4,966,180

Bank of Montreal, MTN, 3.30%, 2/5/24
9,649,000

10,095,672

Barclays Bank plc, 5.14%, 10/14/20
3,230,000

3,261,520

BNP Paribas SA, VRN, 2.82%, 11/19/25(1)
3,202,000

3,168,821

BPCE SA, 3.00%, 5/22/22(1)
4,760,000

4,717,218

BPCE SA, 5.15%, 7/21/24(1)
2,380,000

2,513,693

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, 2.25%, 1/28/25
5,100,000

5,057,679

Citigroup, Inc., 2.90%, 12/8/21
11,003,000

11,111,625

Citigroup, Inc., 2.75%, 4/25/22
5,758,000

5,792,346

Citigroup, Inc., VRN, 3.52%, 10/27/28
2,240,000

2,247,370

Cooperatieve Rabobank UA, 3.95%, 11/9/22
4,970,000

5,005,721

Discover Bank, 3.35%, 2/6/23
2,200,000

2,212,027

Discover Bank, 3.45%, 7/27/26
5,790,000

5,674,239

Fifth Third BanCorp., 2.375%, 1/28/25
4,930,000

4,811,300

FNB Corp., 2.20%, 2/24/23
3,330,000

3,273,058

HSBC Holdings plc, 4.30%, 3/8/26
2,680,000

2,866,926

HSBC Holdings plc, 3.90%, 5/25/26
349,000

355,842

HSBC Holdings plc, 4.375%, 11/23/26
4,800,000

5,108,435

HSBC Holdings plc, 4.95%, 3/31/30
774,000

854,619

HSBC Holdings plc, VRN, 3.26%, 3/13/23
4,900,000

4,911,734

HSBC Holdings plc, VRN, 2.63%, 11/7/25
3,310,000

3,217,056

Huntington Bancshares, Inc., 2.55%, 2/4/30
6,000,000

5,467,198

JPMorgan Chase & Co., VRN, 4.02%, 12/5/24
5,020,000

5,326,788

JPMorgan Chase & Co., VRN, 3.70%, 5/6/30
1,075,000

1,156,838

Lloyds Banking Group plc, VRN, 2.91%, 11/7/23
1,126,000

1,126,103

Lloyds Banking Group plc, VRN, 2.44%, 2/5/26
2,898,000

2,742,546

PNC Bank N.A., 2.70%, 10/22/29
4,100,000

3,986,488

Regions Financial Corp., 3.80%, 8/14/23
3,100,000

3,144,235


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Principal Amount
Value
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc., 2.35%, 1/15/25
$
5,900,000

$
5,871,282

Truist Bank, 2.25%, 3/11/30
3,345,000

3,071,061

U.S. Bancorp, MTN, 3.60%, 9/11/24
2,820,000

2,900,346

Wells Fargo & Co., 4.125%, 8/15/23
2,170,000

2,241,371

Wells Fargo & Co., 3.00%, 10/23/26
4,550,000

4,672,161

Wells Fargo & Co., MTN, 4.65%, 11/4/44
2,330,000

2,695,931

 
 
148,920,175

Beverages — 0.5%
 
 
Anheuser-Busch Cos. LLC / Anheuser-Busch InBev Worldwide, Inc., 4.90%, 2/1/46
5,320,000

5,832,904

Anheuser-Busch InBev Worldwide, Inc., 4.75%, 1/23/29
4,610,000

5,079,030

 
 
10,911,934

Biotechnology — 1.5%
 
 
AbbVie, Inc., 2.90%, 11/6/22
5,270,000

5,338,137

AbbVie, Inc., 3.20%, 11/21/29(1)
3,680,000

3,777,061

AbbVie, Inc., 4.40%, 11/6/42
810,000

904,097

AbbVie, Inc., 4.25%, 11/21/49(1)
2,810,000

3,070,333

Amgen, Inc., 2.65%, 5/11/22
6,080,000

6,155,326

Amgen, Inc., 4.66%, 6/15/51
2,070,000

2,618,448

Gilead Sciences, Inc., 4.40%, 12/1/21
6,230,000

6,437,558

Gilead Sciences, Inc., 3.65%, 3/1/26
5,710,000

6,236,131

 
 
34,537,091

Building Products — 0.1%
 
 
Carrier Global Corp., 2.72%, 2/15/30(1)
2,352,000

2,177,909

Capital Markets — 2.5%
 
 
Ares Capital Corp., 3.25%, 7/15/25
6,491,000

5,170,598

Credit Suisse Group AG, VRN, 2.59%, 9/11/25(1)
2,020,000

1,922,576

Credit Suisse Group AG, VRN, 4.19%, 4/1/31(1)(2)
2,600,000

2,668,825

Goldman Sachs BDC, Inc., 3.75%, 2/10/25
2,143,000

1,990,629

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 3.50%, 4/1/25
1,455,000

1,478,082

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 3.50%, 11/16/26
8,120,000

8,316,660

KKR Group Finance Co. VII LLC, 3.625%, 2/25/50(1)
6,020,000

4,995,293

Morgan Stanley, 2.75%, 5/19/22
5,110,000

5,168,406

Morgan Stanley, MTN, 3.70%, 10/23/24
3,830,000

4,054,102

Morgan Stanley, MTN, 4.00%, 7/23/25
6,130,000

6,573,176

Morgan Stanley, MTN, VRN, 2.70%, 1/22/31
1,700,000

1,669,967

Morgan Stanley, VRN, 3.97%, 7/22/38
1,880,000

2,073,919

Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp., 3.50%, 2/25/25
2,630,000

2,367,132

State Street Corp., VRN, 2.83%, 3/30/23(1)
645,000

651,327

UBS Group AG, 3.49%, 5/23/23(1)
8,150,000

8,245,110

 
 
57,345,802

Chemicals — 0.2%
 
 
CF Industries, Inc., 4.50%, 12/1/26(1)
2,580,000

2,724,607

CF Industries, Inc., 5.15%, 3/15/34
1,640,000

1,674,112

 
 
4,398,719

Commercial Services and Supplies — 0.6%
 
 
Republic Services, Inc., 3.55%, 6/1/22
2,170,000

2,227,837

Republic Services, Inc., 2.30%, 3/1/30
6,180,000

5,939,905


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Principal Amount
Value
Waste Connections, Inc., 3.50%, 5/1/29
$
2,670,000

$
2,710,374

Waste Connections, Inc., 2.60%, 2/1/30
3,810,000

3,574,587

 
 
14,452,703

Construction Materials — 0.2%
 
 
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc., 2.50%, 3/15/30
4,060,000

3,720,370

Consumer Finance — 1.1%
 
 
AerCap Ireland Capital DAC / AerCap Global Aviation Trust, 5.00%, 10/1/21
6,320,000

5,673,584

Ally Financial, Inc., 4.625%, 3/30/25
4,700,000

4,521,329

Ally Financial, Inc., 5.75%, 11/20/25
654,000

644,648

Capital One Bank USA N.A., 3.375%, 2/15/23
4,900,000

4,800,397

Capital One Bank USA N.A., VRN, 2.28%, 1/28/26
2,778,000

2,520,778

Capital One Financial Corp., 3.80%, 1/31/28
4,210,000

4,170,655

Park Aerospace Holdings Ltd., 5.50%, 2/15/24(1)
3,460,000

2,985,198

 
 
25,316,589

Diversified Consumer Services — 0.1%
 
 
Pepperdine University, 3.30%, 12/1/59
2,800,000

3,244,919

Diversified Financial Services — 0.2%
 
 
Credit Suisse Group Funding Guernsey Ltd., 3.45%, 4/16/21
5,500,000

5,536,477

Diversified Telecommunication Services — 1.4%
 
 
AT&T, Inc., 3.875%, 8/15/21
3,160,000

3,237,722

AT&T, Inc., 4.30%, 2/15/30
3,600,000

3,882,434

AT&T, Inc., 5.15%, 11/15/46
2,676,000

3,161,384

Deutsche Telekom AG, 3.625%, 1/21/50(1)
3,930,000

3,929,058

Ooredoo International Finance Ltd., 3.25%, 2/21/23
1,150,000

1,120,476

Verizon Communications, Inc., 2.95%, 3/15/22
3,581,000

3,655,649

Verizon Communications, Inc., 2.45%, 11/1/22
2,179,000

2,216,842

Verizon Communications, Inc., 4.40%, 11/1/34
6,025,000

7,076,617

Verizon Communications, Inc., 4.75%, 11/1/41
800,000

935,420

Verizon Communications, Inc., 5.01%, 8/21/54
2,250,000

3,089,737

 
 
32,305,339

Electric Utilities — 2.0%
 
 
AEP Transmission Co. LLC, 3.75%, 12/1/47
1,020,000

1,057,649

American Electric Power Co., Inc., 3.20%, 11/13/27
2,050,000

2,036,757

Berkshire Hathaway Energy Co., 3.50%, 2/1/25
1,900,000

1,996,428

Berkshire Hathaway Energy Co., 3.80%, 7/15/48
2,700,000

2,843,232

Commonwealth Edison Co., 3.20%, 11/15/49
850,000

859,397

DTE Electric Co., 2.25%, 3/1/30
2,370,000

2,301,835

Duke Energy Corp., 3.55%, 9/15/21
2,686,000

2,723,953

Duke Energy Florida LLC, 6.35%, 9/15/37
307,000

424,720

Duke Energy Florida LLC, 3.85%, 11/15/42
2,070,000

2,288,342

Duke Energy Progress LLC, 4.15%, 12/1/44
1,100,000

1,246,554

Duke Energy Progress LLC, 3.70%, 10/15/46
2,280,000

2,470,488

Exelon Corp., 5.15%, 12/1/20
1,700,000

1,716,714

Exelon Corp., 4.45%, 4/15/46
1,842,000

1,872,897

FirstEnergy Transmission LLC, 4.55%, 4/1/49(1)
1,570,000

1,575,459

Florida Power & Light Co., 3.15%, 10/1/49
1,450,000

1,511,455

MidAmerican Energy Co., 4.40%, 10/15/44
2,100,000

2,403,645


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Principal Amount
Value
Nevada Power Co., 2.40%, 5/1/30
$
1,690,000

$
1,620,000

NextEra Energy Capital Holdings, Inc., 3.55%, 5/1/27
1,860,000

1,923,916

NextEra Energy Operating Partners LP, 4.50%, 9/15/27(1)
3,340,000

3,279,771

Oncor Electric Delivery Co. LLC, 3.10%, 9/15/49
1,450,000

1,415,270

Potomac Electric Power Co., 3.60%, 3/15/24
1,700,000

1,746,218

Southern Co. Gas Capital Corp., 3.95%, 10/1/46
1,570,000

1,411,272

Southwestern Public Service Co., 3.70%, 8/15/47
1,880,000

2,010,565

Xcel Energy, Inc., 3.35%, 12/1/26
780,000

772,217

Xcel Energy, Inc., 3.40%, 6/1/30(2)
2,320,000

2,356,424

 
 
45,865,178

Electronic Equipment, Instruments and Components — 0.2%
 
 
Amphenol Corp., 2.05%, 3/1/25
3,800,000

3,606,040

Energy Equipment and Services — 0.1%
 
 
Baker Hughes a GE Co. LLC / Baker Hughes Co-Obligor, Inc., 3.14%, 11/7/29
2,115,000

1,838,648

Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 1.8%
 
 
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc., 4.90%, 12/15/30
670,000

730,880

American Tower Corp., 3.375%, 10/15/26
1,330,000

1,333,326

American Tower Corp., 2.90%, 1/15/30
3,547,000

3,473,566

Boston Properties LP, 3.65%, 2/1/26
4,900,000

5,224,934

Crown Castle International Corp., 5.25%, 1/15/23
3,240,000

3,440,686

Crown Castle International Corp., 3.30%, 7/1/30(2)
220,000

220,406

Duke Realty LP, 2.875%, 11/15/29
3,857,000

3,718,467

Duke Realty LP, 3.05%, 3/1/50
1,250,000

1,015,404

Essex Portfolio LP, 3.25%, 5/1/23
1,712,000

1,681,302

Healthcare Realty Trust, Inc., 2.40%, 3/15/30
1,900,000

1,693,502

Kilroy Realty LP, 3.80%, 1/15/23
3,380,000

3,444,358

Kimco Realty Corp., 2.80%, 10/1/26
3,910,000

3,823,510

National Retail Properties, Inc., 2.50%, 4/15/30
1,760,000

1,573,854

Prologis LP, 2.125%, 4/15/27
1,060,000

1,011,680

Prologis LP, 3.00%, 4/15/50
2,512,000

2,189,018

Public Storage, 3.39%, 5/1/29
2,160,000

2,172,449

Service Properties Trust, 4.65%, 3/15/24
1,870,000

1,371,974

Ventas Realty LP, 4.125%, 1/15/26
2,600,000

2,601,454

Ventas Realty LP, 4.75%, 11/15/30(2)
690,000

679,118

 
 
41,399,888

Food and Staples Retailing — 0.1%
 
 
Kroger Co. (The), 3.875%, 10/15/46
2,080,000

2,050,960

Sysco Corp., 5.95%, 4/1/30(2)
680,000

717,359

 
 
2,768,319

Health Care Equipment and Supplies — 0.5%
 
 
Baxter International, Inc., 3.95%, 4/1/30(1)
460,000

498,404

Becton Dickinson and Co., 3.73%, 12/15/24
4,671,000

4,797,764

DH Europe Finance II Sarl, 3.40%, 11/15/49
1,820,000

1,797,921

Medtronic, Inc., 3.50%, 3/15/25
2,043,000

2,204,560

Medtronic, Inc., 4.375%, 3/15/35
2,154,000

2,691,580

 
 
11,990,229


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Principal Amount
Value
Health Care Providers and Services — 1.4%
 
 
Aetna, Inc., 2.75%, 11/15/22
$
1,540,000

$
1,551,194

Anthem, Inc., 3.65%, 12/1/27
2,800,000

2,898,035

Cigna Corp., 2.40%, 3/15/30
2,430,000

2,313,739

CommonSpirit Health, 2.95%, 11/1/22
2,420,000

2,365,747

CVS Health Corp., 3.50%, 7/20/22
5,400,000

5,545,236

CVS Health Corp., 4.30%, 3/25/28
3,810,000

4,054,236

CVS Health Corp., 4.78%, 3/25/38
1,480,000

1,631,330

Duke University Health System, Inc., 3.92%, 6/1/47
2,000,000

2,284,751

Partners Healthcare System, Inc., 3.19%, 7/1/49
1,695,000

1,704,495

UnitedHealth Group, Inc., 2.875%, 3/15/22
4,060,000

4,174,547

UnitedHealth Group, Inc., 3.75%, 7/15/25
2,000,000

2,173,711

Universal Health Services, Inc., 4.75%, 8/1/22(1)
2,700,000

2,705,019

 
 
33,402,040

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 0.1%
 
 
McDonald's Corp., MTN, 4.70%, 12/9/35
1,270,000

1,439,868

Household Durables — 0.5%
 
 
D.R. Horton, Inc., 2.55%, 12/1/20
2,420,000

2,386,708

D.R. Horton, Inc., 2.50%, 10/15/24
2,640,000

2,471,177

Lennar Corp., 4.75%, 4/1/21
3,290,000

3,275,063

Toll Brothers Finance Corp., 4.35%, 2/15/28
3,620,000

3,325,124

 
 
11,458,072

Household Products  
 
 
Kimberly-Clark Corp., 3.10%, 3/26/30
461,000

495,662

Industrial Conglomerates — 0.2%
 
 
Carlisle Cos., Inc., 2.75%, 3/1/30
5,925,000

5,210,787

Insurance — 1.4%
 
 
Aflac, Inc., 3.60%, 4/1/30(2)
1,137,000

1,153,349

American International Group, Inc., 4.125%, 2/15/24
7,680,000

8,073,948

American International Group, Inc., 4.50%, 7/16/44
3,147,000

3,230,870

Athene Holding Ltd., 6.15%, 4/3/30(2)
1,100,000

1,100,242

Berkshire Hathaway Finance Corp., 4.20%, 8/15/48
1,620,000

1,912,957

Chubb INA Holdings, Inc., 3.15%, 3/15/25
1,700,000

1,775,857

Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The), 3.60%, 8/19/49
3,320,000

3,156,565

Liberty Mutual Group, Inc., 4.50%, 6/15/49(1)
1,100,000

1,083,782

Markel Corp., 4.90%, 7/1/22
3,120,000

3,137,686

Metropolitan Life Global Funding I, 3.00%, 1/10/23(1)
2,220,000

2,253,252

Prudential Financial, Inc., MTN, 1.50%, 3/10/26
4,760,000

4,486,459

WR Berkley Corp., 4.625%, 3/15/22
1,875,000

1,611,742

 
 
32,976,709

IT Services — 0.4%
 
 
Fiserv, Inc., 3.50%, 7/1/29
1,500,000

1,596,488

Global Payments, Inc., 3.20%, 8/15/29
3,040,000

2,987,780

Mastercard, Inc., 3.65%, 6/1/49
1,530,000

1,791,707

Visa, Inc., 1.90%, 4/15/27(2)
1,140,000

1,140,070

Western Union Co. (The), 2.85%, 1/10/25
1,059,000

1,056,144

 
 
8,572,189


14


 
Principal Amount
Value
Machinery  
 
 
Otis Worldwide Corp., VRN, 2.09%, 4/5/23(1)
$
1,110,000

$
1,056,915

Media — 0.9%
 
 
Charter Communications Operating LLC / Charter Communications Operating Capital, 4.91%, 7/23/25
4,190,000

4,521,922

Charter Communications Operating LLC / Charter Communications Operating Capital, 4.80%, 3/1/50
1,415,000

1,481,413

Comcast Corp., 6.40%, 5/15/38
2,270,000

3,321,051

Comcast Corp., 4.75%, 3/1/44
3,486,000

4,426,282

Comcast Corp., 3.97%, 11/1/47
1,507,000

1,749,301

Fox Corp., 3.05%, 4/7/25(2)
610,000

616,549

ViacomCBS, Inc., 3.125%, 6/15/22
1,690,000

1,669,354

ViacomCBS, Inc., 4.25%, 9/1/23
2,100,000

2,144,822

 
 
19,930,694

Metals and Mining — 0.3%
 
 
Minera Mexico SA de CV, 4.50%, 1/26/50(1)
5,900,000

5,016,800

Steel Dynamics, Inc., 3.45%, 4/15/30
1,870,000

1,704,771

 
 
6,721,571

Multi-Utilities — 0.7%
 
 
Ameren Corp., 3.50%, 1/15/31(2)
695,000

699,810

CenterPoint Energy, Inc., 4.25%, 11/1/28
2,500,000

2,569,592

Consolidated Edison Co. of New York, Inc., 3.95%, 3/1/43
1,530,000

1,436,234

Dominion Energy, Inc., 4.90%, 8/1/41
2,920,000

3,058,394

NiSource, Inc., 5.65%, 2/1/45
2,080,000

2,399,272

Sempra Energy, 2.875%, 10/1/22
1,820,000

1,828,260

Sempra Energy, 3.25%, 6/15/27
1,700,000

1,656,004

Sempra Energy, 4.00%, 2/1/48
1,500,000

1,444,962

 
 
15,092,528

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 2.4%
 
 
Aker BP ASA, 3.75%, 1/15/30(1)
3,600,000

2,710,157

CNOOC Finance Ltd., 4.25%, 1/26/21
4,975,000

5,061,615

CNOOC Nexen Finance 2014 ULC, 4.25%, 4/30/24
2,000,000

2,140,028

Concho Resources, Inc., 4.375%, 1/15/25
1,210,000

1,034,197

Continental Resources, Inc., 4.375%, 1/15/28
2,660,000

1,240,969

Diamondback Energy, Inc., 3.50%, 12/1/29
4,690,000

3,326,486

Ecopetrol SA, 5.875%, 5/28/45
1,220,000

1,093,504

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 4.25%, 3/15/23
4,740,000

4,253,797

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 3.75%, 5/15/30
2,050,000

1,615,305

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 4.90%, 3/15/35
3,470,000

2,739,514

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 6.50%, 2/1/42
880,000

796,404

Enterprise Products Operating LLC, 4.85%, 3/15/44
5,480,000

5,734,794

Equinor ASA, 3.25%, 11/18/49
1,170,000

1,157,588

Hess Corp., 6.00%, 1/15/40
1,590,000

1,149,927

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners LP, 6.50%, 9/1/39
4,250,000

4,178,934

MPLX LP, 5.25%, 1/15/25(1)
2,950,000

2,601,386

MPLX LP, 4.875%, 6/1/25
3,800,000

3,134,808

MPLX LP, 4.50%, 4/15/38
1,130,000

886,688

MPLX LP, 5.20%, 3/1/47
1,480,000

1,186,259


15


 
Principal Amount
Value
Ovintiv, Inc., 6.50%, 2/1/38
$
690,000

$
300,504

Petroleos Mexicanos, 4.875%, 1/24/22
2,160,000

1,869,666

Petroleos Mexicanos, 6.50%, 3/13/27
800,000

598,914

Petroleos Mexicanos, 5.50%, 6/27/44
700,000

438,694

Sabine Pass Liquefaction LLC, 5.625%, 3/1/25
6,700,000

6,161,165

 
 
55,411,303

Pharmaceuticals — 0.6%
 
 
Allergan Finance LLC, 3.25%, 10/1/22
6,880,000

6,905,702

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co., 3.25%, 8/15/22(1)
5,180,000

5,383,941

Elanco Animal Health, Inc., 5.65%, 8/28/28
2,528,000

2,673,039

 
 
14,962,682

Road and Rail — 0.9%
 
 
Ashtead Capital, Inc., 4.125%, 8/15/25(1)
3,750,000

3,450,000

Burlington Northern Santa Fe LLC, 4.95%, 9/15/41
3,850,000

4,850,732

Burlington Northern Santa Fe LLC, 4.15%, 4/1/45
1,070,000

1,257,959

CSX Corp., 3.25%, 6/1/27
3,490,000

3,592,491

CSX Corp., 3.80%, 4/15/50
1,163,000

1,227,124

Union Pacific Corp., 2.40%, 2/5/30
1,690,000

1,655,443

Union Pacific Corp., 3.60%, 9/15/37
1,730,000

1,797,687

Union Pacific Corp., 3.84%, 3/20/60(1)
2,480,000

2,696,283

Union Pacific Corp., MTN, 3.55%, 8/15/39
1,210,000

1,224,089

 
 
21,751,808

Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment — 0.2%
 
 
NXP BV / NXP Funding LLC, 3.875%, 9/1/22(1)
3,950,000

3,969,095

Software — 0.6%
 
 
Adobe, Inc., 2.30%, 2/1/30
3,800,000

3,813,667

Oracle Corp., 2.50%, 10/15/22
2,500,000

2,560,165

Oracle Corp., 3.625%, 7/15/23
3,070,000

3,261,357

Oracle Corp., 2.50%, 4/1/25(2)
2,400,000

2,452,916

Oracle Corp., 2.95%, 4/1/30(2)
1,600,000

1,612,997

 
 
13,701,102

Specialty Retail — 0.3%
 
 
Home Depot, Inc. (The), 3.00%, 4/1/26
2,560,000

2,707,100

Home Depot, Inc. (The), 3.90%, 6/15/47
2,750,000

3,106,028

Home Depot, Inc. (The), 3.35%, 4/15/50
1,629,000

1,776,410

 
 
7,589,538

Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 0.5%
 
 
Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 5.45%, 6/15/23(1)
4,200,000

4,315,272

Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 6.02%, 6/15/26(1)
6,950,000

7,409,906

 
 
11,725,178

Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods — 0.1%
 
 
NIKE, Inc., 3.375%, 3/27/50
1,168,000

1,283,709

Trading Companies and Distributors — 0.3%
 
 
Air Lease Corp., MTN, 3.00%, 2/1/30
6,621,000

4,815,977

International Lease Finance Corp., 5.875%, 8/15/22
1,670,000

1,494,679

 
 
6,310,656


16


 
Principal Amount
Value
Wireless Telecommunication Services — 0.3%
 
 
Vodafone Group plc, 2.95%, 2/19/23
$
5,689,000

$
5,815,608

TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS
(Cost $760,689,605)
 
751,371,249

U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES — 21.4%
 
 
U.S. Treasury Bonds, 5.00%, 5/15/37
2,000,000

3,286,016

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 4.50%, 5/15/38
9,000,000

14,259,375

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.50%, 2/15/39
1,780,000

2,534,692

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.125%, 11/15/41
10,000,000

13,659,375

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.125%, 2/15/42
20,000,000

27,343,750

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.00%, 5/15/42
12,800,000

17,188,000

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 2.75%, 11/15/42
8,500,000

10,983,262

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 2.50%, 2/15/45
17,000,000

21,236,055

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.375%, 11/15/48(3)
38,000,000

56,430,000

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 2.25%, 8/15/49
13,400,000

16,307,172

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 2.375%, 11/15/49
7,000,000

8,742,617

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.25%, 7/15/29
15,631,905

16,250,670

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.50%, 5/31/20(3)
10,000,000

10,023,269

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.125%, 8/31/21(3)
1,000,000

1,013,184

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.50%, 9/15/22
20,000,000

20,610,547

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.875%, 9/30/22
40,000,000

41,626,562

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.625%, 11/15/22
15,000,000

15,532,910

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.625%, 12/15/22
15,000,000

15,553,418

U.S. Treasury Notes, 0.50%, 3/15/23
48,000,000

48,305,625

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.50%, 3/31/23
10,000,000

10,364,453

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.50%, 11/30/24
21,000,000

22,119,726

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.125%, 2/28/25
9,000,000

9,337,500

U.S. Treasury Notes, 0.50%, 3/31/25
5,000,000

5,032,129

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.125%, 2/28/27
26,000,000

27,032,891

U.S. Treasury Notes, 0.625%, 3/31/27
60,500,000

60,843,857

TOTAL U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES
(Cost $440,808,797)
 
495,617,055

U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 14.7%
 
Adjustable-Rate U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities — 1.2%
 
FHLMC, VRN, 4.32%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.25%), 4/1/37
326,874

330,785

FHLMC, VRN, 4.29%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.84%), 6/1/38
852,806

866,214

FHLMC, VRN, 4.51%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.88%), 7/1/40
338,362

346,999

FHLMC, VRN, 3.90%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.78%), 9/1/40
787,145

803,564

FHLMC, VRN, 4.77%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.88%), 5/1/41
283,295

289,794

FHLMC, VRN, 4.00%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.87%), 7/1/41
1,042,666

1,070,932

FHLMC, VRN, 4.51%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.63%), 5/1/43
288,475

292,006

FHLMC, VRN, 4.43%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.65%), 6/1/43
234,918

236,415

FHLMC, VRN, 4.50%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.62%), 6/1/43
8,946

9,026

FHLMC, VRN, 3.20%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.62%), 6/1/44
1,484,911

1,535,889

FHLMC, VRN, 2.35%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.63%), 8/1/46
2,503,173

2,516,682

FNMA, VRN, 3.77%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.71%), 12/1/37
249,916

255,107

FNMA, VRN, 3.69%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.69%), 1/1/40
242,972

247,861

FNMA, VRN, 3.64%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.79%), 8/1/40
1,092,406

1,114,501


17


 
Principal Amount
Value
FNMA, VRN, 3.81%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.77%), 10/1/40
$
1,526,323

$
1,558,058

FNMA, VRN, 4.27%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 8/1/41
692,171

706,769

FNMA, VRN, 3.70%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.56%), 3/1/43
282,042

286,456

FNMA, VRN, 3.78%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.57%), 1/1/45
1,547,369

1,570,704

FNMA, VRN, 2.625%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 4/1/46
6,765,470

6,909,148

FNMA, VRN, 3.24%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.62%), 5/1/47
6,068,608

6,283,869

 
 
27,230,779

Fixed-Rate U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities — 13.5%
 
FHLMC, 5.00%, 1/1/21
62,350

65,696

FHLMC, 5.00%, 4/1/21
12,216

12,872

FHLMC, 7.00%, 9/1/27
1,161

1,318

FHLMC, 6.50%, 1/1/28
1,961

2,188

FHLMC, 7.00%, 2/1/28
309

350

FHLMC, 6.50%, 3/1/29
11,836

13,437

FHLMC, 6.50%, 6/1/29
13,799

15,458

FHLMC, 7.00%, 8/1/29
1,208

1,345

FHLMC, 5.00%, 4/1/31
1,823,053

1,988,254

FHLMC, 5.00%, 5/1/31
2,448,871

2,671,095

FHLMC, 6.50%, 5/1/31
11,991

13,311

FHLMC, 6.50%, 6/1/31
1,344

1,491

FHLMC, 5.50%, 12/1/33
149,872

168,614

FHLMC, 6.00%, 9/1/35
2,372,997

2,738,911

FHLMC, 5.50%, 12/1/37
171,409

194,286

FHLMC, 5.50%, 1/1/38
278,167

314,608

FHLMC, 6.00%, 2/1/38
1,277,838

1,472,239

FHLMC, 5.50%, 4/1/38
398,913

453,106

FHLMC, 6.00%, 8/1/38
90,351

103,502

FNMA, 6.50%, 1/1/26
8,907

9,883

FNMA, 7.00%, 12/1/27
2,480

2,762

FNMA, 7.50%, 4/1/28
15,176

17,046

FNMA, 7.00%, 5/1/28
14,133

14,689

FNMA, 7.00%, 6/1/28
246

253

FNMA, 6.50%, 1/1/29
2,021

2,327

FNMA, 6.50%, 4/1/29
6,328

7,158

FNMA, 7.00%, 7/1/29
1,234

1,238

FNMA, 7.50%, 7/1/29
10,294

10,707

FNMA, 7.50%, 9/1/30
4,542

5,386

FNMA, 5.00%, 6/1/31
1,895,403

2,067,358

FNMA, 5.00%, 7/1/31
2,998,097

3,270,105

FNMA, 7.00%, 9/1/31
21,582

23,104

FNMA, 6.50%, 1/1/32
7,536

8,646

FNMA, 6.50%, 8/1/32
30,966

35,574

FNMA, 5.50%, 2/1/33
1,497,163

1,682,694

FNMA, 5.00%, 6/1/33
1,605,271

1,783,001

FNMA, 5.50%, 6/1/33
96,176

108,249

FNMA, 5.50%, 7/1/33
525,574

592,391

FNMA, 5.00%, 8/1/33
239,217

265,676


18


 
Principal Amount
Value
FNMA, 5.50%, 8/1/33
$
213,111

$
241,131

FNMA, 5.50%, 9/1/33
320,280

362,574

FNMA, 5.00%, 11/1/33
1,025,938

1,139,631

FNMA, 6.00%, 12/1/33
678,097

769,015

FNMA, 5.50%, 1/1/34
257,962

291,843

FNMA, 5.50%, 2/1/34
916,341

1,036,032

FNMA, 3.50%, 3/1/34
5,232,506

5,515,475

FNMA, 5.00%, 3/1/34
604,045

670,912

FNMA, 4.50%, 1/1/35
5,097,750

5,592,785

FNMA, 5.00%, 4/1/35
1,418,021

1,577,796

FNMA, 5.00%, 6/1/35
1,068,480

1,186,674

FNMA, 5.00%, 7/1/35
2,062,087

2,290,216

FNMA, 5.00%, 8/1/35
64,215

71,535

FNMA, 4.50%, 9/1/35
246,162

269,669

FNMA, 5.00%, 10/1/35
456,451

508,523

FNMA, 5.50%, 12/1/35
3,018,900

3,420,824

FNMA, 5.00%, 2/1/36
360,840

402,688

FNMA, 5.50%, 4/1/36
376,706

427,985

FNMA, 5.50%, 5/1/36
759,211

862,668

FNMA, 5.50%, 7/1/36
183,592

205,582

FNMA, 5.50%, 2/1/37
99,498

113,008

FNMA, 5.50%, 5/1/37
152,986

173,279

FNMA, 6.00%, 8/1/37
274,042

311,478

FNMA, 6.50%, 8/1/37
50,596

58,467

FNMA, 6.00%, 9/1/37
1,123,612

1,286,134

FNMA, 6.00%, 11/1/37
1,478,764

1,703,761

FNMA, 5.50%, 12/1/37
800,737

907,256

FNMA, 5.50%, 2/1/38
173,985

194,193

FNMA, 5.50%, 6/1/38
384,237

435,998

FNMA, 5.50%, 12/1/38
742,727

831,296

FNMA, 5.00%, 1/1/39
545,901

602,981

FNMA, 5.50%, 1/1/39
3,744,172

4,253,423

FNMA, 4.50%, 2/1/39
1,018,309

1,115,251

FNMA, 5.00%, 2/1/39
2,145,235

2,390,388

FNMA, 4.50%, 4/1/39
1,877,848

2,070,431

FNMA, 4.50%, 5/1/39
4,773,224

5,257,663

FNMA, 6.50%, 5/1/39
976,640

1,162,014

FNMA, 5.00%, 8/1/39
2,193,524

2,437,453

FNMA, 4.50%, 10/1/39
8,295,604

9,172,729

FNMA, 4.00%, 10/1/40
8,534,594

9,355,111

FNMA, 4.50%, 11/1/40
7,905,336

8,679,061

FNMA, 4.00%, 8/1/41
8,225,670

8,980,027

FNMA, 4.50%, 9/1/41
4,708,759

5,168,087

FNMA, 3.50%, 10/1/41
9,896,886

10,644,344

FNMA, 5.00%, 1/1/42
3,535,973

3,927,663

FNMA, 3.50%, 2/1/42
6,475,977

6,963,242

FNMA, 3.50%, 6/1/42
19,908,159

21,417,857


19


 
Principal Amount
Value
FNMA, 3.50%, 8/1/42
$
1,882,614

$
2,025,340

FNMA, 3.50%, 8/1/42
7,970,558

8,574,338

FNMA, 4.00%, 11/1/45
12,570,376

13,550,197

FNMA, 4.00%, 11/1/45
3,801,570

4,117,933

FNMA, 4.00%, 2/1/46
11,171,688

12,084,075

FNMA, 4.00%, 4/1/46
14,110,601

15,196,560

FNMA, 6.50%, 8/1/47
18,140

19,478

FNMA, 6.50%, 9/1/47
36,732

39,344

FNMA, 6.50%, 9/1/47
1,765

1,892

FNMA, 6.50%, 9/1/47
19,312

20,672

FNMA, 4.00%, 6/1/48
24,152,195

25,812,218

FNMA, 4.50%, 2/1/49
9,911,197

10,678,595

FNMA, 4.00%, 6/1/49
6,409,208

6,844,272

GNMA, 7.00%, 11/15/22
3,232

3,349

GNMA, 7.00%, 4/20/26
1,325

1,505

GNMA, 7.50%, 8/15/26
2,922

3,330

GNMA, 8.00%, 8/15/26
1,283

1,420

GNMA, 7.50%, 5/15/27
1,614

1,645

GNMA, 8.00%, 6/15/27
3,113

3,116

GNMA, 7.00%, 2/15/28
1,427

1,432

GNMA, 7.50%, 2/15/28
963

966

GNMA, 6.50%, 3/15/28
4,081

4,479

GNMA, 7.00%, 4/15/28
1,056

1,060

GNMA, 6.50%, 5/15/28
109

120

GNMA, 6.50%, 5/15/28
18,424

20,251

GNMA, 7.00%, 12/15/28
1,920

1,927

GNMA, 7.00%, 5/15/31
15,654

18,734

GNMA, 4.50%, 8/15/33
858,792

945,301

GNMA, 6.00%, 9/20/38
520,521

594,776

GNMA, 5.50%, 11/15/38
1,312,401

1,502,280

GNMA, 5.50%, 11/15/38
307,880

337,131

GNMA, 6.00%, 1/20/39
157,483

179,867

GNMA, 5.00%, 3/20/39
1,106,205

1,226,849

GNMA, 4.50%, 4/15/39
1,283,457

1,423,050

GNMA, 4.50%, 1/15/40
735,892

816,292

GNMA, 4.00%, 7/15/40
1,620,548

1,757,181

GNMA, 4.00%, 11/20/40
13,702,959

14,964,684

GNMA, 4.50%, 12/15/40
3,202,449

3,587,608

GNMA, 4.50%, 7/20/41
5,179,821

5,717,294

GNMA, 3.50%, 6/20/42
5,019,104

5,375,501

GNMA, 2.50%, 7/20/46
16,931,016

17,808,215

 
 
311,860,758

TOTAL U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $325,859,904)
339,091,537

ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES — 6.4%
 
 
Argent Securities, Inc., Series 2004-W8, Class M1, VRN, 1.77%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.83%), 5/25/34
9,491,513

8,715,731

BRE Grand Islander Timeshare Issuer LLC, Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.94%, 5/25/29(1)
4,616,616

4,529,192


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Principal Amount
Value
Goodgreen, Series 2018-1A, Class A, VRN, 3.93%, 10/15/53(1)
$
10,595,100

$
10,881,570

Hertz Fleet Lease Funding LP, Series 2017-1, Class A1, VRN, 1.51%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.65%), 4/10/31(1)
3,503,574

3,494,279

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2014-AA, Class A SEQ, 1.77%, 11/25/26(1)
1,522,092

1,510,651

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2017-SFR2, Class A, VRN, 1.65%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.85%), 12/17/36(1)
12,056,437

11,212,332

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class A, VRN, 1.50%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.70%), 3/17/37(1)
9,200,168

8,576,481

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR2, Class B, VRN, 1.78%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.08%), 6/17/37(1)
20,000,000

18,703,130

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class A, VRN, 1.80%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.00%), 7/17/37(1)
14,028,528

13,290,769

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2013-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.15%, 4/22/30(1)
1,230,773

1,230,039

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2014-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.25%, 9/22/31(1)
2,357,500

2,332,958

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2015-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.52%, 12/20/32(1)
1,677,318

1,655,610

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2016-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.25%, 12/20/33(1)
2,944,653

2,880,265

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.42%, 12/20/34(1)
7,916,093

7,743,310

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2018-1A, Class A SEQ, 3.45%, 1/21/36(1)
6,313,811

6,097,368

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class A SEQ, 3.88%, 10/17/35(1)
9,993,717

10,079,055

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR3, Class A SEQ, 2.27%, 9/17/36(1)
4,900,000

4,760,096

Sierra Timeshare Conduit Receivables Funding LLC,
Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.91%, 3/20/34(1)
3,583,051

3,539,452

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2016-1A, Class A SEQ, 3.08%, 3/21/33(1)
2,397,558

2,386,770

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2019-2A, Class A SEQ, 2.59%, 5/20/36(1)
6,107,343

6,032,285

Towd Point Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-4, Class A1, VRN, 3.00%, 6/25/58(1)
3,239,543

3,204,358

US Airways Pass-Through Trust, Series 2013-1, Class A, 3.95%, 5/15/27
2,139,088

2,140,619

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2016-A, Class A SEQ, 2.54%, 7/20/33(1)
5,590,975

5,498,128

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2018-A, Class B, 3.72%, 2/20/36(1)
7,719,782

7,637,578

TOTAL ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $152,204,870)
 
148,132,026

COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS — 4.1%
 
 
Private Sponsor Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 3.3%
 
 
Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-4, Class 4A1, VRN, 4.04%, 3/25/35
1,695,602

1,558,774

Agate Bay Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2016-3, Class A3, VRN, 3.50%, 8/25/46(1)
2,809,677

2,788,588

Banc of America Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-E, Class 2A6 SEQ, VRN, 4.77%, 6/25/34
911,629

819,499

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-12, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.74%, 2/25/35
1,344,282

1,223,024

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-8, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.95%, 11/25/34
1,466,121

1,307,979


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Principal Amount
Value
Citicorp Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2007-8, Class 1A3, 6.00%, 9/25/37
$
597,799

$
621,999

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2004-UST1, Class A4, VRN, 3.74%, 8/25/34
1,254,234

1,112,001

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2004-UST1, Class A5, VRN, 3.79%, 8/25/34
3,709,649

3,338,003

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2005-4, Class A, VRN, 4.59%, 8/25/35
442,643

412,436

Countrywide Home Loan Mortgage Pass-Through Trust,
Series 2004-4, Class A19, 5.25%, 5/25/34
979,620

1,004,314

Countrywide Home Loan Mortgage Pass-Through Trust,
Series 2004-5, Class 2A4, 5.50%, 5/25/34
428,204

420,543

Countrywide Home Loan Mortgage Pass-Through Trust,
Series 2005-17, Class 1A11, 5.50%, 9/25/35
41,446

38,195

Credit Suisse First Boston Mortgage-Backed Trust,
Series 2004-AR6, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.03%, 10/25/34
182,051

175,831

Credit Suisse Mortgage Trust, Series 2019-AFC1, Class A1, VRN, 2.57%, 7/25/49(1)
3,612,165

3,489,095

Credit Suisse Mortgage Trust, Series 2020-AFC1, Class A1, VRN, 2.24%, 2/25/50(1)
1,355,410

1,211,995

First Horizon Alternative Mortgage Securities Trust,
Series 2004-AA4, Class A1, VRN, 3.80%, 10/25/34
2,719,513

2,499,585

First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2005-AR3, Class 4A1, VRN, 5.01%, 8/25/35
911,249

880,465

Galton Funding Mortgage Trust, Series 2020-H1, Class A1, VRN, 2.31%, 1/25/60(1)
4,371,773

4,260,340

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-7, Class 3A1, VRN, 4.04%, 6/25/34
798,089

727,418

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-AR5, Class 3A3, VRN, 4.31%, 5/25/34
1,367,922

1,218,128

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR1, Class 3A1, VRN, 4.00%, 1/25/35
1,526,678

1,372,083

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR6, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.10%, 9/25/35
3,272,433

3,097,995

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR6, Class 3A1, VRN, 4.05%, 9/25/35
2,655,199

2,440,848

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR6, Class 4A5, VRN, 4.51%, 9/25/35
1,096,431

1,033,640

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2005-A4, Class 1A1, VRN, 4.07%, 7/25/35
523,346

509,647

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2005-A4, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.12%, 7/25/35
984,342

906,398

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2005-A6, Class 7A1, VRN, 4.19%, 8/25/35
1,221,420

1,123,010

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2006-A3, Class 7A1, VRN, 4.02%, 4/25/35
775,197

739,061

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2013-1, Class 2A2 SEQ, VRN, 2.50%, 3/25/43(1)
984,269

988,672

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-6, Class 1A4 SEQ, VRN, 3.50%, 12/25/48(1)
2,326,302

2,313,060

MASTR Adjustable Rate Mortgages Trust, Series 2004-13,
Class 3A7, VRN, 4.68%, 11/21/34
636,030

606,808

Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Series 2005-3, Class 2A, VRN, 3.80%, 11/25/35
1,425,032

1,248,897

Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Series 2005-A2, Class A1, VRN, 3.73%, 2/25/35
1,496,795

1,322,894

Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Series 2005-A2, Class A2, VRN, 3.73%, 2/25/35
748,397

660,229


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Principal Amount
Value
New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2017-1A, Class A1, VRN, 4.00%, 2/25/57(1)
$
1,460,041

$
1,521,587

New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2017-2A, Class A3, VRN, 4.00%, 3/25/57(1)
3,379,550

3,533,217

New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2017-5A, Class A1, VRN, 2.45%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.50%), 6/25/57(1)
3,043,269

2,915,760

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-CH1, Class A1, VRN, 4.00%, 8/25/47(1)
2,828,800

2,876,795

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-CH2, Class A10 SEQ, VRN, 4.00%, 12/25/47(1)
2,702,563

2,717,050

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-CH2, Class A12 SEQ, VRN, 4.00%, 6/25/48(1)
2,040,357

2,055,282

Sofi Mortgage Trust, Series 2016-1A, Class 1A4 SEQ, VRN, 3.00%, 11/25/46(1)
3,876,660

3,808,690

Structured Adjustable Rate Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-8, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.78%, 7/25/34
1,876,548

1,744,868

Thornburg Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2004-3, Class A, VRN, 1.69%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.74%), 9/25/34
3,590,447

3,074,137

WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2003-S11, Class 3A5, 5.95%, 11/25/33
311,050

301,192

WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-AR3, Class A1, VRN, 3.62%, 3/25/35
1,828,367

1,680,401

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2005-AR7, Class 1A1, VRN, 4.97%, 5/25/35
787,676

788,182

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR15, Class A1, VRN, 4.61%, 10/25/36
302,231

265,261

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2007-AR10, Class 1A1, VRN, 4.26%, 1/25/38
1,073,714

911,459

 
 
75,665,335

U.S. Government Agency Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.8%
 
FHLMC, Series 2013-DN2, Class M2, VRN, 5.20%, (1-month LIBOR plus 4.25%), 11/25/23
2,918,781

2,833,236

FHLMC, Series 2019-DNA3, Class M2, VRN, 3.00%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.05%), 7/25/49(1)
4,604,757

3,800,898

FHLMC, Series 3397, Class GF, VRN, 1.20%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.50%), 12/15/37
725,423

725,765

FNMA, Series 2014-C02, Class 1M2, VRN, 3.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.60%), 5/25/24
6,087,615

5,526,441

FNMA, Series 2014-C02, Class 2M2, VRN, 3.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.60%), 5/25/24
2,258,484

2,075,698

FNMA, Series 2016-C06, Class 1M2, VRN, 5.20%, (1-month LIBOR plus 4.25%), 4/25/29
1,352,000

1,315,922

GNMA, Series 2007-5, Class FA, VRN, 0.91%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.14%), 2/20/37
1,621,424

1,603,196

 
 
17,881,156

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $98,355,457)
 
93,546,491

COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS — 3.8%
 
 
Anchorage Credit Opportunities CLO 1 Ltd., Series 2019-1A,
Class A1, VRN, 3.69%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.95%), 1/20/32(1)
5,500,000

5,363,907

Ares XLI CLO Ltd., Series 2016-41A, Class AR, VRN, 3.03%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.20%), 1/15/29(1)
2,400,000

2,308,347

Bean Creek CLO Ltd., Series 2015-1A, Class AR, VRN, 2.84%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.02%), 4/20/31(1)
6,000,000

5,651,923

CBAM Ltd., Series 2019-9A, Class A, VRN, 3.11%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.28%), 2/12/30(1)
6,000,000

5,783,688

CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2013-3RA, Class A1, VRN, 2.78%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.98%), 4/24/31(1)
3,465,000

3,265,585


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Principal Amount
Value
CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2015-1A, Class ARR, VRN, 2.91%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.11%), 1/22/31(1)
$
3,350,000

$
3,164,191

Dryden 64 CLO Ltd., Series 2018-64A, Class A, VRN, 2.79%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.97%), 4/18/31(1)
4,400,000

4,138,248

Elmwood CLO IV Ltd., Series 2020-1A, Class A, VRN, 2.61%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.24%), 4/15/33(1)
7,900,000

7,505,000

Goldentree Loan Opportunities X Ltd., Series 2015-10A, Class AR, VRN, 2.94%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.12%), 7/20/31(1)
3,500,000

3,320,865

KKR CLO Ltd., Series 2022A, Class A, VRN, 2.97%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 7/20/31(1)
4,175,000

3,946,800

Madison Park Funding XXII Ltd., Series 2016-22A, Class A1R, VRN, 2.92%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.26%), 1/15/33(1)
7,500,000

7,115,112

Magnetite VIII Ltd., Series 2014-8A, Class AR2, VRN, 2.81%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.98%), 4/15/31(1)
6,000,000

5,711,642

Octagon Investment Partners 45 Ltd., Series 2019-1A, Class A, VRN, 3.16%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.33%), 10/15/32(1)
13,000,000

12,085,489

Sounds Point CLO IV-R Ltd., Series 2013-3RA, Class A, VRN, 2.97%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 4/18/31(1)
7,500,000

6,989,018

Treman Park CLO Ltd., Series 2015-1A, Class ARR, VRN, 2.89%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.07%), 10/20/28(1)
4,250,000

4,125,598

Voya CLO Ltd., Series 2013-2A, Class A1R, VRN, 2.76%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.97%), 4/25/31(1)
3,350,000

3,146,664

Voya CLO Ltd., Series 2013-3A, Class A1RR, VRN, 2.97%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 10/18/31(1)
4,400,000

4,162,510

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $92,348,594)
 
87,784,587

COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 3.7%
 
 
Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates,
Series 2014-CR15, Class AM, VRN, 4.43%, 2/10/47
10,691,000

11,223,673

Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates,
Series 2014-LC17, Class AM, VRN, 4.19%, 10/10/47
10,000,000

10,477,762

Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates,
Series 2014-UBS5, Class AM, VRN, 4.19%, 9/10/47
14,000,000

14,671,755

Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates,
Series 2015-CR22, Class AM, VRN, 3.60%, 3/10/48
15,000,000

15,381,100

Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates,
Series 2016-CR28, Class B, VRN, 4.65%, 2/10/49
5,000,000

5,144,293

GS Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2015-GC28, Class AS, 3.76%, 2/10/48
9,000,000

9,287,137

JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2014-C21, Class B, VRN, 4.34%, 8/15/47
10,000,000

10,051,152

JPMorgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust,
Series 2016-JP3, Class AS, 3.14%, 8/15/49
10,000,000

10,081,992

TOTAL COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $85,747,606)
 
86,318,864

MUNICIPAL SECURITIES — 2.2%
 
 
Bay Area Toll Authority Rev., 6.92%, 4/1/40
2,189,000

3,233,853

California State University Rev., 2.98%, 11/1/51
2,000,000

1,999,780

Foothill-Eastern Transportation Corridor Agency Rev., 4.09%, 1/15/49
2,285,000

2,317,676

Grand Parkway Transportation Corp. Rev., 3.24%, 10/1/52
955,000

931,039

Houston GO, 3.96%, 3/1/47
1,615,000

1,818,070

Los Angeles Community College District GO, 6.75%, 8/1/49
1,000,000

1,631,220

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Rev., 6.69%, 11/15/40
1,235,000

1,607,180

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Rev., 6.81%, 11/15/40
1,070,000

1,401,700

New Jersey Turnpike Authority Rev., 7.41%, 1/1/40
1,180,000

1,731,508


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Principal Amount
Value
Ohio Turnpike & Infrastructure Commission Rev., 3.22%, 2/15/48
$
2,540,000

$
2,557,577

Ohio Water Development Authority Water Pollution Control Loan Fund Rev., 4.88%, 12/1/34
2,330,000

2,607,829

Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Rev., 5.56%, 12/1/49
1,385,000

1,889,306

Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Rev., 4.93%, 10/1/51
1,750,000

2,178,645

Regents of the University of California Medical Center Pooled Rev., 3.26%, 5/15/60
2,345,000

2,205,027

Rutgers The State University of New Jersey Rev., 5.67%, 5/1/40
2,715,000

3,596,126

Sacramento Municipal Utility District Rev., 6.16%, 5/15/36
1,000,000

1,364,730

San Antonio Electric & Gas Systems Rev., 5.99%, 2/1/39
1,000,000

1,403,340

San Diego County Regional Airport Authority Rev., 5.59%, 7/1/43
1,000,000

1,105,160

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Water Rev., 6.00%, 11/1/40
1,000,000

1,232,440

San Jose Redevelopment Agency Successor Agency Tax Allocation, 3.375%, 8/1/34
1,145,000

1,156,668

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority Rev., 5.88%, 4/1/32
2,990,000

3,721,862

State of California GO, 4.60%, 4/1/38
1,000,000

1,102,560

State of California GO, 7.55%, 4/1/39
2,000,000

3,253,240

State of California GO, 7.30%, 10/1/39
1,000,000

1,539,980

State of Kansas Department of Transportation Rev., 4.60%, 9/1/35
1,665,000

2,029,469

University of California Rev., 5.95%, 5/15/45
1,630,000

2,197,403

TOTAL MUNICIPAL SECURITIES
(Cost $43,497,871)
 
51,813,388

SOVEREIGN GOVERNMENTS AND AGENCIES — 0.9%
 
 
Chile — 0.1%
 
 
Chile Government International Bond, 3.25%, 9/14/21
1,180,000

1,200,662

Chile Government International Bond, 3.625%, 10/30/42
1,200,000

1,281,300

 
 
2,481,962

Colombia — 0.1%
 
 
Colombia Government International Bond, 4.375%, 7/12/21
1,810,000

1,830,833

Panama — 0.1%
 
 
Panama Government International Bond, 6.70%, 1/26/36
1,700,000

2,199,910

Peru — 0.1%
 
 
Peruvian Government International Bond, 5.625%, 11/18/50
1,640,000

2,460,500

Philippines — 0.3%
 
 
Philippine Government International Bond, 4.00%, 1/15/21
3,170,000

3,214,127

Philippine Government International Bond, 6.375%, 10/23/34
1,840,000

2,457,215

 
 
5,671,342

Poland — 0.1%
 
 
Republic of Poland Government International Bond, 5.125%, 4/21/21
1,400,000

1,454,313

Republic of Poland Government International Bond, 3.00%, 3/17/23
1,290,000

1,345,292

 
 
2,799,605

Uruguay — 0.1%
 
 
Uruguay Government International Bond, 4.375%, 10/27/27
980,000

1,066,782

Uruguay Government International Bond, 4.125%, 11/20/45
1,030,000

1,061,224

 
 
2,128,006

TOTAL SOVEREIGN GOVERNMENTS AND AGENCIES
(Cost $18,025,238)
 
19,572,158


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Principal Amount/Shares
Value
U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY SECURITIES — 0.3%
 
 
FNMA, 6.625%, 11/15/30
(Cost $6,382,607)
$
5,200,000

$
7,914,857

PREFERRED STOCKS — 0.2%
 
 
Banks — 0.1%
 
 
JPMorgan Chase & Co., 4.00%
3,640,000

3,110,835

Machinery — 0.1%
 
 
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., 4.00%
1,150,000

1,107,487

TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS
(Cost $4,790,000)
 
4,218,322

TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS — 9.9%
 
 
BNP Paribas SA, 0.03%, 4/1/20(1)(4)
$
80,000,000

80,000,149

Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank, 0.06%, 4/1/20(1)(4)
105,000,000

105,000,195

Repurchase Agreement, BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 1.875% - 3.00%, 11/30/21 - 5/15/45, valued at $18,415,500), in a joint trading account at 0.01%, dated 3/31/20, due 4/1/20
(Delivery value $18,057,448)
 
18,057,443

State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class
26,268,206

26,268,206

TOTAL TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS
(Cost $229,325,649)
 
229,325,993

TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 100.1%
(Cost $2,258,036,198)
 
2,314,706,527

OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — (0.1)%
 
(1,918,097
)
TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0%
 
$
2,312,788,430


FUTURES CONTRACTS PURCHASED
Reference Entity
Contracts
Expiration Date
Notional Amount
Underlying Contract Value
Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
U.S. Treasury 10-Year Notes
298

June 2020
$
29,800,000

$
41,328,875

$
99,199

U.S. Treasury 2-Year Notes
541

June 2020
$
108,200,000

119,227,101

690,948

U.S. Treasury 5-Year Notes
835

June 2020
$
83,500,000

104,675,078

316,159

U.S. Treasury Long Bonds
57

June 2020
$
5,700,000

10,206,563

(52,629
)
U.S. Treasury Ultra Bonds
10

June 2020
$
1,000,000

2,218,750

(22,523
)
 
 
 
 
$
277,656,367

$
1,031,154


FUTURES CONTRACTS SOLD
Reference Entity
Contracts
Expiration
Date
Notional
Amount
Underlying
Contract
Value
Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
U.S. Treasury 10-Year Ultra Notes
50

June 2020
$
5,000,000

$
7,801,563

$
(41,656
)


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CENTRALLY CLEARED CREDIT DEFAULT SWAP AGREEMENTS
Reference Entity
Type
Fixed Rate
Received
(Paid) Quarterly
Termination
Date
Notional
Amount
Premiums Paid (Received)
Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Value^
Markit CDX North America High Yield Index Series 33
Buy
(5.00)%
12/20/24
$
222,803,500

$
4,289,026

$
8,931,718

$
13,220,744

Markit CDX North America Investment Grade Index Series 33
Buy
(1.00)%
12/20/24
$
90,000,000

(136,642
)
430,128

293,486

 
 
 
 
 
$
4,152,384

$
9,361,846

$
13,514,230


^The value for credit default swap agreements serves as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and represent the likelihood of an expected liability or profit at the period end. Increasing values in absolute terms when compared to the notional amount of the credit default swap agreement represent a deterioration of the referenced entity's credit soundness and an increased likelihood or risk of a credit event occurring as defined in the agreement.

CENTRALLY CLEARED TOTAL RETURN SWAP AGREEMENTS
Floating Rate Index
Pay/Receive Floating
Rate Index at Termination
Fixed Rate
Termination
Date
Notional
Amount
Premiums Paid (Received)
Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Value
CPURNSA
Receive
1.78%
8/5/24
$
6,500,000

$
(481
)
$
(370,024
)
$
(370,505
)
CPURNSA
Receive
1.77%
8/5/24
$
24,500,000

(606
)
(1,389,393
)
(1,389,999
)
      
 
 
 
 
$
(1,087
)
$
(1,759,417
)
$
(1,760,504
)









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NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
CDX
-
Credit Derivatives Indexes
CPURNSA
-
U.S. Consumer Price Index Urban Consumers Not Seasonally Adjusted Index
FHLMC
-
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
FNMA
-
Federal National Mortgage Association
GNMA
-
Government National Mortgage Association
GO
-
General Obligation
H15T1Y
-
Constant Maturity U.S. Treasury Note Yield Curve Rate Index
LIBOR
-
London Interbank Offered Rate
MTN
-
Medium Term Note
SEQ
-
Sequential Payer
VRN
-
Variable Rate Note. The rate adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security’s offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The security's effective maturity date may be shorter than the final maturity date shown.
    Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.
(1)
Security was purchased pursuant to Rule 144A or Section 4(2) under the Securities Act of 1933 and may be sold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional investors. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $545,894,107, which represented 23.6% of total net assets. Of these securities, 0.3% of total net assets were deemed illiquid under policies approved by the Board of Trustees.
(2)
When-issued security. The issue price and yield are fixed on the date of the commitment, but payment and delivery are scheduled for a future date.
(3)
Security, or a portion thereof, has been pledged at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements on futures contracts and/or swap agreements. At the period end, the aggregate value of securities pledged was $13,116,090.
(4)
The rate indicated is the yield to maturity at purchase.


See Notes to Financial Statements.




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Statement of Assets and Liabilities
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Assets
 
Investment securities, at value (cost of $2,258,036,198)
$
2,314,706,527

Cash
1,403,880

Deposits with broker for futures contracts
2,105,700

Receivable for investments sold
32,474,011

Receivable for capital shares sold
2,898,560

Receivable for variation margin on futures contracts
5,813,658

Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements
3,752,647

Interest receivable
11,549,535

 
2,374,704,518

 
 
Liabilities
 
Payable for investments purchased
56,208,655

Payable for capital shares redeemed
4,372,386

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements
55,593

Accrued management fees
1,096,346

Distribution and service fees payable
43,772

Dividends payable
139,336

 
61,916,088

 
 
Net Assets
$
2,312,788,430

 
 
Net Assets Consist of:
 
Capital paid in
$
2,241,526,717

Distributable earnings
71,261,713

 
$
2,312,788,430


 
Net Assets
Shares Outstanding
Net Asset Value Per Share
Investor Class
$1,302,957,640
117,387,691

$11.10
I Class
$648,831,634
58,427,035

$11.10
Y Class
$72,593,900
6,536,815

$11.11
A Class
$118,924,365
10,710,508

$11.10*
C Class
$18,182,012
1,639,130

$11.09
R Class
$7,211,394
649,696

$11.10
R5 Class
$614,521
55,341

$11.10
R6 Class
$143,472,964
12,913,373

$11.11
*Maximum offering price $11.62 (net asset value divided by 0.955).


See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Operations
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
 
Investment Income (Loss)
 
Income:
 
Interest
$
90,454,459

 
 
Expenses:
 
Management fees
14,952,360

Distribution and service fees:
 
A Class
276,243

C Class
227,678

R Class
40,109

Trustees' fees and expenses
227,577

Other expenses
21,382

 
15,745,349

 
 
Net investment income (loss)
74,709,110

 
 
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
 
Net realized gain (loss) on:
 
Investment transactions
87,396,928

Futures contract transactions
27,772,813

Swap agreement transactions
8,866,812

Foreign currency translation transactions
5,031

 
124,041,584

 
 
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:
 
Investments
14,159,124

Futures contracts
(2,591,922
)
Swap agreements
7,602,429

Translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies
(2,957
)
 
19,166,674

 
 
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)
143,208,258

 
 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
$
217,917,368



See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND MARCH 31, 2019
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2019
Operations
 
 
Net investment income (loss)
$
74,709,110

$
140,067,829

Net realized gain (loss)
124,041,584

(100,018,497
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)
19,166,674

78,171,664

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations
217,917,368

118,220,996

 
 
 
Distributions to Shareholders
 
 
From earnings:
 
 
Investor Class
(36,468,092
)
(45,125,218
)
I Class
(24,686,714
)
(50,762,670
)
Y Class
(4,065,955
)
(8,254,043
)
A Class
(2,389,165
)
(3,199,293
)
C Class
(335,431
)
(572,506
)
R Class
(155,586
)
(171,380
)
R5 Class
(12,644
)
(6,073
)
R6 Class
(8,130,214
)
(7,061,411
)
From tax return of capital:
 
 
Investor Class

(3,901,075
)
I Class

(4,940,428
)
Y Class

(394,094
)
A Class

(234,667
)
C Class

(54,444
)
R Class

(17,350
)
R5 Class

(1,029
)
R6 Class

(774,024
)
Decrease in net assets from distributions
(76,243,801
)
(125,469,705
)
 
 
 
Capital Share Transactions
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5)
(1,063,174,224
)
(2,947,658,348
)
 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
(921,500,657
)
(2,954,907,057
)
 
 
 
Net Assets
 
 
Beginning of period
3,234,289,087

6,189,196,144

End of period
$
2,312,788,430

$
3,234,289,087



See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Notes to Financial Statements

MARCH 31, 2020

1. Organization

American Century Investment Trust (the trust) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Massachusetts business trust. Diversified Bond Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the trust. The fund’s investment objective is to seek a high level of income by investing in non-money market debt securities.

The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, Y Class, A Class, C Class, R Class, R5 Class and R6 Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.
 
2. Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.

Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The Board of Trustees has adopted valuation policies and procedures to guide the investment advisor in the fund’s investment valuation process and to provide methodologies for the oversight of the fund’s pricing function.
 
Fixed income securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Corporate bonds, U.S. Treasury and Government Agency securities, convertible bonds, bank loan obligations, municipal securities, and sovereign governments and agencies are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information. Mortgage-related and asset-backed securities are valued based on models that consider trade data, prepayment and default projections, benchmark yield and spread data and estimated cash flows of each tranche of the issuer. Collateralized loan obligations are valued based on discounted cash flow models that consider trade and economic data, prepayment assumptions and default projections. Commercial paper is valued using a curve-based approach that considers money market rates for specific instruments, programs, currencies and maturity points from a variety of active market makers.
 
Hybrid securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Preferred stocks and convertible preferred stocks with perpetual maturities are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information.
 
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported net asset value per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value. Exchange-traded futures contracts are valued at the settlement price as provided by the appropriate exchange. Swap agreements are valued at an evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or independent brokers.
 

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If the fund determines that the market price for an investment is not readily available or the valuation methods mentioned above do not reflect an investment’s fair value, such investment is valued as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees or its delegate, in accordance with policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. In its determination of fair value, the fund may review several factors including, but not limited to, market information regarding the specific investment or comparable investments and correlation with other investment types, futures indices or general market indicators. Circumstances that may cause the fund to use these procedures to value an investment include, but are not limited to: an investment has been declared in default or is distressed; trading in a security has been suspended during the trading day or a security is not actively trading on its principal exchange; prices received from a regular pricing source are deemed unreliable; or there is a foreign market holiday and no trading occurred.
 
The fund monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s net asset value per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region.
 
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
 
Investment Income — Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes paydown gain (loss) and accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums. Inflation adjustments related to inflation-linked debt securities are reflected as interest income.
 
Foreign Currency Translations — All assets and liabilities initially expressed in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at prevailing exchange rates at period end. The fund may enter into spot foreign currency exchange contracts to facilitate transactions denominated in a foreign currency. Purchases and sales of investment securities, dividend and interest income, spot foreign currency exchange contracts, and expenses are translated at the rates of exchange prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions. Net realized and unrealized foreign currency exchange gains or losses related to investment securities are a component of net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, respectively.
 
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor) has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Trustees. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
 
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.
 
Segregated Assets — In accordance with the 1940 Act, the fund segregates assets on its books and records to cover certain types of investment securities and other financial instruments. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities segregated to ensure the fund designates a sufficient amount of liquid assets, marked-to-market daily. The fund may also receive assets or be required to pledge assets at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements.
 
Income Tax Status — It is the fund’s policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
 

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Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
 
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
 
Indemnifications — Under the trust’s organizational documents, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.

3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties

Certain officers and trustees of the trust are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The trust's investment advisor, ACIM, the trust's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the trust's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC. Various funds issued by American Century Asset Allocation Portfolios, Inc. own, in aggregate, 25% of the shares of the fund. Related parties do not invest in the fund for the purpose of exercising management or control.
 
Management Fees — The trust has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except distribution and service fees, brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent trustees (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses, will be paid by ACIM. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class's daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund’s assets, which do not vary by class. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all the funds in the American Century Investments family of funds.

The Investment Category Fee range, the Complex Fee range and the effective annual management fee for each class for the period ended March 31, 2020 are as follows:
 
Investment Category Fee Range
Complex Fee Range
Effective Annual
Management Fee
Investor Class
 0.2925%
to 0.4100%
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.59%
I Class
0.0500% to 0.1100%
0.39%
Y Class
0.0200% to 0.0800%
0.36%
A Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.59%
C Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.59%
R Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.59%
R5 Class
0.0500% to 0.1100%
0.39%
R6 Class
0.0000% to 0.0600%
0.34%

Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Trustees has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class, C Class and R Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 1.00%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.75% is paid for distribution services. The plans provide that the R Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.50%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended March 31, 2020 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.

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Trustees’ Fees and Expenses — The Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The trustees receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund’s officers do not receive compensation from the fund.

Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.

4. Investment Transactions

Purchases of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $2,364,839,280, of which $1,713,509,633 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.

Sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $3,493,928,260, of which $2,363,862,011 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.


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5. Capital Share Transactions

Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows (unlimited number of shares authorized):
 
Year ended
March 31, 2020
Year ended
March 31, 2019
 
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
18,765,053

$
206,095,200

31,325,261

$
324,292,830

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
3,295,335

36,095,976

4,675,136

48,466,228

Redeemed
(59,827,353
)
(653,071,063
)
(141,109,875
)
(1,467,307,574
)
 
(37,766,965
)
(410,879,887
)
(105,109,478
)
(1,094,548,516
)
I Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
31,535,685

341,454,688

49,180,608

509,555,656

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
1,996,279

21,878,131

4,857,472

50,339,677

Redeemed
(68,653,115
)
(751,331,723
)
(178,388,008
)
(1,859,706,777
)
 
(35,121,151
)
(387,998,904
)
(124,349,928
)
(1,299,811,444
)
Y Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
4,884,209

53,253,149

5,869,446

60,949,056

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
370,767

4,063,679

827,203

8,594,073

Redeemed
(13,068,615
)
(144,792,119
)
(49,627,198
)
(516,289,263
)
 
(7,813,639
)
(87,475,291
)
(42,930,549
)
(446,746,134
)
A Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
3,934,953

42,929,142

2,683,206

27,891,724

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
202,773

2,224,086

316,082

3,276,539

Redeemed
(2,741,479
)
(29,881,482
)
(12,333,087
)
(127,677,174
)
 
1,396,247

15,271,746

(9,333,799
)
(96,508,911
)
C Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
206,008

2,253,431

189,966

1,972,112

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
26,362

287,616

51,732

536,171

Redeemed
(1,560,858
)
(16,944,094
)
(1,865,057
)
(19,337,878
)
 
(1,328,488
)
(14,403,047
)
(1,623,359
)
(16,829,595
)
R Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
199,266

2,190,231

262,652

2,711,815

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
14,155

154,920

18,060

187,177

Redeemed
(387,829
)
(4,236,210
)
(517,869
)
(5,367,549
)
 
(174,408
)
(1,891,059
)
(237,157
)
(2,468,557
)
R5 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
21,730

238,322

56,075

581,596

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
1,152

12,644

680

7,022

Redeemed
(7,015
)
(77,024
)
(37,363
)
(387,005
)
 
15,867

173,942

19,392

201,613

R6 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
7,834,903

86,001,628

8,078,618

83,884,165

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
735,316

8,066,444

743,782

7,709,361

Redeemed
(24,066,364
)
(270,039,796
)
(7,958,961
)
(82,540,330
)
 
(15,496,145
)
(175,971,724
)
863,439

9,053,196

Net increase (decrease)
(96,288,682
)
$
(1,063,174,224
)
(282,701,439
)
$
(2,947,658,348
)


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6. Fair Value Measurements

The fund’s investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.

Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.

Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.

Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).

The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
 
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund’s portfolio holdings.
 
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Assets
 
 
 
Investment Securities
 
 
 
Corporate Bonds

$
751,371,249


U.S. Treasury Securities

495,617,055


U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities

339,091,537


Asset-Backed Securities

148,132,026


Collateralized Mortgage Obligations

93,546,491


Collateralized Loan Obligations

87,784,587


Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities

86,318,864


Municipal Securities

51,813,388


Sovereign Governments and Agencies

19,572,158


U.S. Government Agency Securities

7,914,857


Preferred Stocks

4,218,322


Temporary Cash Investments
$
26,268,206

203,057,787


 
$
26,268,206

$
2,288,438,321


Other Financial Instruments
 
 
 
Futures Contracts
$
1,106,306



Swap Agreements

$
13,514,230


 
$
1,106,306

$
13,514,230


 
 
 
 
Liabilities
 
 
 
Other Financial Instruments
 
 
 
Futures Contracts
$
116,808



Swap Agreements

$
1,760,504


 
$
116,808

$
1,760,504




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7. Derivative Instruments

Credit Risk — The fund is subject to credit risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of a bond generally declines as the credit quality of its issuer declines. Credit default swap agreements enable a fund to buy/sell protection against a credit event of a specific issuer or index. A fund may attempt to enhance returns by selling protection or attempt to mitigate credit risk by buying protection. The buyer/seller of credit protection against a security or basket of securities may pay/receive an up-front or periodic payment to compensate for/against potential default events. Changes in value, including the periodic amounts of interest to be paid or received on swap agreements, are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a fund is required to deposit cash or securities (initial margin) with a financial intermediary in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the notional amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the value and is a component of unrealized gains and losses. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon receipt or payment of a periodic settlement or termination of swap agreements. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of swap agreements are a component of net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements, respectively. The risks of entering into swap agreements include the possible lack of liquidity, failure of the counterparty to meet its obligations, and that there may be unfavorable changes in the underlying investments or instruments. The fund's average notional amount held during the period was $205,490,500.
 
Interest Rate Risk — The fund is subject to interest rate risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of bonds generally declines as interest rates rise. A fund may enter into futures contracts based on a bond index or a specific underlying security. A fund may purchase futures contracts to gain exposure to increases in market value or sell futures contracts to protect against a decline in market value. Upon entering into a futures contract, a fund will segregate cash, cash equivalents or other appropriate liquid securities on its records in amounts sufficient to meet requirements. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the contract value and is recorded as unrealized gains and losses. A fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the futures contract is closed or expires. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of futures contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts, respectively. One of the risks of entering into futures contracts is the possibility that the change in value of the contract may not correlate with the changes in value of the underlying securities. The fund's average notional exposure to interest rate risk derivative instruments held during the period was $325,808,333 futures contracts purchased and $5,000,000 futures contracts sold.
 
Other Contracts — A fund may enter into total return swap agreements in order to attempt to obtain or preserve a particular return or spread at a lower cost than obtaining a return or spread through purchases and/or sales of instruments in other markets or gain exposure to certain markets in the most economical way possible. A fund will segregate cash, cash equivalents or other appropriate liquid securities on its records in amounts sufficient to meet requirements. Changes in value, including the periodic amounts of interest to be paid or received on swap agreements, are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a fund is required to deposit cash or securities (initial margin) with a financial intermediary in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the notional amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the value and is a component of unrealized gains and losses. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon receipt or payment of a periodic settlement or termination of swap agreements. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of swap agreements are a component of net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements, respectively. The risks of entering into swap agreements include the possible lack of liquidity, failure of the counterparty to meet its obligations, and that there may be unfavorable changes in the underlying investments or instruments, including inflationary risk. The fund's average notional amount held during the period was $31,000,000.


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Value of Derivative Instruments as of March 31, 2020
 
Asset Derivatives
Liability Derivatives
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Credit Risk
Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements*
$
3,752,647

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements*

Interest Rate Risk
Receivable for variation margin on futures contracts*
5,813,658

Payable for variation margin on futures contracts*

Other Contracts
Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements*

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements*
$
55,593

 
 
$
9,566,305

 
$
55,593


*Included in the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts or centrally cleared swap agreements, as applicable, as reported in the Schedule of Investments.

Effect of Derivative Instruments on the Statement of Operations for the Year Ended March 31, 2020
 
Net Realized
Gain (Loss)
Change in Net Unrealized
Appreciation (Depreciation)
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Credit Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions
$
8,866,812

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements
$
9,361,846

Interest Rate Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions
27,772,813

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts
(2,591,922
)
Other Contracts
Net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements
(1,759,417
)
 
 
$
36,639,625

 
$
5,010,507


8. Risk Factors

The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.

The fund may invest in instruments that have variable or floating coupon rates based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate intended to be representative of the rate at which certain major international banks lend to one another over short-terms. LIBOR will be phased out by the end of 2021. Uncertainty remains regarding a replacement rate or rates for LIBOR. The transition process may lead to increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that rely on LIBOR. This could result in a change to the value of such instruments.

9. Federal Tax Information

The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019 were as follows:
 
2020
2019
Distributions Paid From
 
 
Ordinary income
$
76,243,801

$
115,152,594

Long-term capital gains


Tax return of capital

$
10,317,111



39


The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.

As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
Federal tax cost of investments
$
2,259,249,318

Gross tax appreciation of investments
$
101,487,976

Gross tax depreciation of investments
(46,030,767
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments
55,457,209

Net tax appreciation (depreciation) on derivatives
7,995,369

Net tax appreciation (depreciation)
$
63,452,578

Other book-to-tax adjustments
$
(170,727
)
Undistributed ordinary income
$
2,679,357

Accumulated long-term gains
$
5,300,505


The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales and the realization for tax purposes of unrealized gains (losses) on futures contracts. Other book-to-tax adjustments are attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on straddle positions.
 
10. Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In March 2017, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2017-08, “Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (Subtopic 310-20), Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities” (ASU 2017-08). ASU 2017-08 amends the amortization period for certain purchased callable debt securities held at a premium, shortening such period to the earliest call date. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-08 did not materially impact the financial statements.


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Financial Highlights
For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
Distributions From:
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net Realized and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Net
Investment
Income
Net
Realized
Gains
Tax Return of Capital
Total
Distributions
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net Assets,
End of
Period (in thousands)
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.61
0.26
0.50
0.76
(0.27)
(0.27)
$11.10
7.18%
0.60%
2.40%
82%

$1,302,958

2019
$10.54
0.29
0.03
0.32
(0.23)
(0.02)
(0.25)
$10.61
3.15%
0.60%
2.80%
184%

$1,646,934

2018
$10.68
0.23
(0.14)
0.09
(0.23)
(0.23)
$10.54
0.86%
0.60%
2.19%
179%

$2,742,374

2017
$10.88
0.22
(0.17)
0.05
(0.24)
(0.01)
(0.25)
$10.68
0.51%
0.60%
2.02%
133%

$2,895,840

2016
$11.01
0.22
(0.06)
0.16
(0.29)
(0.29)
$10.88
1.49%
0.60%
2.04%
174%

$2,122,636

I Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.62
0.28
0.49
0.77
(0.29)
(0.29)
$11.10
7.39%
0.40%
2.60%
82%

$648,832

2019
$10.54
0.31
0.04
0.35
(0.24)
(0.03)
(0.27)
$10.62
3.43%
0.40%
3.00%
184%

$993,543

2018
$10.68
0.25
(0.13)
0.12
(0.26)
(0.26)
$10.54
1.06%
0.40%
2.39%
179%

$2,296,395

2017
$10.88
0.24
(0.16)
0.08
(0.27)
(0.01)
(0.28)
$10.68
0.71%
0.40%
2.22%
133%

$2,801,686

2016
$11.01
0.24
(0.06)
0.18
(0.31)
(0.31)
$10.88
1.69%
0.40%
2.24%
174%

$2,240,569




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
Distributions From:
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net Realized and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Net
Investment
Income
Net
Realized
Gains
Tax Return of Capital
Total
Distributions
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net Assets,
End of
Period (in thousands)
Y Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.62
0.29
0.49
0.78
(0.29)
(0.29)
$11.11
7.42%
0.37%
2.63%
82%

$72,594

2019
$10.54
0.31
0.04
0.35
(0.24)
(0.03)
(0.27)
$10.62
3.46%
0.37%
3.03%
184%

$152,412

2018(3)
$10.70
0.26
(0.17)
0.09
(0.25)
(0.25)
$10.54
0.84%
0.37%(4)
2.52%(4)
179%(5)

$603,691

A Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.62
0.23
0.49
0.72
(0.24)
(0.24)
$11.10
6.81%
0.85%
2.15%
82%

$118,924

2019
$10.54
0.27
0.04
0.31
(0.21)
(0.02)
(0.23)
$10.62
3.02%
0.85%
2.55%
184%

$98,899

2018
$10.68
0.20
(0.13)
0.07
(0.21)
(0.21)
$10.54
0.61%
0.85%
1.94%
179%

$196,563

2017
$10.89
0.19
(0.17)
0.02
(0.22)
(0.01)
(0.23)
$10.68
0.17%
0.85%
1.77%
133%

$414,571

2016
$11.02
0.19
(0.06)
0.13
(0.26)
(0.26)
$10.89
1.24%
0.85%
1.79%
174%

$454,565

C Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.61
0.15
0.49
0.64
(0.16)
(0.16)
$11.09
6.02%
1.60%
1.40%
82%

$18,182

2019
$10.54
0.19
0.04
0.23
(0.14)
(0.02)
(0.16)
$10.61
2.24%
1.60%
1.80%
184%

$31,481

2018
$10.68
0.13
(0.14)
(0.01)
(0.13)
(0.13)
$10.54
(0.14)%
1.60%
1.19%
179%

$48,386

2017
$10.89
0.11
(0.17)
(0.06)
(0.14)
(0.01)
(0.15)
$10.68
(0.57)%
1.60%
1.02%
133%

$66,394

2016
$11.01
0.11
(0.05)
0.06
(0.18)
(0.18)
$10.89
0.57%
1.60%
1.04%
174%

$81,039




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
Distributions From:
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net Realized and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Net
Investment
Income
Net
Realized
Gains
Tax Return of Capital
Total
Distributions
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net Assets,
End of
Period (in thousands)
R Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.61
0.21
0.49
0.70
(0.21)
(0.21)
$11.10
6.65%
1.10%
1.90%
82%

$7,211

2019
$10.54
0.24
0.04
0.28
(0.19)
(0.02)
(0.21)
$10.61
2.69%
1.10%
2.30%
184%

$8,748

2018
$10.68
0.18
(0.14)
0.04
(0.18)
(0.18)
$10.54
0.36%
1.10%
1.69%
179%

$11,186

2017
$10.89
0.16
(0.17)
(0.01)
(0.19)
(0.01)
(0.20)
$10.68
(0.08)%
1.10%
1.52%
133%

$14,318

2016
$11.02
0.17
(0.07)
0.10
(0.23)
(0.23)
$10.89
0.98%
1.10%
1.54%
174%

$20,362

R5 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.62
0.28
0.49
0.77
(0.29)
(0.29)
$11.10
7.29%
0.40%
2.60%
82%

$615

2019
$10.54
0.32
0.03
0.35
(0.24)
(0.03)
(0.27)
$10.62
3.45%
0.40%
3.00%
184%

$419

2018(3)
$10.70
0.26
(0.17)
0.09
(0.25)
(0.25)
$10.54
0.81%
0.40%(4)
2.46%(4)
179%(5)

$212

R6 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.63
0.29
0.48
0.77
(0.29)
(0.29)
$11.11
7.34%
0.35%
2.65%
82%

$143,473

2019
$10.54
0.32
0.05
0.37
(0.25)
(0.03)
(0.28)
$10.63
3.58%
0.35%
3.05%
184%

$301,853

2018
$10.68
0.26
(0.14)
0.12
(0.26)
(0.26)
$10.54
1.11%
0.35%
2.44%
179%

$290,390

2017
$10.89
0.24
(0.17)
0.07
(0.27)
(0.01)
(0.28)
$10.68
0.67%
0.35%
2.27%
133%

$304,836

2016
$11.01
0.25
(0.06)
0.19
(0.31)
(0.31)
$10.89
1.83%
0.35%
2.29%
174%

$93,751




Notes to Financial Highlights
 
 
(1)
Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)
Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(3)
April 10, 2017 (commencement of sale) through March 31, 2018.
(4)
Annualized.
(5)
Portfolio turnover is calculated at the fund level. Percentage indicated was calculated for the year ended March 31, 2018.


See Notes to Financial Statements.



Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Trustees of American Century Investment Trust and Shareholders of Diversified Bond Fund    

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Diversified Bond Fund (one of the funds constituting American Century Investment Trust, referred to hereafter as the “Fund”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2020, the statement of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2020, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020 and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2020 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.



/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
May 18, 2020

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in American Century Investments since 1997.


45


Management

Board of Trustees

The individuals listed below serve as trustees of the funds. Each trustee will continue to serve in this capacity until death, retirement, resignation or removal from office. The board has adopted a mandatory retirement age for trustees who are not “interested persons,” as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act (independent trustees). Independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 75th birthday; provided, however, that on or after January 1, 2022, independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 76th birthday.
Mr. Thomas is an “interested person” because he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC), the parent company of American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM or the advisor). The other trustees (more than three-fourths of the total number) are independent. They are not employees, directors or officers of, and have no financial interest in, ACC or any of its wholly owned, direct or indirect, subsidiaries, including ACIM, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS) and American Century Services, LLC (ACS), and they do not have any other affiliations, positions or relationships that would cause them to be considered “interested persons” under the Investment Company Act. The trustees serve in this capacity for eight (in the case of Jonathan S. Thomas, 16; and Ronald J. Gilson, 9) registered investment companies in the American Century Investments family of funds.
The following table presents additional information about the trustees. The mailing address for each trustee other than Mr. Thomas is 1665 Charleston Road, Mountain View, California 94043. The mailing address for Mr. Thomas is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Tanya S. Beder
(1955)
Trustee
Since 2011
Chairman and CEO, SBCC Group Inc. (independent advisory services) (2006 to present)
40
CYS Investments, Inc.; Kirby Corporation; Nabors Industries Ltd.
Jeremy I. Bulow
(1954)
Trustee
Since 2011
Professor of Economics, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (1979 to present)
40
None
Anne Casscells
(1958)
Trustee
Since 2016
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, Aetos Alternatives Management (investment advisory firm) (2001 to present); Lecturer in Accounting, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (2009 to 2017)
40
None
Ronald J. Gilson
(1946)
Trustee and Chairman of the Board
Since 1995
(Chairman since 2005)
Charles J. Meyers Professor of Law and Business, Emeritus, Stanford Law School (1979 to 2016); Marc and Eva Stern Professor of Law and Business, Columbia University School of Law (1992 to present)
57
None

46


Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Frederick L. A. Grauer
(1946)
Trustee
Since 2008
Senior Advisor, Credit Sesame, Inc. (credit monitoring firm) (2018 to present); Senior Advisor, Course Hero (an educational technology company) (2015 to present)
40
None
Jonathan D. Levin
(1972)
Trustee
Since 2016
Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (2016 to present); Professor, Stanford University, (2000 to present)
40
None
Peter F. Pervere
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2007
Retired
40
None
John B. Shoven
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2002
Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics, Stanford University (1973 to present, emeritus since 2019)
40
Cadence Design Systems; Exponent; Financial Engines
Interested Trustee


Jonathan S. Thomas
(1963)
Trustee
Since 2007
President and Chief Executive Officer, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as Chief Executive Officer, ACS; Executive Vice President, ACIM; Director, ACC, ACIM and other ACC subsidiaries
120
None
The Statement of Additional Information has additional information about the fund's trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Officers

The following table presents certain information about the executive officers of the funds. Each officer serves as an officer for 16 (in the case of Robert J. Leach, 15) investment companies in the American Century family of funds, unless otherwise noted. No officer is compensated for his or her service as an officer of the funds. The listed officers are interested persons of the funds and are appointed or re-appointed on an annual basis. The mailing address for each of the officers listed below is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Offices with the Funds
Principal Occupation(s) During the Past Five Years
Patrick Bannigan
(1965)
President since 2019
Executive Vice President and Director, ACC (2012 to present); Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, ACC (2015 to present); Chief Operating Officer, ACC (2012-2015). Also serves as President, ACS; Vice President, ACIM; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and/or Director, ACIM, ACS and other ACC subsidiaries
R. Wes Campbell
(1974)
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018
Vice President, ACS (2020 to present); Investment Operations and Investment Accounting, ACS (2000 to present)
Amy D. Shelton
(1964)
Chief Compliance Officer and Vice President since 2014
Chief Compliance Officer, American Century funds, (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIM (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIS (2009 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIS
Charles A. Etherington
(1957)
General Counsel since 2007 and Senior Vice President since 2006
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present); Vice President, ACC (2005 to present); General Counsel, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as General Counsel, ACIM, ACS, ACIS and other ACC subsidiaries; and Senior Vice President, ACIM and ACS
C. Jean Wade
(1964)
Vice President since 2012
Senior Vice President, ACS (2017 to present); Vice President ACS (2000 to 2017)
Robert J. Leach
(1966)
Vice President since 2006
Vice President, ACS (2000 to present)
David H. Reinmiller
(1963)
Vice President since 2000
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIM and ACS
Ward D. Stauffer
(1960)
Secretary since 2005
Attorney, ACC (2003 to present)







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Liquidity Risk Management Program


The Fund has adopted a liquidity risk management program (the “program”). The Fund’s Board of Trustees (the "Board") has designated American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) as the administrator of the program. Personnel of ACIM or its affiliates conduct the day-to-day operation of the program pursuant to policies and procedures administered by those members of the ACIM’s Investment Oversight Committee who are members of the ACIM’s Investment Management and Global Analytics departments.

Under the program, ACIM manages the Fund’s liquidity risk, which is the risk that the Fund could not meet shareholder redemption requests without significant dilution of remaining shareholders’ interests in the Fund. This risk is managed by monitoring the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments, limiting the amount of the Fund’s illiquid investments, and utilizing various risk management tools and facilities available to the Fund for meeting shareholder redemptions, among other means. ACIM’s process of determining the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party liquidity assessment vendors.

The Board reviewed a report prepared by ACIM regarding the operation and effectiveness of the program for the period December 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. No significant liquidity events impacting the Fund were noted in the report. In addition, ACIM provided its assessment that the program had been effective in managing the Fund’s liquidity risk.


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Additional Information

Retirement Account Information

As required by law, distributions you receive from certain retirement accounts are subject to federal income tax withholding, unless you elect not to have withholding apply*. Tax will be withheld on the total amount withdrawn even though you may be receiving amounts that are not subject to withholding, such as nondeductible contributions. In such case, excess amounts of withholding could occur. You may adjust your withholding election so that a greater or lesser amount will be withheld.

If you don’t want us to withhold on this amount, you must notify us to not withhold the federal income tax. You may notify us in writing or in certain situations by telephone or through other electronic means. For systematic withdrawals, your withholding election will remain in effect until revoked or changed by filing a new election. You have the right to revoke your election at any time and change your withholding percentage for future distributions.

Remember, even if you elect not to have income tax withheld, you are liable for paying income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal. If you elect not to have income tax withheld or you don’t have enough income tax withheld, you may be responsible for payment of estimated tax. You may incur penalties under the estimated tax rules if your withholding and estimated tax payments are not sufficient. You can reduce or defer the income tax on a distribution by directly or indirectly rolling such distribution over to another IRA or eligible plan. You should consult your tax advisor for additional information.

State tax will be withheld if, at the time of your distribution, your address is within one of the mandatory withholding states and you have federal income tax withheld (or as otherwise required by state law). State taxes will be withheld from your distribution in accordance with the respective state rules.

*Some 403(b), 457 and qualified retirement plan distributions may be subject to 20% mandatory withholding, as they are subject to special tax and withholding rules.  Your plan administrator or plan sponsor is required to provide you with a special tax notice explaining those rules at the time you request a distribution.  If applicable, federal and/or state taxes may be withheld from your distribution amount.


Proxy Voting Policies

Descriptions of the principles and policies that the fund's investment advisor uses in exercising the voting rights associated with the securities purchased and/or held by the fund are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021 or visiting American Century Investments’ website at americancentury.com/proxy. A description of the policies is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. Information regarding how the investment advisor voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available on americancentury.com/proxy. It is also available at sec.gov.


Quarterly Portfolio Disclosure

The fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. The fund also makes its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the most recent quarter of its fiscal year available on its website at americancentury.com and, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.

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Annual Report
 
 
 
March 31, 2020
 
 
 
High Income Fund
 
Investor Class (AHIVX)
 
I Class (AHIIX)
 
Y Class (NPHIX)
 
A Class (AHIAX)
 
R5 Class (AHIEX)
 
R6 Class (AHIDX)




















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Table of Contents

President's Letter
Performance
Portfolio Commentary
Fund Characteristics
Shareholder Fee Example
Schedule of Investments
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Statement of Operations
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Notes to Financial Statements
Financial Highlights
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Management
Liquidity Risk Management Program
Additional Information




















Any opinions expressed in this report reflect those of the author as of the date of the report, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of American Century Investments® or any other person in the American Century Investments organization. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and American Century Investments disclaims any responsibility to update such opinions. These opinions may not be relied upon as investment advice and, because investment decisions made by American Century Investments funds are based on numerous factors, may not be relied upon as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any American Century Investments fund. Security examples are used for representational purposes only and are not intended as recommendations to purchase or sell securities. Performance information for comparative indices and securities is provided to American Century Investments by third party vendors. To the best of American Century Investments’ knowledge, such information is accurate at the time of printing.



President’s Letter

jthomasrev0514a71.jpg Jonathan Thomas

Dear Investor:

Thank you for reviewing this annual report for the period ended March 31, 2020. Annual reports help convey important information about fund returns, including market factors that affected performance during the reporting period. For additional insights, please visit americancentury.com.

Virus Outbreak Abruptly Altered Economic, Market Backdrops

Through most of the period, market sentiment was upbeat, partly due to accommodative Federal Reserve (Fed) policy and modest inflation. Improving economic and corporate earnings data and a phase 1 U.S.-China trade deal also helped boost growth outlooks. Against this backdrop, key U.S. stock benchmarks rose to record highs by mid-February, and U.S. bonds continued to advance.

However, beginning in late February, unprecedented social and economic turmoil emerged and reversed the positive trajectory. The COVID-19 epidemic originating in China rapidly spread throughout the world, forcing stay-at-home orders and industry-wide shutdowns. U.S. stocks, corporate bonds and other riskier assets sold off sharply, while U.S. Treasuries rallied in the global flight to quality. The Fed stepped in quickly and aggressively, slashing interest rates to near 0% and enacting massive lending and asset-purchase programs to stabilize the financial system.

The swift and severe sell-off erased the strong stock market gains realized earlier in the period and left key benchmarks with losses for the 12 months. Reflecting their defensive characteristics, high-quality U.S. bonds withstood the turmoil and delivered solid returns for the 12-month period.

Promoting Health and Safety Remains Our Focus

While the market impact of COVID-19 has been severe, reducing the human toll is most important. We are monitoring the situation closely and following guidelines and protocols from all relevant authorities. Our firm has activated a comprehensive Pandemic Response Plan, which includes social distancing and work-from-home mandates, travel restrictions and escalated cleaning regimens at all our facilities. We’ve also launched a Business Continuity Plan to maintain regular business operations and ensure delivery of outstanding service.

We appreciate your confidence in us during these extraordinary times. We have a long history of helping clients weather volatile markets, and we are confident we will meet today’s challenges. In the meantime, the health and safety of you, your family and our employees remain a top priority.

Sincerely,
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Jonathan Thomas
President and Chief Executive Officer
American Century Investments

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Performance
Total Returns as of March 31, 2020
 
 
 
 
Average Annual Returns
 
 
Ticker
Symbol
1 year
5 years
Since
Inception
Inception
Date
Y Class
NPHIX
-7.57%
2.34%
3.86%
12/27/12
ICE BofA U.S. High Yield Constrained Index
-7.46%
2.67%
3.55%
Investor Class
AHIVX
-7.76%
-1.29%
10/2/17
I Class
AHIIX
-7.66%
-1.19%
10/2/17
A Class
AHIAX
 
 
 
10/2/17
No sales charge
 
-7.99%
-1.54%
 
With sales charge
 
-12.14%
-3.35%
 
R5 Class
AHIEX
-7.56%
-1.09%
10/2/17
R6 Class
AHIDX
-7.53%
-1.04%
10/2/17
Y Class returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Sales charges include initial sales charges and contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs), as applicable. A Class shares have a 4.50% maximum initial sales charge and may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. The SEC requires that mutual funds provide performance information net of maximum sales charges in all cases where charges could be applied.
 
The fund acquired the net assets and assumed the historical performance of the Nomura High Yield Fund, a series of The Advisors’ Inner Circle Fund III on October 2, 2017. Accordingly, the performance shown for periods prior to October 2, 2017 represents the performance of Class I shares of the Nomura High Yield Fund. In addition, the Nomura High Yield Fund acquired the net assets and assumed the historical performance of the High Yield Fund, a series of Nomura Partners Funds, Inc. on December 8, 2014. Accordingly, the performance shown for periods before December 8, 2014 represents the performance of Class I shares of the High Yield Fund. The Nomura High Yield Fund and the High Yield Fund returns in the performance tables and graphs have not been adjusted to reflect the fund’s expenses. If the Nomura High Yield Fund and the High Yield Fund performance information had been adjusted to reflect the fund’s expenses, the performance may have been higher or lower for a given period depending on the expenses incurred by the Nomura High Yield Fund and the High Yield Fund for that period.











Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Growth of $10,000 Over Life of Class
$10,000 investment made December 27, 2012
Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure.

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Value on March 31, 2020
 
Y Class — $13,166
 
 
ICE BofA U.S. High Yield Constrained Index — $12,883
 
Ending value of Y Class would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
Investor Class
I Class
Y Class
A Class
R5 Class
R6 Class
0.79%
0.69%
0.59%
1.04%
0.59%
0.54%
The total annual fund operating expenses shown is as stated in the fund’s prospectus current as of the date of this report. The prospectus may vary from the expense ratio shown elsewhere in this report because it is based on a different time period, includes acquired fund fees and expenses, and, if applicable, does not include fee waivers or expense reimbursements.
















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Portfolio Commentary

Investment Advisor: American Century Investment Management, Inc.
Subadvisor: Nomura Corporate Research and Asset Management Inc.
Portfolio Managers: Steve Kotsen, David Crall, Amy Yu Chang and Derek Leung

As of August 2019, Amy Yu Chang and Derek Leung joined the portfolio management team.

Performance Summary
High Income returned -7.57%* for the 12-month period ended March 31, 2020. By comparison, the ICE BofA U.S. High Yield Constrained Index returned -7.46%. Fund returns reflect operating expenses, while index returns do not.
Although high-yield bonds performed relatively well through most of the reporting period, their negative results in early 2020 dragged down returns for the entire 12-month period. As the COVID-19 epidemic originating in China expanded into a pandemic in early 2020, investors scrambled to shed credit risk and seek shelter in cash. Market volatility soared and liquidity markedly worsened. Amid the global flight to quality, riskier investments, including investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds, suffered significant losses. Separately, an unexpected price war between Saudi Arabia and Russia amid waning demand for oil triggered a sizable drop in the oil markets. This development accelerated the havoc in the high-yield sector, home to many energy companies.

The swiftness and the depth of the Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) response to the broad market unrest helped calm the credit markets in late March. In addition to cutting short-term rates to nearly 0%, the Fed announced programs to directly support the functioning of investment-grade primary and secondary markets. This action followed earlier announcements to address the functioning of Treasury, commercial paper and asset-backed securities markets. The Fed stepping in to purchase investment-grade corporate debt, which inspired many other market participants to also purchase the securities, was particularly helpful for stabilizing the corporate debt markets, including the high-yield market.
Gaming Companies Were Main Detractors
We began the fiscal year with a positive view toward the U.S. consumer and tilted the portfolio toward more U.S.-centric, noncyclical sectors, including gaming. We focused on Las Vegas and regional gaming operators and also held a small position in Macau gaming. Our gaming sector overweight relative to the index served us well until the first quarter of 2020, when the COVID-19 outbreak halted economic activity. Amid increasing infection and mortality rates, government officials issued stay-at-home orders, and international and domestic travel shut down. In particular, several of our gaming issues suffered significant downturns after Nevada’s governor ordered a 30-day statewide shutdown of casinos (and other nonessential businesses) on March 18.

The pandemic and resulting U.S. economic shutdown also dragged down results in the support-services sector. In particular, our holdings among rental car, office equipment and construction rental equipment companies suffered due to declining demand. Additionally, our underweight and security selection in the wireline telecommunication sector also detracted from performance.





*All fund returns referenced in this commentary are for Y Class shares. Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure; when Y Class performance exceeds that of the index, other share classes may not. See page 3 for returns for all share classes.

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Meanwhile, our exposure to cash and an overweight and strong security selection in the electric-generation sector helped offset the negative effects from gaming, support-services and wireline telecommunication holdings. The main driver in this sector was a distressed play in a California-based power provider. Security selection in the pharmaceuticals sector also helped offset some of the losses. Additionally, underweight positions in the oil field equipment and services and real estate investment trusts sectors also added to relative performance.

Higher-Rated Securities Aided Performance; Duration Detracted

Overall, higher-rated bonds significantly outperformed their lower-rated counterparts during the fiscal year. Our overweight and security selection within the B-rated segment of the market contributed to relative performance. In addition, our out-of-index exposure to investment-grade (BBB-rated) issuers aided results. However, our overweight and security selection among issuers with CCC credit ratings and an underweight to credits with BB ratings detracted from relative performance.

Our short-duration posture to begin the fiscal year also had a negative impact on portfolio performance. We lengthened duration over the course of the reporting period, as we opportunistically increased exposure to securities within the BB ratings category during the last three quarters of 2019. We also added BB-rated securities as they sold off in February and March. In addition, we participated in the new-issues market and lengthened duration with some fallen angels (securities that dropped out of the investment-grade universe and into the high-yield category due to credit ratings downgrades).

Portfolio Positioning

Regarding our holdings and potential investments, we are calling companies and aggressively examining their business prospects, liquidity and ability to obtain government help during the COVID-19 disruptions. We have concentrated our purchases in higher-quality, more-defensive sectors, including cable, TMT (technology, media and telecommunication), packaging and food. We have also started building positions in recent and potential fallen angels. In addition, as the investment-grade market improved in late March, we participated in some new issues there. Beyond these steps, we are focusing on companies we believe can manage through this environment, including banks, health care companies, homebuilders, building products suppliers, metals companies and equipment rental firms. We also have engaged in some value buying in oversold sectors, such as gaming, aerospace and restaurants. We have sold issuers facing liquidity problems as well as some deep cyclicals and energy positions.

Looking ahead, the path of the virus, the depth of the economic contraction and the form of fiscal and monetary stimulus will remain key considerations. We will monitor these factors closely. The economic contraction will be deep, but we remain hopeful the economy can start growing again in the third quarter.


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Fund Characteristics
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Types of Investments in Portfolio
% of net assets
Corporate Bonds
92.1%
Bank Loan Obligations
3.3%
Preferred Stocks
2.8%
Convertible Bonds
0.1%
Common Stocks
0.1%
Escrow Interests
—*
Warrants
—*
Rights
—*
Other Assets and Liabilities
1.6%
*Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.


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Shareholder Fee Example

Fund shareholders may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments and redemption/exchange fees; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in your fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing cost of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 made at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020.

Actual Expenses

The table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each class. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. First, identify the share class you own. Then simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

If you hold Investor Class shares of any American Century Investments fund, or I Class shares of the American Century Diversified Bond Fund, in an American Century Investments account (i.e., not through a financial intermediary or employer-sponsored retirement plan account), American Century Investments may charge you a $25.00 annual account maintenance fee if the value of those shares is less than $10,000. We will redeem shares automatically in one of your accounts to pay the $25.00 fee. In determining your total eligible investment amount, we will include your investments in all personal accounts (including American Century Investments brokerage accounts) registered under your Social Security number. Personal accounts include individual accounts, joint accounts, UGMA/UTMA accounts, personal trusts, Coverdell Education Savings Accounts and IRAs (including traditional, Roth, Rollover, SEP-, SARSEP- and SIMPLE-IRAs), and certain other retirement accounts. If you have only business, business retirement, employer-sponsored or American Century Investments brokerage accounts, you are currently not subject to this fee. If you are subject to the account maintenance fee, your account value could be reduced by the fee amount.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The table also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the actual expense ratio of each class of your fund and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the actual return of a fund’s share class. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or redemption/exchange fees. Therefore, the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.


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Beginning
Account Value
10/1/19
Ending
Account Value
3/31/20
Expenses Paid
During Period
(1)
10/1/19 - 3/31/20
 
Annualized
Expense Ratio
(1)
Actual
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$894.30
$3.69
0.78%
I Class
$1,000
$895.70
$3.22
0.68%
Y Class
$1,000
$896.20
$2.75
0.58%
A Class
$1,000
$894.10
$4.88
1.03%
R5 Class
$1,000
$896.30
$2.75
0.58%
R6 Class
$1,000
$896.40
$2.51
0.53%
Hypothetical
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,021.10
$3.94
0.78%
I Class
$1,000
$1,021.60
$3.44
0.68%
Y Class
$1,000
$1,022.10
$2.93
0.58%
A Class
$1,000
$1,019.85
$5.20
1.03%
R5 Class
$1,000
$1,022.10
$2.93
0.58%
R6 Class
$1,000
$1,022.35
$2.68
0.53%
(1)
Expenses are equal to the class's annualized expense ratio listed in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 183, the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year, divided by 366, to reflect the one-half year period. Annualized expense ratio reflects actual expenses, including any applicable fee waivers or expense reimbursements and excluding any acquired fund fees and expenses.

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Schedule of Investments

MARCH 31, 2020
 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
CORPORATE BONDS — 92.1%
 
 
Aerospace and Defense — 2.7%
 
 
Arconic, Inc., 5.125%, 10/1/24
$
650,000

$
643,148

Arconic, Inc., 5.90%, 2/1/27
695,000

650,346

Arconic, Inc., 5.95%, 2/1/37
1,000,000

873,060

Bombardier, Inc., 8.75%, 12/1/21(1)
175,000

146,431

Bombardier, Inc., 6.00%, 10/15/22(1)
1,650,000

1,249,875

Bombardier, Inc., 6.125%, 1/15/23(1)
325,000

231,158

Bombardier, Inc., 7.50%, 12/1/24(1)
575,000

384,534

Bombardier, Inc., 7.50%, 3/15/25(1)
427,000

298,900

Bombardier, Inc., 7.875%, 4/15/27(1)
1,025,000

715,014

F-Brasile SpA / F-Brasile US LLC, 7.375%, 8/15/26(1)
400,000

400,000

TransDigm UK Holdings plc, 6.875%, 5/15/26
400,000

375,417

TransDigm, Inc., 6.50%, 7/15/24
800,000

766,724

TransDigm, Inc., 6.50%, 5/15/25
1,150,000

1,099,693

TransDigm, Inc., 6.25%, 3/15/26(1)
1,375,000

1,375,855

TransDigm, Inc., 6.375%, 6/15/26
175,000

168,534

TransDigm, Inc., 7.50%, 3/15/27
375,000

363,469

TransDigm, Inc., 5.50%, 11/15/27(1)
2,775,000

2,505,964

Triumph Group, Inc., 5.25%, 6/1/22
125,000

104,179

Triumph Group, Inc., 6.25%, 9/15/24(1)
125,000

112,196

Triumph Group, Inc., 7.75%, 8/15/25
425,000

305,467

 
 
12,769,964

Air Freight and Logistics — 0.5%
 
 
Cargo Aircraft Management, Inc., 4.75%, 2/1/28(1)
325,000

303,875

XPO Logistics, Inc., 6.50%, 6/15/22(1)
763,000

768,982

XPO Logistics, Inc., 6.125%, 9/1/23(1)
625,000

615,628

XPO Logistics, Inc., 6.75%, 8/15/24(1)
775,000

762,643

 
 
2,451,128

Airlines — 0.3%
 
 
Air Canada, 7.75%, 4/15/21(1)
725,000

711,370

American Airlines Group, Inc., 5.00%, 6/1/22(1)
350,000

283,062

United Airlines Holdings, Inc., 6.00%, 12/1/20
25,000

24,218

United Airlines Holdings, Inc., 4.25%, 10/1/22
325,000

297,716

Virgin Australia Holdings Ltd., 8.125%, 11/15/24(1)(5)
200,000

93,100

 
 
1,409,466

Auto Components — 0.4%
 
 
Adient Global Holdings Ltd., 4.875%, 8/15/26(1)
250,000

173,106

Cooper-Standard Automotive, Inc., 5.625%, 11/15/26(1)
100,000

73,854

Dealer Tire LLC / DT Issuer LLC, 8.00%, 2/1/28(1)
300,000

242,250

Exide Technologies, 11.00% Cash or 7.00% PIK, 4/30/20 (Acquired 4/30/15 - 12/1/19, Cost $241,100)(2)(3) 
241,970

198,416

Panther BF Aggregator 2 LP / Panther Finance Co., Inc., 8.50%, 5/15/27(1)
1,050,000

921,848


10


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Tenneco, Inc., 5.375%, 12/15/24
$
250,000

$
142,186

Tenneco, Inc., 5.00%, 7/15/26
525,000

333,414

 
 
2,085,074

Automobiles — 1.2%
 
 
Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 5.875%, 8/2/21
1,000,000

985,000

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 4.06%, 11/1/24
200,000

182,500

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 4.69%, 6/9/25
400,000

358,000

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 4.13%, 8/4/25
400,000

356,800

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 4.54%, 8/1/26
200,000

176,000

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 3.82%, 11/2/27
200,000

150,333

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 5.11%, 5/3/29
2,200,000

1,886,500

Tesla, Inc., 5.30%, 8/15/25(1)
1,550,000

1,466,688

 
 
5,561,821

Banks — 0.2%
 
 
CIT Group, Inc., 4.125%, 3/9/21
150,000

148,569

CIT Group, Inc., 5.00%, 8/15/22
200,000

196,504

CIT Group, Inc., 5.00%, 8/1/23
675,000

653,647

 
 
998,720

Building Products — 1.0%
 
 
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc., 5.00%, 9/30/27(1)
175,000

157,245

BMC East LLC, 5.50%, 10/1/24(1)
725,000

705,965

Builders FirstSource, Inc., 6.75%, 6/1/27(1)
472,000

466,592

Builders FirstSource, Inc., 5.00%, 3/1/30(1)
275,000

249,047

CPG Merger Sub LLC, 8.00%, 10/1/21(1)
100,000

97,910

Griffon Corp., 5.75%, 3/1/28(1)
675,000

638,297

Jeld-Wen, Inc., 4.625%, 12/15/25(1)
50,000

44,437

Masonite International Corp., 5.75%, 9/15/26(1)
75,000

74,141

Masonite International Corp., 5.375%, 2/1/28(1)
125,000

123,544

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc., 7.50%, 8/1/21(1)
50,000

18,000

NWH Escrow Corp., 7.50%, 8/1/21(1)
50,000

18,000

Patrick Industries, Inc., 7.50%, 10/15/27(1)
575,000

568,412

PGT Innovations, Inc., 6.75%, 8/1/26(1)
325,000

309,223

Standard Industries, Inc., 5.50%, 2/15/23(1)
223,000

216,861

Standard Industries, Inc., 5.375%, 11/15/24(1)
925,000

894,965

Standard Industries, Inc., 5.00%, 2/15/27(1)
300,000

275,090

Standard Industries, Inc., 4.75%, 1/15/28(1)
50,000

46,396

 
 
4,904,125

Capital Markets — 1.6%
 
 
AG Issuer LLC, 6.25%, 3/1/28(1)
500,000

423,750

Donnelley Financial Solutions, Inc., 8.25%, 10/15/24
175,000

166,030

Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 6.25%, 2/1/22
755,000

760,919

Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 6.75%, 2/1/24
175,000

170,406

Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 4.75%, 9/15/24
1,725,000

1,589,156

Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 6.375%, 12/15/25
150,000

142,688


11


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 6.25%, 5/15/26
$
1,225,000

$
1,164,512

Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 5.25%, 5/15/27
1,500,000

1,396,875

LPL Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 11/15/27(1)
200,000

184,424

MSCI, Inc., 4.75%, 8/1/26(1)
100,000

99,197

MSCI, Inc., 4.00%, 11/15/29(1)
25,000

24,973

NFP Corp., 6.875%, 7/15/25(1)
625,000

620,294

NFP Corp., 8.00%, 7/15/25(1)
835,000

771,327

 
 
7,514,551

Chemicals — 1.7%
 
 
Atotech Alpha 2 BV, 8.75% Cash or 9.50% PIK, 6/1/23(1)(4)
400,000

363,498

Atotech Alpha 3 BV / Alpha US Bidco, Inc., 6.25%, 2/1/25(1)
200,000

185,250

Blue Cube Spinco LLC, 10.00%, 10/15/25
338,000

358,738

CF Industries, Inc., 5.375%, 3/15/44
200,000

192,066

Chemours Co. (The), 7.00%, 5/15/25
350,000

293,564

Chemours Co. (The), 5.375%, 5/15/27
75,000

57,932

Consolidated Energy Finance SA, 6.50%, 5/15/26(1)
250,000

212,136

Cornerstone Chemical Co., 6.75%, 8/15/24(1)
175,000

146,343

Element Solutions, Inc., 5.875%, 12/1/25(1)
175,000

172,807

Foxtrot Escrow Issuer LLC / Foxtrot Escrow Corp., 12.25%, 11/15/26(1)
1,025,000

805,263

Innophos Holdings, Inc., 9.375%, 2/15/28(1)
575,000

562,062

Kraton Polymers LLC / Kraton Polymers Capital Corp., 7.00%, 4/15/25(1)
300,000

268,029

NOVA Chemicals Corp., 5.00%, 5/1/25(1)
100,000

84,625

NOVA Chemicals Corp., 5.25%, 6/1/27(1)
525,000

445,226

Nufarm Australia Ltd. / Nufarm Americas, Inc., 5.75%, 4/30/26(1)
125,000

110,254

OCI NV, 6.625%, 4/15/23(1)
400,000

368,000

OCI NV, 5.25%, 11/1/24(1)
400,000

350,000

Olin Corp., 5.50%, 8/15/22
150,000

139,265

Olin Corp., 5.625%, 8/1/29
250,000

231,450

PQ Corp., 5.75%, 12/15/25(1)
25,000

22,719

Scotts Miracle-Gro Co. (The), 5.25%, 12/15/26
575,000

551,162

SPCM SA, 4.875%, 9/15/25(1)
300,000

285,741

TPC Group, Inc., 10.50%, 8/1/24(1)
575,000

474,522

Trinseo Materials Operating SCA / Trinseo Materials Finance, Inc., 5.375%, 9/1/25(1)
700,000

595,000

Tronox Finance plc, 5.75%, 10/1/25(1)
350,000

315,436

Tronox, Inc., 6.50%, 4/15/26(1)
450,000

408,409

Valvoline, Inc., 4.25%, 2/15/30(1)
225,000

210,516

 
 
8,210,013

Commercial Services and Supplies — 1.4%
 
 
ADT Security Corp. (The), 6.25%, 10/15/21
125,000

122,870

Algeco Global Finance 2 plc, 10.00%, 8/15/23(1)
300,000

220,500

Allied Universal HoldCo LLC / Allied Universal Finance Corp., 6.625%, 7/15/26(1)
1,425,000

1,402,739

Allied Universal HoldCo LLC / Allied Universal Finance Corp., 9.75%, 7/15/27(1)
1,325,000

1,257,912


12


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Cimpress plc, 7.00%, 6/15/26(1)
$
150,000

$
133,281

Clean Harbors, Inc., 4.875%, 7/15/27(1)
125,000

123,056

Clean Harbors, Inc., 5.125%, 7/15/29(1)
50,000

46,927

Garda World Security Corp., 4.625%, 2/15/27(1)
325,000

293,312

GFL Environmental, Inc., 5.125%, 12/15/26(1)
100,000

98,250

IAA, Inc., 5.50%, 6/15/27(1)
300,000

291,915

KAR Auction Services, Inc., 5.125%, 6/1/25(1)
300,000

288,377

Matthews International Corp., 5.25%, 12/1/25(1)
150,000

134,065

Midas Intermediate Holdco II LLC / Midas Intermediate Holdco II Finance, Inc., 7.875%, 10/1/22(1)
1,000,000

648,436

Nielsen Co. Luxembourg SARL (The), 5.50%, 10/1/21(1)
400,000

394,700

Nielsen Finance LLC / Nielsen Finance Co., 4.50%, 10/1/20
25,000

24,344

Nielsen Finance LLC / Nielsen Finance Co., 5.00%, 4/15/22(1)
625,000

579,475

Prime Security Services Borrower LLC / Prime Finance, Inc., 5.25%, 4/15/24(1)
75,000

74,553

Prime Security Services Borrower LLC / Prime Finance, Inc., 6.25%, 1/15/28(1)
225,000

195,750

Ritchie Bros Auctioneers, Inc., 5.375%, 1/15/25(1)
175,000

177,845

TMS International Holding Corp., 7.25%, 8/15/25(1)
75,000

68,156

 
 
6,576,463

Communications Equipment — 0.6%
 
 
CommScope Technologies LLC, 6.00%, 6/15/25(1)
1,100,000

1,014,970

CommScope Technologies LLC, 5.00%, 3/15/27(1)
425,000

371,907

CommScope, Inc., 5.00%, 6/15/21(1)
10,000

9,987

CommScope, Inc., 5.50%, 3/1/24(1)
200,000

203,651

CommScope, Inc., 6.00%, 3/1/26(1)
650,000

652,679

CommScope, Inc., 8.25%, 3/1/27(1)
325,000

315,071

Nokia of America Corp., 6.45%, 3/15/29
150,000

161,250

Nokia Oyj, 3.375%, 6/12/22
25,000

25,079

ViaSat, Inc., 5.625%, 4/15/27(1)
150,000

148,958

 
 
2,903,552

Construction and Engineering — 0.6%
 
 
Brand Industrial Services, Inc., 8.50%, 7/15/25(1)
875,000

693,586

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corp., 8.00%, 5/15/22
300,000

296,155

New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc., 10.125%, 4/1/22(1)
446,000

448,648

New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc., 6.25%, 3/15/26(1)
325,000

301,776

Weekley Homes LLC / Weekley Finance Corp., 6.00%, 2/1/23
475,000

450,654

Weekley Homes LLC / Weekley Finance Corp., 6.625%, 8/15/25
525,000

477,091

 
 
2,667,910

Construction Materials — 0.5%
 
 
Cemex SAB de CV, 7.75%, 4/16/26(1)
400,000

360,224

Cemex SAB de CV, 5.45%, 11/19/29(1)
800,000

652,200

Summit Materials LLC / Summit Materials Finance Corp., 6.125%, 7/15/23
125,000

124,219

Summit Materials LLC / Summit Materials Finance Corp., 5.125%, 6/1/25(1)
225,000

211,218

Summit Materials LLC / Summit Materials Finance Corp., 6.50%, 3/15/27(1)
425,000

405,255


13


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
US Concrete, Inc., 6.375%, 6/1/24
$
875,000

$
795,537

 
 
2,548,653

Consumer Finance — 2.5%
 
 
4finance SA, 10.75%, 5/1/22(1)
200,000

162,584

Ally Financial, Inc., 4.125%, 2/13/22
100,000

98,732

Ally Financial, Inc., 3.875%, 5/21/24
175,000

158,595

Ally Financial, Inc., 5.125%, 9/30/24
300,000

294,224

Ally Financial, Inc., 8.00%, 11/1/31
575,000

664,154

Avolon Holdings Funding Ltd., 3.625%, 5/1/22(1)
75,000

66,566

Credit Acceptance Corp., 5.125%, 12/31/24(1)
300,000

275,250

Credit Acceptance Corp., 6.625%, 3/15/26
150,000

142,500

FirstCash, Inc., 5.375%, 6/1/24(1)
50,000

48,312

Global Aircraft Leasing Co. Ltd., 6.50% Cash or 7.25% PIK, 9/15/24(1)(4)
1,975,000

1,286,713

Navient Corp., 5.00%, 10/26/20
25,000

24,711

Navient Corp., 5.875%, 3/25/21
425,000

417,796

Navient Corp., 6.625%, 7/26/21
275,000

283,731

Navient Corp., 6.50%, 6/15/22
350,000

342,202

Navient Corp., 5.50%, 1/25/23
400,000

379,000

Navient Corp., 7.25%, 9/25/23
275,000

271,554

Navient Corp., 5.875%, 10/25/24
450,000

416,412

Navient Corp., 6.75%, 6/25/25
1,425,000

1,321,687

Navient Corp., 6.75%, 6/15/26
675,000

624,746

Navient Corp., 5.00%, 3/15/27
100,000

86,720

Navient Corp., MTN, 6.125%, 3/25/24
625,000

589,081

Park Aerospace Holdings Ltd., 3.625%, 3/15/21(1)
100,000

94,828

Park Aerospace Holdings Ltd., 5.25%, 8/15/22(1)
550,000

497,664

Springleaf Finance Corp., 8.25%, 12/15/20
25,000

25,169

Springleaf Finance Corp., 7.75%, 10/1/21
150,000

150,819

Springleaf Finance Corp., 6.125%, 5/15/22
225,000

229,995

Springleaf Finance Corp., 8.25%, 10/1/23
175,000

176,075

Springleaf Finance Corp., 6.875%, 3/15/25
873,000

885,737

Springleaf Finance Corp., 7.125%, 3/15/26
1,300,000

1,279,688

Springleaf Finance Corp., 6.625%, 1/15/28
525,000

494,524

Springleaf Finance Corp., 5.375%, 11/15/29
200,000

184,214

 
 
11,973,983

Containers and Packaging — 1.9%
 
 
ARD Finance SA, 6.50% Cash or 7.25% PIK, 6/30/27(1)(4)
1,600,000

1,383,120

Ardagh Packaging Finance plc / Ardagh Holdings USA, Inc., 4.25%, 9/15/22(1)
200,000

201,246

Ardagh Packaging Finance plc / Ardagh Holdings USA, Inc., 6.00%, 2/15/25(1)
400,000

404,120

Berry Global, Inc., 6.00%, 10/15/22
250,000

249,141

Berry Global, Inc., 4.875%, 7/15/26(1)
400,000

406,249

Cascades, Inc. / Cascades USA, Inc., 5.125%, 1/15/26(1)
100,000

97,500

Cascades, Inc. / Cascades USA, Inc., 5.375%, 1/15/28(1)
150,000

144,375

Flex Acquisition Co., Inc., 6.875%, 1/15/25(1)
650,000

612,605

Flex Acquisition Co., Inc., 7.875%, 7/15/26(1)
150,000

139,205


14


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Graphic Packaging International LLC, 4.75%, 7/15/27(1)
$
125,000

$
123,318

Greif, Inc., 6.50%, 3/1/27(1)
475,000

458,209

Mauser Packaging Solutions Holding Co., 5.50%, 4/15/24(1)
75,000

69,560

Mauser Packaging Solutions Holding Co., 7.25%, 4/15/25(1)
1,550,000

1,185,796

OI European Group BV, 4.00%, 3/15/23(1)
200,000

191,749

Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc., 5.00%, 1/15/22(1)
50,000

50,775

Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc., 6.375%, 8/15/25(1)
350,000

335,125

Plastipak Holdings, Inc., 6.25%, 10/15/25(1)
75,000

67,688

Reynolds Group Issuer, Inc. / Reynolds Group Issuer LLC / Reynolds Group Issuer Lu, 5.125%, 7/15/23(1)
450,000

449,435

Reynolds Group Issuer, Inc. / Reynolds Group Issuer LLC / Reynolds Group Issuer Lu, 7.00%, 7/15/24(1)
425,000

434,297

Sealed Air Corp., 5.125%, 12/1/24(1)
250,000

253,125

Sealed Air Corp., 4.00%, 12/1/27(1)
575,000

539,120

Silgan Holdings, Inc., 4.125%, 2/1/28(1)
225,000

209,250

Trident TPI Holdings, Inc., 9.25%, 8/1/24(1)
300,000

251,623

Trident TPI Holdings, Inc., 6.625%, 11/1/25(1)
50,000

40,563

Trivium Packaging Finance BV, 5.50%, 8/15/26(1)
400,000

400,249

Trivium Packaging Finance BV, 8.50%, 8/15/27(1)
200,000

202,110

 
 
8,899,553

Distributors — 0.7%
 
 
Anixter, Inc., 6.00%, 12/1/25
400,000

394,998

Performance Food Group, Inc., 5.50%, 6/1/24(1)
2,000,000

1,877,490

Performance Food Group, Inc., 5.50%, 10/15/27(1)
225,000

210,392

Resideo Funding, Inc., 6.125%, 11/1/26(1)
100,000

88,007

Univar Solutions USA, Inc., 5.125%, 12/1/27(1)
700,000

640,885

 
 
3,211,772

Diversified Consumer Services — 0.4%
 
 
GEMS MENASA Cayman Ltd. / GEMS Education Delaware LLC, 7.125%, 7/31/26(1)
200,000

167,601

Graham Holdings Co., 5.75%, 6/1/26(1)
600,000

593,126

Service Corp. International/US, 5.375%, 5/15/24
150,000

153,000

Service Corp. International/US, 5.125%, 6/1/29
375,000

384,581

Sotheby's, 7.375%, 10/15/27(1)
400,000

321,220

WW International, Inc., 8.625%, 12/1/25(1)
200,000

173,249

 
 
1,792,777

Diversified Financial Services — 0.8%
 
 
Cardtronics, Inc. / Cardtronics USA, Inc., 5.50%, 5/1/25(1)
125,000

119,843

Fairstone Financial, Inc., 7.875%, 7/15/24(1)
350,000

332,061

Jefferies Finance LLC / JFIN Co-Issuer Corp., 7.25%, 8/15/24(1)
200,000

173,749

Jefferies Finance LLC / JFIN Co-Issuer Corp., 6.25%, 6/3/26(1)
400,000

372,847

MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC, 7.125%, 6/1/24(1)
800,000

702,024

Oxford Finance LLC / Oxford Finance Co-Issuer II, Inc., 6.375%, 12/15/22(1)
175,000

170,351

Refinitiv US Holdings, Inc., 6.25%, 5/15/26(1)
675,000

700,683

Refinitiv US Holdings, Inc., 8.25%, 11/15/26(1)
300,000

317,250

Verscend Escrow Corp., 9.75%, 8/15/26(1)
650,000

653,702


15


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
VistaJet Malta Finance plc / XO Management Holding, Inc., 10.50%, 6/1/24(1)
$
350,000

$
285,252

 
 
3,827,762

Diversified Telecommunication Services — 6.5%
 
 
Altice France Holding SA, 10.50%, 5/15/27(1)
1,600,000

1,696,000

Altice France Holding SA, 6.00%, 2/15/28(1)
1,200,000

1,064,616

Altice France SA, 7.375%, 5/1/26(1)
1,000,000

1,015,550

Altice France SA, 8.125%, 2/1/27(1)
2,050,000

2,148,502

Altice France SA, 5.50%, 1/15/28(1)
1,700,000

1,601,145

CenturyLink, Inc., 5.625%, 4/1/20
1,175,000

1,175,000

CenturyLink, Inc., 6.45%, 6/15/21
300,000

306,150

CenturyLink, Inc., 5.80%, 3/15/22
325,000

329,765

CenturyLink, Inc., 6.75%, 12/1/23
1,225,000

1,309,592

CenturyLink, Inc., 7.50%, 4/1/24
175,000

192,720

CenturyLink, Inc., 5.125%, 12/15/26(1)
775,000

776,937

Cogent Communications Group, Inc., 5.625%, 4/15/21(1)
75,000

74,438

Cogent Communications Group, Inc., 5.375%, 3/1/22(1)
550,000

557,390

Connect Finco SARL / Connect US Finco LLC, 6.75%, 10/1/26(1)
1,400,000

1,162,000

Digicel Group Two Ltd., 8.25%, 9/30/22(1)
486,000

85,050

Digicel Group Two Ltd., 7.125% Cash plus 2.00% PIK, 4/1/24(1)
202,863

30,429

Embarq Corp., 8.00%, 6/1/36
1,475,000

1,468,104

Front Range BidCo, Inc., 6.125%, 3/1/28(1)
550,000

525,594

Frontier Communications Corp., 10.50%, 9/15/22(5)(6)
3,550,000

957,385

Frontier Communications Corp., 8.50%, 4/1/26(1)(5)
300,000

275,835

Frontier Communications Corp., 8.00%, 4/1/27(1)(5)
525,000

520,711

Hughes Satellite Systems Corp., 6.625%, 8/1/26
650,000

663,947

Intelsat Connect Finance SA, 9.50%, 2/15/23(1)(5)
1,600,000

600,000

Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA, 8.00%, 2/15/24(1)(5)
75,000

72,937

Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA, 8.50%, 10/15/24(1)(5)
1,200,000

763,146

Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA, 9.75%, 7/15/25(1)(5)
1,950,000

1,230,947

Intelsat Luxembourg SA, 7.75%, 6/1/21(5)
75,000

38,063

Intelsat Luxembourg SA, 8.125%, 6/1/23(5)
550,000

116,875

Level 3 Financing, Inc., 5.375%, 8/15/22
289,000

290,662

Level 3 Financing, Inc., 5.625%, 2/1/23
1,050,000

1,043,469

Level 3 Financing, Inc., 5.125%, 5/1/23
250,000

247,186

Level 3 Financing, Inc., 5.375%, 1/15/24
525,000

529,591

Level 3 Financing, Inc., 5.375%, 5/1/25
200,000

200,251

Qualitytech LP / QTS Finance Corp., 4.75%, 11/15/25(1)
125,000

121,718

Qwest Corp., 6.75%, 12/1/21
75,000

76,566

Sprint Capital Corp., 6.875%, 11/15/28
650,000

746,038

Sprint Capital Corp., 8.75%, 3/15/32
3,350,000

4,448,967

Telecom Italia Capital SA, 6.00%, 9/30/34
1,025,000

1,021,892

Telecom Italia Capital SA, 7.20%, 7/18/36
100,000

104,280

Telecom Italia SpA, 5.30%, 5/30/24(1)
200,000

202,506

Telesat Canada / Telesat LLC, 4.875%, 6/1/27(1)
500,000

481,150

Telesat Canada / Telesat LLC, 6.50%, 10/15/27(1)
450,000

434,498

Windstream Holding of the Midwest, Inc., 6.75%, 4/1/28(5)
50,000

40,483


16


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Windstream Services LLC / Windstream Finance Corp., 10.50%, 6/30/24(1)(5)(6)
$
325,000

$
16,250

 
 
30,764,335

Electric Utilities — 2.0%
 
 
Drax Finco plc, 6.625%, 11/1/25(1)
600,000

605,253

NextEra Energy Operating Partners LP, 4.25%, 7/15/24(1)
350,000

343,439

NextEra Energy Operating Partners LP, 4.25%, 9/15/24(1)
75,000

73,594

NextEra Energy Operating Partners LP, 3.875%, 10/15/26(1)
1,050,000

1,003,403

NextEra Energy Operating Partners LP, 4.50%, 9/15/27(1)
150,000

147,295

NRG Energy, Inc., 7.25%, 5/15/26
1,350,000

1,421,617

NRG Energy, Inc., 6.625%, 1/15/27
700,000

731,885

Pacific Gas & Electric Co., 3.25%, 6/15/23(5)(6)
75,000

72,656

Pacific Gas & Electric Co., 6.05%, 3/1/34(5)(6)
1,050,000

1,066,327

Pacific Gas & Electric Co., 5.80%, 3/1/37(5)(6)
300,000

306,840

Pacific Gas & Electric Co., 5.40%, 1/15/40(5)(6)
375,000

383,550

Pacific Gas & Electric Co., 5.125%, 11/15/43(5)(6)
700,000

707,214

Pacific Gas & Electric Co., 4.00%, 12/1/46(5)(6)
100,000

91,780

Talen Energy Supply LLC, 6.50%, 6/1/25
100,000

65,605

Talen Energy Supply LLC, 10.50%, 1/15/26(1)
675,000

490,703

Talen Energy Supply LLC, 7.25%, 5/15/27(1)
75,000

68,194

Talen Energy Supply LLC, 6.625%, 1/15/28(1)
175,000

148,130

Vistra Operations Co. LLC, 3.55%, 7/15/24(1)
325,000

306,491

Vistra Operations Co. LLC, 5.625%, 2/15/27(1)
350,000

362,880

Vistra Operations Co. LLC, 5.00%, 7/31/27(1)
850,000

867,468

 
 
9,264,324

Electronic Equipment, Instruments and Components — 0.1%
 
 
MTS Systems Corp., 5.75%, 8/15/27(1)
250,000

234,011

TTM Technologies, Inc., 5.625%, 10/1/25(1)
75,000

63,656

 
 
297,667

Energy Equipment and Services — 1.4%
 
 
Apergy Corp., 6.375%, 5/1/26
50,000

38,927

Archrock Partners LP / Archrock Partners Finance Corp., 6.875%, 4/1/27(1)
425,000

304,754

Archrock Partners LP / Archrock Partners Finance Corp., 6.25%, 4/1/28(1)
525,000

366,187

Basic Energy Services, Inc., 10.75%, 10/15/23(1)
75,000

37,500

Calfrac Holdings LP, 8.50%, 6/15/26(1)
175,000

14,875

Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc., 3.45%, 11/1/23(5)
175,000

53,155

Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc., 7.875%, 8/15/25(5)
750,000

198,281

Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc., 5.70%, 10/15/39(5)
200,000

33,061

Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc., 4.875%, 11/1/43(5)
125,000

18,163

Ensign Drilling, Inc., 9.25%, 4/15/24(1)
825,000

309,350

Exterran Energy Solutions LP / EES Finance Corp., 8.125%, 5/1/25
650,000

432,250

FTS International, Inc., 6.25%, 5/1/22
800,000

284,749

Global Marine, Inc., 7.00%, 6/1/28
25,000

8,437

KCA Deutag UK Finance plc, 9.625%, 4/1/23(1)
300,000

109,031

Nabors Industries Ltd., 7.25%, 1/15/26(1)
450,000

156,375

Nabors Industries Ltd., 7.50%, 1/15/28(1)
250,000

81,875


17


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Nabors Industries, Inc., 5.75%, 2/1/25
$
1,000,000

$
228,745

Nine Energy Service, Inc., 8.75%, 11/1/23(1)
125,000

32,481

Noble Holding International Ltd., 7.75%, 1/15/24
113,000

11,158

Noble Holding International Ltd., 7.875%, 2/1/26(1)
800,000

198,834

Noble Holding International Ltd., 6.20%, 8/1/40
25,000

1,633

Noble Holding International Ltd., 8.95%, 4/1/45
100,000

6,031

Precision Drilling Corp., 5.25%, 11/15/24
25,000

8,969

Precision Drilling Corp., 7.125%, 1/15/26(1)
525,000

177,735

SESI LLC, 7.125%, 12/15/21(1)
400,000

173,000

SESI LLC, 7.75%, 9/15/24
150,000

40,312

Shelf Drilling Holdings Ltd., 8.25%, 2/15/25(1)
800,000

402,400

Transocean Guardian Ltd., 5.875%, 1/15/24(1)
709,750

573,102

Transocean Pontus Ltd., 6.125%, 8/1/25(1)
125,250

102,388

Transocean Poseidon Ltd., 6.875%, 2/1/27(1)
225,000

183,818

Transocean Sentry Ltd., 5.375%, 5/15/23(1)
275,000

233,054

Transocean, Inc., 5.80%, 10/15/22
225,000

140,836

Transocean, Inc., 7.25%, 11/1/25(1)
200,000

102,054

Transocean, Inc., 8.00%, 2/1/27(1)
875,000

418,906

Transocean, Inc., 7.50%, 4/15/31
800,000

209,940

Transocean, Inc., 6.80%, 3/15/38
200,000

47,560

Transocean, Inc., 9.35%, 12/15/41
150,000

37,501

USA Compression Partners LP / USA Compression Finance Corp., 6.875%, 4/1/26
700,000

441,435

USA Compression Partners LP / USA Compression Finance Corp., 6.875%, 9/1/27
275,000

172,026

 
 
6,390,888

Entertainment — 1.2%
 
 
Allen Media LLC / Allen Media Co-Issuer, Inc., 10.50%, 2/15/28(1)
600,000

494,565

AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc., 5.875%, 11/15/26
925,000

390,320

AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc., 6.125%, 5/15/27
475,000

200,723

Banijay Entertainment SASU, 5.375%, 3/1/25(1)
200,000

184,500

Cinemark USA, Inc., 5.125%, 12/15/22
225,000

179,648

Cinemark USA, Inc., 4.875%, 6/1/23
150,000

113,246

Lions Gate Capital Holdings LLC, 6.375%, 2/1/24(1)
650,000

576,855

Lions Gate Capital Holdings LLC, 5.875%, 11/1/24(1)
500,000

430,278

Live Nation Entertainment, Inc., 5.625%, 3/15/26(1)
500,000

449,271

Netflix, Inc., 5.375%, 2/1/21
583,000

591,308

Netflix, Inc., 5.875%, 11/15/28
425,000

457,109

Netflix, Inc., 6.375%, 5/15/29
1,050,000

1,150,327

Netflix, Inc., 5.375%, 11/15/29(1)
100,000

105,055

WMG Acquisition Corp., 5.00%, 8/1/23(1)
50,000

50,062

WMG Acquisition Corp., 5.50%, 4/15/26(1)
300,000

295,813

 
 
5,669,080

Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 1.4%
 
 
ESH Hospitality, Inc., 5.25%, 5/1/25(1)
350,000

296,189

ESH Hospitality, Inc., 4.625%, 10/1/27(1)
925,000

726,634

FelCor Lodging LP, 6.00%, 6/1/25
1,150,000

1,108,307


18


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
GEO Group, Inc. (The), 5.875%, 10/15/24
$
25,000

$
17,719

GEO Group, Inc. (The), 6.00%, 4/15/26
50,000

32,848

GLP Capital LP / GLP Financing II, Inc., 5.25%, 6/1/25
75,000

69,935

HAT Holdings I LLC / HAT Holdings II LLC, 5.25%, 7/15/24(1)
375,000

362,346

Iron Mountain, Inc., 5.75%, 8/15/24
125,000

125,309

Iron Mountain, Inc., 4.875%, 9/15/29(1)
850,000

804,395

MGM Growth Properties Operating Partnership LP / MGP Finance Co-Issuer, Inc., 5.75%, 2/1/27
75,000

65,531

MPT Operating Partnership LP / MPT Finance Corp., 5.50%, 5/1/24
150,000

146,437

RHP Hotel Properties LP / RHP Finance Corp., 5.00%, 4/15/23
25,000

19,719

SBA Communications Corp., 4.00%, 10/1/22
200,000

201,436

SBA Communications Corp., 3.875%, 2/15/27(1)
800,000

808,000

Uniti Group LP / Uniti Fiber Holdings, Inc. / CSL Capital LLC, 7.125%, 12/15/24(1)
50,000

37,517

Uniti Group LP / Uniti Fiber Holdings, Inc. / CSL Capital LLC, 7.875%, 2/15/25(1)
925,000

867,187

Uniti Group LP / Uniti Group Finance, Inc. / CSL Capital LLC, 6.00%, 4/15/23(1)
75,000

68,812

VICI Properties LP / VICI Note Co., Inc., 4.25%, 12/1/26(1)
175,000

161,526

VICI Properties LP / VICI Note Co., Inc., 3.75%, 2/15/27(1)
225,000

213,328

VICI Properties LP / VICI Note Co., Inc., 4.125%, 8/15/30(1)
225,000

214,453

 
 
6,347,628

Food and Staples Retailing — 1.0%
 
 
Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 3.50%, 2/15/23(1)
425,000

421,600

Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 6.625%, 6/15/24
1,550,000

1,584,828

Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 5.75%, 3/15/25
425,000

428,190

Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 4.625%, 1/15/27(1)
650,000

650,357

Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 5.875%, 2/15/28(1)
125,000

127,919

Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 4.875%, 2/15/30(1)
275,000

274,313

Ingles Markets, Inc., 5.75%, 6/15/23
97,000

97,240

Rite Aid Corp., 6.125%, 4/1/23(1)
534,000

463,245

Rite Aid Corp., 7.50%, 7/1/25(1)
91,000

87,133

Sysco Corp., 5.65%, 4/1/25(7)
75,000

78,176

Sysco Corp., 6.60%, 4/1/40(7)
50,000

53,791

Sysco Corp., 6.60%, 4/1/50(7)
250,000

272,572

 
 
4,539,364

Food Products — 3.2%
 
 
Chobani LLC / Chobani Finance Corp., Inc., 7.50%, 4/15/25(1)
450,000

412,861

Clearwater Seafoods, Inc., 6.875%, 5/1/25(1)
75,000

64,594

Cooke Omega Investments, Inc. / Alpha VesselCo Holdings, Inc., 8.50%, 12/15/22(1)
650,000

645,733

Darling Ingredients, Inc., 5.25%, 4/15/27(1)
125,000

122,083

HLF Financing Sarl LLC / Herbalife International, Inc., 7.25%, 8/15/26(1)
150,000

128,063


19


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
JBS Investments II GmbH, 7.00%, 1/15/26(1)
$
200,000

$
200,408

JBS Investments II GmbH, 5.75%, 1/15/28(1)
200,000

195,210

JBS USA LUX SA / JBS USA Finance, Inc., 5.875%, 7/15/24(1)
75,000

76,219

JBS USA LUX SA / JBS USA Finance, Inc., 5.75%, 6/15/25(1)
300,000

305,624

JBS USA LUX SA / JBS USA Food Co. / JBS USA Finance, Inc., 6.50%, 4/15/29(1)
800,000

862,600

JBS USA LUX SA / JBS USA Food Co. / JBS USA Finance, Inc., 5.50%, 1/15/30(1)
375,000

389,269

KeHE Distributors LLC / KeHE Finance Corp., 8.625%, 10/15/26(1)
125,000

126,328

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 4.625%, 1/30/29
100,000

101,019

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 3.75%, 4/1/30(1)
175,000

167,318

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 5.00%, 7/15/35
875,000

875,789

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 6.875%, 1/26/39
300,000

345,260

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 6.50%, 2/9/40
1,050,000

1,152,985

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 5.00%, 6/4/42
450,000

428,494

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 5.20%, 7/15/45
1,025,000

991,299

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 4.375%, 6/1/46
2,675,000

2,425,219

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 4.875%, 10/1/49(1)
1,400,000

1,280,224

Pilgrim's Pride Corp., 5.75%, 3/15/25(1)
525,000

530,909

Pilgrim's Pride Corp., 5.875%, 9/30/27(1)
477,000

477,930

Post Holdings, Inc., 5.00%, 8/15/26(1)
241,000

249,363

Post Holdings, Inc., 5.75%, 3/1/27(1)
1,000,000

1,031,677

Post Holdings, Inc., 5.625%, 1/15/28(1)
650,000

664,982

Post Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 4/15/30(1)
425,000

410,125

US Foods, Inc., 5.875%, 6/15/24(1)
300,000

272,624

 
 
14,934,209

Gas Utilities — 0.1%
 
 
AmeriGas Partners LP / AmeriGas Finance Corp., 5.50%, 5/20/25
625,000

579,669

AmeriGas Partners LP / AmeriGas Finance Corp., 5.75%, 5/20/27
100,000

93,709

 
 
673,378

Health Care Equipment and Supplies — 0.2%
 
 
Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc., 4.375%, 9/15/27(1)
175,000

173,870

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. / Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics SA, 6.625%, 5/15/22(1)
317,000

301,936

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. / Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics SA, 7.25%, 2/1/28(1)
275,000

238,535

 
 
714,341

Health Care Providers and Services — 4.4%
 
 
ASP AMC Merger Sub, Inc., 8.00%, 5/15/25(1)
550,000

321,060

Catalent Pharma Solutions, Inc., 5.00%, 7/15/27(1)
100,000

97,555

Centene Corp., 4.75%, 5/15/22
1,375,000

1,389,217

Centene Corp., 4.75%, 1/15/25(1)
850,000

865,942

Centene Corp., 5.375%, 6/1/26(1)
700,000

724,962

Centene Corp., 5.375%, 8/15/26(1)
25,000

25,781

Centene Corp., 4.25%, 12/15/27(1)
1,500,000

1,511,175

Centene Corp., 4.625%, 12/15/29(1)
850,000

858,967

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 6.875%, 2/1/22
391,000

296,183

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 8.625%, 1/15/24(1)
550,000

547,063


20


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 8.125%, 6/30/24(1)
$
71,000

$
49,725

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 8.00%, 3/15/26(1)
1,525,000

1,457,324

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 8.00%, 12/15/27(1)
125,000

115,938

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 6.875%, 4/1/28(1)
479,000

193,995

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., VRN, 9.875%, 6/30/23(1)
125,000

98,593

CHS/Community Health Systems, Inc., 6.625%, 2/15/25(1)
875,000

815,937

DaVita, Inc., 5.125%, 7/15/24
1,225,000

1,228,987

Encompass Health Corp., 5.75%, 11/1/24
248,000

250,717

Encompass Health Corp., 4.75%, 2/1/30
300,000

297,165

Envision Healthcare Corp., 8.75%, 10/15/26(1)
850,000

213,386

HCA, Inc., 5.875%, 5/1/23
450,000

472,556

HCA, Inc., 5.375%, 2/1/25
550,000

563,060

HCA, Inc., 7.69%, 6/15/25
250,000

264,686

HCA, Inc., 5.875%, 2/15/26
450,000

471,128

HCA, Inc., 5.375%, 9/1/26
400,000

415,030

HCA, Inc., 5.625%, 9/1/28
650,000

683,963

HCA, Inc., 3.50%, 9/1/30
350,000

318,980

HCA, Inc., MTN, 7.58%, 9/15/25
1,250,000

1,293,750

IQVIA, Inc., 5.00%, 5/15/27(1)
475,000

488,997

LifePoint Health, Inc., 4.375%, 2/15/27(1)
200,000

189,900

MEDNAX, Inc., 6.25%, 1/15/27(1)
125,000

101,259

Polaris Intermediate Corp., 8.50% Cash or 9.25% PIK, 12/1/22(1)(4)
575,000

449,926

Radiology Partners, Inc., 9.25%, 2/1/28(1)
125,000

109,156

Select Medical Corp., 6.25%, 8/15/26(1)
575,000

578,165

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 8.125%, 4/1/22
275,000

261,344

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 6.75%, 6/15/23
350,000

325,064

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 4.625%, 7/15/24
425,000

406,938

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 4.625%, 9/1/24(1)
400,000

385,120

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 4.875%, 1/1/26(1)
750,000

717,187

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 6.25%, 2/1/27(1)
225,000

220,219

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 5.125%, 11/1/27(1)
225,000

215,719

West Street Merger Sub, Inc., 6.375%, 9/1/25(1)
500,000

439,585

 
 
20,731,404

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 7.1%
 
 
1011778 BC ULC / New Red Finance, Inc., 4.25%, 5/15/24(1)
125,000

125,468

1011778 BC ULC / New Red Finance, Inc., 5.00%, 10/15/25(1)
2,450,000

2,355,050

1011778 BC ULC / New Red Finance, Inc., 4.375%, 1/15/28(1)
300,000

278,835

Aramark Services, Inc., 5.00%, 4/1/25(1)
100,000

95,407

Aramark Services, Inc., 5.00%, 2/1/28(1)
465,000

435,319

Arrow Bidco LLC, 9.50%, 3/15/24(1)
75,000

34,406

Boyd Gaming Corp., 6.375%, 4/1/26
1,725,000

1,501,699

Boyd Gaming Corp., 6.00%, 8/15/26
850,000

738,261

Boyne USA, Inc., 7.25%, 5/1/25(1)
675,000

650,528

Caesars Resort Collection LLC / CRC Finco, Inc., 5.25%, 10/15/25(1)
1,010,000

736,997

Carlson Travel, Inc., 9.50%, 12/15/24(1)
502,000

335,710

Cedar Fair LP / Canada's Wonderland Co. / Magnum Management Corp., 5.375%, 6/1/24
400,000

363,498


21


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Churchill Downs, Inc., 5.50%, 4/1/27(1)
$
500,000

$
474,025

Churchill Downs, Inc., 4.75%, 1/15/28(1)
100,000

87,555

Downstream Development Authority of the Quapaw Tribe of Oklahoma, 10.50%, 2/15/23(1)
300,000

242,624

Eldorado Resorts, Inc., 7.00%, 8/1/23
1,075,000

974,224

Eldorado Resorts, Inc., 6.00%, 4/1/25
1,250,000

1,132,819

Enterprise Development Authority (The), 12.00%, 7/15/24(1)
900,000

790,871

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Ltd., 8.25%, 3/1/24(1)
830,000

729,358

Golden Entertainment, Inc., 7.625%, 4/15/26(1)
700,000

466,982

Golden Nugget, Inc., 6.75%, 10/15/24(1)
1,675,000

1,067,578

Golden Nugget, Inc., 8.75%, 10/1/25(1)
1,550,000

811,766

Hilton Domestic Operating Co., Inc., 5.125%, 5/1/26
1,125,000

1,086,798

Hilton Worldwide Finance LLC / Hilton Worldwide Finance Corp., 4.625%, 4/1/25
200,000

187,749

Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino, 9.25% Cash or 9.25% PIK, 11/30/20(4)
147,722

146,983

IRB Holding Corp., 6.75%, 2/15/26(1)
275,000

219,026

Jacobs Entertainment, Inc., 7.875%, 2/1/24(1)
780,000

663,971

KFC Holding Co. / Pizza Hut Holdings LLC / Taco Bell of America LLC, 5.00%, 6/1/24(1)
1,275,000

1,257,475

KFC Holding Co. / Pizza Hut Holdings LLC / Taco Bell of America LLC, 5.25%, 6/1/26(1)
105,000

105,648

KFC Holding Co. / Pizza Hut Holdings LLC / Taco Bell of America LLC, 4.75%, 6/1/27(1)
725,000

686,551

LTF Merger Sub, Inc., 8.50%, 6/15/23(1)
3,661,000

3,034,035

Marriott Ownership Resorts, Inc., 4.75%, 1/15/28(1)
125,000

94,818

Marriott Ownership Resorts, Inc. / ILG LLC, 6.50%, 9/15/26
475,000

415,920

Melco Resorts Finance Ltd., 5.25%, 4/26/26(1)
525,000

476,478

Melco Resorts Finance Ltd., 5.625%, 7/17/27(1)
200,000

175,840

Melco Resorts Finance Ltd., 5.375%, 12/4/29(1)
400,000

348,011

Merlin Entertainments Ltd., 5.75%, 6/15/26(1)
800,000

682,834

MGM China Holdings Ltd., 5.375%, 5/15/24(1)
600,000

569,433

MGM Resorts International, 7.75%, 3/15/22
750,000

746,895

MGM Resorts International, 6.00%, 3/15/23
1,800,000

1,748,259

MGM Resorts International, 5.50%, 4/15/27
131,000

119,937

Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 7.875%, 10/15/24(1)
1,650,000

1,235,429

Motion Bondco DAC, 6.625%, 11/15/27(1)
200,000

145,000

Nathan's Famous, Inc., 6.625%, 11/1/25(1)
200,000

187,000

NCL Corp. Ltd., 3.625%, 12/15/24(1)
75,000

48,398

Scientific Games International, Inc., 8.25%, 3/15/26(1)
250,000

161,433

Scientific Games International, Inc., 7.00%, 5/15/28(1)
975,000

605,036

Scientific Games International, Inc., 7.25%, 11/15/29(1)
925,000

577,616

Speedway Motorsports LLC / Speedway Funding II, Inc., 4.875%, 11/1/27(1)
175,000

158,813

Twin River Worldwide Holdings, Inc., 6.75%, 6/1/27(1)
100,000

75,854

Viking Cruises Ltd., 6.25%, 5/15/25(1)
25,000

16,219

Viking Cruises Ltd., 5.875%, 9/15/27(1)
650,000

383,929

Wyndham Destinations, Inc., 4.625%, 3/1/30(1)
225,000

174,516

Wynn Las Vegas LLC / Wynn Las Vegas Capital Corp., 5.50%, 3/1/25(1)
300,000

281,241


22


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Wynn Las Vegas LLC / Wynn Las Vegas Capital Corp., 5.25%, 5/15/27(1)
$
725,000

$
658,844

Wynn Macau Ltd., 4.875%, 10/1/24(1)
200,000

188,749

Wynn Macau Ltd., 5.50%, 10/1/27(1)
425,000

379,943

Wynn Resorts Finance LLC / Wynn Resorts Capital Corp., 5.125%, 10/1/29(1)
125,000

114,453

Yum! Brands, Inc., 3.875%, 11/1/23
525,000

492,841

Yum! Brands, Inc., 7.75%, 4/1/25(1)(7)
125,000

131,563

 
 
33,212,518

Household Durables — 2.6%
 
 
Adams Homes, Inc., 7.50%, 2/15/25(1)
450,000

433,125

Ashton Woods USA LLC / Ashton Woods Finance Co., 6.75%, 8/1/25(1)
325,000

262,842

Ashton Woods USA LLC / Ashton Woods Finance Co., 6.625%, 1/15/28(1)
300,000

239,250

Beazer Homes USA, Inc., 6.75%, 3/15/25
477,000

388,156

Beazer Homes USA, Inc., 7.25%, 10/15/29
350,000

268,651

Brookfield Residential Properties, Inc. / Brookfield Residential US Corp., 6.375%, 5/15/25(1)
100,000

90,875

Brookfield Residential Properties, Inc. / Brookfield Residential US Corp., 4.875%, 2/15/30(1)
450,000

343,552

Century Communities, Inc., 5.875%, 7/15/25
325,000

281,292

Century Communities, Inc., 6.75%, 6/1/27
750,000

612,253

Installed Building Products, Inc., 5.75%, 2/1/28(1)
300,000

288,313

K Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc., 13.50%, 2/1/26(1)
26,000

20,280

K Hovnanian Enterprises, Inc., 5.00%, 2/1/40(1)
26,000

10,465

KB Home, 7.00%, 12/15/21
125,000

124,838

KB Home, 7.625%, 5/15/23
50,000

50,687

KB Home, 6.875%, 6/15/27
650,000

655,553

Lennar Corp., 4.75%, 4/1/21
525,000

522,616

Lennar Corp., 6.25%, 12/15/21
50,000

50,310

Lennar Corp., 5.00%, 6/15/27
200,000

184,708

Mattamy Group Corp., 4.625%, 3/1/30(1)
525,000

454,453

Meritage Homes Corp., 7.00%, 4/1/22
275,000

277,320

Meritage Homes Corp., 6.00%, 6/1/25
925,000

861,402

Newell Brands, Inc., 4.20%, 4/1/26
1,400,000

1,372,489

Newell Brands, Inc., 5.625%, 4/1/36
1,100,000

1,095,488

Newell Brands, Inc., 5.75%, 4/1/46
225,000

229,083

Shea Homes LP / Shea Homes Funding Corp., 4.75%, 2/15/28(1)
325,000

279,297

Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc., 6.00%, 9/1/23(1)
150,000

145,688

Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc., 5.875%, 1/31/25(1)
125,000

117,656

Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc., 6.625%, 7/15/27(1)
150,000

136,688

Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc., 5.75%, 1/15/28(1)
225,000

202,828

Toll Brothers Finance Corp., 5.875%, 2/15/22
525,000

527,625

TopBuild Corp., 5.625%, 5/1/26(1)
350,000

324,990

TRI Pointe Group, Inc., 5.25%, 6/1/27
175,000

157,192

TRI Pointe Group, Inc. / TRI Pointe Homes, Inc., 5.875%, 6/15/24
390,000

365,713

Williams Scotsman International, Inc., 7.875%, 12/15/22(1)
158,000

155,462


23


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Williams Scotsman International, Inc., 6.875%, 8/15/23(1)
$
1,000,000

$
918,745

 
 
12,449,885

Household Products — 0.6%
 
 
Central Garden & Pet Co., 6.125%, 11/15/23
75,000

72,086

Central Garden & Pet Co., 5.125%, 2/1/28
75,000

70,016

Energizer Holdings, Inc., 5.50%, 6/15/25(1)
900,000

878,629

Energizer Holdings, Inc., 6.375%, 7/15/26(1)
325,000

330,054

Energizer Holdings, Inc., 7.75%, 1/15/27(1)
175,000

181,869

Kronos Acquisition Holdings, Inc., 9.00%, 8/15/23(1)
350,000

290,061

Prestige Brands, Inc., 6.375%, 3/1/24(1)
100,000

103,125

Prestige Brands, Inc., 5.125%, 1/15/28(1)
275,000

274,395

Spectrum Brands, Inc., 6.125%, 12/15/24
225,000

216,843

Spectrum Brands, Inc., 5.75%, 7/15/25
275,000

259,179

 
 
2,676,257

Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers — 2.2%
 
Calpine Corp., 5.50%, 2/1/24
575,000

550,545

Calpine Corp., 5.75%, 1/15/25
325,000

303,063

Calpine Corp., 5.25%, 6/1/26(1)
150,000

143,545

Calpine Corp., 4.50%, 2/15/28(1)
625,000

608,125

Calpine Corp., 5.125%, 3/15/28(1)
1,600,000

1,484,000

Clearway Energy Operating LLC, 5.75%, 10/15/25
1,300,000

1,295,131

Clearway Energy Operating LLC, 5.00%, 9/15/26
1,350,000

1,317,657

Clearway Energy Operating LLC, 4.75%, 3/15/28(1)
575,000

535,469

Pattern Energy Group, Inc., 5.875%, 2/1/24(1)
100,000

100,143

TerraForm Power Operating LLC, 4.25%, 1/31/23(1)
350,000

349,990

TerraForm Power Operating LLC, 5.00%, 1/31/28(1)
175,000

184,336

TerraForm Power Operating LLC, 4.75%, 1/15/30(1)
650,000

634,107

Vistra Energy Corp., 5.875%, 6/1/23
2,800,000

2,813,916

 
 
10,320,027

Industrial Conglomerates — 0.1%
 
 
Amsted Industries, Inc., 5.625%, 7/1/27(1)
125,000

122,682

Stena International SA, 6.125%, 2/1/25(1)
200,000

169,500

 
 
292,182

Insurance — 1.4%
 
 
Acrisure LLC / Acrisure Finance, Inc., 8.125%, 2/15/24(1)
575,000

563,313

Acrisure LLC / Acrisure Finance, Inc., 7.00%, 11/15/25(1)
1,050,000

910,843

Acrisure LLC / Acrisure Finance, Inc., 10.125%, 8/1/26(1)
175,000

163,996

Ardonagh Midco 3 plc, 8.625%, 7/15/23(1)
450,000

403,315

Ardonagh Midco 3 plc, 8.625%, 7/15/23(1)
200,000

179,749

AssuredPartners, Inc., 7.00%, 8/15/25(1)
475,000

431,048

Fidelity & Guaranty Life Holdings, Inc., 5.50%, 5/1/25(1)
700,000

696,689

Genworth Holdings, Inc., 7.625%, 9/24/21
350,000

334,936

Genworth Holdings, Inc., 4.90%, 8/15/23
625,000

542,187

Genworth Holdings, Inc., 4.80%, 2/15/24
250,000

218,125

GTCR AP Finance, Inc., 8.00%, 5/15/27(1)
75,000

69,641

HUB International Ltd., 7.00%, 5/1/26(1)
1,225,000

1,222,029


24


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
MBIA Insurance Corp., VRN, 13.09%, (3-month LIBOR plus 11.26%), 1/15/33(1)(5)(6)
$
125,000

$
67,318

MBIA, Inc., 7.15%, 7/15/27
25,000

20,319

USI, Inc., 6.875%, 5/1/25(1)
575,000

539,045

 
 
6,362,553

Interactive Media and Services — 0.3%
 
 
Match Group, Inc., 6.375%, 6/1/24
1,185,000

1,204,262

Match Group, Inc., 5.00%, 12/15/27(1)
75,000

72,266

Match Group, Inc., 5.625%, 2/15/29(1)
100,000

96,354

Twitter, Inc., 3.875%, 12/15/27(1)
150,000

145,406

 
 
1,518,288

Internet and Direct Marketing Retail — 0.2%
 
 
Go Daddy Operating Co. LLC / GD Finance Co., Inc., 5.25%, 12/1/27(1)
625,000

634,219

QVC, Inc., 4.75%, 2/15/27
400,000

355,597

 
 
989,816

IT Services — 0.9%
 
 
Banff Merger Sub, Inc., 9.75%, 9/1/26(1)
375,000

332,841

CDW LLC / CDW Finance Corp., 5.00%, 9/1/25
275,000

285,053

Exela Intermediate LLC / Exela Finance, Inc., 10.00%, 7/15/23(1)
1,000,000

270,000

Gartner, Inc., 5.125%, 4/1/25(1)
225,000

221,345

Presidio Holdings, Inc., 4.875%, 2/1/27(1)
325,000

294,328

Presidio Holdings, Inc., 8.25%, 2/1/28(1)
775,000

688,781

Science Applications International Corp., 4.875%, 4/1/28(1)
725,000

700,078

Tempo Acquisition LLC / Tempo Acquisition Finance Corp., 6.75%, 6/1/25(1)
725,000

668,834

Vericast Corp., 8.375%, 8/15/22(1)
1,025,000

799,178

 
 
4,260,438

Leisure Products — 0.2%
 
 
Mattel, Inc., 6.75%, 12/31/25(1)
450,000

461,815

Mattel, Inc., 5.875%, 12/15/27(1)
200,000

205,110

Mattel, Inc., 5.45%, 11/1/41
75,000

60,023

 
 
726,948

Life Sciences Tools and Services — 0.3%
 
 
Avantor, Inc., 6.00%, 10/1/24(1)
100,000

105,396

Avantor, Inc., 9.00%, 10/1/25(1)
1,000,000

1,058,955

Charles River Laboratories International, Inc., 5.50%, 4/1/26(1)
450,000

462,135

 
 
1,626,486

Machinery — 1.0%
 
 
BCD Acquisition, Inc., 9.625%, 9/15/23(1)
50,000

41,749

Cleaver-Brooks, Inc., 7.875%, 3/1/23(1)
50,000

41,937

Cloud Crane LLC, 10.125%, 8/1/24(1)
550,000

436,565

Colfax Corp., 6.00%, 2/15/24(1)
225,000

225,282

Colfax Corp., 6.375%, 2/15/26(1)
75,000

74,156

EnPro Industries, Inc., 5.75%, 10/15/26
425,000

417,247

Granite US Holdings Corp., 11.00%, 10/1/27(1)
150,000

129,969

Husky III Holding Ltd., 13.00% Cash or 13.75% PIK, 2/15/25(1)(4)
400,000

296,792

JPW Industries Holding Corp., 9.00%, 10/1/24(1)
75,000

59,062


25


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Manitowoc Co., Inc. (The), 9.00%, 4/1/26(1)
$
100,000

$
89,212

Navistar International Corp., 6.625%, 11/1/25(1)
500,000

419,377

RBS Global, Inc. / Rexnord LLC, 4.875%, 12/15/25(1)
125,000

117,809

SPX FLOW, Inc., 5.625%, 8/15/24(1)
50,000

48,937

SPX FLOW, Inc., 5.875%, 8/15/26(1)
375,000

363,203

Stevens Holding Co., Inc., 6.125%, 10/1/26(1)
150,000

149,469

Tennant Co., 5.625%, 5/1/25
150,000

145,687

Titan Acquisition Ltd. / Titan Co-Borrower LLC, 7.75%, 4/15/26(1)
500,000

420,984

Titan International, Inc., 6.50%, 11/30/23
425,000

194,967

Wabash National Corp., 5.50%, 10/1/25(1)
200,000

160,749

Werner FinCo LP / Werner FinCo, Inc., 8.75%, 7/15/25(1)
700,000

622,121

 
 
4,455,274

Media — 10.7%
 
 
Altice Financing SA, 7.50%, 5/15/26(1)
1,100,000

1,075,855

Altice Financing SA, 5.00%, 1/15/28(1)
1,000,000

892,500

AMC Networks, Inc., 4.75%, 12/15/22
350,000

341,264

AMC Networks, Inc., 5.00%, 4/1/24
300,000

289,500

Block Communications, Inc., 4.875%, 3/1/28(1)
225,000

210,516

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.25%, 9/30/22
225,000

222,264

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 4.00%, 3/1/23(1)
600,000

602,232

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.125%, 5/1/23(1)
1,100,000

1,117,880

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.875%, 4/1/24(1)
550,000

565,815

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.375%, 5/1/25(1)
425,000

438,368

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.75%, 2/15/26(1)
3,075,000

3,124,046

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.50%, 5/1/26(1)
675,000

688,208

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.875%, 5/1/27(1)
350,000

362,897

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.00%, 2/1/28(1)
375,000

378,585

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 4.75%, 3/1/30(1)
225,000

225,686

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 4.50%, 8/15/30(1)
2,875,000

2,833,672

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 4.50%, 5/1/32(1)
1,825,000

1,790,006

Clear Channel Worldwide Holdings, Inc., 9.25%, 2/15/24(1)
638,000

552,671

Clear Channel Worldwide Holdings, Inc., 5.125%, 8/15/27(1)
1,525,000

1,436,474

CSC Holdings LLC, 6.75%, 11/15/21
50,000

51,838

CSC Holdings LLC, 5.375%, 7/15/23(1)
200,000

203,251

CSC Holdings LLC, 10.875%, 10/15/25(1)
3,700,000

4,007,562

CSC Holdings LLC, 5.50%, 5/15/26(1)
400,000

416,527

CSC Holdings LLC, 6.50%, 2/1/29(1)
1,600,000

1,734,584

CSC Holdings LLC, 5.75%, 1/15/30(1)
2,850,000

2,884,798

Diamond Sports Group LLC / Diamond Sports Finance Co., 5.375%, 8/15/26(1)
1,075,000

879,503

Diamond Sports Group LLC / Diamond Sports Finance Co., 6.625%, 8/15/27(1)
675,000

455,152

DISH DBS Corp., 5.125%, 5/1/20
225,000

224,056

DISH DBS Corp., 6.75%, 6/1/21
75,000

76,460


26


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
DISH DBS Corp., 5.875%, 7/15/22
$
50,000

$
48,958

DISH DBS Corp., 5.00%, 3/15/23
75,000

72,564

DISH DBS Corp., 5.875%, 11/15/24
900,000

882,076

EW Scripps Co. (The), 5.125%, 5/15/25(1)
275,000

244,405

GCI LLC, 6.625%, 6/15/24(1)
350,000

349,561

Gray Television, Inc., 5.125%, 10/15/24(1)
830,000

807,179

Gray Television, Inc., 5.875%, 7/15/26(1)
775,000

750,471

Gray Television, Inc., 7.00%, 5/15/27(1)
825,000

825,454

iHeartCommunications, Inc., 6.375%, 5/1/26
601,300

572,364

iHeartCommunications, Inc., 8.375%, 5/1/27
152,438

130,632

iHeartCommunications, Inc., 5.25%, 8/15/27(1)
825,000

723,484

iHeartCommunications, Inc., 4.75%, 1/15/28(1)
525,000

475,414

Lamar Media Corp., 5.00%, 5/1/23
250,000

249,368

Lamar Media Corp., 5.75%, 2/1/26
50,000

51,438

Lamar Media Corp., 3.75%, 2/15/28(1)
275,000

259,842

Lamar Media Corp., 4.00%, 2/15/30(1)
325,000

304,687

LCPR Senior Secured Financing DAC, 6.75%, 10/15/27(1)
400,000

396,220

Midcontinent Communications / Midcontinent Finance Corp., 5.375%, 8/15/27(1)
350,000

341,865

Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc., 5.625%, 8/1/24(1)
550,000

521,122

Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc., 5.625%, 7/15/27(1)
1,425,000

1,400,846

Outfront Media Capital LLC / Outfront Media Capital Corp., 5.00%, 8/15/27(1)
950,000

879,272

Outfront Media Capital LLC / Outfront Media Capital Corp., 4.625%, 3/15/30(1)
50,000

44,778

Quebecor Media, Inc., 5.75%, 1/15/23
425,000

433,987

Salem Media Group, Inc., 6.75%, 6/1/24(1)
175,000

146,125

Scripps Escrow, Inc., 5.875%, 7/15/27(1)
225,000

199,249

Sinclair Television Group, Inc., 5.875%, 3/15/26(1)
225,000

201,047

Sinclair Television Group, Inc., 5.125%, 2/15/27(1)
75,000

64,016

Sinclair Television Group, Inc., 5.50%, 3/1/30(1)
675,000

562,309

Sirius XM Radio, Inc., 3.875%, 8/1/22(1)
439,000

440,637

Sirius XM Radio, Inc., 4.625%, 5/15/23(1)
250,000

249,061

Sirius XM Radio, Inc., 4.625%, 7/15/24(1)
725,000

740,359

Sirius XM Radio, Inc., 5.00%, 8/1/27(1)
200,000

204,090

Sirius XM Radio, Inc., 5.50%, 7/1/29(1)
750,000

769,162

TEGNA, Inc., 4.875%, 9/15/21(1)
25,000

24,594

TEGNA, Inc., 4.625%, 3/15/28(1)
1,550,000

1,370,781

TEGNA, Inc., 5.00%, 9/15/29(1)
425,000

384,094

Townsquare Media, Inc., 6.50%, 4/1/23(1)
775,000

750,777

Univision Communications, Inc., 6.75%, 9/15/22(1)
436,000

422,238

Univision Communications, Inc., 5.125%, 2/15/25(1)
350,000

301,000

UPC Holding BV, 5.50%, 1/15/28(1)
200,000

189,110

Videotron Ltd., 5.00%, 7/15/22
1,500,000

1,500,031

Videotron Ltd., 5.375%, 6/15/24(1)
500,000

506,085

Virgin Media Finance plc, 6.00%, 10/15/24(1)
400,000

397,498

Virgin Media Finance plc, 5.75%, 1/15/25(1)
400,000

391,498

Virgin Media Secured Finance plc, 5.50%, 5/15/29(1)
600,000

603,330


27


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Ziggo Bond Co. BV, 6.00%, 1/15/27(1)
$
500,000

$
488,484

Ziggo Bond Co. BV, 5.125%, 2/28/30(1)
200,000

197,125

Ziggo BV, 5.50%, 1/15/27(1)
270,000

271,498

Ziggo BV, 4.875%, 1/15/30(1)
200,000

196,181

 
 
50,418,536

Metals and Mining — 4.1%
 
 
Alcoa Nederland Holding BV, 6.75%, 9/30/24(1)
400,000

390,868

Alcoa Nederland Holding BV, 7.00%, 9/30/26(1)
200,000

187,110

Alcoa Nederland Holding BV, 6.125%, 5/15/28(1)
600,000

549,330

Aleris International, Inc., 10.75%, 7/15/23(1)
250,000

245,000

Allegheny Technologies, Inc., 5.875%, 12/1/27
375,000

312,750

Anglo American Capital plc, 4.125%, 9/27/22(1)
250,000

246,752

Arconic Corp., 6.125%, 2/15/28(1)
200,000

206,000

Baffinland Iron Mines Corp. / Baffinland Iron Mines LP, 8.75%, 7/15/26(1)
150,000

134,168

Big River Steel LLC / BRS Finance Corp., 7.25%, 9/1/25(1)
425,000

389,925

Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., 5.75%, 3/1/25
163,000

127,140

Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., 6.75%, 3/15/26(1)
225,000

200,109

Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., 5.875%, 6/1/27(1)
1,250,000

755,562

Coeur Mining, Inc., 5.875%, 6/1/24
200,000

181,749

Commercial Metals Co., 5.75%, 4/15/26
375,000

352,692

Commercial Metals Co., 5.375%, 7/15/27
50,000

46,427

Compass Minerals International, Inc., 4.875%, 7/15/24(1)
75,000

71,156

Compass Minerals International, Inc., 6.75%, 12/1/27(1)
375,000

340,613

Constellium SE, 5.75%, 5/15/24(1)
250,000

225,336

Constellium SE, 6.625%, 3/1/25(1)
750,000

680,602

First Quantum Minerals Ltd., 7.25%, 4/1/23(1)
850,000

733,129

First Quantum Minerals Ltd., 6.50%, 3/1/24(1)
2,400,000

2,007,012

First Quantum Minerals Ltd., 7.50%, 4/1/25(1)
600,000

503,067

First Quantum Minerals Ltd., 6.875%, 3/1/26(1)
225,000

181,811

FMG Resources August 2006 Pty Ltd., 4.75%, 5/15/22(1)
50,000

50,080

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 3.55%, 3/1/22
89,000

85,855

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 3.875%, 3/15/23
2,475,000

2,372,919

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 5.00%, 9/1/27
450,000

420,300

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 4.125%, 3/1/28
700,000

615,398

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 4.25%, 3/1/30
975,000

850,736

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 5.45%, 3/15/43
1,075,000

970,510

Grinding Media, Inc. / Moly-Cop AltaSteel Ltd., 7.375%, 12/15/23(1)
550,000

517,148

Hillman Group, Inc. (The), 6.375%, 7/15/22(1)
25,000

19,617

Hudbay Minerals, Inc., 7.25%, 1/15/23(1)
50,000

43,937

Hudbay Minerals, Inc., 7.625%, 1/15/25(1)
600,000

525,753

IAMGOLD Corp., 7.00%, 4/15/25(1)
75,000

70,406

Kaiser Aluminum Corp., 4.625%, 3/1/28(1)
300,000

267,915

Kinross Gold Corp., 5.125%, 9/1/21
50,000

50,463

Kinross Gold Corp., 4.50%, 7/15/27
50,000

47,488

Mineral Resources Ltd., 8.125%, 5/1/27(1)
650,000

613,494

Mountain Province Diamonds, Inc., 8.00%, 12/15/22(1)
75,000

54,844


28


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Northwest Acquisitions ULC / Dominion Finco, Inc., 7.125%, 11/1/22(1)
$
75,000

$
37,151

Novelis Corp., 5.875%, 9/30/26(1)
900,000

889,499

Novelis Corp., 4.75%, 1/30/30(1)
1,450,000

1,298,656

Park-Ohio Industries, Inc., 6.625%, 4/15/27
275,000

219,713

Petra Diamonds US Treasury plc, 7.25%, 5/1/22(1)
200,000

47,000

Taseko Mines Ltd., 8.75%, 6/15/22(1)
575,000

263,601

United States Steel Corp., 6.25%, 3/15/26
25,000

16,389

 
 
19,417,180

Mortgage Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 0.3%
 
 
Ladder Capital Finance Holdings LLLP / Ladder Capital Finance Corp., 5.875%, 8/1/21(1)
650,000

551,655

Ladder Capital Finance Holdings LLLP / Ladder Capital Finance Corp., 5.25%, 3/15/22(1)
475,000

428,678

Ladder Capital Finance Holdings LLLP / Ladder Capital Finance Corp., 4.25%, 2/1/27(1)
325,000

259,187

 
 
1,239,520

Multiline Retail  
 
 
JC Penney Corp., Inc., 8.625%, 3/15/25(1)
250,000

45,000

JC Penney Corp., Inc., 6.375%, 10/15/36
125,000

11,250

Neiman Marcus Group Ltd. LLC / Neiman Marcus Group LLC / Mariposa Borrower / NMG, 8.75%, 10/25/24(1)(5)
103,452

10,345

 
 
66,595

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 5.1%
 
 
Antero Midstream Partners LP / Antero Midstream Finance Corp., 5.375%, 9/15/24
375,000

263,325

Antero Midstream Partners LP / Antero Midstream Finance Corp., 5.75%, 3/1/27(1)
575,000

372,356

Antero Resources Corp., 5.375%, 11/1/21
250,000

183,240

Antero Resources Corp., 5.125%, 12/1/22
275,000

144,469

Antero Resources Corp., 5.625%, 6/1/23
75,000

30,563

Antero Resources Corp., 5.00%, 3/1/25
25,000

9,438

Ascent Resources Utica Holdings LLC / ARU Finance Corp., 10.00%, 4/1/22(1)
575,000

311,926

Ascent Resources Utica Holdings LLC / ARU Finance Corp., 7.00%, 11/1/26(1)
75,000

22,203

Bruin E&P Partners LLC, 8.875%, 8/1/23(1)
875,000

74,375

Callon Petroleum Co., 6.25%, 4/15/23
225,000

55,118

Callon Petroleum Co., 6.125%, 10/1/24
975,000

180,375

Callon Petroleum Co., 8.25%, 7/15/25
68,000

11,475

Callon Petroleum Co., 6.375%, 7/1/26
125,000

21,068

Centennial Resource Production LLC, 5.375%, 1/15/26(1)
450,000

111,844

Centennial Resource Production LLC, 6.875%, 4/1/27(1)
200,000

50,394

Chaparral Energy, Inc., 8.75%, 7/15/23(1)
350,000

24,675

Chesapeake Energy Corp., 6.875%, 11/15/20
675,000

189,000

Chesapeake Energy Corp., 5.75%, 3/15/23
175,000

18,813

Chesapeake Energy Corp., 8.00%, 1/15/25
487,000

34,090

Citgo Holding, Inc., 9.25%, 8/1/24(1)
1,475,000

1,213,187

CNX Resources Corp., 5.875%, 4/15/22
425,000

392,062

CNX Resources Corp., 7.25%, 3/14/27(1)
600,000

428,091


29


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Comstock Resources, Inc., 7.50%, 5/15/25(1)
$
350,000

$
250,250

Crestwood Midstream Partners LP / Crestwood Midstream Finance Corp., 6.25%, 4/1/23
1,360,000

770,379

Crestwood Midstream Partners LP / Crestwood Midstream Finance Corp., 5.625%, 5/1/27(1)
275,000

153,253

CrownRock LP / CrownRock Finance, Inc., 5.625%, 10/15/25(1)
775,000

408,789

DCP Midstream Operating LP, 4.75%, 9/30/21(1)
295,000

260,146

DCP Midstream Operating LP, 3.875%, 3/15/23
600,000

484,302

DCP Midstream Operating LP, 5.125%, 5/15/29
525,000

333,638

Delek Logistics Partners LP / Delek Logistics Finance Corp., 6.75%, 5/15/25
384,000

376,802

Denbury Resources, Inc., 9.00%, 5/15/21(1)
1,405,000

420,446

Endeavor Energy Resources LP / EER Finance, Inc., 5.50%, 1/30/26(1)
125,000

87,147

Endeavor Energy Resources LP / EER Finance, Inc., 5.75%, 1/30/28(1)
550,000

377,052

EnLink Midstream LLC, 5.375%, 6/1/29
1,000,000

526,967

EnLink Midstream Partners LP, 4.40%, 4/1/24
325,000

166,455

EnLink Midstream Partners LP, 4.85%, 7/15/26
1,175,000

585,934

EnLink Midstream Partners LP, 5.60%, 4/1/44
450,000

156,512

EnLink Midstream Partners LP, 5.05%, 4/1/45
50,000

18,750

EnLink Midstream Partners LP, 5.45%, 6/1/47
150,000

50,640

EP Energy LLC / Everest Acquisition Finance, Inc., 9.375%, 5/1/20(5)(6)
537,000

2,067

EP Energy LLC / Everest Acquisition Finance, Inc., 9.375%, 5/1/24(1)(5)(6)
592,000

5,328

EQT Corp., 7.00%, 2/1/30
75,000

56,439

Extraction Oil & Gas, Inc., 7.375%, 5/15/24(1)
150,000

27,937

Genesis Energy LP / Genesis Energy Finance Corp., 6.00%, 5/15/23
200,000

146,819

Genesis Energy LP / Genesis Energy Finance Corp., 7.75%, 2/1/28
600,000

419,970

Gulfport Energy Corp., 6.00%, 10/15/24
125,000

31,563

Gulfport Energy Corp., 6.375%, 5/15/25
442,000

111,050

Gulfport Energy Corp., 6.375%, 1/15/26
275,000

56,088

Hess Midstream Operations LP, 5.625%, 2/15/26(1)
475,000

338,690

Hess Midstream Operations LP, 5.125%, 6/15/28(1)
1,075,000

759,541

HighPoint Operating Corp., 7.00%, 10/15/22
50,000

26,172

Hilcorp Energy I LP / Hilcorp Finance Co., 6.25%, 11/1/28(1)
400,000

179,417

Holly Energy Partners LP / Holly Energy Finance Corp., 5.00%, 2/1/28(1)
700,000

590,187

Indigo Natural Resources LLC, 6.875%, 2/15/26(1)
700,000

467,302

Jagged Peak Energy LLC, 5.875%, 5/1/26
325,000

245,348

Laredo Petroleum, Inc., 9.50%, 1/15/25
525,000

211,969

Lonestar Resources America, Inc., 11.25%, 1/1/23(1)
100,000

23,250

Magnolia Oil & Gas Operating LLC / Magnolia Oil & Gas Finance Corp., 6.00%, 8/1/26(1)
250,000

156,250

Matador Resources Co., 5.875%, 9/15/26
300,000

86,168

MEG Energy Corp., 7.00%, 3/31/24(1)
360,000

168,302

MEG Energy Corp., 7.125%, 2/1/27(1)
550,000

277,750

Moss Creek Resources Holdings, Inc., 7.50%, 1/15/26(1)
675,000

201,516


30


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Moss Creek Resources Holdings, Inc., 10.50%, 5/15/27(1)
$
150,000

$
50,031

Murphy Oil Corp., 6.875%, 8/15/24
650,000

389,191

Murphy Oil Corp., 5.75%, 8/15/25
250,000

135,339

Murphy Oil Corp., 5.875%, 12/1/27
125,000

65,819

Murray Energy Corp., 9.00% Cash plus 3.00% PIK, 4/15/24(1)(5)(6)
879,713

1,108

NuStar Logistics LP, 6.00%, 6/1/26
200,000

149,124

Oasis Petroleum, Inc., 6.875%, 3/15/22
325,000

66,625

Oasis Petroleum, Inc., 6.25%, 5/1/26(1)
175,000

29,326

Occidental Petroleum Corp., 7.50%, 5/1/31
325,000

168,484

Parkland Fuel Corp., 6.00%, 4/1/26(1)
50,000

46,778

Parkland Fuel Corp., 5.875%, 7/15/27(1)
775,000

730,786

Parsley Energy LLC / Parsley Finance Corp., 5.625%, 10/15/27(1)
275,000

195,401

Parsley Energy LLC / Parsley Finance Corp., 4.125%, 2/15/28(1)
475,000

326,563

PBF Holding Co. LLC / PBF Finance Corp., 6.00%, 2/15/28(1)
400,000

272,000

PBF Logistics LP / PBF Logistics Finance Corp., 6.875%, 5/15/23
675,000

420,889

PDC Energy, Inc., 6.125%, 9/15/24
175,000

94,937

PDC Energy, Inc., 5.75%, 5/15/26
25,000

14,168

Range Resources Corp., 5.875%, 7/1/22
141,000

102,709

Range Resources Corp., 5.00%, 8/15/22
25,000

18,930

Sanchez Energy Corp., 7.75%, 6/15/21(5)(6)
475,000

3,349

Sanchez Energy Corp., 6.125%, 1/15/23(5)(6)
775,000

11,625

Seven Generations Energy Ltd., 6.75%, 5/1/23(1)
200,000

141,749

Seven Generations Energy Ltd., 6.875%, 6/30/23(1)
425,000

295,224

Seven Generations Energy Ltd., 5.375%, 9/30/25(1)
175,000

97,557

SM Energy Co., 6.125%, 11/15/22
425,000

183,415

SM Energy Co., 5.00%, 1/15/24
50,000

15,187

SM Energy Co., 5.625%, 6/1/25
500,000

140,628

SM Energy Co., 6.75%, 9/15/26
150,000

46,281

SM Energy Co., 6.625%, 1/15/27
225,000

67,057

Southwestern Energy Co., 6.20%, 1/23/25
471,000

324,246

Southwestern Energy Co., 7.75%, 10/1/27
150,000

99,761

Summit Midstream Holdings LLC / Summit Midstream Finance Corp., 5.50%, 8/15/22
800,000

182,749

Summit Midstream Holdings LLC / Summit Midstream Finance Corp., 5.75%, 4/15/25
100,000

11,875

Sunoco LP / Sunoco Finance Corp., 4.875%, 1/15/23
531,000

517,414

Sunoco LP / Sunoco Finance Corp., 5.50%, 2/15/26
50,000

43,691

Sunoco LP / Sunoco Finance Corp., 6.00%, 4/15/27
950,000

823,619

Tallgrass Energy Partners LP / Tallgrass Energy Finance Corp., 4.75%, 10/1/23(1)
200,000

125,006

Tallgrass Energy Partners LP / Tallgrass Energy Finance Corp., 5.50%, 9/15/24(1)
75,000

41,810

Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 4.25%, 11/15/23
1,477,000

1,280,493

Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 6.75%, 3/15/24
25,000

22,187

Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 6.50%, 7/15/27
100,000

86,000

Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 5.00%, 1/15/28
825,000

670,752


31


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 6.875%, 1/15/29
$
500,000

$
406,250

Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 5.50%, 3/1/30(1)
250,000

195,313

TransMontaigne Partners LP / TLP Finance Corp., 6.125%, 2/15/26
75,000

60,641

Vine Oil & Gas LP / Vine Oil & Gas Finance Corp., 8.75%, 4/15/23(1)
800,000

196,000

Vine Oil & Gas LP / Vine Oil & Gas Finance Corp., 9.75%, 4/15/23(1)
500,000

130,625

Whiting Petroleum Corp., 5.75%, 3/15/21(5)
150,000

11,093

Whiting Petroleum Corp., 6.25%, 4/1/23(5)
450,000

37,125

Whiting Petroleum Corp., 6.625%, 1/15/26(5)
575,000

43,168

WPX Energy, Inc., 8.25%, 8/1/23
143,000

106,356

WPX Energy, Inc., 5.75%, 6/1/26
50,000

28,848

WPX Energy, Inc., 4.50%, 1/15/30
575,000

314,381

 
 
24,198,355

Paper and Forest Products — 0.2%
 
 
Mercer International, Inc., 6.50%, 2/1/24
475,000

407,904

Mercer International, Inc., 7.375%, 1/15/25
375,000

315,471

Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc., 6.875%, 10/1/26(1)
150,000

150,531

 
 
873,906

Personal Products  
 
 
Avon International Capital plc, 6.50%, 8/15/22(1)
125,000

111,680

Revlon Consumer Products Corp., 6.25%, 8/1/24
50,000

11,937

 
 
123,617

Pharmaceuticals — 3.3%
 
 
Bausch Health Americas, Inc., 8.50%, 1/31/27(1)
625,000

656,594

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.50%, 3/1/23(1)
31,000

30,651

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.875%, 5/15/23(1)
82,000

81,334

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 6.125%, 4/15/25(1)
3,575,000

3,543,737

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 9.00%, 12/15/25(1)
3,475,000

3,689,407

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.75%, 8/15/27(1)
75,000

77,636

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 7.00%, 1/15/28(1)
375,000

390,956

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.00%, 1/30/28(1)
1,025,000

978,055

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 7.25%, 5/30/29(1)
225,000

234,754

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.25%, 1/30/30(1)
425,000

400,562

Elanco Animal Health, Inc., 5.65%, 8/28/28
225,000

237,909

Endo Dac / Endo Finance LLC / Endo Finco, Inc., 6.00%, 7/15/23(1)
2,048,000

1,498,829

Endo Dac / Endo Finance LLC / Endo Finco, Inc., 6.00%, 2/1/25(1)
800,000

550,744

Horizon Therapeutics USA, Inc., 5.50%, 8/1/27(1)
600,000

605,670

Mallinckrodt International Finance SA / Mallinckrodt CB LLC, 5.75%, 8/1/22(1)
300,000

152,250

Mallinckrodt International Finance SA / Mallinckrodt CB LLC, 5.625%, 10/15/23(1)
50,000

12,812

Par Pharmaceutical, Inc., 7.50%, 4/1/27(1)
750,000

751,931

Teva Pharmaceutical Finance Netherlands III BV, 6.00%, 4/15/24
200,000

197,749

Teva Pharmaceutical Finance Netherlands III BV, 7.125%, 1/31/25(1)
800,000

796,508

Teva Pharmaceutical Finance Netherlands III BV, 4.10%, 10/1/46
900,000

664,020


32


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Vizient, Inc., 6.25%, 5/15/27(1)
$
100,000

$
100,646

 
 
15,652,754

Professional Services — 0.4%
 
 
ASGN, Inc., 4.625%, 5/15/28(1)
525,000

495,101

Dun & Bradstreet Corp. (The), 6.875%, 8/15/26(1)
175,000

182,985

Dun & Bradstreet Corp. (The), 10.25%, 2/15/27(1)
1,275,000

1,358,576

 
 
2,036,662

Real Estate Management and Development — 0.6%
 
 
Five Point Operating Co. LP / Five Point Capital Corp., 7.875%, 11/15/25(1)
50,000

43,374

Forestar Group, Inc., 8.00%, 4/15/24(1)
675,000

687,653

Forestar Group, Inc., 5.00%, 3/1/28(1)
275,000

229,899

Greystar Real Estate Partners LLC, 5.75%, 12/1/25(1)
150,000

136,879

Howard Hughes Corp. (The), 5.375%, 3/15/25(1)
275,000

268,117

Hunt Cos., Inc., 6.25%, 2/15/26(1)
525,000

396,095

Kennedy-Wilson, Inc., 5.875%, 4/1/24
425,000

383,422

Newmark Group, Inc., 6.125%, 11/15/23
475,000

483,981

Realogy Group LLC / Realogy Co-Issuer Corp., 4.875%, 6/1/23(1)
100,000

84,750

Realogy Group LLC / Realogy Co-Issuer Corp., 9.375%, 4/1/27(1)
75,000

63,777

 
 
2,777,947

Road and Rail — 1.3%
 
 
Ahern Rentals, Inc., 7.375%, 5/15/23(1)
325,000

188,092

Avis Budget Car Rental LLC / Avis Budget Finance, Inc., 5.75%, 7/15/27(1)
350,000

280,936

Capitol Investment Merger Sub 2 LLC, 10.00%, 8/1/24(1)
75,000

68,156

DAE Funding LLC, 5.25%, 11/15/21(1)
575,000

525,766

DAE Funding LLC, 4.50%, 8/1/22(1)
800,000

747,983

DAE Funding LLC, 5.00%, 8/1/24(1)
300,000

273,741

Hertz Corp. (The), 5.50%, 10/15/24(1)
50,000

28,427

Hertz Corp. (The), 7.125%, 8/1/26(1)
975,000

515,946

Hertz Corp. (The), 6.00%, 1/15/28(1)
1,400,000

742,770

Uber Technologies, Inc., 7.50%, 11/1/23(1)
1,225,000

1,199,006

Uber Technologies, Inc., 8.00%, 11/1/26(1)
775,000

769,600

Uber Technologies, Inc., 7.50%, 9/15/27(1)
275,000

273,563

United Rentals North America, Inc., 6.50%, 12/15/26
400,000

408,220

 
 
6,022,206

Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment — 0.8%
 
 
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc., 7.50%, 8/15/22
723,000

772,479

Amkor Technology, Inc., 6.625%, 9/15/27(1)
200,000

189,110

Entegris, Inc., 4.625%, 2/10/26(1)
450,000

429,997

NXP BV / NXP Funding LLC, 4.125%, 6/1/21(1)
400,000

403,884

NXP BV / NXP Funding LLC, 4.625%, 6/15/22(1)
400,000

414,091

NXP BV / NXP Funding LLC, 4.625%, 6/1/23(1)
400,000

412,206

Qorvo, Inc., 5.50%, 7/15/26
375,000

394,077

Qorvo, Inc., 4.375%, 10/15/29(1)
350,000

327,469

Sensata Technologies UK Financing Co. plc, 6.25%, 2/15/26(1)
600,000

591,330

 
 
3,934,643


33


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Software — 1.8%
 
 
ACI Worldwide, Inc., 5.75%, 8/15/26(1)
$
125,000

$
124,818

Ascend Learning LLC, 6.875%, 8/1/25(1)
150,000

146,812

Ascend Learning LLC, 6.875%, 8/1/25(1)
50,000

48,937

Camelot Finance SA, 4.50%, 11/1/26(1)
500,000

487,811

Castle US Holding Corp., 9.50%, 2/15/28(1)
1,075,000

1,027,297

CDK Global, Inc., 5.875%, 6/15/26
275,000

292,064

CDK Global, Inc., 5.25%, 5/15/29(1)
400,000

409,500

Infor US, Inc., 6.50%, 5/15/22
1,010,000

989,457

j2 Cloud Services LLC / j2 Cloud Co-Obligor, Inc., 6.00%, 7/15/25(1)
750,000

749,059

Open Text Corp., 5.875%, 6/1/26(1)
350,000

369,057

Open Text Corp., 3.875%, 2/15/28(1)
550,000

519,578

Open Text Holdings, Inc., 4.125%, 2/15/30(1)
550,000

520,231

PTC, Inc., 3.625%, 2/15/25(1)
325,000

306,312

PTC, Inc., 4.00%, 2/15/28(1)
225,000

217,755

RP Crown Parent LLC, 7.375%, 10/15/24(1)
150,000

144,232

Solera LLC / Solera Finance, Inc., 10.50%, 3/1/24(1)
425,000

419,158

SS&C Technologies, Inc., 5.50%, 9/30/27(1)
1,000,000

1,036,875

Veritas US, Inc. / Veritas Bermuda Ltd., 10.50%, 2/1/24(1)
825,000

702,277

 
 
8,511,230

Specialty Retail — 1.7%
 
 
Asbury Automotive Group, Inc., 4.50%, 3/1/28(1)
120,000

102,900

Asbury Automotive Group, Inc., 4.75%, 3/1/30(1)
120,000

102,900

Carvana Co., 8.875%, 10/1/23(1)
200,000

190,494

eG Global Finance plc, 6.75%, 2/7/25(1)
200,000

165,251

eG Global Finance plc, 8.50%, 10/30/25(1)
600,000

537,753

Ferrellgas LP / Ferrellgas Finance Corp., 6.50%, 5/1/21
75,000

66,090

Ferrellgas Partners LP / Ferrellgas Partners Finance Corp., 8.625%, 6/15/20
50,000

12,933

Ferrellgas Partners LP / Ferrellgas Partners Finance Corp., 8.625%, 6/15/20
50,000

12,933

Group 1 Automotive, Inc., 5.00%, 6/1/22
275,000

255,057

Group 1 Automotive, Inc., 5.25%, 12/15/23(1)
25,000

25,656

L Brands, Inc., 5.25%, 2/1/28
75,000

57,709

L Brands, Inc., 7.50%, 6/15/29
425,000

337,641

L Brands, Inc., 6.875%, 11/1/35
365,000

272,044

L Brands, Inc., 6.75%, 7/1/36
1,300,000

946,140

Lithia Motors, Inc., 5.25%, 8/1/25(1)
50,000

43,937

Lithia Motors, Inc., 4.625%, 12/15/27(1)
200,000

181,520

Murphy Oil USA, Inc., 4.75%, 9/15/29
200,000

188,610

Penske Automotive Group, Inc., 3.75%, 8/15/20
225,000

220,762

Penske Automotive Group, Inc., 5.75%, 10/1/22
100,000

93,248

PetSmart, Inc., 7.125%, 3/15/23(1)
1,475,000

1,400,513

PriSo Acquisition Corp., 9.00%, 5/15/23(1)
75,000

52,125

Sonic Automotive, Inc., 6.125%, 3/15/27
450,000

399,844

Staples, Inc., 7.50%, 4/15/26(1)
1,050,000

924,659

Staples, Inc., 10.75%, 4/15/27(1)
1,425,000

1,101,311


34


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Suburban Propane Partners LP / Suburban Energy Finance Corp., 5.50%, 6/1/24
$
325,000

$
307,928

Superior Plus LP / Superior General Partner, Inc., 7.00%, 7/15/26(1)
50,000

49,177

 
 
8,049,135

Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 1.2%
 
 
Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 5.875%, 6/15/21(1)
1,002,000

1,002,000

Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 7.125%, 6/15/24(1)
1,375,000

1,424,844

Diebold Nixdorf, Inc., 8.50%, 4/15/24
350,000

230,564

EMC Corp., 2.65%, 6/1/20
555,000

553,918

Everi Payments, Inc., 7.50%, 12/15/25(1)
344,000

264,448

NCR Corp., 6.375%, 12/15/23
300,000

298,123

NCR Corp., 5.75%, 9/1/27(1)
1,150,000

1,054,513

NCR Corp., 6.125%, 9/1/29(1)
1,100,000

1,033,395

 
 
5,861,805

Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods  
 
 
Eagle Intermediate Global Holding BV/Ruyi US Finance LLC, 7.50%, 5/1/25(1)
150,000

87,562

Thrifts and Mortgage Finance — 0.8%
 
 
MGIC Investment Corp., 5.75%, 8/15/23
475,000

443,918

Nationstar Mortgage Holdings, Inc., 8.125%, 7/15/23(1)
875,000

861,048

Nationstar Mortgage Holdings, Inc., 9.125%, 7/15/26(1)
225,000

204,469

Nationstar Mortgage Holdings, Inc., 6.00%, 1/15/27(1)
500,000

427,813

Provident Funding Associates LP / PFG Finance Corp., 6.375%, 6/15/25(1)
200,000

169,249

Radian Group, Inc., 4.50%, 10/1/24
325,000

322,967

Radian Group, Inc., 4.875%, 3/15/27
1,200,000

1,192,251

 
 
3,621,715

Tobacco  
 
 
Vector Group Ltd., 6.125%, 2/1/25(1)
75,000

68,811

Vector Group Ltd., 10.50%, 11/1/26(1)
75,000

63,041

 
 
131,852

Trading Companies and Distributors — 0.4%
 
 
Aircastle Ltd., 5.125%, 3/15/21
275,000

273,057

Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc., 4.875%, 11/1/25(1)
325,000

295,345

Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc., 4.50%, 11/15/26(1)
175,000

162,146

Fly Leasing Ltd., 6.375%, 10/15/21
200,000

192,125

Fly Leasing Ltd., 5.25%, 10/15/24
200,000

169,749

Fortress Transportation & Infrastructure Investors LLC, 6.75%, 3/15/22(1)
325,000

302,546

Fortress Transportation & Infrastructure Investors LLC, 6.50%, 10/1/25(1)
175,000

129,718

H&E Equipment Services, Inc., 5.625%, 9/1/25
575,000

536,909

 
 
2,061,595

Wireless Telecommunication Services — 2.0%
 
 
Digicel Group One, Ltd., 8.25%, 12/30/22(1)
1,314,000

650,430

Sprint Communications, Inc., 9.25%, 4/15/22
350,000

377,453

Sprint Communications, Inc., 6.00%, 11/15/22
250,000

261,485

Sprint Corp., 7.25%, 9/15/21
275,000

284,944


35


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Sprint Corp., 7.875%, 9/15/23
$
1,500,000

$
1,662,952

Sprint Corp., 7.125%, 6/15/24
575,000

635,366

Sprint Corp., 7.625%, 2/15/25
125,000

139,269

Sprint Corp., 7.625%, 3/1/26
425,000

483,374

Sprint Corp., 7.25%, 2/1/28(1)
100,000

100,875

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 6.00%, 3/1/23
1,600,000

1,618,824

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 6.50%, 1/15/24
150,000

153,370

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 6.00%, 4/15/24
275,000

281,179

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 6.375%, 3/1/25
1,750,000

1,800,321

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 5.125%, 4/15/25
25,000

25,749

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 4.75%, 2/1/28
375,000

389,269

Vodafone Group plc, VRN, 7.00%, 4/4/79
575,000

615,802

Xplornet Communications, Inc., 9.625% Cash or 10.625% PIK, 6/1/22(1)(3)
57,086

53,572

 
 
9,534,234

TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS
(Cost $501,918,262)
 
434,145,626

BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS(8) — 3.3%
 
 
Auto Components — 0.2%
 
 
Panther BF Aggregator 2 LP, USD Term Loan B, 4.44%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.50%), 4/30/26
771,125

709,435

Chemicals  
 
 
ASP Unifrax Holdings Inc, Term Loan B, 4.82%, (6-month LIBOR plus 3.75%), 12/12/25
49,375

39,562

Consolidated Energy Finance, S.A., Term Loan B, 3.20%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.50%), 5/7/25
147,375

106,847

 
 
146,409

Commercial Services and Supplies — 0.1%
 
 
KAR Auction Services, Inc., 2019 Term Loan B6, 3.19%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.25%), 9/19/26
149,250

138,802

MRO Holdings, Inc., 2019 Term Loan B, 6.45%, (3-month LIBOR plus 5.00%), 6/4/26
45,807

37,295

MRO Holdings, Inc., 2019 Term Loan B, 6.45%, (3-month LIBOR plus 5.00%), 6/4/26
22,503

18,321

MRO Holdings, Inc., 2019 Term Loan B, 6.45%, (3-month LIBOR plus 5.00%), 6/4/26
155,003

126,199

National Intergovernmental Purchasing Alliance Company, 1st Lien Term Loan, 5.20%, (3-month LIBOR plus 3.75%), 5/23/25
73,689

64,478

 
 
385,095

Containers and Packaging — 0.2%
 
 
Berry Global, Inc., Term Loan Y, 2.86%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.00%), 7/1/26
521,063

498,050

BWAY Holding Company, 2017 Term Loan B, 5.08%, (3-month LIBOR plus 3.25%), 4/3/24
494,285

408,715

Flex Acquisition Company, Inc., 1st Lien Term Loan, 4.58%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 12/29/23
3,991

3,672

Flex Acquisition Company, Inc., 1st Lien Term Loan, 4.91%, (3-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 12/29/23
106,333

97,826

 
 
1,008,263

Distributors  
 
 
HD Supply, Inc., Term Loan B5, 2.74%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 10/17/23
197,555

186,361


36


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Diversified Financial Services — 0.4%
 
 
MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC, 2016 Term Loan B, 4.20%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.75%), 6/7/23
$
447,985

$
403,186

Refinitiv US Holdings Inc., 2018 USD Term Loan, 4.24%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.25%), 10/1/25
1,465,013

1,414,346

 
 
1,817,532

Electric Utilities — 0.2%
 
 
Vistra Operations Company LLC, 1st Lien Term Loan B3, 2.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 12/31/25
176,200

168,381

Vistra Operations Company LLC, 1st Lien Term Loan B3, 2.74%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 12/31/25
736,177

703,509

 
 
871,890

Energy Equipment and Services  
 
 
Keane Group Holdings, LLC, 2018 1st Lien Term Loan, 4.50%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.50%), 5/25/25
24,125

16,164

Parker Drilling Co, 2nd Lien PIK Term Loan, 11.00% Cash plus 2.00% PIK, 3/26/24
31,250

30,468

 
 
46,632

Entertainment — 0.1%
 
 
Allen Media, LLC, 2020 Term Loan B, 7.23%, (3-month LIBOR plus 5.50%), 2/10/27
825,000

693,000

Lions Gate Capital Holdings LLC, 2018 Term Loan B, 3.24%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.25%), 3/24/25
14,495

13,227

 
 
706,227

Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 0.1%
 
 
RHP Hotel Properties, LP, 2017 Term Loan B, 2.99%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.00%), 5/11/24
272,629

246,048

Health Care Providers and Services — 0.2%
 
 
Air Methods Corporation, 2017 Term Loan B, 4.95%, (3-month LIBOR plus 3.50%), 4/22/24
196,665

140,506

IQVIA Inc., 2018 USD Term Loan B3, 3.20%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 6/11/25
491,349

474,152

RegionalCare Hospital Partners Holdings, Inc., 2018 Term Loan B, 4.74%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.75%), 11/17/25
550,000

513,565

 
 
1,128,223

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 0.6%
 
 
1011778 B.C. Unlimited Liability Company, Term Loan B4, 2.74%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 11/19/26
316,865

293,892

Boyd Gaming Corporation, Term Loan B3, 2.93%, (1-week LIBOR plus 2.25%), 9/15/23
235,016

206,006

Caesars Entertainment Operating Company, Exit Term Loan, 2.99%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.00%), 10/7/24
81,083

66,894

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited, 2018 Term Loan B, 4.45%, (3-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 3/13/25
147,375

106,847

Golden Nugget, Inc., 2017 Incremental Term Loan B, 3.49%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.50%), 10/4/23
154,900

121,596

Golden Nugget, Inc., 2017 Incremental Term Loan B, 3.70%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.50%), 10/4/23
132,221

103,794

Hilton Worldwide Finance, LLC, 2019 Term Loan B2, 2.70%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 6/22/26
600,000

571,500

Life Time Fitness Inc, 2017 Term Loan B, 4.36%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.75%), 6/10/22
560,904

422,080

NASCAR Holdings, Inc, Term Loan B, 3.67%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.75%), 10/19/26
283,085

251,946


37


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
UFC Holdings, LLC, 2019 Term Loan, 4.25%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.25%), 4/29/26
$
792,916

$
706,687

 
 
2,851,242

Insurance — 0.1%
 
 
Asurion LLC, 2017 Term Loan B4, 3.99%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 8/4/22
54,776

52,493

Asurion LLC, 2018 Term Loan B6, 3.99%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 11/3/23
47,183

45,532

Hub International Limited, 2018 Term Loan B, 4.39%, (2-month LIBOR plus 2.75%), 4/25/25
28,077

26,449

Hub International Limited, 2018 Term Loan B, 4.55%, (2-month LIBOR plus 2.75%), 4/25/25
591,839

557,512

 
 
681,986

Machinery — 0.3%
 
 
Altra Industrial Motion Corp., 2018 Term Loan B, 2.99%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.00%), 10/1/25
88,358

78,390

Navistar International Corporation, 2017 1st Lien Term Loan B, 4.28%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.50%), 11/6/24
47,762

41,951

Vertiv Group Corporation, Term Loan B, 4.58%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 3/2/27
1,375,000

1,196,250

 
 
1,316,591

Media — 0.3%
 
 
Banijay Entertainment S.A.S, USD Term Loan, 3/4/25(9)
225,000

202,500

Cengage Learning, Inc., 2016 Term Loan B, 5.25%, (1-month LIBOR plus 4.25%), 6/7/23
496,134

406,830

Diamond Sports Group, LLC, Term Loan, 4.18%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.25%), 8/24/26
174,125

136,688

Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc., 2019 Term Loan B4, 4.33%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.75%), 9/18/26
288,188

271,761

Radiate Holdco, LLC, 1st Lien Term Loan, 3.99%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 2/1/24
97,001

90,696

Sinclair Television Group Inc., Term Loan B2B, 3.21%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.50%), 9/30/26
99,500

95,022

 
 
1,203,497

Metals and Mining — 0.1%
 
 
Arconic Rolled Products Corporation, Term Loan B, 2/4/27(9)
150,000

137,250

Big River Steel LLC, Term Loan B, 6.45%, (3-month LIBOR plus 5.00%), 8/23/23
48,689

46,741

Neenah Foundry Company, 2017 Term Loan, 7.76%, (2-month LIBOR plus 6.50%), 12/13/22
28,332

24,791

Neenah Foundry Company, 2017 Term Loan, 8.12%, (2-month LIBOR plus 6.50%), 12/13/22
33,932

29,690

 
 
238,472

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 0.1%
 
 
California Resources Corporation, 2017 1st Lien Term Loan, 6.36%, (3-month LIBOR plus 4.75%), 12/31/22
525,000

139,999

California Resources Corporation, Second Out Term Loan, 11.99%, (3-month LIBOR plus 10.38%), 12/31/21
25,000

1,821

CITGO Holding Inc., 2019 Term Loan B, 8.00%, (1-month LIBOR plus 7.00%), 8/1/23
348,250

287,888

Prairie ECI Acquiror LP, Term Loan B, 6.20%, (3-month LIBOR plus 4.75%), 3/11/26
118,552

63,100

 
 
492,808


38


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Professional Services  
 
 
Dun & Bradstreet Corporation (The), Term Loan, 4.96%, (1-month LIBOR plus 4.00%), 2/6/26
$
75,000

$
68,156

Road and Rail  
 
 
USS Ultimate Holdings, Inc., 1st Lien Term Loan, 5.67%, (6-month LIBOR plus 3.75%), 8/25/24
97,684

84,985

Software — 0.2%
 
 
Camelot U.S. Acquisition 1 Co., Term Loan B, 10/31/26(9)
400,000

382,000

Camelot U.S. Acquisition 1 Co., Term Loan B, 10/31/26(9)
325,000

310,375

SS&C Technologies Holdings Europe S.A.R.L., 2018 Term Loan B4, 4/16/25(9)
141,797

133,999

SS&C Technologies Holdings Europe S.A.R.L., 2018 Term Loan B4, 2.74%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 4/16/25
35,866

33,893

SS&C Technologies Inc., 2018 Term Loan B3, 4/16/25(9)
198,716

187,786

SS&C Technologies Inc., 2018 Term Loan B3, 2.74%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 4/16/25
50,263

47,499

 
 
1,095,552

Specialty Retail — 0.1%
 
 
Priso Acquisition Corporation, 2017 Term Loan B, 4.91%, (3-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 5/8/22
22,952

19,337

Serta Simmons Bedding, LLC, 2nd Lien Term Loan, 9.00%, (1-month LIBOR plus 8.00%), 11/8/24
94,933

22,547

Staples, Inc., 7 Year Term Loan, 6.52%, (1-month LIBOR plus 5.00%), 4/16/26
272,938

218,077

 
 
259,961

Transportation Infrastructure  
 
 
Syncreon Group B.V., 2019 Second Out Term Loan, 7.45%, (3-month LIBOR plus 6.00%), 4/1/25
23,305

15,731

TOTAL BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $17,872,390)
 
15,561,096

PREFERRED STOCKS — 2.8%
 
 
Banks — 2.2%
 
 
Bank of America Corp., 5.125%
475,000

451,580

Bank of America Corp., 5.875%
225,000

228,185

Bank of America Corp., 6.25%
1,275,000

1,295,011

Bank of America Corp., 6.30%
25,000

26,271

Bank of America Corp., 6.50%
325,000

343,101

Barclays plc, 7.75%
550,000

482,732

Barclays plc, 8.00%
400,000

371,722

Citigroup, Inc., 4.70%
1,100,000

953,563

Citigroup, Inc., 5.90%
425,000

410,333

Citigroup, Inc., 5.95%
825,000

798,344

Citigroup, Inc., 5.95%
25,000

22,006

Citigroup, Inc., 6.25%
150,000

154,625

Citigroup, Inc., 6.875%
1,749

45,089

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 4.60%
350,000

306,758

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 4.75%
200,000

173,949

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 6.00%
845,000

845,587

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 6.10%
1,350,000

1,376,588

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 6.125%
400,000

380,278


39


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
JPMorgan Chase & Co., 6.75%
331,000

$
346,125

Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc, 3.77%
300,000

250,179

Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc, 8.00%
600,000

563,823

Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc, 8.625%
400,000

392,130

 
 
10,217,979

Capital Markets — 0.4%
 
 
Credit Suisse Group AG, 5.10%(1)
200,000

154,750

Credit Suisse Group AG, 6.25%(1)
450,000

417,874

Deutsche Bank AG, 6.00%
200,000

134,400

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 4.95%
875,000

779,358

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 5.375%
350,000

312,888

 
 
1,799,270

Internet and Direct Marketing Retail  
 
 
MYT Holding Co., 10.00%(1)
21,052

15,473

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 0.2%
 
 
Energy Transfer Operating LP, 6.25%
150,000

74,512

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 6.625%
625,000

310,466

Nine Point Energy Holdings, Inc. (Acquired 3/28/17, Cost $18,000)(2)(6)
18

3,600

Plains All American Pipeline LP, 6.125%
1,350,000

677,356

Summit Midstream Partners LP, 9.50%
175,000

2,600

 
 
1,068,534

Trading Companies and Distributors  
 
 
General Finance Corp., 8.125%
1,116

24,853

TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS
(Cost $15,434,769)
 
13,126,109

CONVERTIBLE BONDS — 0.1%
 
 
Banks — 0.1%
 
 
Barclays Bank plc, 7.625%, 11/21/22
$
200,000

204,698

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels  
 
 
Chesapeake Energy Corp., 5.50%, 9/15/26
25,000

1,375

Denbury Resources, Inc., 6.375%, 12/31/24(1)
218,000

88,759

 
 
90,134

TOTAL CONVERTIBLE BONDS
(Cost $405,526)
 
294,832

COMMON STOCKS — 0.1%
 
 
Auto Components  
 
 
Exide Technologies(6) 
3,465

433

Chemicals — 0.1%
 
 
Hexion Holdings Corp., Class B(6) 
12,508

118,826

Diversified Telecommunication Services  
 
 
Colt, Class B (Acquired 5/18/16, Cost $338)(2)(6) 
676


Electrical Equipment  
 
 
Exide Technologies (Acquired 5/14/15, Cost $—)(2)(6) 
162

221

Energy Equipment and Services  
 
 
Parker Drilling Co.(6) 
2,027

17,189

Weatherford International plc(6) 
3,858

22,955

 
 
40,144


40


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Gas Utilities  
 
 
Southcross Holdings GP, LLC, Class A (Acquired 5/10/16,
Cost $360)(2) 
4


Southcross Holdings LP, Class A (Acquired 5/10/16, Cost $360)(2) 
4


 
 

Machinery  
 
 
UC Holdings, Inc. (Acquired 9/21/15 - 9/30/15, Cost $103,222)(2)(6)
4,088

$
44,968

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels  
 
 
Jones Energy II, Inc.(6) 
4,722

66,226

Nine Point Energy (Acquired 6/19/17 - 4/4/18, Cost $12,544)(2)(6) 
1,082

2,164

Sabine Oil & Gas Holdings, Inc. (Acquired 5/30/17, Cost $579)(2) 
13

913

Warren Resources, Inc. (Acquired 10/19/16, Cost $4,800)(2)(6)
960

960

 
 
70,263

Software  
 
 
Avaya Holdings Corp.(6) 
140

1,133

Transportation Infrastructure  
 
 
syncreon(6)
829

3,730

TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
(Cost $938,178)
 
279,718

ESCROW INTERESTS(10)†  
 
 
Diversified Financial Services  
 
 
Denver Parent, Escrow(6) 
$
63,341


Electric Utilities  
 
 
GenOn Energy(6) 
25,000


GenOn Energy, Inc.(6) 
75,000


Texas Competitive Electric Holdings Co., Escrow(6) 
200,000

900

 
 
900

Energy Equipment and Services  
 
 
Hercules Offshore, Inc., Escrow(6) 
3,570

9,817

Sanjel Corp.(6) 
200,000


 
 
9,817

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels  
 
 
Cloud Peak Energy Resources LLC / Cloud Peak Energy Finance Corp.(6) 
500,000

5,500

Paper and Forest Products  
 
 
Appvion, Inc., Escrow(6) 
200,000

2,250

Specialty Retail  
 
 
Claire's Stores, Inc., Escrow(6) 
25,000

3,812

Thrifts and Mortgage Finance  
 
 
Washington Mutual Bank, Escrow(6) 
250,000

3,438

TOTAL ESCROW INTERESTS
(Cost $802,484)
 
25,717

WARRANTS  
 
 
Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers  
 
 
Vistra Energy Corp.(6) 
1,215

963

Machinery  
 
 
UC Holdings, Inc.(6) 
600

300


41


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Media  
 
 
iHeartMedia, Inc.(6) 
342

$
2,232

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels  
 
 
Amplify Energy Corp.(6) 
344


Jones Energy II, Inc.(6) 
678

637

 
 
637

Paper and Forest Products  
 
 
Appvion Holdings Corp.(6) 
195

1

Appvion Holdings Corp.(6) 
195

1

 
 
2

TOTAL WARRANTS
(Cost $13,129)
 
4,134

RIGHTS  
 
 
Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers  
 
 
Vistra Energy Corp.
(Cost $—)
3,425

3,844

TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 98.4%
(Cost $537,384,738)
 
463,441,076

OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — 1.6%
 
7,580,590

TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0%
 
$
471,021,666



42


NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
LIBOR
-
London Interbank Offered Rate
MTN
-
Medium Term Note
PIK
-
Payment in Kind. Security may pay a cash rate and/or an in kind rate.
USD
-
United States Dollar
VRN
-
Variable Rate Note. The rate adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security’s offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The security's effective maturity date may be shorter than the final maturity date shown.
†    Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.
(1)
Security was purchased pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933 and may be sold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional investors. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $281,661,617, which represented 59.8% of total net assets. Of these securities, 0.2% of total net assets were deemed illiquid under policies approved by the Board of Trustees.
(2)
Restricted security that may not be offered for public sale without being registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission and/or may be subject to resale, redemption or transferability restrictions. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $251,242, which represented 0.1% of total net assets.
(3)
The security's rate was paid in kind or a combination of cash and in kind at the last payment date.
(4)
The security's rate was paid in cash at the last payment date.
(5)
Security is in default.
(6)
Non-income producing.
(7)
When-issued security. The issue price and yield are fixed on the date of the commitment, but payment and delivery are scheduled for a future date.
(8)
The interest rate on a bank loan obligation adjusts periodically based on a predetermined schedule. Rate shown is effective at period end. The maturity date on a bank loan obligation may be less than indicated as a result of contractual or optional prepayments. These prepayments cannot be predicted with certainty.
(9)
The interest rate will be determined upon settlement of the bank loan obligation after period end.
(10)
Escrow interests represent beneficial interests in bankruptcy reorganizations or liquidation proceedings and may be subject to resale, redemption, or transferability restrictions. The amount and timing of future payments, if any, cannot be predicted with certainty.


See Notes to Financial Statements.

43


Statement of Assets and Liabilities
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Assets
 
Investment securities, at value (cost of $537,384,738)
$
463,441,076

Cash
161,490

Receivable for investments sold
5,663,909

Receivable for capital shares sold
544,758

Interest and dividends receivable
8,842,813

 
478,654,046

 
 
Liabilities
 
Payable for investments purchased
5,105,462

Payable for capital shares redeemed
1,177,130

Accrued management fees
250,679

Distribution and service fees payable
622

Dividends payable
1,098,487

 
7,632,380

 
 
Net Assets
$
471,021,666

 
 
Net Assets Consist of:
 
Capital paid in
$
551,978,470

Distributable earnings
(80,956,804
)
 
$
471,021,666


 
Net Assets
Shares Outstanding
Net Asset Value Per Share
Investor Class

$16,377,043

2,008,809

$8.15
I Class

$54,346,320

6,671,824

$8.15
Y Class

$291,873,493

35,816,004

$8.15
A Class

$2,793,413

342,775

$8.15*
R5 Class

$105,825

12,986

$8.15
R6 Class

$105,525,572

12,956,483

$8.14
*Maximum offering price $8.53 (net asset value divided by 0.955).


See Notes to Financial Statements.


44


Statement of Operations
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
Investment Income (Loss)
 
Income:
 
Interest
$
25,512,247

Dividends
8,232

 
25,520,479

 
 
Expenses:
 
Management fees
2,532,053

Distribution and service fees - A Class
5,451

Trustees' fees and expenses
31,636

 
2,569,140

 
 
Net investment income (loss)
22,951,339

 
 
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
 
Net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions
(3,843,211
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments
(69,478,605
)
 
 
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)
(73,321,816
)
 
 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
$
(50,370,477
)


See Notes to Financial Statements.


45


Statement of Changes in Net Assets
YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND MARCH 31, 2019
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2019
Operations
 
 
Net investment income (loss)
$
22,951,339

$
12,637,208

Net realized gain (loss)
(3,843,211
)
(734,555
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)
(69,478,605
)
(2,934,223
)
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations
(50,370,477
)
8,968,430

 
 
 
Distributions to Shareholders
 
 
From earnings:
 
 
Investor Class
(1,120,993
)
(508,506
)
I Class
(2,883,230
)
(1,055,650
)
Y Class
(13,638,015
)
(8,469,757
)
A Class
(110,089
)
(28,080
)
R5 Class
(7,056
)
(1,119
)
R6 Class
(5,964,245
)
(2,574,115
)
Decrease in net assets from distributions
(23,723,628
)
(12,637,227
)
 
 
 
Capital Share Transactions
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5)
279,721,450

110,962,398

 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
205,627,345

107,293,601

 
 
 
Net Assets
 
 
Beginning of period
265,394,321

158,100,720

End of period
$
471,021,666

$
265,394,321



See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Notes to Financial Statements 

MARCH 31, 2020

1. Organization

American Century Investment Trust (the trust) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Massachusetts business trust. High Income Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the trust. The fund’s investment objective is to seek current yield and capital growth.

The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, Y Class, A Class, R5 Class and R6 Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge and may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.

2. Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.

Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The Board of Trustees has adopted valuation policies and procedures to guide the investment advisor in the fund’s investment valuation process and to provide methodologies for the oversight of the fund’s pricing function.
 
Fixed income securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Corporate bonds, bank loan obligations and convertible bonds are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information.
 
Equity securities that are listed or traded on a domestic securities exchange are valued at the last reported sales price or at the official closing price as provided by the exchange. Equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges are generally valued at the closing price of such securities on the exchange where primarily traded or at the close of the NYSE, if that is earlier. If no last sales price is reported, or if local convention or regulation so provides, the mean of the latest bid and asked prices may be used. Securities traded over-the-counter are valued at the mean of the latest bid and asked prices, the last sales price, or the official closing price.
 
Hybrid securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Preferred stocks and convertible preferred stocks with perpetual maturities are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information.
 
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported net asset value per share.
 
If the fund determines that the market price for an investment is not readily available or the valuation methods mentioned above do not reflect an investment’s fair value, such investment is valued as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees or its delegate, in accordance with policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. In its determination of fair value, the fund may review several factors including, but not limited to, market information regarding the specific investment or comparable investments and correlation with other investment types, futures indices or general market indicators. Circumstances that may cause the fund to use these procedures to value an investment include, but are not limited to: an investment has been

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declared in default or is distressed; trading in a security has been suspended during the trading day or a security is not actively trading on its principal exchange; prices received from a regular pricing source are deemed unreliable; or there is a foreign market holiday and no trading occurred.
 
The fund monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s net asset value per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region. The fund also monitors for significant fluctuations between domestic and foreign markets, as evidenced by the U.S. market or such other indicators that the Board of Trustees, or its delegate, deems appropriate. The fund may apply a model-derived factor to the closing price of equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges. The factor is based on observable market data as provided by an independent pricing service.
 
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
 
Investment Income — Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes paydown gain (loss) and accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums. Dividend income less foreign taxes withheld, if any, is recorded as of the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or long-term capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The fund may estimate the components of distributions received that may be considered nontaxable distributions or long-term capital gain distributions for income tax purposes.
 
Segregated Assets — In accordance with the 1940 Act, the fund segregates assets on its books and records to cover certain types of investment securities and other financial instruments. American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor) monitors, on a daily basis, the securities segregated to ensure the fund designates a sufficient amount of liquid assets, marked-to-market daily. The fund may also receive assets or be required to pledge assets at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements.
 
Income Tax Status — It is the fund’s policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
 
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
 
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
 
Indemnifications — Under the trust’s organizational documents, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.

 

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3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties

Certain officers and trustees of the trust are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The trust's investment advisor, ACIM, the trust's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the trust's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC. ACIM has engaged Nomura Corporate Research and Asset Management Inc. (NCRAM) to serve as a subadvisor for the fund and to manage the fund’s assets. NCRAM is responsible for the day-to-day management of the fund, subject to the general supervision of the Board of Trustees and the investment advisor and in accordance with the investment objective, policies and restrictions of the fund. ACIM pays all costs associated with retaining NCRAM as the subadvisor of the fund. A subsidiary of NCRAM’s parent company indirectly owns a non-controlling equity interest in ACC.

Management Fees — The trust has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except distribution and service fees, brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent trustees (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses, will be paid by ACIM. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class's daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund’s assets, which do not vary by class.

The annual management fee for each class is as follows:
Investor Class
I Class
Y Class
A Class
R5 Class
R6 Class
0.775%
0.675%
0.575%
0.775%
0.575%
0.525%

Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Trustees has adopted a Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan (the plan) for the A Class, pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plan provides that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on the A Class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plan during the period ended March 31, 2020 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.

Trustees’ Fees and Expenses — The Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The trustees receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund’s officers do not receive compensation from the fund.

Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.
 
4. Investment Transactions

Purchases and sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 were $505,334,255 and $216,676,577, respectively.

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5. Capital Share Transactions

Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows (unlimited number of shares authorized):
 
Year ended
March 31, 2020
Year ended
March 31, 2019
 
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
2,582,968

$
24,120,040

2,492,048

$
23,300,470

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
110,350

1,019,509

52,841

489,784

Redeemed
(2,485,789
)
(21,937,345
)
(892,212
)
(8,164,840
)
 
207,529

3,202,204

1,652,677

15,625,414

I Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
8,352,870

78,150,692

3,242,753

30,328,252

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
313,010

2,880,273

112,632

1,045,262

Redeemed
(4,658,566
)
(42,376,491
)
(1,548,171
)
(14,267,881
)
 
4,007,314

38,654,474

1,807,214

17,105,633

Y Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
28,658,736

267,758,192

7,276,212

67,726,650

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
527,541

4,858,908

617,896

5,767,299

Redeemed
(6,793,258
)
(60,475,175
)
(9,503,262
)
(86,541,386
)
 
22,393,019

212,141,925

(1,609,154
)
(13,047,437
)
A Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
382,324

3,587,904

146,952

1,360,626

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
11,759

107,889

2,782

25,721

Redeemed
(150,475
)
(1,402,229
)
(51,098
)
(471,216
)
 
243,608

2,293,564

98,636

915,131

R5 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
3,507

32,230

15,018

139,588

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
763

7,056

120

1,119

Redeemed
(6,930
)
(64,798
)
(24
)
(223
)
 
(2,660
)
(25,512
)
15,114

140,484

R6 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
3,272,990

30,517,557

11,750,108

108,674,614

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
647,328

5,964,033

276,052

2,551,007

Redeemed
(1,440,560
)
(13,026,795
)
(2,288,877
)
(21,002,448
)
 
2,479,758

23,454,795

9,737,283

90,223,173

Net increase (decrease)
29,328,568

$
279,721,450

11,701,770

$
110,962,398
















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6. Fair Value Measurements

The fund’s investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.

Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.

Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.

Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).

The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
 
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund’s portfolio holdings.
 
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Assets
 
 
 
Investment Securities
 
 
 
Corporate Bonds

$
434,145,626


Bank Loan Obligations

15,561,096


Preferred Stocks
$
69,942

13,056,167


Convertible Bonds

294,832


Common Stocks
160,103

119,615


Escrow Interests

25,717


Warrants
963

3,171


Rights

3,844


 
$
231,008

$
463,210,068



7. Risk Factors

The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.
 
The fund invests primarily in high-yield and lower-quality debt securities, which are subject to substantial risks including liquidity risk and credit risk.

The fund may invest in instruments that have variable or floating coupon rates based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate intended to be representative of the rate at which certain major international banks lend to one another over short-terms. LIBOR will be phased out by the end of 2021. Uncertainty remains regarding a replacement rate or rates for LIBOR. The transition process may lead to increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that rely on LIBOR. This could result in a change to the value of such instruments. 




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8. Federal Tax Information

The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019 were as follows:
 
2020
2019
Distributions Paid From
 
 
Ordinary income
$
23,723,628

$
12,637,227

Long-term capital gains



The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
 
As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
Federal tax cost of investments
$
538,304,442

Gross tax appreciation of investments
$
2,204,836

Gross tax depreciation of investments
(77,068,202
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments
$
(74,863,366
)
Other book-to-tax adjustments
$
(57,366
)
Undistributed ordinary income
$
5,974

Accumulated short-term capital losses
$
(1,786,399
)
Accumulated long-term capital losses
$
(4,255,647
)

The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales.
 
Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.

9. Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In March 2017, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2017-08, “Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (Subtopic 310-20), Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities” (ASU 2017-08). ASU 2017-08 amends the amortization period for certain purchased callable debt securities held at a premium, shortening such period to the earliest call date. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-08 did not materially impact the financial statements.


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Financial Highlights
For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
Distributions From:
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Net
Investment
Income
Net
Realized
Gains
Total Distributions
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.32
0.48
(1.16)
(0.68)
(0.49)
(0.49)
$8.15
(7.76)%
0.78%
0.78%
5.14%
55%

$16,377

2019
$9.43
0.53
(0.11)
0.42
(0.53)
(0.53)
$9.32
4.65%
0.78%
0.78%
5.73%
43%

$16,796

2018(3)
$9.68
0.27
(0.24)
0.03
(0.28)
(0.28)
$9.43
0.29%
0.78%(4)
0.78%(4)
5.70%(4)
26%

$1,401

I Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.32
0.48
(1.15)
(0.67)
(0.50)
(0.50)
$8.15
(7.66)%
0.68%
0.68%
5.24%
55%

$54,346

2019
$9.42
0.54
(0.10)
0.44
(0.54)
(0.54)
$9.32
4.86%
0.68%
0.68%
5.83%
43%

$24,825

2018(3)
$9.68
0.27
(0.25)
0.02
(0.28)
(0.28)
$9.42
0.23%
0.68%(4)
0.68%(4)
5.80%(4)
26%

$8,078

Y Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.32
0.49
(1.15)
(0.66)
(0.51)
(0.51)
$8.15
(7.57)%
0.58%
0.58%
5.34%
55%

$291,873

2019
$9.42
0.55
(0.10)
0.45
(0.55)
(0.55)
$9.32
4.97%
0.58%
0.58%
5.93%
43%

$125,104

2018(5)
$9.68
0.28
(0.25)
0.03
(0.29)
(0.29)
$9.42
0.31%
0.58%(4)
0.58%(4)
5.90%(4)
26%

$141,643

2017
$9.42
0.56
0.24
0.80
(0.54)
(0.54)
$9.68
8.74%
0.58%
1.00%
5.83%(6)
81%

$127,414

2016
$8.95
0.58
0.46
1.04
(0.57)(7)
(0.57)
$9.42
12.15%
0.61%
1.49%
6.37%(6)
116%

$94,197

2015
$10.24
0.65
(1.11)
(0.46)
(0.65)
(0.18)
(0.83)
$8.95
(4.79)%
0.71%
2.95%
6.62%(6)
106%

$34,075

A Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.32
0.45
(1.15)
(0.70)
(0.47)
(0.47)
$8.15
(7.99)%
1.03%
1.03%
4.89%
55%

$2,793

2019
$9.42
0.51
(0.10)
0.41
(0.51)
(0.51)
$9.32
4.50%
1.03%
1.03%
5.48%
43%

$924

2018(3)
$9.68
0.26
(0.25)
0.01
(0.27)
(0.27)
$9.42
0.06%
1.03%(4)
1.03%(4)
5.45%(4)
26%

$5




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
Distributions From:
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Net
Investment
Income
Net
Realized
Gains
Total Distributions
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
R5 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.32
0.50
(1.16)
(0.66)
(0.51)
(0.51)
$8.15
(7.56)%
0.58%
0.58%
5.34%
55%

$106

2019
$9.42
0.55
(0.10)
0.45
(0.55)
(0.55)
$9.32
4.96%
0.58%
0.58%
5.93%
43%

$146

2018(3)
$9.68
0.28
(0.25)
0.03
(0.29)
(0.29)
$9.42
0.27%
0.58%(4)
0.58%(4)
5.90%(4)
26%

$5

R6 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.32
0.50
(1.16)
(0.66)
(0.52)
(0.52)
$8.14
(7.53)%
0.53%
0.53%
5.39%
55%

$105,526

2019
$9.42
0.56
(0.10)
0.46
(0.56)
(0.56)
$9.32
5.02%
0.53%
0.53%
5.98%
43%

$97,599

2018(3)
$9.68
0.26
(0.23)
0.03
(0.29)
(0.29)
$9.42
0.31%
0.53%(4)
0.53%(4)
5.95%(4)
26%

$6,969


Notes to Financial Highlights
(1)
Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)
Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(3)
October 2, 2017 (commencement of sale) through March 31, 2018.
(4)
Annualized.
(5)
October 1, 2017 through March 31, 2018. The fund's fiscal year end was changed from September 30 to March 31, resulting in a six-month annual reporting period. For the years before March 31, 2018, the fund's fiscal year end was September 30.
(6)
The ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived and/or reimbursed.
(7)
Per-share amount includes a distribution from tax return of capital of less than $0.005.


See Notes to Financial Statements.



Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Trustees of American Century Investment Trust and Shareholders of High Income Fund    

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of High Income Fund (one of the funds constituting American Century Investment Trust, referred to hereafter as the “Fund”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2020, the statement of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019, and the periods ended March 31, 2018 (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2020, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020 and the financial highlights for the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019, and the periods ended March 31, 2018 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

The financial statements as of and for the year ended on September 30, 2017 and the financial highlights for each of the periods ended on or prior to September 30, 2017 (not presented herein, other than the financial highlights) were audited by other auditors whose report dated November 29, 2017 expressed an unqualified opinion on those financial statements and financial highlights.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2020 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.


/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
May 18, 2020

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in American Century Investments since 1997.

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Management

Board of Trustees

The individuals listed below serve as trustees of the funds. Each trustee will continue to serve in this capacity until death, retirement, resignation or removal from office. The board has adopted a mandatory retirement age for trustees who are not “interested persons,” as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act (independent trustees). Independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 75th birthday; provided, however, that on or after January 1, 2022, independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 76th birthday.
Mr. Thomas is an “interested person” because he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC), the parent company of American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM or the advisor). The other trustees (more than three-fourths of the total number) are independent. They are not employees, directors or officers of, and have no financial interest in, ACC or any of its wholly owned, direct or indirect, subsidiaries, including ACIM, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS) and American Century Services, LLC (ACS), and they do not have any other affiliations, positions or relationships that would cause them to be considered “interested persons” under the Investment Company Act. The trustees serve in this capacity for eight (in the case of Jonathan S. Thomas, 16; and Ronald J. Gilson, 9) registered investment companies in the American Century Investments family of funds.
The following table presents additional information about the trustees. The mailing address for each trustee other than Mr. Thomas is 1665 Charleston Road, Mountain View, California 94043. The mailing address for Mr. Thomas is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Tanya S. Beder
(1955)
Trustee
Since 2011
Chairman and CEO, SBCC Group Inc. (independent advisory services) (2006 to present)
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CYS Investments, Inc.; Kirby Corporation; Nabors Industries Ltd.
Jeremy I. Bulow
(1954)
Trustee
Since 2011
Professor of Economics, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (1979 to present)
40
None
Anne Casscells
(1958)
Trustee
Since 2016
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, Aetos Alternatives Management (investment advisory firm) (2001 to present); Lecturer in Accounting, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (2009 to 2017)
40
None
Ronald J. Gilson
(1946)
Trustee and Chairman of the Board
Since 1995
(Chairman since 2005)
Charles J. Meyers Professor of Law and Business, Emeritus, Stanford Law School (1979 to 2016); Marc and Eva Stern Professor of Law and Business, Columbia University School of Law (1992 to present)
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None

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Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Frederick L. A. Grauer
(1946)
Trustee
Since 2008
Senior Advisor, Credit Sesame, Inc. (credit monitoring firm) (2018 to present); Senior Advisor, Course Hero (an educational technology company) (2015 to present)
40
None
Jonathan D. Levin
(1972)
Trustee
Since 2016
Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (2016 to present); Professor, Stanford University, (2000 to present)
40
None
Peter F. Pervere
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2007
Retired
40
None
John B. Shoven
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2002
Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics, Stanford University (1973 to present, emeritus since 2019)
40
Cadence Design Systems; Exponent; Financial Engines
Interested Trustee


Jonathan S. Thomas
(1963)
Trustee
Since 2007
President and Chief Executive Officer, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as Chief Executive Officer, ACS; Executive Vice President, ACIM; Director, ACC, ACIM and other ACC subsidiaries
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None
The Statement of Additional Information has additional information about the fund's trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Officers

The following table presents certain information about the executive officers of the funds. Each officer serves as an officer for 16 (in the case of Robert J. Leach, 15) investment companies in the American Century family of funds, unless otherwise noted. No officer is compensated for his or her service as an officer of the funds. The listed officers are interested persons of the funds and are appointed or re-appointed on an annual basis. The mailing address for each of the officers listed below is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Offices with the Funds
Principal Occupation(s) During the Past Five Years
Patrick Bannigan
(1965)
President since 2019
Executive Vice President and Director, ACC (2012 to present); Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, ACC (2015 to present); Chief Operating Officer, ACC (2012-2015). Also serves as President, ACS; Vice President, ACIM; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and/or Director, ACIM, ACS and other ACC subsidiaries
R. Wes Campbell
(1974)
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018
Vice President, ACS (2020 to present); Investment Operations and Investment Accounting, ACS (2000 to present)
Amy D. Shelton
(1964)
Chief Compliance Officer and Vice President since 2014
Chief Compliance Officer, American Century funds, (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIM (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIS (2009 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIS
Charles A. Etherington
(1957)
General Counsel since 2007 and Senior Vice President since 2006
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present); Vice President, ACC (2005 to present); General Counsel, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as General Counsel, ACIM, ACS, ACIS and other ACC subsidiaries; and Senior Vice President, ACIM and ACS
C. Jean Wade
(1964)
Vice President since 2012
Senior Vice President, ACS (2017 to present); Vice President ACS (2000 to 2017)
Robert J. Leach
(1966)
Vice President since 2006
Vice President, ACS (2000 to present)
David H. Reinmiller
(1963)
Vice President since 2000
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIM and ACS
Ward D. Stauffer
(1960)
Secretary since 2005
Attorney, ACC (2003 to present)







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Liquidity Risk Management Program


The Fund has adopted a liquidity risk management program (the “program”). The Fund’s Board of Trustees (the "Board") has designated American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) as the administrator of the program. Personnel of ACIM or its affiliates conduct the day-to-day operation of the program pursuant to policies and procedures administered by those members of the ACIM’s Investment Oversight Committee who are members of the ACIM’s Investment Management and Global Analytics departments.

Under the program, ACIM manages the Fund’s liquidity risk, which is the risk that the Fund could not meet shareholder redemption requests without significant dilution of remaining shareholders’ interests in the Fund. This risk is managed by monitoring the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments, limiting the amount of the Fund’s illiquid investments, and utilizing various risk management tools and facilities available to the Fund for meeting shareholder redemptions, among other means. ACIM’s process of determining the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party liquidity assessment vendors.

The Board reviewed a report prepared by ACIM regarding the operation and effectiveness of the program for the period December 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. No significant liquidity events impacting the Fund were noted in the report. In addition, ACIM provided its assessment that the program had been effective in managing the Fund’s liquidity risk.


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Additional Information

Retirement Account Information

As required by law, distributions you receive from certain retirement accounts are subject to federal income tax withholding, unless you elect not to have withholding apply*. Tax will be withheld on the total amount withdrawn even though you may be receiving amounts that are not subject to withholding, such as nondeductible contributions. In such case, excess amounts of withholding could occur. You may adjust your withholding election so that a greater or lesser amount will be withheld.

If you don’t want us to withhold on this amount, you must notify us to not withhold the federal income tax. You may notify us in writing or in certain situations by telephone or through other electronic means. For systematic withdrawals, your withholding election will remain in effect until revoked or changed by filing a new election. You have the right to revoke your election at any time and change your withholding percentage for future distributions.

Remember, even if you elect not to have income tax withheld, you are liable for paying income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal. If you elect not to have income tax withheld or you don’t have enough income tax withheld, you may be responsible for payment of estimated tax. You may incur penalties under the estimated tax rules if your withholding and estimated tax payments are not sufficient. You can reduce or defer the income tax on a distribution by directly or indirectly rolling such distribution over to another IRA or eligible plan. You should consult your tax advisor for additional information.

State tax will be withheld if, at the time of your distribution, your address is within one of the mandatory withholding states and you have federal income tax withheld (or as otherwise required by state law). State taxes will be withheld from your distribution in accordance with the respective state rules.

*Some 403(b), 457 and qualified retirement plan distributions may be subject to 20% mandatory withholding, as they are subject to special tax and withholding rules.  Your plan administrator or plan sponsor is required to provide you with a special tax notice explaining those rules at the time you request a distribution.  If applicable, federal and/or state taxes may be withheld from your distribution amount.


Proxy Voting Policies

Descriptions of the principles and policies that the fund's investment advisor uses in exercising the voting rights associated with the securities purchased and/or held by the fund are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021 or visiting American Century Investments’ website at americancentury.com/proxy. A description of the policies is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. Information regarding how the investment advisor voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available on americancentury.com/proxy. It is also available at sec.gov.


Quarterly Portfolio Disclosure

The fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. The fund also makes its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the most recent quarter of its fiscal year available on its website at americancentury.com and, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.

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Annual Report
 
 
 
March 31, 2020
 
 
 
High-Yield Fund
 
Investor Class (ABHIX)
 
I Class (AHYHX)
 
Y Class (AHYLX)
 
A Class (AHYVX)
 
C Class (AHDCX)
 
R Class (AHYRX)
 
R5 Class (ACYIX)
 
R6 Class (AHYDX)






Beginning on January 1, 2021, as permitted by regulations adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission, paper copies of the fund’s shareholder reports like this one will no longer be sent by mail, unless you specifically request paper copies of the reports from the fund or from your financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or bank. Instead, the reports will be made available on a website, and you will be notified by mail each time a report is posted and provided with a website link to access the report.

If you already elected to receive shareholder reports electronically, you will not be affected by this change and you need not take any action. You may elect to receive shareholder reports and other communications from the fund or your financial intermediary electronically by calling or sending an email request to your appropriate contacts as listed on the back cover of this report.

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Table of Contents
President’s Letter
Performance
Portfolio Commentary
Fund Characteristics
Shareholder Fee Example
Schedule of Investments
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Statement of Operations
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Notes to Financial Statements
Financial Highlights
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Management
Liquidity Risk Management Program
Additional Information





















Any opinions expressed in this report reflect those of the author as of the date of the report, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of American Century Investments® or any other person in the American Century Investments organization. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and American Century Investments disclaims any responsibility to update such opinions. These opinions may not be relied upon as investment advice and, because investment decisions made by American Century Investments funds are based on numerous factors, may not be relied upon as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any American Century Investments fund. Security examples are used for representational purposes only and are not intended as recommendations to purchase or sell securities. Performance information for comparative indices and securities is provided to American Century Investments by third party vendors. To the best of American Century Investments’ knowledge, such information is accurate at the time of printing.



President’s Letter

jthomasrev0514a71.jpg Jonathan Thomas

Dear Investor:

Thank you for reviewing this annual report for the period ended March 31, 2020. Annual reports help convey important information about fund returns, including market factors that affected performance during the reporting period. For additional insights, please visit americancentury.com.

Virus Outbreak Abruptly Altered Economic, Market Backdrops

Through most of the period, market sentiment was upbeat, partly due to accommodative Federal Reserve (Fed) policy and modest inflation. Improving economic and corporate earnings data and a phase 1 U.S.-China trade deal also helped boost growth outlooks. Against this backdrop, key U.S. stock benchmarks rose to record highs by mid-February, and U.S. bonds continued to advance.

However, beginning in late February, unprecedented social and economic turmoil emerged and reversed the positive trajectory. The COVID-19 epidemic originating in China rapidly spread throughout the world, forcing stay-at-home orders and industry-wide shutdowns. U.S. stocks, corporate bonds and other riskier assets sold off sharply, while U.S. Treasuries rallied in the global flight to quality. The Fed stepped in quickly and aggressively, slashing interest rates to near 0% and enacting massive lending and asset-purchase programs to stabilize the financial system.

The swift and severe sell-off erased the strong stock market gains realized earlier in the period and left key benchmarks with losses for the 12 months. Reflecting their defensive characteristics, high-quality U.S. bonds withstood the turmoil and delivered solid returns for the 12-month period.

Promoting Health and Safety Remains Our Focus

While the market impact of COVID-19 has been severe, reducing the human toll is most important. We are monitoring the situation closely and following guidelines and protocols from all relevant authorities. Our firm has activated a comprehensive Pandemic Response Plan, which includes social distancing and work-from-home mandates, travel restrictions and escalated cleaning regimens at all our facilities. We’ve also launched a Business Continuity Plan to maintain regular business operations and ensure delivery of outstanding service.

We appreciate your confidence in us during these extraordinary times. We have a long history of helping clients weather volatile markets, and we are confident we will meet today’s challenges. In the meantime, the health and safety of you, your family and our employees remain a top priority.

Sincerely,
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Jonathan Thomas
President and Chief Executive Officer
American Century Investments

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Performance
Total Returns as of March 31, 2020
 
 
 
Average Annual Returns
 
 
Ticker Symbol
1 year
5 years
10 years
Since Inception
Inception Date
Investor Class
ABHIX
-5.09%
1.89%
4.63%
9/30/97
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. High-Yield 2% Issuer Capped Bond Index
-6.94%
2.78%
5.63%
I Class
AHYHX
-4.98%
0.63%
4/10/17
Y Class
AHYLX
-5.08%
0.66%
4/10/17
A Class
AHYVX
 
 
 
 
3/8/02
No sales charge
 
-5.50%
1.63%
4.37%
 
With sales charge
 
-9.73%
0.70%
3.89%
 
C Class
AHDCX
-6.04%
0.88%
3.60%
12/10/01
R Class
AHYRX
-5.57%
1.38%
4.11%
7/29/05
R5 Class
ACYIX
-5.08%
2.09%
4.84%
8/2/04
R6 Class
AHYDX
-4.85%
2.14%
2.65%
7/26/13
Average annual returns since inception are presented when ten years of performance history is not available.
Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Sales charges include initial sales charges and contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs), as applicable. A Class shares have a 4.50% maximum initial sales charge and may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. C Class shares redeemed within 12 months of purchase are subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. The SEC requires that mutual funds provide performance information net of maximum sales charges in all cases where charges could be applied.
















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Growth of $10,000 Over 10 Years
$10,000 investment made March 31, 2010
Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure.
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Value on March 31, 2020
 
Investor Class — $15,735
 
 
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. High-Yield 2% Issuer Capped Bond Index— $17,302
 
Ending value of Investor Class would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
 
 
Investor Class
I Class
Y Class
A Class
C Class
R Class
R5 Class
R6 Class
0.79%
0.69%
0.59%
1.04%
1.79%
1.29%
0.59%
0.54%
The total annual fund operating expenses shown is as stated in the fund’s prospectus current as of the date of this report. The prospectus may vary from the expense ratio shown elsewhere in this report because it is based on a different time period, includes acquired fund fees and expenses, and, if applicable, does not include fee waivers or expense reimbursements.

















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Portfolio Commentary

Portfolio Managers: Jeffrey Houston, Gavin Fleischman and Charles Tan

Effective May 2019, Kevin Akioka left the portfolio management team, and Charles Tan joined the team.

Performance Summary

High-Yield returned -5.09%* for the 12 months ended March 31, 2020, compared with the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. High-Yield 2% Issuer Capped Bond Index, which returned -6.94%. Fund returns reflect operating expenses, while index returns do not. Results for the fund and the index reflect the negative performance of high-yield bonds during the unprecedented sell-off of risk assets late in the reporting period.
 
The 12-month period began on an upbeat note for bond investors. The Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) early 2019 pivot toward dovish policy set the stage for rate cuts in July, September and October. This action, along with modest economic and corporate earnings growth and low inflation, generally supported solid gains for most U.S. bond sectors. By year-end 2019, global economic data improved, the U.S. and China signed a phase 1 trade deal and the Fed suggested it would hold rates steady through 2020. These factors combined to create a favorable outlook for high-yield bonds.

Nevertheless, conditions deteriorated rapidly within the first quarter of 2020. As the COVID-19 epidemic originating in China expanded into a pandemic, nervous fixed-income investors scrambled to shed credit risk and seek shelter in cash. Market volatility soared and liquidity markedly worsened. In response, the Fed slashed short-term rates to near 0% and launched a series of initiatives to stabilize the financial markets. Separately, Congress passed a $2 trillion fiscal relief package.

Amid the global flight to quality, riskier investments, including investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds, suffered significant losses. Separately, an unexpected price war between Saudi Arabia and Russia amid waning demand for oil triggered a sizable drop in the oil markets. This development accelerated the havoc in the high-yield sector, home to many energy companies.

By the end of March, the Fed’s rescue programs helped stabilize the credit-sensitive sectors of the fixed-income universe, but not before those sectors experienced sharp losses. Against this backdrop, our bias toward the higher-quality segments of the high-yield universe versus the index, along with an out-of-index allocation to investment-grade corporates, largely accounted for the portfolio’s better relative results.

Defensive Positioning Aided Relative Results

Through most of the reporting period, we positioned the portfolio with a more-defensive posture than the index. This was largely due to our belief that many segments of the high-yield market had become overvalued after an extended period of strong performance. This positioning was a modest detractor from relative results in 2019, when risk-on investing generally remained in favor. However, our defensive bias helped relative results as market sentiment shifted quickly and



*All fund returns referenced in this commentary are for Investor Class shares. Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived. Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure; when Investor Class performance exceeds that of the index, other share classes may not. See page 3 for returns for all share classes.

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dramatically in early 2020. In the market sell-off, the highest-risk issuers fared the worst, and our underweight position relative to the index in securities with CCC credit ratings added value. Our
focus on high-yield securities with B and BB credit ratings and an out-of-index allocation to investment-grade corporates with BBB credit ratings also helped relative performance.

Additionally, the portfolio’s larger-than-average cash position contributed to relative results. Although our cash holdings weighed on performance in the risk-on environment of 2019, they provided important downside protection in the first quarter of 2020, which proved to be the defining period of the fiscal year.

Sector Allocation, Security Selection Helped Versus Index

Our sector allocations contributed to the portfolio’s relative results, largely due to results late in the reporting period. In particular, an overweight position in the pharmaceuticals sector and an underweight position in the oil field services sector lifted relative performance. These decisions helped offset negative results versus the index from our underweight in the defensive electric utilities sector, which outperformed, and overweight positions in the gaming and airlines sectors. Gaming and airlines issues were among the hardest hit due to virus-related shutdown orders across the country.

Security selection also contributed to relative performance. Specifically, our selections among media, midstream oil production and aerospace companies helped relative results and offset our selections among energy exploration and production and gaming companies.

Portfolio Positioning

The economic downturn during the first quarter was swift and severe, but we do not expect an equally swift, or V-shaped, recovery. The consumer is the main driver of the U.S. economy, and we believe the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will weigh on consumer sentiment—and job and economic growth—for several months. Ultimately, this crisis requires a medical solution.

Heightened volatility often creates market disruptions that lead to attractive buying opportunities. Although we identified such opportunities late in the reporting period, we’re remaining cautious and selective in our positioning and mindful of the economic headwinds. We expect continued near-term pressure on credit spreads from growing defaults and rapid downgrades. Accordingly, we’re maintaining our higher-quality bias versus the index, and we’re holding a larger-than-average cash position to take advantage of select opportunities as they emerge. In particular, we’re finding value within the new-issues market and among select investment-grade corporates.

We’re also continuing our regular process of reviewing all portfolio holdings, selling those that do not align with our outlook in the current environment. As always, we favor a bottom-up approach to portfolio management, emphasizing careful security selection as we seek to enhance portfolio yield and returns.






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Fund Characteristics
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Portfolio at a Glance
 
Average Duration (effective)
3.9 years
Weighted Average Life to Maturity
5.7 years
 
 
Types of Investments in Portfolio
% of net assets
Corporate Bonds
91.9%
Preferred Stocks
0.9%
Bank Loan Obligations
0.5%
Asset-Backed Securities
0.3%
Temporary Cash Investments
5.2%
Temporary Cash Investments - Securities Lending Collateral
—*
Other Assets and Liabilities
1.2%
*Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.

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Shareholder Fee Example

Fund shareholders may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments and redemption/exchange fees; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in your fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing cost of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 made at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020.

Actual Expenses

The table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each class. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. First, identify the share class you own. Then simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

If you hold Investor Class shares of any American Century Investments fund, or I Class shares of the American Century Diversified Bond Fund, in an American Century Investments account (i.e., not through a financial intermediary or employer-sponsored retirement plan account), American Century Investments may charge you a $25.00 annual account maintenance fee if the value of those shares is less than $10,000. We will redeem shares automatically in one of your accounts to pay the $25.00 fee. In determining your total eligible investment amount, we will include your investments in all personal accounts (including American Century Investments brokerage accounts) registered under your Social Security number. Personal accounts include individual accounts, joint accounts, UGMA/UTMA accounts, personal trusts, Coverdell Education Savings Accounts and IRAs (including traditional, Roth, Rollover, SEP-, SARSEP- and SIMPLE-IRAs), and certain other retirement accounts. If you have only business, business retirement, employer-sponsored or American Century Investments brokerage accounts, you are currently not subject to this fee. If you are subject to the account maintenance fee, your account value could be reduced by the fee amount.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The table also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the actual expense ratio of each class of your fund and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the actual return of a fund’s share class. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or redemption/exchange fees. Therefore, the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.

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Beginning
Account Value
10/1/19
Ending
Account Value
3/31/20
Expenses Paid
During Period
(1) 
10/1/19 - 3/31/20
Annualized
Expense Ratio
(1)
Actual
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$913.90
$3.73
0.78%
I Class
$1,000
$914.60
$3.25
0.68%
Y Class
$1,000
$914.80
$2.78
0.58%
A Class
$1,000
$912.80
$4.93
1.03%
C Class
$1,000
$909.30
$8.50
1.78%
R Class
$1,000
$911.60
$6.12
1.28%
R5 Class
$1,000
$914.80
$2.78
0.58%
R6 Class
$1,000
$915.20
$2.54
0.53%
Hypothetical
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,021.10
$3.94
0.78%
I Class
$1,000
$1,021.60
$3.44
0.68%
Y Class
$1,000
$1,022.10
$2.93
0.58%
A Class
$1,000
$1,019.85
$5.20
1.03%
C Class
$1,000
$1,016.10
$8.97
1.78%
R Class
$1,000
$1,018.60
$6.46
1.28%
R5 Class
$1,000
$1,022.10
$2.93
0.58%
R6 Class
$1,000
$1,022.35
$2.68
0.53%
(1)
Expenses are equal to the class's annualized expense ratio listed in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 183, the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year, divided by 366, to reflect the one-half year period. Annualized expense ratio reflects actual expenses, including any applicable fee waivers or expense reimbursements and excluding any acquired fund fees and expenses.

9


Schedule of Investments

MARCH 31, 2020
 
Principal Amount
Value
CORPORATE BONDS — 91.9%
 
 
Aerospace and Defense — 2.0%
 
 
Arconic, Inc., 5.40%, 4/15/21
$
105,000

$
104,152

Arconic, Inc., 5.125%, 10/1/24
175,000

173,155

Bombardier, Inc., 8.75%, 12/1/21(1)
160,000

133,880

Bombardier, Inc., 5.75%, 3/15/22(1)
215,000

164,011

Bombardier, Inc., 6.00%, 10/15/22(1)
185,000

140,138

Bombardier, Inc., 7.50%, 3/15/25(1)
305,000

213,500

TransDigm, Inc., 6.25%, 3/15/26(1)
1,000,000

1,000,622

TransDigm, Inc., 6.375%, 6/15/26
520,000

500,786

 
 
2,430,244

Air Freight and Logistics — 0.2%
 
 
XPO Logistics, Inc., 6.50%, 6/15/22(1)
180,000

181,411

XPO Logistics, Inc., 6.75%, 8/15/24(1)
100,000

98,406

 
 
279,817

Airlines — 0.4%
 
 
United Airlines Holdings, Inc., 5.00%, 2/1/24
555,000

487,012

Auto Components — 0.6%
 
 
American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc., 6.625%, 10/15/22
139,000

116,543

Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. (The), 5.125%, 11/15/23
540,000

514,501

ZF North America Capital, Inc., 4.75%, 4/29/25(1)
160,000

134,453

 
 
765,497

Automobiles — 0.2%
 
 
Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 2.98%, 8/3/22
300,000

280,500

Banks — 1.0%
 
 
CIT Bank N.A., VRN, 2.97%, 9/27/25
1,000,000

848,855

CIT Group, Inc., 5.00%, 8/1/23
250,000

242,091

Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc, 6.125%, 12/15/22
130,000

134,261

 
 
1,225,207

Building Products — 1.1%
 
 
Builders FirstSource, Inc., 5.00%, 3/1/30(1)
120,000

108,675

Griffon Corp., 5.75%, 3/1/28(1)
800,000

756,500

Standard Industries, Inc., 6.00%, 10/15/25(1)
375,000

371,351

Standard Industries, Inc., 4.75%, 1/15/28(1)
135,000

125,269

 
 
1,361,795

Capital Markets — 1.7%
 
 
Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 5.25%, 5/15/27
787,000

732,894

LPL Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 11/15/27(1)
250,000

230,530

MSCI, Inc., 5.75%, 8/15/25(1)
500,000

519,915

MSCI, Inc., 4.00%, 11/15/29(1)
420,000

419,550

Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp., 3.50%, 2/25/25
180,000

162,009

 
 
2,064,898


10


 
Principal Amount
Value
Chemicals — 2.4%
 
 
CF Industries, Inc., 3.45%, 6/1/23
$
413,000

$
408,886

CF Industries, Inc., 4.95%, 6/1/43
500,000

478,750

Element Solutions, Inc., 5.875%, 12/1/25(1)
370,000

365,364

Huntsman International LLC, 5.125%, 11/15/22
195,000

200,234

Olin Corp., 5.125%, 9/15/27
360,000

324,192

Olin Corp., 5.625%, 8/1/29
500,000

462,900

Tronox Finance plc, 5.75%, 10/1/25(1)
680,000

612,847

 
 
2,853,173

Commercial Services and Supplies — 2.4%
 
 
ADT Security Corp. (The), 6.25%, 10/15/21
355,000

348,951

Clean Harbors, Inc., 4.875%, 7/15/27(1)
500,000

492,225

Covanta Holding Corp., 5.875%, 3/1/24
606,000

576,454

Nielsen Finance LLC / Nielsen Finance Co., 5.00%, 4/15/22(1)
555,000

514,574

Prime Security Services Borrower LLC / Prime Finance, Inc., 5.25%, 4/15/24(1)
500,000

497,023

RR Donnelley & Sons Co., 6.00%, 4/1/24
415,000

410,329

 
 
2,839,556

Communications Equipment — 0.7%
 
 
CommScope Technologies LLC, 6.00%, 6/15/25(1)
70,000

64,589

CommScope Technologies LLC, 5.00%, 3/15/27(1)
285,000

249,396

CommScope, Inc., 5.50%, 3/1/24(1)
150,000

152,738

CommScope, Inc., 5.50%, 6/15/24(1)
238,000

221,571

CommScope, Inc., 8.25%, 3/1/27(1)
200,000

193,890

 
 
882,184

Consumer Finance — 1.7%
 
 
AerCap Ireland Capital DAC / AerCap Global Aviation Trust, 5.00%, 10/1/21
300,000

269,316

Ally Financial, Inc., 4.625%, 3/30/25
75,000

72,149

Ally Financial, Inc., 5.75%, 11/20/25
168,000

165,598

Ally Financial, Inc., 8.00%, 11/1/31
210,000

242,561

Navient Corp., 5.00%, 10/26/20
60,000

59,307

Navient Corp., 5.50%, 1/25/23
705,000

667,987

Navient Corp., MTN, 6.125%, 3/25/24
140,000

131,954

Park Aerospace Holdings Ltd., 5.25%, 8/15/22(1)
460,000

416,228

 
 
2,025,100

Containers and Packaging — 4.5%
 
 
ARD Finance SA, 6.50% Cash or 7.25% PIK, 6/30/27(1)(2)
800,000

691,560

Ardagh Packaging Finance plc / Ardagh Holdings USA, Inc., 6.00%, 2/15/25(1)
415,000

419,274

Ball Corp., 5.00%, 3/15/22
205,000

212,105

Ball Corp., 4.00%, 11/15/23
90,000

91,347

Ball Corp., 5.25%, 7/1/25
250,000

273,389

Berry Global, Inc., 5.50%, 5/15/22
100,000

99,252

Berry Global, Inc., 5.125%, 7/15/23
330,000

333,191

Crown Americas LLC / Crown Americas Capital Corp. IV, 4.50%, 1/15/23
845,000

871,601

Mauser Packaging Solutions Holding Co., 5.50%, 4/15/24(1)
480,000

445,186


11


 
Principal Amount
Value
Mauser Packaging Solutions Holding Co., 7.25%, 4/15/25(1)
$
100,000

$
76,503

Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc., 5.875%, 8/15/23(1)
240,000

236,701

Reynolds Group Issuer, Inc. / Reynolds Group Issuer LLC / Reynolds Group Issuer Lu, 5.125%, 7/15/23(1)
390,000

389,511

Reynolds Group Issuer, Inc. / Reynolds Group Issuer LLC / Reynolds Group Issuer Lu, 7.00%, 7/15/24(1)
785,000

802,172

Sealed Air Corp., 5.125%, 12/1/24(1)
440,000

445,500

 
 
5,387,292

Diversified Financial Services — 0.7%
 
 
Refinitiv US Holdings, Inc., 8.25%, 11/15/26(1)
500,000

528,750

Voya Financial, Inc., VRN, 5.65%, 5/15/53
350,000

321,389

 
 
850,139

Diversified Telecommunication Services — 5.4%
 
 
Altice France SA, 7.375%, 5/1/26(1)
815,000

827,673

CenturyLink, Inc., 5.625%, 4/1/20
655,000

655,000

CenturyLink, Inc., 5.80%, 3/15/22
860,000

872,608

Cincinnati Bell, Inc., 7.00%, 7/15/24(1)
195,000

197,675

Hughes Satellite Systems Corp., 5.25%, 8/1/26
480,000

479,300

Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA, 5.50%, 8/1/23(7)
1,100,000

683,381

Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA, 9.75%, 7/15/25(1)(7)
560,000

353,503

Level 3 Financing, Inc., 5.375%, 8/15/22
290,000

291,668

Level 3 Financing, Inc., 5.375%, 5/1/25
185,000

185,232

Level 3 Financing, Inc., 5.25%, 3/15/26
450,000

452,216

Sprint Capital Corp., 6.875%, 11/15/28
280,000

321,370

Sprint Capital Corp., 8.75%, 3/15/32
265,000

351,933

Telecom Italia Capital SA, 6.375%, 11/15/33
750,000

765,413

 
 
6,436,972

Electric Utilities — 0.7%
 
 
NRG Energy, Inc., 7.25%, 5/15/26
530,000

558,116

Talen Energy Supply LLC, 6.50%, 6/1/25
390,000

255,858

 
 
813,974

Electronic Equipment, Instruments and Components — 0.3%
 
 
Sensata Technologies BV, 5.00%, 10/1/25(1)
338,000

322,369

Energy Equipment and Services — 0.3%
 
 
Nabors Industries, Inc., 4.625%, 9/15/21
38,000

24,331

Precision Drilling Corp., 5.25%, 11/15/24
375,000

134,529

Transocean Poseidon Ltd., 6.875%, 2/1/27(1)
250,000

204,242

 
 
363,102

Entertainment — 1.3%
 
 
AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc., 5.75%, 6/15/25
140,000

59,676

Cinemark USA, Inc., 5.125%, 12/15/22
165,000

131,742

Netflix, Inc., 5.875%, 11/15/28
500,000

537,775

Netflix, Inc., 5.375%, 11/15/29(1)
750,000

787,912

 
 
1,517,105

Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 2.7%
 
 
Equinix, Inc., 5.375%, 5/15/27
520,000

521,731

Iron Mountain, Inc., 5.75%, 8/15/24
395,000

395,976


12


 
Principal Amount
Value
Iron Mountain, Inc., 4.875%, 9/15/27(1)
$
500,000

$
488,484

Iron Mountain, Inc., 4.875%, 9/15/29(1)
500,000

473,174

MGM Growth Properties Operating Partnership LP / MGP Finance Co-Issuer, Inc., 5.625%, 5/1/24
475,000

458,971

MPT Operating Partnership LP / MPT Finance Corp., 4.625%, 8/1/29
1,000,000

925,625

SBA Communications Corp., 3.875%, 2/15/27(1)
20,000

20,200

 
 
3,284,161

Food and Staples Retailing — 1.6%
 
 
Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 3.50%, 2/15/23(1)
890,000

882,880

Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 6.625%, 6/15/24
595,000

608,370

Rite Aid Corp., 6.125%, 4/1/23(1)
212,000

183,910

Rite Aid Corp., 7.50%, 7/1/25(1)
123,000

117,772

Sysco Corp., 5.65%, 4/1/25(3)
170,000

177,199

 
 
1,970,131

Food Products — 4.3%
 
 
B&G Foods, Inc., 5.25%, 4/1/25
260,000

255,298

JBS USA LUX SA / JBS USA Finance, Inc., 5.875%, 7/15/24(1)
280,000

284,550

JBS USA LUX SA / JBS USA Finance, Inc., 5.75%, 6/15/25(1)
45,000

45,844

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 3.00%, 6/1/26
500,000

487,095

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 3.75%, 4/1/30(1)
950,000

908,298

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 4.375%, 6/1/46
500,000

453,312

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 11/1/24(1)
460,000

455,977

Pilgrim's Pride Corp., 5.75%, 3/15/25(1)
755,000

763,498

Post Holdings, Inc., 5.00%, 8/15/26(1)
935,000

967,444

Post Holdings, Inc., 5.50%, 12/15/29(1)
250,000

260,713

Post Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 4/15/30(1)
250,000

241,250

 
 
5,123,279

Health Care Equipment and Supplies — 0.4%
 
 
Hologic, Inc., 4.375%, 10/15/25(1)
500,000

498,273

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. / Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics SA, 6.625%, 5/15/22(1)
40,000

38,099

 
 
536,372

Health Care Providers and Services — 7.5%
 
 
Acadia Healthcare Co., Inc., 5.125%, 7/1/22
100,000

96,156

Acadia Healthcare Co., Inc., 5.625%, 2/15/23
290,000

275,107

Catalent Pharma Solutions, Inc., 5.00%, 7/15/27(1)
550,000

536,552

Centene Corp., 4.75%, 1/15/25
700,000

713,128

Centene Corp., 4.625%, 12/15/29(1)
380,000

384,009

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 6.25%, 3/31/23
575,000

550,203

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 8.125%, 6/30/24(1)
85,000

59,530

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 8.00%, 12/15/27(1)(4)
52,000

48,230

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 6.875%, 4/1/28(1)
127,000

51,435

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., VRN, 9.875%, 6/30/23(1)
315,000

248,455

DaVita, Inc., 5.125%, 7/15/24
532,000

533,732

DaVita, Inc., 5.00%, 5/1/25
722,000

725,570


13


 
Principal Amount
Value
Encompass Health Corp., 5.75%, 11/1/24
$
160,000

$
161,753

Envision Healthcare Corp., 8.75%, 10/15/26(1)
300,000

75,313

HCA, Inc., 5.00%, 3/15/24
190,000

197,068

HCA, Inc., 7.69%, 6/15/25
500,000

529,373

HCA, Inc., 4.50%, 2/15/27
480,000

495,314

HCA, Inc., 3.50%, 9/1/30
430,000

391,890

IQVIA, Inc., 5.00%, 10/15/26(1)
485,000

498,079

IQVIA, Inc., 5.00%, 5/15/27(1)
300,000

308,840

LifePoint Health, Inc., 4.375%, 2/15/27(1)
400,000

379,800

Team Health Holdings, Inc., 6.375%, 2/1/25(1)
230,000

82,511

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 8.125%, 4/1/22
470,000

446,660

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 6.75%, 6/15/23
780,000

724,429

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 5.125%, 5/1/25
500,000

476,250

 
 
8,989,387

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 5.4%
 
 
1011778 BC ULC / New Red Finance, Inc., 5.00%, 10/15/25(1)
500,000

480,622

1011778 BC ULC / New Red Finance, Inc., 4.375%, 1/15/28(1)
450,000

418,252

Aramark Services, Inc., 5.00%, 2/1/28(1)
400,000

374,468

Boyd Gaming Corp., 6.375%, 4/1/26
350,000

304,693

Caesars Resort Collection LLC / CRC Finco, Inc., 5.25%, 10/15/25(1)
600,000

437,820

Eldorado Resorts, Inc., 7.00%, 8/1/23
600,000

543,753

Golden Nugget, Inc., 6.75%, 10/15/24(1)
610,000

388,790

Hilton Worldwide Finance LLC / Hilton Worldwide Finance Corp., 4.625%, 4/1/25
455,000

427,129

International Game Technology plc, 6.50%, 2/15/25(1)
585,000

522,031

KFC Holding Co. / Pizza Hut Holdings LLC / Taco Bell of America LLC, 5.25%, 6/1/26(1)
250,000

251,544

MGM Resorts International, 6.00%, 3/15/23
350,000

339,939

MGM Resorts International, 4.625%, 9/1/26
215,000

184,313

Penn National Gaming, Inc., 5.625%, 1/15/27(1)
680,000

510,280

Scientific Games International, Inc., 8.25%, 3/15/26(1)
200,000

129,146

Scientific Games International, Inc., 7.25%, 11/15/29(1)
500,000

312,225

Station Casinos LLC, 5.00%, 10/1/25(1)
100,000

84,031

Wynn Las Vegas LLC / Wynn Las Vegas Capital Corp., 5.50%, 3/1/25(1)
605,000

567,169

Yum! Brands, Inc., 3.75%, 11/1/21
200,000

191,760

 
 
6,467,965

Household Durables — 3.8%
 
 
Beazer Homes USA, Inc., 5.875%, 10/15/27
330,000

251,650

Lennar Corp., 4.50%, 4/30/24
695,000

684,085

Mattamy Group Corp., 4.625%, 3/1/30(1)
330,000

285,656

MDC Holdings, Inc., 3.85%, 1/15/30
990,000

896,569

Meritage Homes Corp., 7.00%, 4/1/22
110,000

110,928

Meritage Homes Corp., 5.125%, 6/6/27
230,000

218,165

Newell Brands, Inc., 4.20%, 4/1/26
500,000

490,174

PulteGroup, Inc., 5.50%, 3/1/26
465,000

461,760

Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc., 5.875%, 1/31/25(1)
570,000

536,512


14


 
Principal Amount
Value
Toll Brothers Finance Corp., 4.35%, 2/15/28
$
200,000

$
183,709

Toll Brothers Finance Corp., 3.80%, 11/1/29
500,000

441,288

 
 
4,560,496

Household Products — 0.6%
 
 
Energizer Holdings, Inc., 5.50%, 6/15/25(1)
365,000

356,333

Spectrum Brands, Inc., 5.75%, 7/15/25
325,000

306,303

 
 
662,636

Insurance — 0.3%
 
 
Genworth Holdings, Inc., 7.625%, 9/24/21
315,000

301,442

Interactive Media and Services — 0.4%
 
 
Rackspace Hosting, Inc., 8.625%, 11/15/24(1)
520,000

466,544

IT Services — 0.3%
 
 
CDW LLC / CDW Finance Corp., 5.50%, 12/1/24
290,000

304,078

Life Sciences Tools and Services — 0.4%
 
 
Charles River Laboratories International, Inc., 4.25%, 5/1/28(1)
500,000

484,725

Media — 13.2%
 
 
Altice Financing SA, 7.50%, 5/15/26(1)
1,205,000

1,178,550

AMC Networks, Inc., 4.75%, 8/1/25
730,000

714,491

Cablevision Systems Corp., 5.875%, 9/15/22
705,000

715,815

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.375%, 5/1/25(1)
625,000

644,659

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.75%, 2/15/26(1)
880,000

894,036

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.125%, 5/1/27(1)
515,000

521,190

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.00%, 2/1/28(1)
500,000

504,780

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 4.50%, 8/15/30(1)
1,000,000

985,625

CSC Holdings LLC, 6.75%, 11/15/21
565,000

585,764

CSC Holdings LLC, 5.375%, 7/15/23(1)
460,000

467,477

CSC Holdings LLC, 6.625%, 10/15/25(1)
200,000

211,756

CSC Holdings LLC, 5.50%, 5/15/26(1)
245,000

255,123

CSC Holdings LLC, 5.50%, 4/15/27(1)
735,000

764,731

DISH DBS Corp., 5.125%, 5/1/20
200,000

199,161

DISH DBS Corp., 5.00%, 3/15/23
435,000

420,871

DISH DBS Corp., 5.875%, 11/15/24
630,000

617,454

Gray Television, Inc., 5.125%, 10/15/24(1)
475,000

461,940

Gray Television, Inc., 5.875%, 7/15/26(1)
455,000

440,599

Lamar Media Corp., 5.00%, 5/1/23
290,000

289,266

Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc., 5.625%, 8/1/24(1)
635,000

601,659

Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc., 5.625%, 7/15/27(1)
400,000

393,220

Sinclair Television Group, Inc., 5.625%, 8/1/24(1)
485,000

449,840

Sirius XM Radio, Inc., 4.625%, 5/15/23(1)
315,000

313,817

Sirius XM Radio, Inc., 5.375%, 4/15/25(1)
350,000

355,686

Sirius XM Radio, Inc., 5.50%, 7/1/29(1)
250,000

256,388

TEGNA, Inc., 5.50%, 9/15/24(1)
415,000

395,806

TEGNA, Inc., 5.00%, 9/15/29(1)
260,000

234,975

Univision Communications, Inc., 5.125%, 2/15/25(1)
375,000

322,500

ViacomCBS, Inc., VRN, 6.25%, 2/28/57
200,000

173,065

Videotron Ltd., 5.00%, 7/15/22
280,000

280,006

Virgin Media Finance plc, 5.75%, 1/15/25(1)
640,000

626,397


15


 
Principal Amount
Value
Ziggo BV, 5.50%, 1/15/27(1)
$
607,000

$
610,369

 
 
15,887,016

Metals and Mining — 4.1%
 
 
Alcoa Nederland Holding BV, 6.75%, 9/30/24(1)
410,000

400,640

Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., 5.75%, 3/1/25
830,000

647,400

Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., 7.00%, 3/15/27(1)
400,000

246,000

Constellium SE, 6.625%, 3/1/25(1)
835,000

757,738

First Quantum Minerals Ltd., 7.25%, 5/15/22(1)
305,000

273,079

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 3.55%, 3/1/22
49,000

47,268

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 4.125%, 3/1/28
310,000

272,533

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 5.40%, 11/14/34
655,000

610,439

Novelis Corp., 5.875%, 9/30/26(1)
780,000

770,899

Steel Dynamics, Inc., 5.00%, 12/15/26
360,000

376,304

Teck Resources Ltd., 6.25%, 7/15/41
465,000

403,855

United States Steel Corp., 6.875%, 8/15/25
100,000

70,356

 
 
4,876,511

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 6.4%
 
 
Aker BP ASA, 3.75%, 1/15/30(1)
500,000

376,411

Antero Resources Corp., 5.125%, 12/1/22
255,000

133,962

Antero Resources Corp., 5.625%, 6/1/23
155,000

63,162

Callon Petroleum Co., 6.25%, 4/15/23
235,000

57,568

Cheniere Corpus Christi Holdings LLC, 7.00%, 6/30/24
245,000

215,602

Cheniere Corpus Christi Holdings LLC, 5.875%, 3/31/25
85,000

77,566

Cheniere Corpus Christi Holdings LLC, 5.125%, 6/30/27
450,000

404,582

Cheniere Energy Partners LP, 5.25%, 10/1/25
500,000

468,735

Cheniere Energy Partners LP, 5.625%, 10/1/26
350,000

327,468

Chesapeake Energy Corp., 11.50%, 1/1/25(1)
178,000

30,260

CNX Resources Corp., 5.875%, 4/15/22
429,000

395,752

Crestwood Midstream Partners LP / Crestwood Midstream Finance Corp., 6.25%, 4/1/23
140,000

79,304

Crestwood Midstream Partners LP / Crestwood Midstream Finance Corp., 5.75%, 4/1/25
460,000

266,814

Denbury Resources, Inc., 9.00%, 5/15/21(1)
255,000

76,309

EnLink Midstream Partners LP, 4.85%, 7/15/26
700,000

349,067

Genesis Energy LP / Genesis Energy Finance Corp., 5.625%, 6/15/24
130,000

92,137

Gulfport Energy Corp., 6.00%, 10/15/24
105,000

26,512

Gulfport Energy Corp., 6.375%, 5/15/25
410,000

103,010

Hilcorp Energy I LP / Hilcorp Finance Co., 5.75%, 10/1/25(1)
240,000

112,499

MEG Energy Corp., 7.00%, 3/31/24(1)
81,000

37,868

MEG Energy Corp., 6.50%, 1/15/25(1)
295,000

187,141

NuStar Logistics LP, 4.75%, 2/1/22
155,000

122,739

Oasis Petroleum, Inc., 6.875%, 3/15/22
500,000

102,500

Oasis Petroleum, Inc., 6.25%, 5/1/26(1)
500,000

83,787

Parsley Energy LLC / Parsley Finance Corp., 5.375%, 1/15/25(1)
580,000

452,371

QEP Resources, Inc., 5.375%, 10/1/22
565,000

270,316

SM Energy Co., 5.00%, 1/15/24
365,000

110,867


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Principal Amount
Value
Southwestern Energy Co., 6.20%, 1/23/25
$
555,000

$
382,073

Sunoco LP / Sunoco Finance Corp., 5.50%, 2/15/26
850,000

742,749

Tallgrass Energy Partners LP / Tallgrass Energy Finance Corp., 6.00%, 3/1/27(1)
500,000

268,750

Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 4.25%, 11/15/23
471,000

408,336

Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 5.125%, 2/1/25
461,000

396,400

Whiting Petroleum Corp., 5.75%, 3/15/21(7)
760,000

56,202

WPX Energy, Inc., 8.25%, 8/1/23
235,000

174,780

WPX Energy, Inc., 5.25%, 10/15/27
500,000

277,775

 
 
7,731,374

Personal Products — 0.2%
 
 
Avon Products, Inc., 7.00%, 3/15/23
280,000

232,334

Pharmaceuticals — 3.3%
 
 
Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.50%, 3/1/23(1)
177,000

175,008

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 6.125%, 4/15/25(1)
700,000

693,879

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.50%, 11/1/25(1)
800,000

813,244

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.00%, 1/30/28(1)
1,000,000

954,200

Elanco Animal Health, Inc., 5.02%, 8/28/23
350,000

354,669

Horizon Therapeutics USA, Inc., 5.50%, 8/1/27(1)
750,000

757,087

Teva Pharmaceutical Finance Netherlands III BV, 3.15%, 10/1/26
300,000

254,978

 
 
4,003,065

Professional Services — 0.3%
 
 
Jaguar Holding Co. II / Pharmaceutical Product Development LLC, 6.375%, 8/1/23(1)
375,000

384,364

Road and Rail — 1.8%
 
 
Ashtead Capital, Inc., 4.125%, 8/15/25(1)
800,000

736,000

Hertz Corp. (The), 6.25%, 10/15/22
235,000

166,375

United Rentals North America, Inc., 5.50%, 7/15/25
170,000

167,663

United Rentals North America, Inc., 5.50%, 5/15/27
555,000

545,246

United Rentals North America, Inc., 4.875%, 1/15/28
500,000

487,775

 
 
2,103,059

Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment — 0.4%
 
 
NXP BV / NXP Funding LLC, 3.875%, 9/1/22(1)
455,000

457,200

Software — 0.8%
 
 
Infor US, Inc., 6.50%, 5/15/22
513,000

502,566

NortonLifeLock, Inc., 4.20%, 9/15/20
500,000

496,877

 
 
999,443

Specialty Retail — 1.1%
 
 
L Brands, Inc., 5.625%, 2/15/22
525,000

490,744

PetSmart, Inc., 5.875%, 6/1/25(1)
180,000

178,650

Suburban Propane Partners LP / Suburban Energy Finance Corp., 5.50%, 6/1/24
185,000

175,282

Suburban Propane Partners LP / Suburban Energy Finance Corp., 5.75%, 3/1/25
550,000

513,559

 
 
1,358,235


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Principal Amount
Value
Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 1.1%
 
 
Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 5.875%, 6/15/21(1)
$
175,000

$
175,000

Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 7.125%, 6/15/24(1)
335,000

347,144

EMC Corp., 2.65%, 6/1/20
150,000

149,707

NCR Corp., 5.00%, 7/15/22
380,000

358,625

Western Digital Corp., 4.75%, 2/15/26
340,000

346,885

 
 
1,377,361

Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods — 0.4%
 
 
Hanesbrands, Inc., 4.625%, 5/15/24(1)
475,000

473,221

Trading Companies and Distributors — 0.3%
 
 
Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc., 4.875%, 11/1/25(1)
370,000

336,239

Wireless Telecommunication Services — 3.2%
 
 
Sprint Corp., 7.25%, 9/15/21
785,000

813,385

Sprint Corp., 7.875%, 9/15/23
380,000

421,281

Sprint Corp., 7.125%, 6/15/24
550,000

607,742

Sprint Corp., 7.625%, 2/15/25
280,000

311,962

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 6.00%, 3/1/23
350,000

354,118

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 6.375%, 3/1/25
355,000

365,208

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 6.50%, 1/15/26
445,000

469,720

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 4.75%, 2/1/28
500,000

519,025

 
 
3,862,441

TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS
(Cost $121,411,280)
 
110,419,015

PREFERRED STOCKS — 0.9%
 
 
Banks — 0.9%
 
 
BNP Paribas SA, 4.50%(1)
378,000

291,296

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 4.00%
890,000

760,617

TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS
(Cost $1,268,000)
 
1,051,913

BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS(5) — 0.5%
 
 
Health Care Providers and Services — 0.3%
 
 
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc., 2018 Term Loan B4, 3.50%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.50%), 2/16/23
$
486,446

451,057

Pharmaceuticals — 0.2%
 
 
Bausch Health Companies Inc., 2018 Term Loan B, 3.61%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 6/2/25
225,203

215,538

TOTAL BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $710,224)
 
666,595

ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES — 0.3%
 
 
UAL Pass-Through Trust, Series 2007-1, Class A, 6.64%, 1/2/24
188,646

174,532

US Airways Pass-Through Trust, Series 2013-1, Class B, 5.375%, 5/15/23
201,069

192,230

TOTAL ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $391,478)
 
366,762


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Shares
Value
TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS — 5.2%
 
 
Repurchase Agreement, BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 1.875% - 3.00%, 11/30/21 - 5/15/45, valued at $2,121,136), in a joint trading account at 0.01%, dated 3/31/20, due 4/1/20 (Delivery value $2,079,895)
 
$
2,079,894

State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class
4,130,835

4,130,835

TOTAL TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS
(Cost $6,210,729)
 
6,210,729

TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS - SECURITIES LENDING COLLATERAL(6)†
State Street Navigator Securities Lending Government Money Market Portfolio
(Cost $50,440)
50,440

50,440

TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 98.8%
(Cost $130,042,151)
 
118,765,454

OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — 1.2%
 
1,410,485

TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0%
 
$
120,175,939



NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
LIBOR
-
London Interbank Offered Rate
MTN
-
Medium Term Note
PIK
-
Payment in Kind. Security may pay a cash rate and/or an in kind rate.
VRN
-
Variable Rate Note. The rate adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security’s offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The security's effective maturity date may be shorter than the final maturity date shown.
Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.
(1)
Security was purchased pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933 and may be sold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional investors. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $53,753,862, which represented 44.7% of total net assets.
(2)
The security's rate was paid in cash at the last payment date.
(3)
When-issued security. The issue price and yield are fixed on the date of the commitment, but payment and delivery are scheduled for a future date.
(4)
Security, or a portion thereof, is on loan. At the period end, the aggregate value of securities on loan was $48,230. The amount of securities on loan indicated may not correspond with the securities on loan identified because securities with pending sales are in the process of recall from the brokers.
(5)
The interest rate on a bank loan obligation adjusts periodically based on a predetermined schedule. Rate shown is effective at period end. The maturity date on a bank loan obligation may be less than indicated as a result of contractual or optional prepayments. These prepayments cannot be predicted with certainty.
(6)
Investment of cash collateral from securities on loan. At the period end, the aggregate market value of the collateral held by the fund was $50,440.
(7)
Security is in default.


See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Assets and Liabilities
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Assets
 
Investment securities, at value (cost of $129,991,711) — including $48,230 of securities on loan
$
118,715,014

Investment made with cash collateral received for securities on loan, at value
(cost of $50,440)
50,440

Total investment securities, at value (cost of $130,042,151)
118,765,454

Receivable for investments sold
154,481

Receivable for capital shares sold
62,739

Interest and dividends receivable
1,736,511

Securities lending receivable
3,714

 
120,722,899

 
 
Liabilities
 
Payable for collateral received for securities on loan
50,440

Payable for investments purchased
241,769

Payable for capital shares redeemed
116,964

Accrued management fees
80,369

Distribution and service fees payable
5,438

Dividends payable
51,980

 
546,960

 
 
Net Assets
$
120,175,939

 
 
Net Assets Consist of:
 
Capital paid in
$
172,254,836

Distributable earnings
(52,078,897)

 
$
120,175,939


 
Net Assets
Shares Outstanding
Net Asset Value Per Share
Investor Class

$89,168,276

17,768,738
$5.02
I Class

$4,063,423

807,923
$5.03
Y Class

$10,819,314

2,153,420
$5.02
A Class

$11,313,523

2,252,122
$5.02*
C Class

$2,775,202

552,636
$5.02
R Class

$863,654

171,996
$5.02
R5 Class

$1,012,870

201,603
$5.02
R6 Class

$159,677

31,828
$5.02
*
Maximum offering price $5.26 (net asset value divided by 0.955).


See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Operations
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
 
Investment Income (Loss)
 
Income:
 
Interest
$
7,489,104

Securities lending, net
57,194

Dividends
37,890

 
7,584,188

 
 
Expenses:
 
Management fees
1,107,474

Distribution and service fees:
 
A Class
32,147

C Class
43,932

R Class
4,814

Trustees' fees and expenses
10,689

Other expenses
2,454

 
1,201,510

Fees waived(1)
(33,079
)
 
1,168,431

 
 
Net investment income (loss)
6,415,757

 
 
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
 
Net realized gain (loss) on:
 
Investment transactions
(2,195,898
)
Swap agreement transactions
56,943

 
(2,138,955
)
 
 
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:
 
Investments
(11,016,041
)
Swap agreements
(56,525
)
 
(11,072,566
)
 
 
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)
(13,211,521
)
 
 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
$
(6,795,764
)

(1)
Amount consists of $25,632, $1,096, $1,646, $2,849, $1,204, $209, $398 and $45 for Investor Class, I Class, Y Class, A Class, C Class, R Class, R5 Class and R6 Class, respectively.


See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND MARCH 31, 2019
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2019
Operations
 
 
Net investment income (loss)
$
6,415,757

$
7,425,212

Net realized gain (loss)
(2,138,955
)
(2,294,661
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)
(11,072,566
)
1,607,485

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations
(6,795,764
)
6,738,036

 
 
 
Distributions to Shareholders
 
 
From earnings:
 
 
Investor Class
(4,983,213
)
(5,993,988
)
I Class
(228,569
)
(154,119
)
Y Class
(442,665
)
(153,733
)
A Class
(559,791
)
(626,853
)
C Class
(158,889
)
(301,522
)
R Class
(39,488
)
(47,087
)
R5 Class
(87,289
)
(87,006
)
R6 Class
(9,313
)
(217,873
)
Decrease in net assets from distributions
(6,509,217
)
(7,582,181
)
 
 
 
Capital Share Transactions
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5)
(5,445,921
)
(9,199,688
)
 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
(18,750,902
)
(10,043,833
)
 
 
 
Net Assets
 
 
Beginning of period
138,926,841

148,970,674

End of period
$
120,175,939

$
138,926,841



See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Notes to Financial Statements 

MARCH 31, 2020

1. Organization

American Century Investment Trust (the trust) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Massachusetts business trust. High-Yield Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the trust. The fund’s investment objective is to seek high current income. As a secondary objective, the fund seeks capital appreciation, but only when consistent with its primary objective of maximizing current income.

The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, Y Class, A Class, C Class, R Class, R5 Class and R6 Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.

2. Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.

Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The Board of Trustees has adopted valuation policies and procedures to guide the investment advisor in the fund’s investment valuation process and to provide methodologies for the oversight of the fund’s pricing function.
 
Fixed income securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Corporate bonds, U.S. Treasury and Government Agency securities, convertible bonds, bank loan obligations, municipal securities, and sovereign governments and agencies are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information. Mortgage-related and asset-backed securities are valued based on models that consider trade data, prepayment and default projections, benchmark yield and spread data and estimated cash flows of each tranche of the issuer. Commercial paper is valued using a curve-based approach that considers money market rates for specific instruments, programs, currencies and maturity points from a variety of active market makers.
 
Hybrid securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Preferred stocks and convertible preferred stocks with perpetual maturities are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information.
 
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported net asset value per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value. Swap agreements are valued at an evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or independent brokers.

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If the fund determines that the market price for an investment is not readily available or the valuation methods mentioned above do not reflect an investment’s fair value, such investment is valued as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees or its delegate, in accordance with policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. In its determination of fair value, the fund may review several factors including, but not limited to, market information regarding the specific investment or comparable investments and correlation with other investment types, futures indices or general market indicators. Circumstances that may cause the fund to use these procedures to value an investment include, but are not limited to: an investment has been declared in default or is distressed; trading in a security has been suspended during the trading day or a security is not actively trading on its principal exchange; prices received from a regular pricing source are deemed unreliable; or there is a foreign market holiday and no trading occurred.
 
The fund monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s net asset value per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region.
 
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
 
Investment Income — Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes paydown gain (loss) and accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums. Dividend income less foreign taxes withheld, if any, is recorded as of the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or long-term capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The fund may estimate the components of distributions received that may be considered nontaxable distributions or long-term capital gain distributions for income tax purposes. Securities lending income is net of fees and rebates earned by the lending agent for its services.
 
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor) has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Trustees. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
 
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.
 
Segregated Assets — In accordance with the 1940 Act, the fund segregates assets on its books and records to cover certain types of investment securities and other financial instruments. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities segregated to ensure the fund designates a sufficient amount of liquid assets, marked-to-market daily. The fund may also receive assets or be required to pledge assets at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements.
 
Income Tax Status — It is the fund’s policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
 
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.

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Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
 
Indemnifications — Under the trust’s organizational documents, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
 
Securities Lending — Securities are lent to qualified financial institutions and brokers. State Street Bank & Trust Co. serves as securities lending agent to the fund pursuant to a Securities Lending Agreement. The lending of securities exposes the fund to risks such as: the borrowers may fail to return the loaned securities, the borrowers may not be able to provide additional collateral, the fund may experience delays in recovery of the loaned securities or delays in access to collateral, or the fund may experience losses related to the investment collateral. To minimize certain risks, loan counterparties pledge collateral in the form of cash and/or securities. The lending agent has agreed to indemnify the fund in the case of default of any securities borrowed. Cash collateral received is invested in the State Street Navigator Securities Lending Government Money Market Portfolio, a money market mutual fund registered under the 1940 Act. The loans may also be secured by U.S. government securities in an amount at least equal to the market value of the securities loaned, plus accrued interest and dividends, determined on a daily basis and adjusted accordingly. By lending securities, the fund seeks to increase its net investment income through the receipt of interest and fees. Such income is reflected separately within the Statement of Operations. The value of loaned securities and related collateral outstanding at period end, if any, are shown on a gross basis within the Schedule of Investments and Statement of Assets and Liabilities.

The following table reflects a breakdown of transactions accounted for as secured borrowings, the gross obligation by the type of collateral pledged, and the remaining contractual maturity of those transactions as of March 31, 2020.
Remaining Contractual Maturity of Agreements
 
Overnight and
Continuous
<30 days
Between
30 & 90 days
>90 days
Total
Securities Lending Transactions(1)
 
 
 
 
Corporate Bonds
$
50,440




$
50,440

Gross amount of recognized liabilities for securities lending transactions
$
50,440


(1)
Amount represents the payable for cash collateral received for securities on loan. This will generally be in the Overnight and Continuous column as the securities are typically callable on demand.

3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties

Certain officers and trustees of the trust are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The trust's investment advisor, ACIM, the trust's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the trust's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC.
 
Management Fees — The trust has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except distribution and service fees, brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent trustees (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses, will be paid by ACIM. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class's daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund’s assets, which do not vary by class. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all the funds in the American Century Investments family of funds. From April 1, 2019 through July 31, 2019, the investment advisor agreed to waive 0.07% of the fund's management fee. Effective August 1, 2019, the investment advisor terminated the waiver and decreased the annual management fee by 0.07%.

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The Investment Category Fee range, the Complex Fee range and the effective annual management fee before and after waiver for each class for the period ended March 31, 2020 are as follows:
 
 
 
Effective Annual Management Fee
 
Investment Category Fee Range*
Complex Fee Range
Before Waiver
After Waiver
Investor Class
0.4725%
to 0.5900%
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.80%
0.77%
I Class
0.1500% to 0.2100%
0.70%
0.67%
Y Class
0.0500% to 0.1100%
0.60%
0.57%
A Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.80%
0.77%
C Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.80%
0.77%
R Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.80%
0.77%
R5 Class
0.0500% to 0.1100%
0.60%
0.57%
R6 Class
0.0000% to 0.0600%
0.55%
0.52%
*Prior to August 1, 2019, the investment category fee range was 0.5425% to 0.6600%.

Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Trustees has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class, C Class and R Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 1.00%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.75% is paid for distribution services. The plans provide that the R Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.50%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended March 31, 2020 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.
 
Trustees’ Fees and Expenses — The Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The trustees receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund’s officers do not receive compensation from the fund.

Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.

4. Investment Transactions

Purchases and sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 were $49,063,499 and $53,463,104, respectively.

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5. Capital Share Transactions

Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows (unlimited number of shares authorized):
 
Year ended
March 31, 2020
Year ended
March 31, 2019
 
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
4,942,542

$
27,375,119

12,448,873

$
69,118,275

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
778,790

4,321,248

955,164

5,263,536

Redeemed
(7,917,597
)
(43,284,857
)
(13,350,485
)
(73,963,906
)
 
(2,196,265
)
(11,588,490
)
53,552

417,905

I Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
795,961

4,436,745

90,790

506,228

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
41,109

228,569

26,689

147,594

Redeemed
(443,286
)
(2,440,782
)
(483,393
)
(2,695,266
)
 
393,784

2,224,532

(365,914
)
(2,041,444
)
Y Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
1,239,405

6,896,371

1,012,561

5,600,018

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
79,896

442,665

28,019

153,678

Redeemed
(198,254
)
(1,080,041
)
(55,116
)
(298,822
)
 
1,121,047

6,258,995

985,464

5,454,874

A Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
613,504

3,434,886

426,615

2,368,335

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
95,214

528,748

107,600

593,585

Redeemed
(596,450
)
(3,292,248
)
(723,224
)
(3,992,813
)
 
112,268

671,386

(189,009
)
(1,030,893
)
C Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
36,604

205,299

87,824

483,241

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
25,735

143,114

50,386

278,026

Redeemed
(514,997
)
(2,837,953
)
(617,331
)
(3,404,093
)
 
(452,658
)
(2,489,540
)
(479,121
)
(2,642,826
)
R Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
82,658

458,549

93,275

513,476

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
6,991

38,799

8,356

46,121

Redeemed
(95,927
)
(525,608
)
(109,721
)
(604,783
)
 
(6,278
)
(28,260
)
(8,090
)
(45,186
)
R5 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
95,173

531,721

67,739

375,160

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
15,688

87,274

15,653

86,374

Redeemed
(207,666
)
(1,101,339
)
(101,804
)
(566,900
)
 
(96,805
)
(482,344
)
(18,412
)
(105,366
)
R6 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
1,297

7,215

54,007

301,428

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
1,679

9,313

38,855

216,459

Redeemed
(5,361
)
(28,728
)
(1,737,462
)
(9,724,639
)
 
(2,385
)
(12,200
)
(1,644,600
)
(9,206,752
)
Net increase (decrease)
(1,127,292
)
$
(5,445,921
)
(1,666,130
)
$
(9,199,688
)

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6. Fair Value Measurements

The fund’s investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.

Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.

Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.

Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).

The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
 
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund’s portfolio holdings.
 
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Assets
 
 
 
Investment Securities
 
 
 
Corporate Bonds

$
110,419,015


Preferred Stocks

1,051,913


Bank Loan Obligations

666,595


Asset-Backed Securities

366,762


Temporary Cash Investments
$
4,130,835

2,079,894


Temporary Cash Investments - Securities Lending Collateral
50,440



 
$
4,181,275

$
114,584,179



7. Derivative Instruments

Credit Risk — The fund is subject to credit risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of a bond generally declines as the credit quality of its issuer declines. Credit default swap agreements enable a fund to buy/sell protection against a credit event of a specific issuer or index. A fund may attempt to enhance returns by selling protection or attempt to mitigate credit risk by buying protection. The buyer/seller of credit protection against a security or basket of securities may pay/receive an up-front or periodic payment to compensate for/against potential default events. Changes in value, including the periodic amounts of interest to be paid or received on swap agreements, are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a fund is required to deposit cash or securities (initial margin) with a financial intermediary in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the notional amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the value and is a component of unrealized gains and losses. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon receipt or payment of a periodic settlement or termination of swap agreements. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of swap agreements are a component of net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements, respectively. The risks of entering into swap agreements include the possible lack of liquidity, failure of the counterparty to meet its obligations, and that there may be unfavorable changes in the underlying investments or instruments. The fund's average notional amount held during the period was $1,089,000.
 
At period end, the fund did not have any derivative instruments disclosed on the Statement of Assets and Liabilities. For the year ended March 31, 2020, the effect of credit risk derivative instruments on the Statement of Operations was $56,943 in net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and $(56,525) in change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements.

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8. Risk Factors

The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.
 
The fund invests primarily in lower-rated debt securities, which are subject to substantial risks including liquidity risk and credit risk.

There are certain risks involved in investing in foreign securities. These risks include those resulting from political events (such as civil unrest, national elections and imposition of exchange controls), social and economic events (such as labor strikes and rising inflation), and natural disasters. Securities of foreign issuers may be less liquid and more volatile. Investing in emerging markets or a significant portion of assets in one country or region may accentuate these risks.

The fund may invest in instruments that have variable or floating coupon rates based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate intended to be representative of the rate at which certain major international banks lend to one another over short-terms. LIBOR will be phased out by the end of 2021. Uncertainty remains regarding a replacement rate or rates for LIBOR. The transition process may lead to increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that rely on LIBOR. This could result in a change to the value of such instruments.

9. Federal Tax Information

The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019 were as follows:
 
2020
2019
Distributions Paid From
 
 
Ordinary income
$
6,509,217

$
7,582,181

Long-term capital gains



The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
 
As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
Federal tax cost of investments
$
130,084,822

Gross tax appreciation of investments
$
1,251,313

Gross tax depreciation of investments
(12,570,681
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments
$
(11,319,368
)
Other book-to-tax adjustments

$
(26,301
)
Undistributed ordinary income

Accumulated short-term capital losses
$
(3,762,656
)
Accumulated long-term capital losses
$
(36,970,572
)

The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales.
 
Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.

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10. Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In March 2017, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2017-08, “Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (Subtopic 310-20), Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities” (ASU 2017-08). ASU 2017-08 amends the amortization period for certain purchased callable debt securities held at a premium, shortening such period to the earliest call date. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-08 did not materially impact the financial statements.

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Financial Highlights
For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(before
expense
waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$5.54
0.25
(0.51)
(0.26)
(0.26)
$5.02
(5.09)%
0.78%
0.81%
4.55%
4.52%
38%

$89,168

2019
$5.57
0.29
(0.03)
0.26
(0.29)
$5.54
4.91%
0.79%
0.86%
5.22%
5.15%
24%

$110,624

2018
$5.73
0.29
(0.15)(3)
0.14
(0.30)
$5.57
2.33%
0.83%
0.86%
5.03%
5.00%
20%

$110,940

2017
$5.36
0.29
0.37
0.66
(0.29)
$5.73
12.62%
0.85%
0.85%
5.13%
5.13%
29%

$287,088

2016
$5.92
0.30
(0.55)
(0.25)
(0.31)
$5.36
(4.30)%
0.85%
0.85%
5.36%
5.36%
24%

$344,505

I Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$5.55
0.26
(0.52)
(0.26)
(0.26)
$5.03
(4.98)%
0.68%
0.71%
4.65%
4.62%
38%

$4,063

2019
$5.58
0.30
(0.03)
0.27
(0.30)
$5.55
5.01%
0.69%
0.76%
5.32%
5.25%
24%

$2,300

2018(4)
$5.75
0.29
(0.17)(3)
0.12
(0.29)
$5.58
2.11%
0.73%(5)
0.76%(5)
5.22%(5)
5.19%(5)
20%(6)

$4,356

Y Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$5.55
0.26
(0.52)
(0.26)
(0.27)
$5.02
(5.08)%
0.58%
0.61%
4.75%
4.72%
38%

$10,819

2019
$5.58
0.30
(0.02)
0.28
(0.31)
$5.55
5.12%
0.59%
0.66%
5.42%
5.35%
24%

$5,727

2018(4)
$5.75
0.30
(0.17)(3)
0.13
(0.30)
$5.58
2.20%
0.63%(5)
0.66%(5)
5.51%(5)
5.48%(5)
20%(6)

$262




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(before
expense
waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
A Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$5.55
0.24
(0.53)
(0.29)
(0.24)
$5.02
(5.50)%
1.03%
1.06%
4.30%
4.27%
38%

$11,314

2019
$5.58
0.28
(0.03)
0.25
(0.28)
$5.55
4.65%
1.04%
1.11%
4.97%
4.90%
24%

$11,868

2018
$5.73
0.28
(0.15)(3)
0.13
(0.28)
$5.58
2.25%
1.08%
1.11%
4.78%
4.75%
20%

$12,985

2017
$5.36
0.28
0.37
0.65
(0.28)
$5.73
12.35%
1.10%
1.10%
4.88%
4.88%
29%

$22,166

2016
$5.92
0.28
(0.55)
(0.27)
(0.29)
$5.36
(4.54)%
1.10%
1.10%
5.11%
5.11%
24%

$24,610

C Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$5.54
0.20
(0.52)
(0.32)
(0.20)
$5.02
(6.04)%
1.78%
1.81%
3.55%
3.52%
38%

$2,775

2019
$5.57
0.23
(0.02)
0.21
(0.24)
$5.54
3.87%
1.79%
1.86%
4.22%
4.15%
24%

$5,574

2018
$5.73
0.24
(0.16)(3)
0.08
(0.24)
$5.57
1.31%
1.83%
1.86%
4.03%
4.00%
20%

$8,275

2017
$5.36
0.23
0.38
0.61
(0.24)
$5.73
11.51%
1.85%
1.85%
4.13%
4.13%
29%

$9,985

2016
$5.92
0.24
(0.55)
(0.31)
(0.25)
$5.36
(5.25)%
1.85%
1.85%
4.36%
4.36%
24%

$9,695

R Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$5.54
0.22
(0.51)
(0.29)
(0.23)
$5.02
(5.57)%
1.28%
1.31%
4.05%
4.02%
38%

$864

2019
$5.57
0.26
(0.02)
0.24
(0.27)
$5.54
4.39%
1.29%
1.36%
4.72%
4.65%
24%

$988

2018
$5.73
0.26
(0.15)(3)
0.11
(0.27)
$5.57
1.82%
1.33%
1.36%
4.53%
4.50%
20%

$1,039

2017
$5.36
0.26
0.38
0.64
(0.27)
$5.73
12.06%
1.35%
1.35%
4.63%
4.63%
29%

$1,516

2016
$5.92
0.27
(0.55)
(0.28)
(0.28)
$5.36
(4.78)%
1.35%
1.35%
4.86%
4.86%
24%

$1,624




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(before
expense
waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
R5 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$5.55
0.26
(0.52)
(0.26)
(0.27)
$5.02
(5.08)%
0.58%
0.61%
4.75%
4.72%
38%

$1,013

2019
$5.58
0.30
(0.02)
0.28
(0.31)
$5.55
5.12%
0.59%
0.66%
5.42%
5.35%
24%

$1,656

2018
$5.73
0.29
(0.13)(3)
0.16
(0.31)
$5.58
2.72%
0.63%
0.66%
5.23%
5.20%
20%

$1,767

2017
$5.36
0.30
0.38
0.68
(0.31)
$5.73
12.85%
0.65%
0.65%
5.33%
5.33%
29%

$537,457

2016
$5.92
0.31
(0.55)
(0.24)
(0.32)
$5.36
(4.11)%
0.65%
0.65%
5.56%
5.56%
24%

$473,014

R6 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$5.54
0.27
(0.52)
(0.25)
(0.27)
$5.02
(4.85)%
0.53%
0.56%
4.80%
4.77%
38%

$160

2019
$5.57
0.30
(0.02)
0.28
(0.31)
$5.54
5.17%
0.54%
0.61%
5.47%
5.40%
24%

$190

2018
$5.73
0.30
(0.15)(3)
0.15
(0.31)
$5.57
2.58%
0.58%
0.61%
5.28%
5.25%
20%

$9,348

2017
$5.36
0.30
0.38
0.68
(0.31)
$5.73
12.90%
0.60%
0.60%
5.38%
5.38%
29%

$88,697

2016
$5.92
0.31
(0.55)
(0.24)
(0.32)
$5.36
(4.06)%
0.60%
0.60%
5.61%
5.61%
24%

$55,552




Notes to Financial Highlights
 
 
(1)
Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)
Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(3)
Per-share amount was not in accord with the net realized and unrealized gain (loss) for the period because of the timing of transactions in shares of the fund and the amount and timing of per-share net realized and unrealized gain (loss) on such shares.
(4)
April 10, 2017 (commencement of sale) through March 31, 2018.
(5)
Annualized.
(6)
Portfolio turnover is calculated at the fund level. Percentage indicated was calculated for the year ended March 31, 2018.


See Notes to Financial Statements.



Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Trustees of American Century Investment Trust and Shareholders of High-Yield Fund

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of High-Yield Fund (one of the funds constituting American Century Investment Trust, referred to hereafter as the “Fund”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2020, the statement of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2020, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020 and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2020 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.



/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
May 18, 2020

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in American Century Investments since 1997.

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Management

Board of Trustees

The individuals listed below serve as trustees of the funds. Each trustee will continue to serve in this capacity until death, retirement, resignation or removal from office. The board has adopted a mandatory retirement age for trustees who are not “interested persons,” as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act (independent trustees). Independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 75th birthday; provided, however, that on or after January 1, 2022, independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 76th birthday.
Mr. Thomas is an “interested person” because he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC), the parent company of American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM or the advisor). The other trustees (more than three-fourths of the total number) are independent. They are not employees, directors or officers of, and have no financial interest in, ACC or any of its wholly owned, direct or indirect, subsidiaries, including ACIM, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS) and American Century Services, LLC (ACS), and they do not have any other affiliations, positions or relationships that would cause them to be considered “interested persons” under the Investment Company Act. The trustees serve in this capacity for eight (in the case of Jonathan S. Thomas, 16; and Ronald J. Gilson, 9) registered investment companies in the American Century Investments family of funds.
The following table presents additional information about the trustees. The mailing address for each trustee other than Mr. Thomas is 1665 Charleston Road, Mountain View, California 94043. The mailing address for Mr. Thomas is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Tanya S. Beder
(1955)
Trustee
Since 2011
Chairman and CEO, SBCC Group Inc. (independent advisory services) (2006 to present)
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CYS Investments, Inc.; Kirby Corporation; Nabors Industries Ltd.
Jeremy I. Bulow
(1954)
Trustee
Since 2011
Professor of Economics, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (1979 to present)
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None
Anne Casscells
(1958)
Trustee
Since 2016
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, Aetos Alternatives Management (investment advisory firm) (2001 to present); Lecturer in Accounting, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (2009 to 2017)
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None
Ronald J. Gilson
(1946)
Trustee and Chairman of the Board
Since 1995
(Chairman since 2005)
Charles J. Meyers Professor of Law and Business, Emeritus, Stanford Law School (1979 to 2016); Marc and Eva Stern Professor of Law and Business, Columbia University School of Law (1992 to present)
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None

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Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Frederick L. A. Grauer
(1946)
Trustee
Since 2008
Senior Advisor, Credit Sesame, Inc. (credit monitoring firm) (2018 to present); Senior Advisor, Course Hero (an educational technology company) (2015 to present)
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None
Jonathan D. Levin
(1972)
Trustee
Since 2016
Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (2016 to present); Professor, Stanford University, (2000 to present)
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None
Peter F. Pervere
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2007
Retired
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None
John B. Shoven
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2002
Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics, Stanford University (1973 to present, emeritus since 2019)
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Cadence Design Systems; Exponent; Financial Engines
Interested Trustee


Jonathan S. Thomas
(1963)
Trustee
Since 2007
President and Chief Executive Officer, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as Chief Executive Officer, ACS; Executive Vice President, ACIM; Director, ACC, ACIM and other ACC subsidiaries
120
None
The Statement of Additional Information has additional information about the fund's trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Officers

The following table presents certain information about the executive officers of the funds. Each officer serves as an officer for 16 (in the case of Robert J. Leach, 15) investment companies in the American Century family of funds, unless otherwise noted. No officer is compensated for his or her service as an officer of the funds. The listed officers are interested persons of the funds and are appointed or re-appointed on an annual basis. The mailing address for each of the officers listed below is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Offices with the Funds
Principal Occupation(s) During the Past Five Years
Patrick Bannigan
(1965)
President since 2019
Executive Vice President and Director, ACC (2012 to present); Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, ACC (2015 to present); Chief Operating Officer, ACC (2012-2015). Also serves as President, ACS; Vice President, ACIM; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and/or Director, ACIM, ACS and other ACC subsidiaries
R. Wes Campbell
(1974)
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018
Vice President, ACS (2020 to present); Investment Operations and Investment Accounting, ACS (2000 to present)
Amy D. Shelton
(1964)
Chief Compliance Officer and Vice President since 2014
Chief Compliance Officer, American Century funds, (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIM (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIS (2009 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIS
Charles A. Etherington
(1957)
General Counsel since 2007 and Senior Vice President since 2006
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present); Vice President, ACC (2005 to present); General Counsel, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as General Counsel, ACIM, ACS, ACIS and other ACC subsidiaries; and Senior Vice President, ACIM and ACS
C. Jean Wade
(1964)
Vice President since 2012
Senior Vice President, ACS (2017 to present); Vice President ACS (2000 to 2017)
Robert J. Leach
(1966)
Vice President since 2006
Vice President, ACS (2000 to present)
David H. Reinmiller
(1963)
Vice President since 2000
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIM and ACS
Ward D. Stauffer
(1960)
Secretary since 2005
Attorney, ACC (2003 to present)







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Liquidity Risk Management Program


The Fund has adopted a liquidity risk management program (the “program”). The Fund’s Board of Trustees (the "Board") has designated American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) as the administrator of the program. Personnel of ACIM or its affiliates conduct the day-to-day operation of the program pursuant to policies and procedures administered by those members of the ACIM’s Investment Oversight Committee who are members of the ACIM’s Investment Management and Global Analytics departments.

Under the program, ACIM manages the Fund’s liquidity risk, which is the risk that the Fund could not meet shareholder redemption requests without significant dilution of remaining shareholders’ interests in the Fund. This risk is managed by monitoring the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments, limiting the amount of the Fund’s illiquid investments, and utilizing various risk management tools and facilities available to the Fund for meeting shareholder redemptions, among other means. ACIM’s process of determining the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party liquidity assessment vendors.

The Board reviewed a report prepared by ACIM regarding the operation and effectiveness of the program for the period December 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. No significant liquidity events impacting the Fund were noted in the report. In addition, ACIM provided its assessment that the program had been effective in managing the Fund’s liquidity risk.


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Additional Information

Retirement Account Information

As required by law, distributions you receive from certain retirement accounts are subject to federal income tax withholding, unless you elect not to have withholding apply*. Tax will be withheld on the total amount withdrawn even though you may be receiving amounts that are not subject to withholding, such as nondeductible contributions. In such case, excess amounts of withholding could occur. You may adjust your withholding election so that a greater or lesser amount will be withheld.

If you don’t want us to withhold on this amount, you must notify us to not withhold the federal income tax. You may notify us in writing or in certain situations by telephone or through other electronic means. For systematic withdrawals, your withholding election will remain in effect until revoked or changed by filing a new election. You have the right to revoke your election at any time and change your withholding percentage for future distributions.

Remember, even if you elect not to have income tax withheld, you are liable for paying income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal. If you elect not to have income tax withheld or you don’t have enough income tax withheld, you may be responsible for payment of estimated tax. You may incur penalties under the estimated tax rules if your withholding and estimated tax payments are not sufficient. You can reduce or defer the income tax on a distribution by directly or indirectly rolling such distribution over to another IRA or eligible plan. You should consult your tax advisor for additional information.

State tax will be withheld if, at the time of your distribution, your address is within one of the mandatory withholding states and you have federal income tax withheld (or as otherwise required by state law). State taxes will be withheld from your distribution in accordance with the respective state rules.

*Some 403(b), 457 and qualified retirement plan distributions may be subject to 20% mandatory withholding, as they are subject to special tax and withholding rules.  Your plan administrator or plan sponsor is required to provide you with a special tax notice explaining those rules at the time you request a distribution.  If applicable, federal and/or state taxes may be withheld from your distribution amount.


Proxy Voting Policies

Descriptions of the principles and policies that the fund's investment advisor uses in exercising the voting rights associated with the securities purchased and/or held by the fund are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021 or visiting American Century Investments’ website at americancentury.com/proxy. A description of the policies is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. Information regarding how the investment advisor voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available on americancentury.com/proxy. It is also available at sec.gov.


Quarterly Portfolio Disclosure

The fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. The fund also makes its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the most recent quarter of its fiscal year available on its website at americancentury.com and, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.



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Annual Report
 
 
 
March 31, 2020
 
 
 
NT Diversified Bond Fund
 
G Class (ACLDX)











Beginning on January 1, 2021, as permitted by regulations adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission, paper copies of the fund’s shareholder reports like this one will no longer be sent by mail, unless you specifically request paper copies of the reports from the fund or from your financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or bank. Instead, the reports will be made available on a website, and you will be notified by mail each time a report is posted and provided with a website link to access the report.

If you already elected to receive shareholder reports electronically, you will not be affected by this change and you need not take any action. You may elect to receive shareholder reports and other communications from the fund or your financial intermediary electronically by calling or sending an email request to your appropriate contacts as listed on the back cover of this report.

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Table of Contents
Performance
Portfolio Commentary
Fund Characteristics
Shareholder Fee Example
Schedule of Investments
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Statement of Operations
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Notes to Financial Statements
Financial Highlights
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Management
Liquidity Risk Management Program
Additional Information























Any opinions expressed in this report reflect those of the author as of the date of the report, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of American Century Investments® or any other person in the American Century Investments organization. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and American Century Investments disclaims any responsibility to update such opinions. These opinions may not be relied upon as investment advice and, because investment decisions made by American Century Investments funds are based on numerous factors, may not be relied upon as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any American Century Investments fund. Security examples are used for representational purposes only and are not intended as recommendations to purchase or sell securities. Performance information for comparative indices and securities is provided to American Century Investments by third party vendors. To the best of American Century Investments’ knowledge, such information is accurate at the time of printing.



Performance
Total Returns as of March 31, 2020
 
 
 
 
Average Annual Returns
 
 
Ticker Symbol
1 year
5 years
10 years
Inception Date
G Class
ACLDX
8.18%
3.09%
3.81%
5/12/06
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index
8.93%
3.35%
3.88%
Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Growth of $10,000 Over 10 Years
$10,000 investment made March 31, 2010
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Value on March 31, 2020
 
G Class — $14,545
 
 
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index — $14,639
 
Ending value of G Class would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
G Class 0.35%
The total annual fund operating expenses shown is as stated in the fund’s prospectus current as of the date of this report. The prospectus may vary from the expense ratio shown elsewhere in this report because it is based on a different time period, includes acquired fund fees and expenses, and, if applicable, does not include fee waivers or expense reimbursements.




Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Portfolio Commentary

Portfolio Managers: Bob Gahagan, Hando Aguilar, Jeff Houston, Brian Howell and Charles Tan

Performance Summary

NT Diversified Bond returned 8.18%* for the 12 months ended March 31, 2020. By comparison, the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index returned 8.93%. Returns for the fund and the index largely reflected the defensive characteristics of the broad U.S. investment-grade bond market in the face of unprecedented market unrest in early 2020.

The reporting period began on an upbeat note for bond investors. The Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) early 2019 pivot toward dovish policy set the stage for rate cuts in July, September and October. This action, along with modest economic and earnings growth and low inflation, generally supported solid gains for U.S. bonds. By year-end 2019, global economic data improved, the U.S. and China signed a phase 1 trade deal and the Fed suggested it would hold rates steady through 2020.

Conditions deteriorated rapidly within the first quarter of 2020. As the COVID-19 epidemic originating in China expanded into a pandemic, nervous fixed-income investors scrambled to shed credit risk and seek shelter in cash. Market volatility soared and liquidity sank. In response, the Fed slashed short-term rates to near 0% and launched a series of initiatives to stabilize the financial markets. Separately, Congress passed a $2 trillion fiscal relief package. Reflecting market sentiment, the 10-year Treasury yield started the period at 2.41% and closed at 0.68% after touching a record-low 0.54% in early March. The two-year Treasury yield followed a similar path during the 12-month period, dropping from 2.27% to 0.22%, including a 135-basis-point decline in the first quarter of 2020.

Amid a global flight to quality, riskier investments, including corporate and securitized bonds, suffered significant losses. The Fed’s rescue programs helped stabilize credit-sensitive sectors of the fixed-income universe, including mortgage-backed securities, municipal bonds (munis) and investment-grade corporate bonds. Against this backdrop, an underweight position in Treasuries, relative to the benchmark, accounted for much of NT Diversified Bond’s underperformance.

Securitized Exposure Hindered Performance

We continued to underweight Treasuries and government agencies relative to the index in favor of spread (non-Treasury) sectors, including securitized bonds and corporate issues. This strategy diminished returns amid the late-period rush for stability and liquidity.

Throughout the period, we maintained an overweight position in securitized bonds, believing the sector offered better relative value and less volatility than corporate credit issues. The strategy generally aided performance during risk-on periods, but it proved detrimental amid the coronavirus sell-off. Forced selling created havoc for the sector, as the credit-sensitive holdings we favored, including non-agency commercial mortgage-backed securities, collateralized mortgage obligations and collateralized loan obligations, were hardest hit. Agency-backed mortgages recovered slightly after the Fed announced its asset-purchase plan, which included agency mortgages.







*Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

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Corporate, Non-Index Securities Weighed on Results

As sentiment on the economy started to soften during 2019, we reduced our allocation to the corporate bond sector. Combined with our view that the credit cycle had entered its final stage, we believed that valuations among corporate bonds had advanced to levels in line with fundamentals. In addition to trimming exposure, we maintained a higher-quality bias, given the then uncertainties surrounding the effects of tariffs on corporate earnings. We also reduced our out-of-index stake in high-yield bonds. Although our corporate exposure suffered with all risk assets in the early 2020 decline, investment-grade securities recovered slightly late in the period on news the Fed would purchase corporate bonds.

Meanwhile, our out-of-index allocation to inflation-linked securities modestly detracted from relative performance. Late in the period, longer-term inflation expectations (10-year breakeven rate) sagged to their lowest level since 2009.

Portfolio Positioning

The economic downturn during the first quarter was swift and severe, but we do not expect an equally swift, or V-shaped, recovery. The consumer is the main driver of the U.S. economy, and we believe the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will weigh on consumer sentiment—and job and economic growth—for several months. Ultimately, this crisis requires a medical solution.

With its massive financial rescue package, the Fed has demonstrated it will take extraordinary steps to maintain broad market liquidity and assure credit market stability. However, we don’t expect the Fed to ease further, as policymakers previously noted an unwillingness to push rates below zero. Additionally, the effects of significant fiscal stimulus should allow the Fed to keep rates steady.

Heightened volatility often creates market disruptions that lead to attractive buying opportunities. In the first quarter’s flight to quality, we identified such opportunities in the securitized, corporate credit and muni sectors. We’re remaining cautious and defensive in our positioning, focusing on high-quality securities and positioning our portfolio to weather a U-shaped recovery. We’re emphasizing securities the Fed is buying—high-quality corporate, mortgage and muni securities and Treasury inflation-protected securities.

At the same time, we’re reviewing each portfolio holding, eliminating securities we’re uncomfortable holding in the current environment. In particular, we’ve reduced exposure to securitized securities. We believe rising unemployment and the broad economic shutdown created by the pandemic will create challenges for certain segments of the mortgage market. We’ve also hedged overall risk in the portfolio via credit default swaps. As always, we favor a bottom-up approach to portfolio management, emphasizing careful security selection.









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Fund Characteristics
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Portfolio at a Glance
 
Average Duration (effective)
5.9 years
Weighted Average Life to Maturity
7.3 years
 
 
Types of Investments in Portfolio
% of net assets
Corporate Bonds
29.0%
U.S. Treasury Securities
24.9%
U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities
17.8%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.0%
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations
3.8%
Collateralized Loan Obligations
3.7%
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities
3.3%
Municipal Securities
1.7%
Sovereign Governments and Agencies
0.8%
U.S. Government Agency Securities
0.3%
Preferred Stocks
0.2%
Temporary Cash Investments
11.1%
Other Assets and Liabilities
(0.6)%




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Shareholder Fee Example

Fund shareholders may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments and redemption/exchange fees; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in your fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing cost of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 made at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020.

Actual Expenses

The table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each class. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. First, identify the share class you own. Then simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The table also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the actual expense ratio of each class of your fund and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the actual return of a fund’s share class. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or redemption/exchange fees. Therefore, the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
 
Beginning
Account Value
10/1/19
Ending
Account Value
3/31/20
Expenses Paid
During Period
(1)
10/1/19 - 3/31/20
 
Annualized
Expense Ratio
(1)
Actual
 
 
 
 
G Class
$1,000
$1,024.40
$0.05
0.01%
Hypothetical
 
 
 
 
G Class
$1,000
$1,024.95
$0.05
0.01%
(1)
Expenses are equal to the class's annualized expense ratio listed in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 183, the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year, divided by 366, to reflect the one-half year period. Annualized expense ratio reflects actual expenses, including any applicable fee waivers or expense reimbursements and excluding any acquired fund fees and expenses.

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Schedule of Investments

MARCH 31, 2020
 
Principal Amount
Value
CORPORATE BONDS — 29.0%
 
 
Aerospace and Defense — 0.1%
 
 
United Technologies Corp., 6.05%, 6/1/36
$
730,000

$
977,230

United Technologies Corp., 5.70%, 4/15/40
1,420,000

1,834,576

 
 
2,811,806

Automobiles — 0.6%
 
 
Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 5.875%, 8/2/21
4,280,000

4,215,800

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 2.98%, 8/3/22
1,200,000

1,122,000

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 3.35%, 11/1/22
2,220,000

2,053,500

General Motors Co., 5.15%, 4/1/38
1,500,000

1,089,692

General Motors Financial Co., Inc., 3.20%, 7/6/21
3,110,000

2,972,096

General Motors Financial Co., Inc., 5.25%, 3/1/26
1,480,000

1,308,891

 
 
12,761,979

Banks — 6.0%
 
 
Banco Santander SA, 3.50%, 4/11/22
2,600,000

2,573,716

Bank of America Corp., MTN, 4.00%, 1/22/25
5,140,000

5,437,307

Bank of America Corp., MTN, VRN, 3.82%, 1/20/28
3,020,000

3,138,914

Bank of America Corp., VRN, 3.00%, 12/20/23
3,664,000

3,737,820

Bank of America Corp., VRN, 3.42%, 12/20/28
80,000

82,770

Bank of Montreal, MTN, 3.30%, 2/5/24
4,433,000

4,638,213

Barclays Bank plc, 5.14%, 10/14/20
2,290,000

2,312,347

BNP Paribas SA, VRN, 2.82%, 11/19/25(1)
2,630,000

2,602,748

BPCE SA, 3.00%, 5/22/22(1)
2,060,000

2,041,485

BPCE SA, 5.15%, 7/21/24(1)
1,870,000

1,975,044

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, 2.25%, 1/28/25
4,200,000

4,165,148

Citigroup, Inc., 2.90%, 12/8/21
7,951,000

8,029,495

Citigroup, Inc., 2.75%, 4/25/22
4,508,000

4,534,889

Citigroup, Inc., 4.05%, 7/30/22
1,400,000

1,426,900

Citigroup, Inc., VRN, 3.52%, 10/27/28
4,050,000

4,063,325

Cooperatieve Rabobank UA, 3.95%, 11/9/22
3,180,000

3,202,856

Discover Bank, 3.35%, 2/6/23
1,850,000

1,860,113

Discover Bank, 3.45%, 7/27/26
3,730,000

3,655,425

Fifth Third BanCorp., 4.30%, 1/16/24
750,000

806,522

Fifth Third BanCorp., 2.375%, 1/28/25
4,070,000

3,972,006

FNB Corp., 2.20%, 2/24/23
2,900,000

2,850,411

HSBC Holdings plc, 2.95%, 5/25/21
4,917,000

4,949,691

HSBC Holdings plc, 4.30%, 3/8/26
3,420,000

3,658,540

HSBC Holdings plc, 3.90%, 5/25/26
288,000

293,646

HSBC Holdings plc, 4.375%, 11/23/26
3,100,000

3,299,198

HSBC Holdings plc, 4.95%, 3/31/30
631,000

696,724

HSBC Holdings plc, VRN, 3.26%, 3/13/23
1,520,000

1,523,640

HSBC Holdings plc, VRN, 2.63%, 11/7/25
2,700,000

2,624,185

Huntington Bancshares, Inc., 2.55%, 2/4/30
5,230,000

4,765,575


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Principal Amount
Value
JPMorgan Chase & Co., VRN, 4.02%, 12/5/24
$
3,880,000

$
4,117,119

JPMorgan Chase & Co., VRN, 3.70%, 5/6/30
2,380,000

2,561,185

Lloyds Banking Group plc, VRN, 2.91%, 11/7/23
996,000

996,091

Lloyds Banking Group plc, VRN, 2.44%, 2/5/26
2,313,000

2,188,926

PNC Bank N.A., 2.70%, 10/22/29
3,300,000

3,208,636

Regions Financial Corp., 3.80%, 8/14/23
1,830,000

1,856,113

Royal Bank of Canada, 2.15%, 10/26/20
2,590,000

2,588,950

Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc., 2.35%, 1/15/25
4,900,000

4,876,150

Truist Bank, 2.25%, 3/11/30
2,810,000

2,579,875

U.S. Bancorp, MTN, 3.60%, 9/11/24
1,910,000

1,964,419

Wells Fargo & Co., 4.125%, 8/15/23
760,000

784,996

Wells Fargo & Co., 3.00%, 10/23/26
3,950,000

4,056,052

Wells Fargo & Co., MTN, 4.65%, 11/4/44
1,555,000

1,799,215

 
 
122,496,380

Beverages — 0.4%
 
 
Anheuser-Busch Cos. LLC / Anheuser-Busch InBev Worldwide, Inc., 4.90%, 2/1/46
3,860,000

4,232,144

Anheuser-Busch InBev Worldwide, Inc., 4.75%, 1/23/29
3,790,000

4,175,602

 
 
8,407,746

Biotechnology — 1.2%
 
 
AbbVie, Inc., 2.90%, 11/6/22
3,240,000

3,281,891

AbbVie, Inc., 3.20%, 11/21/29(1)
3,065,000

3,145,840

AbbVie, Inc., 4.40%, 11/6/42
1,790,000

1,997,943

AbbVie, Inc., 4.25%, 11/21/49(1)
2,300,000

2,513,084

Amgen, Inc., 2.65%, 5/11/22
4,880,000

4,940,459

Amgen, Inc., 4.66%, 6/15/51
1,533,000

1,939,169

Gilead Sciences, Inc., 4.40%, 12/1/21
1,490,000

1,539,641

Gilead Sciences, Inc., 3.65%, 3/1/26
4,230,000

4,619,761

 
 
23,977,788

Building Products — 0.1%
 
 
Carrier Global Corp., 2.72%, 2/15/30(1)
2,056,000

1,903,819

Capital Markets — 2.3%
 
 
Ares Capital Corp., 3.25%, 7/15/25
5,143,000

4,096,809

Credit Suisse Group AG, VRN, 2.59%, 9/11/25(1)
1,610,000

1,532,350

Credit Suisse Group AG, VRN, 4.19%, 4/1/31(1)(2)
2,200,000

2,258,236

Goldman Sachs BDC, Inc., 3.75%, 2/10/25
1,717,000

1,594,918

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 3.50%, 4/1/25
2,090,000

2,123,156

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 3.50%, 11/16/26
6,500,000

6,657,425

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), VRN, 2.88%, 10/31/22
1,450,000

1,458,626

KKR Group Finance Co. VII LLC, 3.625%, 2/25/50(1)
4,800,000

3,982,958

Morgan Stanley, 2.75%, 5/19/22
800,000

809,144

Morgan Stanley, MTN, 3.70%, 10/23/24
2,450,000

2,593,355

Morgan Stanley, MTN, 4.00%, 7/23/25
7,990,000

8,567,648

Morgan Stanley, MTN, VRN, 2.70%, 1/22/31
1,540,000

1,512,793

Morgan Stanley, VRN, 3.97%, 7/22/38
920,000

1,014,896

Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp., 3.50%, 2/25/25
2,050,000

1,845,103

State Street Corp., VRN, 2.83%, 3/30/23(1)
550,000

555,395

UBS Group AG, 3.49%, 5/23/23(1)
4,800,000

4,856,016


8


 
Principal Amount
Value
UBS Group AG, 4.125%, 9/24/25(1)
$
950,000

$
988,912

 
 
46,447,740

Chemicals — 0.2%
 
 
CF Industries, Inc., 4.50%, 12/1/26(1)
2,230,000

2,354,990

CF Industries, Inc., 5.15%, 3/15/34
1,610,000

1,643,488

 
 
3,998,478

Commercial Services and Supplies — 0.6%
 
 
Republic Services, Inc., 3.55%, 6/1/22
1,910,000

1,960,907

Republic Services, Inc., 2.30%, 3/1/30
5,110,000

4,911,475

Waste Connections, Inc., 3.50%, 5/1/29
2,130,000

2,162,209

Waste Connections, Inc., 2.60%, 2/1/30
3,900,000

3,659,026

 
 
12,693,617

Construction Materials — 0.2%
 
 
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc., 2.50%, 3/15/30
3,442,000

3,154,067

Consumer Finance — 0.8%
 
 
AerCap Ireland Capital DAC / AerCap Global Aviation Trust, 5.00%, 10/1/21
3,700,000

3,321,560

Ally Financial, Inc., 4.625%, 3/30/25
3,917,000

3,768,095

Ally Financial, Inc., 5.75%, 11/20/25
520,000

512,564

Capital One Bank USA N.A., 3.375%, 2/15/23
1,580,000

1,547,883

Capital One Bank USA N.A., VRN, 2.28%, 1/28/26
2,293,000

2,080,685

Capital One Financial Corp., 3.80%, 1/31/28
3,550,000

3,516,824

Park Aerospace Holdings Ltd., 5.50%, 2/15/24(1)
2,870,000

2,476,161

 
 
17,223,772

Diversified Consumer Services — 0.1%
 
 
Pepperdine University, 3.30%, 12/1/59
2,290,000

2,653,880

Diversified Financial Services — 0.1%
 
 
Credit Suisse Group Funding Guernsey Ltd., 3.45%, 4/16/21
2,550,000

2,566,912

Diversified Telecommunication Services — 1.5%
 
 
AT&T, Inc., 3.875%, 8/15/21
2,780,000

2,848,376

AT&T, Inc., 3.80%, 2/15/27
1,200,000

1,249,716

AT&T, Inc., 4.10%, 2/15/28
1,300,000

1,368,411

AT&T, Inc., 4.30%, 2/15/30
3,000,000

3,235,361

AT&T, Inc., 5.15%, 11/15/46
1,236,000

1,460,191

Deutsche Telekom AG, 3.625%, 1/21/50(1)
3,210,000

3,209,231

Ooredoo International Finance Ltd., 3.25%, 2/21/23
930,000

906,124

Telefonica Emisiones SA, 5.46%, 2/16/21
1,590,000

1,624,340

Verizon Communications, Inc., 2.95%, 3/15/22
2,855,000

2,914,515

Verizon Communications, Inc., 2.45%, 11/1/22
1,737,000

1,767,166

Verizon Communications, Inc., 4.40%, 11/1/34
4,150,000

4,874,351

Verizon Communications, Inc., 4.75%, 11/1/41
1,490,000

1,742,219

Verizon Communications, Inc., 5.01%, 8/21/54
2,170,000

2,979,879

 
 
30,179,880

Electric Utilities — 1.8%
 
 
AEP Transmission Co. LLC, 3.75%, 12/1/47
970,000

1,005,803

American Electric Power Co., Inc., 3.20%, 11/13/27
1,050,000

1,043,217

Berkshire Hathaway Energy Co., 1.77%, 2/1/25
1,550,000

1,628,665


9


 
Principal Amount
Value
Berkshire Hathaway Energy Co., 1.125%, 7/15/48
$
1,460,000

$
1,537,451

Commonwealth Edison Co., 3.20%, 11/15/49
690,000

697,628

DTE Electric Co., 2.25%, 3/1/30
2,050,000

1,991,039

Duke Energy Corp., 3.55%, 9/15/21
1,250,000

1,267,663

Duke Energy Corp., 2.65%, 9/1/26
1,540,000

1,531,879

Duke Energy Florida LLC, 6.35%, 9/15/37
463,000

640,538

Duke Energy Florida LLC, 3.85%, 11/15/42
1,410,000

1,558,726

Duke Energy Progress LLC, 3.25%, 8/15/25
1,000,000

1,067,826

Duke Energy Progress LLC, 4.15%, 12/1/44
500,000

566,615

Duke Energy Progress LLC, 3.70%, 10/15/46
515,000

558,027

Exelon Corp., 5.15%, 12/1/20
1,276,000

1,288,545

Exelon Corp., 4.45%, 4/15/46
1,400,000

1,423,483

Exelon Generation Co. LLC, 4.25%, 6/15/22
1,250,000

1,251,194

FirstEnergy Transmission LLC, 4.55%, 4/1/49(1)
1,250,000

1,254,346

Florida Power & Light Co., 4.125%, 2/1/42
930,000

1,011,856

Florida Power & Light Co., 3.15%, 10/1/49
1,160,000

1,209,164

MidAmerican Energy Co., 4.40%, 10/15/44
2,100,000

2,403,646

Nevada Power Co., 2.40%, 5/1/30
1,470,000

1,409,112

NextEra Energy Capital Holdings, Inc., 3.55%, 5/1/27
2,210,000

2,285,943

NextEra Energy Operating Partners LP, 4.50%, 9/15/27(1)
1,520,000

1,492,591

Oncor Electric Delivery Co. LLC, 3.10%, 9/15/49
1,160,000

1,132,216

Potomac Electric Power Co., 3.60%, 3/15/24
1,010,000

1,037,459

Southern Co. Gas Capital Corp., 3.95%, 10/1/46
970,000

871,933

Southwestern Public Service Co., 3.70%, 8/15/47
930,000

994,588

Xcel Energy, Inc., 3.35%, 12/1/26
1,000,000

990,022

Xcel Energy, Inc., 3.40%, 6/1/30(2)
2,000,000

2,031,400

 
 
37,182,575

Electronic Equipment, Instruments and Components — 0.1%
 
 
Amphenol Corp., 2.05%, 3/1/25
3,000,000

2,846,874

Energy Equipment and Services — 0.1%
 
 
Baker Hughes a GE Co. LLC / Baker Hughes Co-Obligor, Inc., 3.14%, 11/7/29
1,733,000

1,506,561

Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 1.4%
 
 
Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc., 4.90%, 12/15/30
560,000

610,884

American Tower Corp., 3.375%, 10/15/26
833,000

835,083

American Tower Corp., 2.90%, 1/15/30
2,810,000

2,751,824

AvalonBay Communities, Inc., MTN, 3.20%, 1/15/28
625,000

623,004

Boston Properties LP, 3.65%, 2/1/26
2,410,000

2,569,814

Crown Castle International Corp., 5.25%, 1/15/23
2,474,000

2,627,240

Crown Castle International Corp., 3.30%, 7/1/30(2)
200,000

200,369

Duke Realty LP, 2.875%, 11/15/29
3,095,000

2,983,836

Duke Realty LP, 3.05%, 3/1/50
1,000,000

812,323

Essex Portfolio LP, 3.25%, 5/1/23
1,220,000

1,198,124

Healthcare Realty Trust, Inc., 2.40%, 3/15/30
1,600,000

1,426,107

Kilroy Realty LP, 3.80%, 1/15/23
1,670,000

1,701,798

Kimco Realty Corp., 2.80%, 10/1/26
2,130,000

2,082,884

National Retail Properties, Inc., 2.50%, 4/15/30
1,400,000

1,251,929


10


 
Principal Amount
Value
Prologis LP, 2.125%, 4/15/27
$
900,000

$
858,974

Prologis LP, 3.00%, 4/15/50
2,035,000

1,773,349

Public Storage, 3.39%, 5/1/29
1,710,000

1,719,855

Service Properties Trust, 4.65%, 3/15/24
1,480,000

1,085,841

Ventas Realty LP, 4.125%, 1/15/26
720,000

720,403

Ventas Realty LP, 4.75%, 11/15/30(2)
600,000

590,538

 
 
28,424,179

Food and Staples Retailing — 0.2%
 
 
Kroger Co. (The), 3.875%, 10/15/46
2,140,000

2,110,122

Sysco Corp., 5.95%, 4/1/30(2)
592,000

624,524

Walmart, Inc., 4.05%, 6/29/48
1,220,000

1,575,936

 
 
4,310,582

Health Care Equipment and Supplies — 0.4%
 
 
Baxter International, Inc., 3.95%, 4/1/30(1)
400,000

433,394

Becton Dickinson and Co., 3.73%, 12/15/24
3,360,000

3,451,186

DH Europe Finance II Sarl, 3.40%, 11/15/49
1,480,000

1,462,046

Medtronic, Inc., 3.50%, 3/15/25
1,609,000

1,736,239

Medtronic, Inc., 4.375%, 3/15/35
1,131,000

1,413,267

 
 
8,496,132

Health Care Providers and Services — 1.3%
 
 
Anthem, Inc., 3.65%, 12/1/27
1,400,000

1,449,018

Cigna Corp., 2.40%, 3/15/30
2,050,000

1,951,920

CommonSpirit Health, 2.95%, 11/1/22
860,000

840,720

CVS Health Corp., 3.50%, 7/20/22
2,820,000

2,895,845

CVS Health Corp., 2.75%, 12/1/22
1,345,000

1,355,740

CVS Health Corp., 4.30%, 3/25/28
3,250,000

3,458,338

CVS Health Corp., 4.78%, 3/25/38
1,510,000

1,664,397

Duke University Health System, Inc., 3.92%, 6/1/47
2,150,000

2,456,107

Partners Healthcare System, Inc., 3.19%, 7/1/49
1,395,000

1,402,815

UnitedHealth Group, Inc., 2.875%, 3/15/22
1,950,000

2,005,017

UnitedHealth Group, Inc., 3.75%, 7/15/25
2,640,000

2,869,298

UnitedHealth Group, Inc., 4.75%, 7/15/45
1,450,000

1,856,207

Universal Health Services, Inc., 4.75%, 8/1/22(1)
1,850,000

1,853,439

 
 
26,058,861

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 0.1%
 
 
McDonald's Corp., MTN, 4.70%, 12/9/35
1,070,000

1,213,117

Household Durables — 0.4%
 
 
D.R. Horton, Inc., 2.55%, 12/1/20
1,260,000

1,242,666

D.R. Horton, Inc., 5.75%, 8/15/23
650,000

671,948

D.R. Horton, Inc., 2.50%, 10/15/24
2,140,000

2,003,151

Lennar Corp., 4.75%, 4/1/21
1,880,000

1,871,465

Toll Brothers Finance Corp., 4.35%, 2/15/28
1,940,000

1,781,973

 
 
7,571,203

Household Products  
 
 
Kimberly-Clark Corp., 3.10%, 3/26/30
400,000

430,075

Industrial Conglomerates — 0.2%
 
 
Carlisle Cos., Inc., 2.75%, 3/1/30
5,140,000

4,520,413


11


 
Principal Amount
Value
Insurance — 1.2%
 
 
Aflac, Inc., 3.60%, 4/1/30(2)
$
1,000,000

$
1,014,379

American International Group, Inc., 4.125%, 2/15/24
4,170,000

4,383,902

American International Group, Inc., 4.50%, 7/16/44
3,040,000

3,121,018

Athene Holding Ltd., 6.15%, 4/3/30(2)
1,000,000

1,000,220

Berkshire Hathaway Finance Corp., 1.06%, 8/15/48
2,000,000

2,361,676

Chubb INA Holdings, Inc., 3.15%, 3/15/25
1,770,000

1,848,980

Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. (The), 3.60%, 8/19/49
2,603,000

2,474,861

Markel Corp., 4.90%, 7/1/22
1,400,000

1,407,936

MetLife, Inc., 4.125%, 8/13/42
450,000

475,799

Metropolitan Life Global Funding I, 3.00%, 1/10/23(1)
1,790,000

1,816,811

Prudential Financial, Inc., MTN, 1.50%, 3/10/26
4,050,000

3,817,260

WR Berkley Corp., 4.625%, 3/15/22
1,100,000

945,556

 
 
24,668,398

Internet and Direct Marketing Retail — 0.1%
 
 
eBay, Inc., 2.15%, 6/5/20
1,390,000

1,389,259

IT Services — 0.3%
 
 
Fiserv, Inc., 3.50%, 7/1/29
1,235,000

1,314,442

Global Payments, Inc., 3.20%, 8/15/29
2,460,000

2,417,743

Mastercard, Inc., 3.65%, 6/1/49
1,265,000

1,481,379

Visa, Inc., 1.90%, 4/15/27(2)
990,000

990,061

Western Union Co. (The), 2.85%, 1/10/25
876,000

873,637

 
 
7,077,262

Machinery  
 
 
Otis Worldwide Corp., VRN, 2.09%, 4/5/23(1)
970,000

923,610

Media — 0.7%
 
 
Charter Communications Operating LLC / Charter Communications Operating Capital, 4.91%, 7/23/25
2,560,000

2,762,797

Charter Communications Operating LLC / Charter Communications Operating Capital, 4.80%, 3/1/50
865,000

905,599

Comcast Corp., 6.40%, 5/15/38
790,000

1,155,784

Comcast Corp., 4.75%, 3/1/44
2,800,000

3,555,246

Comcast Corp., 3.97%, 11/1/47
1,207,000

1,401,066

Fox Corp., 3.05%, 4/7/25(2)
525,000

530,637

ViacomCBS, Inc., 3.125%, 6/15/22
1,260,000

1,244,607

ViacomCBS, Inc., 4.25%, 9/1/23
1,840,000

1,879,273

 
 
13,435,009

Metals and Mining — 0.3%
 
 
Minera Mexico SA de CV, 4.50%, 1/26/50(1)
4,900,000

4,166,495

Steel Dynamics, Inc., 3.45%, 4/15/30
1,440,000

1,312,765

 
 
5,479,260

Multi-Utilities — 0.6%
 
 
Ameren Corp., 3.50%, 1/15/31(2)
607,000

611,201

CenterPoint Energy, Inc., 4.25%, 11/1/28
2,030,000

2,086,509

Consolidated Edison Co. of New York, Inc., 3.95%, 3/1/43
880,000

826,069

Dominion Energy, Inc., 4.90%, 8/1/41
2,210,000

2,314,743

NiSource, Inc., 5.65%, 2/1/45
1,310,000

1,511,080

Sempra Energy, 2.875%, 10/1/22
1,220,000

1,225,537


12


 
Principal Amount
Value
Sempra Energy, 3.25%, 6/15/27
$
1,700,000

$
1,656,004

Sempra Energy, 4.00%, 2/1/48
1,000,000

963,308

 
 
11,194,451

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 2.3%
 
 
Aker BP ASA, 3.75%, 1/15/30(1)
3,080,000

2,318,690

CNOOC Finance Ltd., 4.25%, 1/26/21
5,000,000

5,087,050

CNOOC Nexen Finance 2014 ULC, 4.25%, 4/30/24
1,030,000

1,102,114

Concho Resources, Inc., 4.375%, 1/15/25
2,310,000

1,974,377

Continental Resources, Inc., 4.375%, 1/15/28
2,160,000

1,007,704

Diamondback Energy, Inc., 3.50%, 12/1/29
3,910,000

2,773,254

Ecopetrol SA, 5.875%, 5/28/45
690,000

618,457

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 4.25%, 3/15/23
2,400,000

2,153,821

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 3.75%, 5/15/30
1,960,000

1,544,389

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 4.90%, 3/15/35
1,600,000

1,263,176

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 6.50%, 2/1/42
420,000

380,102

Enterprise Products Operating LLC, 4.85%, 3/15/44
3,550,000

3,715,058

EOG Resources, Inc., 4.10%, 2/1/21
1,440,000

1,448,649

Equinor ASA, 3.25%, 11/18/49
960,000

949,816

Hess Corp., 6.00%, 1/15/40
970,000

701,528

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners LP, 5.30%, 9/15/20
950,000

947,194

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners LP, 6.50%, 9/1/39
2,729,000

2,683,367

MPLX LP, 5.25%, 1/15/25(1)
1,900,000

1,675,469

MPLX LP, 4.875%, 6/1/25
3,280,000

2,705,834

MPLX LP, 4.50%, 4/15/38
1,080,000

847,454

MPLX LP, 5.20%, 3/1/47
1,270,000

1,017,939

Ovintiv, Inc., 6.50%, 2/1/38
560,000

243,888

Petroleos Mexicanos, 4.875%, 1/24/22
870,000

753,060

Petroleos Mexicanos, 3.50%, 1/30/23
130,000

107,087

Petroleos Mexicanos, 4.625%, 9/21/23
1,800,000

1,469,601

Petroleos Mexicanos, 6.50%, 3/13/27
1,500,000

1,122,964

Petroleos Mexicanos, 6.625%, 6/15/35
50,000

34,138

Sabine Pass Liquefaction LLC, 5.625%, 3/1/25
5,170,000

4,754,212

Sunoco Logistics Partners Operations LP, 4.00%, 10/1/27
2,650,000

2,101,956

 
 
47,502,348

Pharmaceuticals — 0.5%
 
 
Allergan Finance LLC, 3.25%, 10/1/22
2,210,000

2,218,256

Allergan Funding SCS, 3.85%, 6/15/24
2,557,000

2,682,974

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co., 3.25%, 8/15/22(1)
2,490,000

2,588,033

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co., 3.625%, 5/15/24(1)
850,000

899,775

Elanco Animal Health, Inc., 5.65%, 8/28/28
2,007,000

2,122,147

 
 
10,511,185

Road and Rail — 0.8%
 
 
Ashtead Capital, Inc., 4.125%, 8/15/25(1)
2,500,000

2,300,000

Burlington Northern Santa Fe LLC, 4.95%, 9/15/41
1,075,000

1,354,425

Burlington Northern Santa Fe LLC, 4.45%, 3/15/43
750,000

891,202

Burlington Northern Santa Fe LLC, 4.15%, 4/1/45
2,880,000

3,385,909

CSX Corp., 3.25%, 6/1/27
2,830,000

2,913,108


13


 
Principal Amount
Value
CSX Corp., 3.80%, 4/15/50
$
1,002,000

$
1,057,247

Union Pacific Corp., 2.40%, 2/5/30
1,470,000

1,439,942

Union Pacific Corp., 3.60%, 9/15/37
860,000

893,648

Union Pacific Corp., 3.84%, 3/20/60(1)
1,190,000

1,293,781

Union Pacific Corp., MTN, 3.55%, 8/15/39
980,000

991,411

 
 
16,520,673

Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment — 0.1%
 
 
NXP BV / NXP Funding LLC, 3.875%, 9/1/22(1)
1,950,000

1,959,427

Software — 0.5%
 
 
Adobe, Inc., 2.30%, 2/1/30
3,200,000

3,211,509

Oracle Corp., 2.50%, 10/15/22
1,635,000

1,674,348

Oracle Corp., 3.625%, 7/15/23
1,990,000

2,114,039

Oracle Corp., 2.50%, 4/1/25(2)
2,120,000

2,166,742

Oracle Corp., 2.95%, 4/1/30(2)
1,400,000

1,411,373

 
 
10,578,011

Specialty Retail — 0.4%
 
 
Home Depot, Inc. (The), 3.00%, 4/1/26
1,640,000

1,734,236

Home Depot, Inc. (The), 5.95%, 4/1/41
1,860,000

2,614,408

Home Depot, Inc. (The), 3.90%, 6/15/47
1,120,000

1,265,001

Home Depot, Inc. (The), 3.35%, 4/15/50
1,403,000

1,529,959

 
 
7,143,604

Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 0.5%
 
 
Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 5.45%, 6/15/23(1)
3,470,000

3,565,237

Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 6.02%, 6/15/26(1)
6,560,000

6,994,098

 
 
10,559,335

Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods — 0.1%
 
 
NIKE, Inc., 3.375%, 3/27/50
1,002,000

1,101,264

Trading Companies and Distributors — 0.2%
 
 
Air Lease Corp., MTN, 3.00%, 2/1/30
5,245,000

3,815,104

International Lease Finance Corp., 5.875%, 8/15/22
860,000

769,714

 
 
4,584,818

Wireless Telecommunication Services — 0.2%
 
 
Vodafone Group plc, 2.95%, 2/19/23
4,693,000

4,797,442

TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS
(Cost $601,243,959)
 
593,263,792

U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES — 24.9%
 
 
U.S. Treasury Bonds, 5.00%, 5/15/37
1,500,000

2,464,512

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.50%, 2/15/39(3)
12,000,000

17,087,813

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.125%, 11/15/41
19,000,000

25,952,812

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.00%, 5/15/42
24,000,000

32,227,500

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 2.875%, 5/15/43
6,500,000

8,567,305

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.125%, 8/15/44(3)
1,000,000

1,378,867

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 2.50%, 2/15/45
27,500,000

34,352,441

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 3.375%, 11/15/48
36,500,000

54,202,500

U.S. Treasury Bonds, 2.375%, 11/15/49
1,200,000

1,498,734

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.25%, 7/15/29
14,119,140

14,678,025

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.50%, 5/31/20
10,000,000

10,023,269

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.50%, 8/31/21
5,000,000

5,091,699


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Principal Amount
Value
U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.50%, 9/15/22
$
20,000,000

$
20,610,547

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.875%, 9/30/22
15,000,000

15,609,961

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.625%, 11/15/22
20,000,000

20,710,547

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.625%, 12/15/22
35,000,000

36,291,309

U.S. Treasury Notes, 0.50%, 3/15/23
79,000,000

79,503,008

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.50%, 11/30/24
25,000,000

26,333,008

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.125%, 2/28/25
23,000,000

23,862,500

U.S. Treasury Notes, 0.50%, 3/31/25
4,000,000

4,025,703

U.S. Treasury Notes, 2.625%, 12/31/25
16,000,000

17,958,750

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.375%, 8/31/26
5,000,000

5,269,336

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.125%, 2/28/27
27,500,000

28,592,480

U.S. Treasury Notes, 0.625%, 3/31/27
19,000,000

19,107,988

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.50%, 2/15/30
4,000,000

4,312,734

TOTAL U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES
(Cost $455,706,388)
 
509,713,348

U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 17.8%
 
Adjustable-Rate U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities — 1.5%
 
FHLMC, VRN, 4.21%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.25%), 9/1/35
334,209

339,380

FHLMC, VRN, 4.39%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.86%), 7/1/36
1,073,327

1,091,654

FHLMC, VRN, 4.19%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.14%), 10/1/36
1,018,369

1,028,056

FHLMC, VRN, 4.32%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.25%), 4/1/37
817,186

826,963

FHLMC, VRN, 4.28%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.80%), 2/1/38
303,872

307,717

FHLMC, VRN, 4.29%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.84%), 6/1/38
204,339

207,552

FHLMC, VRN, 4.51%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.88%), 7/1/40
67,672

69,400

FHLMC, VRN, 3.90%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.78%), 9/1/40
174,921

178,570

FHLMC, VRN, 4.77%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.88%), 5/1/41
56,659

57,959

FHLMC, VRN, 4.00%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.87%), 7/1/41
726,544

746,240

FHLMC, VRN, 3.67%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.65%), 12/1/42
583,730

593,505

FHLMC, VRN, 3.64%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.64%), 2/1/43
151,566

154,333

FHLMC, VRN, 4.51%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.63%), 5/1/43
86,542

87,602

FHLMC, VRN, 4.43%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.65%), 6/1/43
68,926

69,365

FHLMC, VRN, 4.50%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.62%), 6/1/43
2,513

2,536

FHLMC, VRN, 2.84%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.63%), 1/1/44
1,965,705

2,014,005

FHLMC, VRN, 3.20%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.62%), 6/1/44
920,453

952,053

FHLMC, VRN, 4.11%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 10/1/44
828,767

839,951

FHLMC, VRN, 2.57%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 6/1/45
1,502,189

1,529,219

FNMA, VRN, 3.49%, (6-month LIBOR plus 1.57%), 6/1/35
149,864

152,643

FNMA, VRN, 3.50%, (6-month LIBOR plus 1.57%), 6/1/35
434,980

442,651

FNMA, VRN, 3.51%, (6-month LIBOR plus 1.57%), 6/1/35
1,186,136

1,207,313

FNMA, VRN, 3.51%, (6-month LIBOR plus 1.57%), 6/1/35
955,486

972,589

FNMA, VRN, 3.56%, (6-month LIBOR plus 1.54%), 9/1/35
877,283

893,121

FNMA, VRN, 4.18%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.16%), 3/1/38
972,038

982,303

FNMA, VRN, 3.69%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.69%), 1/1/40
46,512

47,448

FNMA, VRN, 3.64%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.79%), 8/1/40
109,241

111,450

FNMA, VRN, 3.81%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.77%), 10/1/40
322,061

328,757

FNMA, VRN, 4.27%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 8/1/41
146,234

149,318

FNMA, VRN, 3.70%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.56%), 3/1/43
280,219

284,605


15


 
Principal Amount
Value
FNMA, VRN, 2.29%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.59%), 8/1/45
$
384,483

$
387,434

FNMA, VRN, 2.63%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 4/1/46
2,618,660

2,674,273

FNMA, VRN, 3.17%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.61%), 3/1/47
3,903,176

4,038,199

FNMA, VRN, 3.19%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.61%), 3/1/47
1,460,883

1,513,076

FNMA, VRN, 3.16%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.61%), 4/1/47
3,000,858

3,103,946

FNMA, VRN, 2.95%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.62%), 5/1/47
1,572,469

1,608,288

 
 
29,993,474

Fixed-Rate U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities — 16.3%
 
FHLMC, 7.00%, 9/1/27
135

154

FHLMC, 6.50%, 1/1/28
230

256

FHLMC, 7.00%, 2/1/28
37

42

FHLMC, 6.50%, 3/1/29
1,385

1,572

FHLMC, 6.50%, 6/1/29
1,614

1,808

FHLMC, 7.00%, 8/1/29
142

158

FHLMC, 6.50%, 5/1/31
1,403

1,557

FHLMC, 6.50%, 6/1/31
165

183

FHLMC, 5.50%, 12/1/33
17,536

19,729

FHLMC, 6.00%, 2/1/38
147,727

170,201

FHLMC, 5.50%, 4/1/38
79,783

90,621

FHLMC, 6.00%, 5/1/38
124,336

143,234

FHLMC, 6.00%, 8/1/38
20,781

23,805

FHLMC, 5.50%, 9/1/38
625,889

709,455

FHLMC, 4.50%, 5/1/47
10,885,864

11,809,589

FHLMC, 3.50%, 12/1/47
3,492,077

3,712,344

FHLMC, 4.00%, 9/1/48
17,860,614

19,080,876

FHLMC, 4.00%, 10/1/48
2,774,795

2,964,513

FHLMC, 4.00%, 10/1/48
22,201,603

23,712,879

FHLMC, 3.50%, 4/1/49
21,066,247

22,336,682

FHLMC, 3.50%, 10/1/49
38,285,581

40,562,163

FNMA, 6.50%, 1/1/26
1,043

1,157

FNMA, 7.00%, 12/1/27
291

324

FNMA, 7.50%, 4/1/28
1,777

1,997

FNMA, 7.00%, 5/1/28
1,657

1,722

FNMA, 7.00%, 6/1/28
29

30

FNMA, 6.50%, 1/1/29
236

272

FNMA, 6.50%, 4/1/29
743

840

FNMA, 7.00%, 7/1/29
145

145

FNMA, 7.50%, 7/1/29
1,207

1,255

FNMA, 7.50%, 9/1/30
531

630

FNMA, 5.00%, 7/1/31
1,384,587

1,510,206

FNMA, 7.00%, 9/1/31
2,525

2,703

FNMA, 6.50%, 1/1/32
882

1,012

FNMA, 6.50%, 8/1/32
3,625

4,165

FNMA, 5.50%, 6/1/33
11,249

12,661

FNMA, 5.50%, 7/1/33
61,521

69,342

FNMA, 5.50%, 8/1/33
24,928

28,206

FNMA, 5.50%, 9/1/33
37,506

42,459


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Principal Amount
Value
FNMA, 5.00%, 11/1/33
$
134,521

$
149,429

FNMA, 6.00%, 12/1/33
415,399

471,095

FNMA, 5.50%, 1/1/34
30,183

34,148

FNMA, 3.50%, 3/1/34
1,860,446

1,961,058

FNMA, 5.50%, 12/1/34
32,684

36,144

FNMA, 4.50%, 1/1/35
141,604

155,355

FNMA, 5.00%, 8/1/35
55,325

61,632

FNMA, 5.00%, 2/1/36
421,699

470,605

FNMA, 5.50%, 7/1/36
24,592

27,538

FNMA, 5.50%, 2/1/37
10,779

12,242

FNMA, 6.00%, 4/1/37
108,988

125,505

FNMA, 6.00%, 7/1/37
236,836

268,615

FNMA, 6.00%, 8/1/37
177,046

201,232

FNMA, 6.50%, 8/1/37
11,785

13,618

FNMA, 6.00%, 9/1/37
169,256

193,737

FNMA, 6.00%, 11/1/37
63,591

73,267

FNMA, 5.50%, 2/1/38
441,500

500,638

FNMA, 5.50%, 2/1/38
71,641

79,962

FNMA, 5.50%, 6/1/38
166,730

189,190

FNMA, 5.00%, 1/1/39
115,243

127,293

FNMA, 4.50%, 2/1/39
351,657

385,112

FNMA, 5.50%, 3/1/39
366,878

416,891

FNMA, 4.50%, 4/1/39
264,226

291,324

FNMA, 4.50%, 5/1/39
674,662

743,134

FNMA, 6.50%, 5/1/39
93,511

111,260

FNMA, 4.50%, 6/1/39
368,379

404,093

FNMA, 5.00%, 8/1/39
361,677

401,897

FNMA, 4.50%, 9/1/39
1,315,109

1,454,178

FNMA, 4.50%, 10/1/39
1,171,450

1,295,311

FNMA, 5.00%, 4/1/40
1,018,598

1,132,649

FNMA, 5.00%, 4/1/40
1,712,525

1,901,753

FNMA, 5.00%, 6/1/40
1,561,049

1,733,096

FNMA, 4.00%, 10/1/40
1,250,281

1,370,483

FNMA, 4.50%, 11/1/40
1,123,039

1,232,955

FNMA, 4.00%, 8/1/41
2,250,839

2,457,258

FNMA, 4.50%, 9/1/41
1,046,391

1,148,464

FNMA, 3.50%, 10/1/41
1,747,731

1,879,728

FNMA, 3.50%, 12/1/41
6,604,646

7,101,825

FNMA, 4.00%, 12/1/41
3,319,424

3,599,725

FNMA, 5.00%, 1/1/42
3,591,577

3,989,426

FNMA, 3.50%, 2/1/42
3,453,854

3,713,729

FNMA, 3.50%, 5/1/42
1,450,893

1,560,874

FNMA, 3.50%, 6/1/42
1,470,429

1,581,936

FNMA, 3.50%, 8/1/42
7,335,743

7,891,435

FNMA, 3.50%, 9/1/42
2,413,470

2,596,622

FNMA, 4.00%, 11/1/45
6,494,694

7,000,935

FNMA, 4.00%, 2/1/46
5,809,278

6,283,719

FNMA, 4.00%, 4/1/46
14,110,601

15,196,560


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Principal Amount
Value
FNMA, 6.50%, 8/1/47
$
4,225

$
4,537

FNMA, 6.50%, 9/1/47
8,555

9,164

FNMA, 6.50%, 9/1/47
411

441

FNMA, 6.50%, 9/1/47
4,498

4,815

FNMA, 4.00%, 6/1/48
15,721,527

16,802,094

FNMA, 4.50%, 7/1/48
19,991,078

21,604,648

FNMA, 4.50%, 2/1/49
8,589,704

9,254,782

FNMA, 3.50%, 4/1/49
19,960,178

21,136,459

FNMA, 4.00%, 6/1/49
5,506,920

5,880,736

FNMA, 3.50%, 9/1/49
2,198,209

2,326,152

GNMA, 7.00%, 11/15/22
377

391

GNMA, 7.00%, 4/20/26
154

175

GNMA, 7.50%, 8/15/26
341

388

GNMA, 8.00%, 8/15/26
150

166

GNMA, 7.50%, 5/15/27
190

193

GNMA, 8.00%, 6/15/27
365

366

GNMA, 7.00%, 2/15/28
167

168

GNMA, 7.50%, 2/15/28
113

114

GNMA, 6.50%, 3/15/28
477

523

GNMA, 7.00%, 4/15/28
123

124

GNMA, 6.50%, 5/15/28
2,160

2,375

GNMA, 7.00%, 12/15/28
224

225

GNMA, 7.00%, 5/15/31
1,833

2,194

GNMA, 6.00%, 7/15/33
529,814

612,825

GNMA, 4.50%, 8/15/33
511,052

562,532

GNMA, 5.00%, 3/20/36
58,978

65,550

GNMA, 5.00%, 4/20/36
117,477

130,580

GNMA, 5.00%, 5/20/36
198,743

220,985

GNMA, 5.50%, 1/15/39
596,434

687,894

GNMA, 6.00%, 1/20/39
24,866

28,400

GNMA, 6.00%, 2/20/39
159,285

182,007

GNMA, 4.50%, 6/15/39
1,492,381

1,673,356

GNMA, 5.50%, 9/15/39
57,175

64,095

GNMA, 5.00%, 10/15/39
714,867

798,163

GNMA, 4.50%, 1/15/40
625,509

693,848

GNMA, 4.00%, 11/20/40
1,935,687

2,113,918

GNMA, 4.00%, 12/15/40
651,755

706,849

GNMA, 4.50%, 6/15/41
535,314

603,747

GNMA, 4.50%, 7/20/41
807,447

891,230

GNMA, 3.50%, 4/20/42
4,201,637

4,499,978

GNMA, 3.50%, 6/20/42
9,079,787

9,724,524

GNMA, 3.50%, 4/20/43
2,539,887

2,720,263

GNMA, 3.50%, 4/20/46
8,313,671

8,868,933

GNMA, 2.50%, 7/20/46
9,142,749

9,616,436

 
 
333,546,965

TOTAL U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $353,157,390)
363,540,439


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Principal Amount
Value
ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES — 4.0%
 
 
Argent Securities, Inc., Series 2004-W8, Class M1, VRN, 1.77%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.83%), 5/25/34
$
4,745,756

$
4,357,866

BRE Grand Islander Timeshare Issuer LLC, Series 2017-1A,
Class A SEQ, 2.94%, 5/25/29(1)
2,161,416

2,120,485

Goodgreen, Series 2018-1A, Class A, VRN, 3.93%, 10/15/53(1)
5,279,892

5,422,649

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2014-AA, Class A SEQ, 1.77%, 11/25/26(1)
815,406

809,277

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2017-AA, Class A SEQ, 2.66%, 12/26/28(1)
1,815,276

1,789,232

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2017-SFR2, Class A, VRN, 1.65%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.85%), 12/17/36(1)
23,876

22,205

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class A, VRN, 1.50%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.70%), 3/17/37(1)
4,951,551

4,615,881

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR2, Class B, VRN, 1.78%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.08%), 6/17/37(1)
9,500,000

8,883,987

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class A, VRN, 1.80%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.00%), 7/17/37(1)
9,352,352

8,860,513

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2014-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.25%, 9/22/31(1)
884,062

874,859

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2015-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.52%, 12/20/32(1)
856,040

844,962

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2016-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.25%, 12/20/33(1)
1,601,944

1,566,916

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.42%, 12/20/34(1)
3,917,863

3,832,348

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2018-1A, Class A SEQ, 3.45%, 1/21/36(1)
6,013,154

5,807,017

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class A SEQ, 3.26%, 3/17/35(1)
3,820,351

3,784,150

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class A SEQ, 3.88%, 10/17/35(1)
6,995,602

7,055,338

Sierra Timeshare Conduit Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.91%, 3/20/34(1)
985,857

973,861

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2016-1A,
Class A SEQ, 3.08%, 3/21/33(1)
1,226,803

1,221,282

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2018-2A,
Class A SEQ, 3.50%, 6/20/35(1)
3,234,543

3,131,274

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2019-2A,
Class A SEQ, 2.59%, 5/20/36(1)
4,962,216

4,901,231

Towd Point Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-6, Class A1, VRN, 2.75%, 10/25/57(1)
6,018,058

6,026,164

Towd Point Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-4, Class A1, VRN, 3.00%, 6/25/58(1)
1,993,565

1,971,913

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2016-A, Class A SEQ, 2.54%, 7/20/33(1)
2,795,487

2,749,064

TOTAL ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $83,848,867)
 
81,622,474

COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS — 3.8%
 
 
Private Sponsor Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 2.9%
 
 
Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-4, Class 4A1, VRN, 4.04%, 3/25/35
1,269,733

1,167,272

Agate Bay Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2014-3, Class A2, VRN, 3.50%, 11/25/44(1)
1,358,320

1,352,893

Agate Bay Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2016-1, Class A3, VRN, 3.50%, 12/25/45(1)
2,061,950

2,119,569

Agate Bay Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2016-3, Class A3, VRN, 3.50%, 8/25/46(1)
3,104,131

3,080,832


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Principal Amount
Value
Banc of America Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-E, Class 2A6 SEQ, VRN, 4.77%, 6/25/34
$
1,048,374

$
942,424

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-12, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.74%, 2/25/35
210,044

191,097

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-8,
Class 2A1, VRN, 3.95%, 11/25/34
775,938

692,242

Citicorp Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2007-8, Class 1A3, 6.00%, 9/25/37
110,363

114,831

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2004-UST1, Class A4, VRN, 3.74%, 8/25/34
470,338

417,000

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2004-UST1, Class A5, VRN, 3.79%, 8/25/34
1,710,816

1,539,421

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2005-4, Class A, VRN, 4.59%, 8/25/35
103,745

96,665

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2005-6, Class A2, VRN, 4.55%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.15%), 9/25/35
1,008,839

939,405

Countrywide Home Loan Mortgage Pass-Through Trust,
Series 2004-5, Class 2A4, 5.50%, 5/25/34
84,484

82,972

Countrywide Home Loan Mortgage Pass-Through Trust,
Series 2005-17, Class 1A11, 5.50%, 9/25/35
5,569

5,132

Credit Suisse First Boston Mortgage-Backed Trust,
Series 2004-AR6, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.03%, 10/25/34
109,231

105,499

Credit Suisse Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-HL2, Class A3 SEQ, VRN, 3.50%, 10/25/47(1)
1,997,365

1,990,049

Credit Suisse Mortgage Trust, Series 2019-AFC1, Class A1, VRN, 2.57%, 7/25/49(1)
3,435,962

3,318,895

Credit Suisse Mortgage Trust, Series 2020-AFC1, Class A1, VRN, 2.24%, 2/25/50(1)
1,182,904

1,057,741

First Horizon Alternative Mortgage Securities Trust,
Series 2004-AA4, Class A1, VRN, 3.80%, 10/25/34
980,084

900,824

First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2005-AR3, Class 4A1, VRN, 5.01%, 8/25/35
273,375

264,139

Galton Funding Mortgage Trust, Series 2020-H1, Class A1, VRN, 2.31%, 1/25/60(1)
3,886,020

3,786,969

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-7, Class 3A1, VRN, 4.04%, 6/25/34
277,651

253,065

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-AR5, Class 3A3, VRN, 4.31%, 5/25/34
844,438

751,968

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR1, Class 3A1, VRN, 4.00%, 1/25/35
746,823

671,198

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR6, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.10%, 9/25/35
911,237

862,663

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR6, Class 3A1, VRN, 4.05%, 9/25/35
1,327,599

1,220,424

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR6, Class 4A5, VRN, 4.51%, 9/25/35
870,644

820,784

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2005-A4, Class 1A1, VRN, 4.07%, 7/25/35
84,540

82,328

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2005-A6, Class 7A1, VRN, 4.19%, 8/25/35
178,184

163,827

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2006-A3, Class 7A1, VRN, 4.02%, 4/25/35
180,278

171,874

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2013-1, Class 2A2 SEQ, VRN, 2.50%, 3/25/43(1)
456,669

458,712

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-6, Class 1A4 SEQ, VRN, 3.50%, 12/25/48(1)
1,993,973

1,982,623

MASTR Adjustable Rate Mortgages Trust, Series 2004-13,
Class 3A7, VRN, 4.68%, 11/21/34
775,957

740,306


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Principal Amount
Value
Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Series 2005-3, Class 2A, VRN, 3.80%, 11/25/35
$
1,411,189

$
1,236,765

Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Series 2005-A2, Class A2, VRN, 3.73%, 2/25/35
748,397

660,229

New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2017-1A, Class A1, VRN, 4.00%, 2/25/57(1)
1,277,536

1,331,388

New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2017-2A, Class A3, VRN, 4.00%, 3/25/57(1)
2,934,873

3,068,320

New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2017-5A, Class A1, VRN, 2.45%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.50%), 6/25/57(1)
3,606,838

3,455,716

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-7, Class A4 SEQ, VRN, 3.50%, 10/25/47(1)
3,020,384

3,059,554

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-CH1, Class A1, VRN, 4.00%, 8/25/47(1)
2,890,955

2,940,005

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-CH2, Class A10 SEQ, VRN, 4.00%, 12/25/47(1)
2,882,733

2,898,187

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-CH2, Class A12 SEQ, VRN, 4.00%, 6/25/48(1)
2,085,698

2,100,955

Sofi Mortgage Trust, Series 2016-1A, Class 1A4 SEQ, VRN, 3.00%, 11/25/46(1)
2,351,718

2,310,485

Structured Adjustable Rate Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-8, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.78%, 7/25/34
432,534

402,182

Thornburg Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2004-3, Class A, VRN, 1.69%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.74%), 9/25/34
2,051,467

1,756,463

WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2003-S11, Class 3A5, 5.95%, 11/25/33
49,768

48,191

WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-AR3, Class A1, VRN, 3.62%, 3/25/35
1,828,367

1,680,401

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2005-AR7, Class 1A1, VRN, 4.97%, 5/25/35
463,339

463,636

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2007-AR10, Class 1A1, VRN, 4.26%, 1/25/38
133,289

113,147

 
 
59,871,267

U.S. Government Agency Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.9%
 
FHLMC, Series 2016-DNA4, Class M2, VRN, 2.25%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.30%), 3/25/29
851,047

840,173

FHLMC, Series 2016-HQA3, Class M2, VRN, 2.30%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.35%), 3/25/29
1,618,121

1,555,137

FHLMC, Series 2017-DNA2, Class M1, VRN, 2.15%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.20%), 10/25/29
2,145,980

2,095,504

FHLMC, Series 2019-DNA3, Class M2, VRN, 3.00%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.05%), 7/25/49(1)
4,604,757

3,800,898

FHLMC, Series 3397, Class GF, VRN, 1.20%, (1-month LIBOR
plus 0.50%), 12/15/37
1,217,674

1,218,249

FNMA, Series 2014-C02, Class 1M2, VRN, 3.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.60%), 5/25/24
5,248,523

4,764,699

FNMA, Series 2014-C02, Class 2M2, VRN, 3.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.60%), 5/25/24
2,263,342

2,080,163

FNMA, Series 2016-C06, Class 1M2, VRN, 5.20%, (1-month LIBOR plus 4.25%), 4/25/29
2,150,000

2,092,628

 
 
18,447,451

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $82,008,215)
 
78,318,718

COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS — 3.7%
 
 
Anchorage Credit Opportunities CLO 1 Ltd., Series 2019-1A,
Class A1, VRN, 3.69%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.95%), 1/20/32(1)
5,250,000

5,120,093


21


 
Principal Amount
Value
Ares XLI CLO Ltd., Series 2016-41A, Class AR, VRN, 3.03%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.20%), 1/15/29(1)
$
2,100,000

$
2,019,804

Bean Creek CLO Ltd., Series 2015-1A, Class AR, VRN, 2.84%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.02%), 4/20/31(1)
5,000,000

4,709,936

CBAM Ltd., Series 2019-9A, Class A, VRN, 3.11%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.28%), 2/12/30(1)
5,150,000

4,964,332

CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2013-3RA, Class A1, VRN, 2.78%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.98%), 4/24/31(1)
3,200,000

3,015,836

CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2015-1A, Class ARR, VRN, 2.91%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.11%), 1/22/31(1)
2,225,000

2,101,589

Dryden 64 CLO Ltd., Series 2018-64A, Class A, VRN, 2.79%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.97%), 4/18/31(1)
2,550,000

2,398,303

Elmwood CLO IV Ltd., Series 2020-1A, Class A, VRN, 2.88%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.24%), 4/15/33(1)
7,100,000

6,745,000

Goldentree Loan Opportunities X Ltd., Series 2015-10A, Class AR, VRN, 2.94%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.12%), 7/20/31(1)
3,500,000

3,320,865

KKR CLO Ltd., Series 2022A, Class A, VRN, 2.97%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 7/20/31(1)
3,700,000

3,497,763

Madison Park Funding XXII Ltd., Series 2016-22A, Class A1R, VRN, 2.92%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.26%), 1/15/33(1)
6,500,000

6,166,430

Magnetite VIII Ltd., Series 2014-8A, Class AR2, VRN, 2.81%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.98%), 4/15/31(1)
5,000,000

4,759,702

Octagon Investment Partners 45 Ltd., Series 2019-1A, Class A, VRN, 3.16%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.33%), 10/15/32(1)
12,950,000

12,039,006

Sounds Point CLO IV-R Ltd., Series 2013-3RA, Class A, VRN, 2.97%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 4/18/31(1)
5,885,000

5,484,050

Treman Park CLO Ltd., Series 2015-1A, Class ARR, VRN, 2.89%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.07%), 10/20/28(1)
4,000,000

3,882,916

Voya CLO Ltd., Series 2013-2A, Class A1R, VRN, 2.76%,
(3-month LIBOR plus 0.97%), 4/25/31(1)
3,000,000

2,817,908

Voya CLO Ltd., Series 2013-3A, Class A1RR, VRN, 2.97%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 10/18/31(1)
2,575,000

2,436,015

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $79,495,740)
 
75,479,548

COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 3.3%
 
 
Benchmark Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-B1, Class AM, VRN, 3.88%, 1/15/51
5,789,000

6,181,087

Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates,
Series 2014-CR15, Class AM, VRN, 4.43%, 2/10/47
5,000,000

5,249,122

Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates,
Series 2014-LC17, Class AM, VRN, 4.19%, 10/10/47
5,500,000

5,762,769

Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates,
Series 2014-UBS5, Class AM, VRN, 4.19%, 9/10/47
7,625,000

7,990,867

Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates,
Series 2015-CR22, Class AM, VRN, 3.60%, 3/10/48
9,000,000

9,228,660

Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates,
Series 2016-CR28, Class B, VRN, 4.65%, 2/10/49
3,000,000

3,086,576

Commercial Mortgage Trust, Series 2015-LC21, Class AM, VRN, 4.04%, 7/10/48
5,000,000

5,236,812

GS Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2016-GS2, Class B, VRN, 3.76%, 5/10/49
7,500,000

7,195,159

JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2014-C21, Class B, VRN, 4.34%, 8/15/47
6,250,000

6,281,970

JPMorgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust,
Series 2016-JP2, Class A4 SEQ, 2.82%, 8/15/49
5,300,000

5,504,489


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Principal Amount
Value
JPMorgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust,
Series 2016-JP3, Class AS, 3.14%, 8/15/49
$
6,300,000

$
6,351,655

TOTAL COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $67,995,266)
 
68,069,166

MUNICIPAL SECURITIES — 1.7%
 
 
Bay Area Toll Authority Rev., 6.92%, 4/1/40
980,000

1,447,774

California State University Rev., 2.98%, 11/1/51
2,000,000

1,999,780

Dallas Area Rapid Transit Rev., 6.00%, 12/1/44
1,000,000

1,448,620

Foothill-Eastern Transportation Corridor Agency Rev., 4.09%, 1/15/49
1,905,000

1,932,241

Grand Parkway Transportation Corp. Rev., 3.24%, 10/1/52
1,415,000

1,379,498

Houston GO, 3.96%, 3/1/47
820,000

923,107

Los Angeles Community College District GO, 6.75%, 8/1/49
1,330,000

2,169,523

Los Angeles Department of Airports Rev., 6.58%, 5/15/39
1,075,000

1,408,691

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Rev., 6.69%, 11/15/40
1,165,000

1,516,084

Metropolitan Transportation Authority Rev., 6.81%, 11/15/40
470,000

615,700

New Jersey Turnpike Authority Rev., 7.41%, 1/1/40
975,000

1,430,695

New Jersey Turnpike Authority Rev., 7.10%, 1/1/41
480,000

685,349

New York City GO, 6.27%, 12/1/37
335,000

438,337

New York City Water & Sewer System Rev., 5.95%, 6/15/42
925,000

1,369,268

Ohio Turnpike & Infrastructure Commission Rev., 3.22%, 2/15/48
2,100,000

2,114,532

Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission Rev., 5.56%, 12/1/49
420,000

572,930

Port Authority of New York & New Jersey Rev., 4.93%, 10/1/51
400,000

497,976

Regents of the University of California Medical Center Pooled Rev., 3.26%, 5/15/60
2,340,000

2,200,325

Rutgers The State University of New Jersey Rev., 5.67%, 5/1/40
675,000

894,065

Sacramento Municipal Utility District Rev., 6.16%, 5/15/36
375,000

511,774

San Antonio Electric & Gas Systems Rev., 5.99%, 2/1/39
280,000

392,935

San Diego County Regional Airport Authority Rev., 5.59%, 7/1/43
750,000

828,870

San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Water Rev., 6.00%, 11/1/40
1,100,000

1,355,684

San Jose Redevelopment Agency Successor Agency Tax Allocation, 3.375%, 8/1/34
1,085,000

1,096,056

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority Rev., 5.88%, 4/1/32
920,000

1,145,188

State of California GO, 4.60%, 4/1/38
1,380,000

1,521,533

State of California GO, 7.55%, 4/1/39
450,000

731,979

State of California GO, 7.30%, 10/1/39
1,210,000

1,863,376

State of Kansas Department of Transportation Rev., 4.60%, 9/1/35
925,000

1,127,483

TOTAL MUNICIPAL SECURITIES
(Cost $31,915,795)
 
35,619,373

SOVEREIGN GOVERNMENTS AND AGENCIES — 0.8%
 
 
Chile — 0.1%
 
 
Chile Government International Bond, 3.25%, 9/14/21
920,000

936,109

Chile Government International Bond, 3.625%, 10/30/42
500,000

533,875

 
 
1,469,984

Colombia — 0.1%
 
 
Colombia Government International Bond, 4.375%, 7/12/21
2,770,000

2,801,883

Mexico  
 
 
Mexico Government International Bond, 4.15%, 3/28/27
18,000

18,477

 
 
 

23


 
Principal Amount/Shares
Value
Panama — 0.1%
 
 
Panama Government International Bond, 7.125%, 1/29/26
$
1,400,000

$
1,702,474

Peru — 0.1%
 
 
Peruvian Government International Bond, 5.625%, 11/18/50
1,240,000

1,860,378

Philippines — 0.2%
 
 
Philippine Government International Bond, 4.00%, 1/15/21
1,590,000

1,612,133

Philippine Government International Bond, 5.50%, 3/30/26
3,000,000

3,437,261

Philippine Government International Bond, 6.375%, 10/23/34
730,000

974,873

 
 
6,024,267

Poland — 0.1%
 
 
Republic of Poland Government International Bond, 5.125%, 4/21/21
450,000

467,458

Republic of Poland Government International Bond, 3.00%, 3/17/23
1,050,000

1,095,005

 
 
1,562,463

Uruguay — 0.1%
 
 
Uruguay Government International Bond, 4.375%, 10/27/27
820,000

892,613

Uruguay Government International Bond, 4.125%, 11/20/45
340,000

350,307

 
 
1,242,920

TOTAL SOVEREIGN GOVERNMENTS AND AGENCIES
(Cost $15,819,739)
 
16,682,846

U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY SECURITIES — 0.3%
 
 
FNMA, 6.625%, 11/15/30
(Cost $5,524,389)
4,500,000

6,849,395

PREFERRED STOCKS — 0.2%
 
 
Banks — 0.1%
 
 
JPMorgan Chase & Co., 4.00%
3,170,000

2,709,161

Machinery — 0.1%
 
 
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., 4.00%
1,000,000

963,032

TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS
(Cost $4,170,000)
 
3,672,193

TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS(4) — 11.1%
 
 
BNP Paribas SA, 0.03%, 4/1/20(1)(5)
$
95,000,000

95,000,177

Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank, 0.06%, 4/1/20(1)(5)
95,000,000

95,000,177

Repurchase Agreement, BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 1.875% - 3.00%, 11/30/21 - 5/15/45, valued at $11,746,247), in a joint trading account at 0.01%, dated 3/31/20, due 4/1/20 (Delivery value $11,517,865)
 
11,517,862

State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class
24,532,705

24,532,705

TOTAL TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS
(Cost $226,050,567)
 
226,050,921

TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 100.6%
(Cost $2,006,936,315)
 
2,058,882,213

OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — (0.6)%
 
(11,270,473
)
TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0%
 
$
2,047,611,740




24


FORWARD FOREIGN CURRENCY EXCHANGE CONTRACTS
Currency Purchased
Currency Sold
Counterparty
Settlement Date
Unrealized Appreciation
(Depreciation)
USD
1,638,667

HUF
491,960,627

UBS AG
6/17/20
$
131,819

USD
1,973,604

MXN
44,635,816

Morgan Stanley
6/17/20
113,053

 
 
 
 
 
 
$
244,872

FUTURES CONTRACTS PURCHASED
Reference Entity
Contracts
Expiration Date
Notional Amount
Underlying Contract Value
Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
U.S. Treasury 10-Year Notes
446

June 2020
$
44,600,000

$
61,854,625

$
336,905

U.S. Treasury 10-Year Ultra Notes
40

June 2020
$
4,000,000

6,241,250

13,379

U.S. Treasury 2-Year Notes
608

June 2020
$
121,600,000

133,992,750

894,506

U.S. Treasury 5-Year Notes
495

June 2020
$
49,500,000

62,052,890

30,994

U.S. Treasury Long Bonds
68

June 2020
$
6,800,000

12,176,250

(8,508
)
U.S. Treasury Ultra Bonds
29

June 2020
$
2,900,000

6,434,375

(70,593
)
 
 
 
 
$
282,752,140

$
1,196,683


CENTRALLY CLEARED CREDIT DEFAULT SWAP AGREEMENTS
Reference Entity
Type
Fixed Rate
Received
(Paid)
Quarterly
Termination
Date
Notional
Amount
Premiums Paid (Received)
Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Value^
Markit CDX North America High Yield Index Series 33
Buy
(5.00)%
12/20/24
$
149,069,500

$
1,137,950

$
7,707,556

$
8,845,506

Markit CDX North America Investment Grade Index Series 33
Buy
(1.00)%
12/20/24
$
53,800,000

570,119

(394,874
)
175,245

 
 
 
 
 
$
1,708,069

$
7,312,682

$
9,020,751


^The value for credit default swap agreements serves as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and represent the likelihood of an expected liability or profit at the period end. Increasing values in absolute terms when compared to the notional amount of the credit default swap agreement represent a deterioration of the referenced entity's credit soundness and an increased likelihood or risk of a credit event occurring as defined in the agreement.

CENTRALLY CLEARED TOTAL RETURN SWAP AGREEMENTS
Floating Rate Index
Pay/Receive Floating
Rate Index At Termination
Fixed Rate
Termination
Date
Notional
Amount
Premiums Paid (Received)
Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Value
CPURNSA
Receive
1.77%
8/5/24
$
25,500,000

$
(614
)
$
(1,446,120
)
$
(1,446,734
)



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NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
CDX
-
Credit Derivatives Indexes
CPURNSA
-
U.S. Consumer Price Index Urban Consumers Not Seasonally Adjusted Index
FHLMC
-
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
FNMA
-
Federal National Mortgage Association
GNMA
-
Government National Mortgage Association
GO
-
General Obligation
H15T1Y
-
Constant Maturity U.S. Treasury Note Yield Curve Rate Index
HUF
-
Hungarian Forint
LIBOR
-
London Interbank Offered Rate
MTN
-
Medium Term Note
MXN
-
Mexican Peso
SEQ
-
Sequential Payer
USD
-
United States Dollar
VRN
-
Variable Rate Note. The rate adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security’s offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The security's effective maturity date may be shorter than the final maturity date shown.
    Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.
(1)
Security was purchased pursuant to Rule 144A or Section 4(2) under the Securities Act of 1933 and may be sold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional investors. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $458,789,766, which represented 22.4% of total net assets.
(2)
When-issued security. The issue price and yield are fixed on the date of the commitment, but payment and delivery are scheduled for a future date.
(3)
Security, or a portion thereof, has been pledged at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements on forward foreign currency exchange contracts, futures contracts and/or swap agreements. At the period end, the aggregate value of securities pledged was $14,968,840.
(4)
Category includes collateral received at the custodian bank for collateral requirements on forward commitments. At the period end, the aggregate value of cash deposits received was $67,141.
(5)
The rate indicated is the yield to maturity at purchase.


See Notes to Financial Statements.


26


Statement of Assets and Liabilities
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Assets
 
Investment securities, at value (cost of $2,006,936,315)
$
2,058,882,213

Cash
581,620

Receivable for investments sold
65,639,566

Receivable for capital shares sold
4,523,734

Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements
2,493,602

Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts
244,872

Interest receivable
9,818,031

 
2,142,183,638

 
 
Liabilities
 
Payable for collateral received for forward commitments
67,141

Payable for investments purchased
94,172,455

Payable for variation margin on futures contracts
286,572

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements
45,730

 
94,571,898

 
 
Net Assets
$
2,047,611,740

 
 
G Class Capital Shares
 
Shares outstanding (unlimited number of shares authorized)
183,685,559

 
 
Net Asset Value Per Share
$
11.15

 
 
Net Assets Consist of:
 
Capital paid in
$
1,966,293,222

Distributable earnings
81,318,518

 
$
2,047,611,740



See Notes to Financial Statements.


27


Statement of Operations
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
 
Investment Income (Loss)
 
Income:
 
Interest
$
71,767,686

 
 
Expenses:
 
Management fees
8,530,204

Trustees' fees and expenses
187,223

Other expenses
12,148

 
8,729,575

Fees waived
(8,530,204
)
 
199,371

 
 
Net investment income (loss)
71,568,315

 
 
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
 
Net realized gain (loss) on:
 
Investment transactions
75,520,036

Forward foreign currency exchange contract transactions
293,862

Futures contract transactions
12,344,067

Swap agreement transactions
7,097,366

 
95,255,331

 
 
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:
 
Investments
29,254,865

Forward foreign currency exchange contracts
227,462

Futures contracts
(1,173,910
)
Swap agreements
5,866,562

 
34,174,979

 
 
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)
129,430,310

 
 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
$
200,998,625



See Notes to Financial Statements.


28


Statement of Changes in Net Assets
YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND MARCH 31, 2019
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2019
Operations
 
 
Net investment income (loss)
$
71,568,315

$
93,337,360

Net realized gain (loss)
95,255,331

(51,474,576
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)
34,174,979

53,326,972

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations
200,998,625

95,189,756

 
 
 
Distributions to Shareholders
 
 
From earnings
(75,070,089
)
(82,373,652
)
 
 
 
Capital Share Transactions
 
 
Proceeds from shares sold
346,486,144

297,773,497

Proceeds from reinvestment of distributions
75,070,089

82,083,103

Payments for shares redeemed
(1,071,028,000
)
(856,037,370
)
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions
(649,471,767
)
(476,180,770
)
 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
(523,543,231
)
(463,364,666
)
 
 
 
Net Assets
 
 
Beginning of period
2,571,154,971

3,034,519,637

End of period
$
2,047,611,740

$
2,571,154,971

 
 
 
Transactions in Shares of the Fund
 
 
Sold
31,707,990

28,688,091

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
6,841,662

7,927,067

Redeemed
(96,903,497
)
(83,031,742
)
Net increase (decrease) in shares of the fund
(58,353,845
)
(46,416,584
)


See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Notes to Financial Statements 

MARCH 31, 2020

1. Organization

American Century Investment Trust (the trust) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Massachusetts business trust. NT Diversified Bond Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the trust. The fund’s investment objective is to seek a high level of income by investing in non-money market debt securities. The fund is not permitted to invest in securities issued by companies assigned the Global Industry Classification Standard or the Bloomberg Industry Classification Standard for the tobacco industry. The fund offers the G Class.

2. Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.

Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The Board of Trustees has adopted valuation policies and procedures to guide the investment advisor in the fund’s investment valuation process and to provide methodologies for the oversight of the fund’s pricing function.
 
Fixed income securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Corporate bonds, U.S. Treasury and Government Agency securities, convertible bonds, bank loan obligations, municipal securities, and sovereign governments and agencies are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information. Mortgage-related and asset-backed securities are valued based on models that consider trade data, prepayment and default projections, benchmark yield and spread data and estimated cash flows of each tranche of the issuer. Collateralized loan obligations are valued based on discounted cash flow models that consider trade and economic data, prepayment assumptions and default projections. Commercial paper is valued using a curve-based approach that considers money market rates for specific instruments, programs, currencies and maturity points from a variety of active market makers.
 
Hybrid securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Preferred stocks and convertible preferred stocks with perpetual maturities are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information.
 
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported net asset value per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value. Exchange-traded futures contracts are valued at the settlement price as provided by the appropriate exchange. Swap agreements are valued at an evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or independent brokers. Forward foreign currency exchange contracts are valued at the mean of the appropriate forward exchange rate at the close of the NYSE as provided by an independent pricing service.
 

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If the fund determines that the market price for an investment is not readily available or the valuation methods mentioned above do not reflect an investment’s fair value, such investment is valued as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees or its delegate, in accordance with policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. In its determination of fair value, the fund may review several factors including, but not limited to, market information regarding the specific investment or comparable investments and correlation with other investment types, futures indices or general market indicators. Circumstances that may cause the fund to use these procedures to value an investment include, but are not limited to: an investment has been declared in default or is distressed; trading in a security has been suspended during the trading day or a security is not actively trading on its principal exchange; prices received from a regular pricing source are deemed unreliable; or there is a foreign market holiday and no trading occurred.
 
The fund monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s net asset value per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region.
 
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
 
Investment Income — Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes paydown gain (loss) and accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums. Inflation adjustments related to inflation-linked debt securities are reflected as interest income.

Foreign Currency Translations — All assets and liabilities initially expressed in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at prevailing exchange rates at period end. The fund may enter into spot foreign currency exchange contracts to facilitate transactions denominated in a foreign currency. Purchases and sales of investment securities, dividend and interest income, spot foreign currency exchange contracts, and expenses are translated at the rates of exchange prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions. Net realized and unrealized foreign currency exchange gains or losses related to investment securities are a component of net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, respectively.

Forward Commitments — The fund may engage in securities transactions on a forward commitment basis. In these transactions, the securities’ prices and yields are fixed on the date of the commitment. The fund may sell a to-be-announced (TBA) security and at the same time make a commitment to purchase the same security at a future date at a specified price. Conversely, the fund may purchase a TBA security and at the same time make a commitment to sell the same security at a future date at a specified price. These types of transactions are known as “TBA roll” transactions and are accounted for as purchases and sales. The fund will segregate cash, cash equivalents or other appropriate liquid securities on its records in amounts sufficient to meet the purchase price.
 
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor) has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Trustees. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
 
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.
 
Segregated Assets — In accordance with the 1940 Act, the fund segregates assets on its books and records to cover certain types of investment securities and other financial instruments. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities segregated to ensure the fund designates a sufficient amount of liquid assets, marked-to-market daily. The fund may also receive assets or be required to pledge assets at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements.
 


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Income Tax Status — It is the fund’s policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
 
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually. The fund may elect to treat a portion of its payment to a redeeming shareholder, which represents the pro rata share of undistributed net investment income and net realized gains, as a distribution for federal income tax purposes (tax equalization).
 
Indemnifications — Under the trust’s organizational documents, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
 
3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties

Certain officers and trustees of the trust are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The trust's investment advisor, ACIM, the trust's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc., and the trust's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC. Various funds issued by American Century Asset Allocation Portfolios, Inc. own, in aggregate, 99% of the shares of the fund. Related parties do not invest in the fund for the purpose of exercising management or control.
 
Management Fees — The trust has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee). The agreement provides that all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent trustees (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses, will be paid by ACIM. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on the daily net assets of the fund and paid monthly in arrears. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all the funds in the American Century Investments family of funds. The rates for the Investment Category Fee range from 0.2925% to 0.4100%. The rates for the Complex Fee range from 0.0000% to 0.0600%. The investment advisor agreed to waive the fund’s management fee in its entirety. The investment advisor expects this waiver to remain in effect permanently and cannot terminate it without the approval of the Board of Trustees. The effective annual management fee for the period ended March 31, 2020 was 0.34% before waiver and 0.00% after waiver.

Trustees’ Fees and Expenses — The Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The trustees receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund’s officers do not receive compensation from the fund.

Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.

4. Investment Transactions

Purchases of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $3,178,387,749, of which $2,659,871,597 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.

Sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $4,020,818,688, of which $3,136,380,180 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.

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5. Fair Value Measurements

The fund’s investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.

Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.

Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.

Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).

The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
 
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund’s portfolio holdings.
 
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Assets
 
 
 
Investment Securities
 
 
 
Corporate Bonds

$
593,263,792


U.S. Treasury Securities

509,713,348


U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities

363,540,439


Asset-Backed Securities

81,622,474


Collateralized Mortgage Obligations

78,318,718


Collateralized Loan Obligations

75,479,548


Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities

68,069,166


Municipal Securities

35,619,373


Sovereign Governments and Agencies

16,682,846


U.S. Government Agency Securities

6,849,395


Preferred Stocks

3,672,193


Temporary Cash Investments
$
24,532,705

201,518,216


 
$
24,532,705

$
2,034,349,508


Other Financial Instruments
 
 
 
Futures Contracts
$
1,275,784



Swap Agreements

$
9,020,751


Forward Foreign Currency Exchange Contracts

244,872


 
$
1,275,784

$
9,265,623


 
 
 
 
Liabilities
 
 
 
Other Financial Instruments
 
 
 
Futures Contracts
$
79,101



Swap Agreements

$
1,446,734


 
$
79,101

$
1,446,734








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6. Derivative Instruments

Credit Risk — The fund is subject to credit risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of a bond generally declines as the credit quality of its issuer declines. Credit default swap agreements enable a fund to buy/sell protection against a credit event of a specific issuer or index. A fund may attempt to enhance returns by selling protection or attempt to mitigate credit risk by buying protection. The buyer/seller of credit protection against a security or basket of securities may pay/receive an up-front or periodic payment to compensate for/against potential default events. Changes in value, including the periodic amounts of interest to be paid or received on swap agreements, are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a fund is required to deposit cash or securities (initial margin) with a financial intermediary in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the notional amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the value and is a component of unrealized gains and losses. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon receipt or payment of a periodic settlement or termination of swap agreements. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of swap agreements are a component of net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements, respectively. The risks of entering into swap agreements include the possible lack of liquidity, failure of the counterparty to meet its obligations, and that there may be unfavorable changes in the underlying investments or instruments. The fund's average notional amount held during the period was $82,105,643.

Foreign Currency Risk — The fund is subject to foreign currency exchange rate risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of foreign investments held by a fund may be significantly affected by changes in foreign currency exchange rates. The dollar value of a foreign security generally decreases when the value of the dollar rises against the foreign currency in which the security is denominated and tends to increase when the value of the dollar declines against such foreign currency. A fund may enter into forward foreign currency exchange contracts to reduce a fund's exposure to foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations or to gain exposure to the fluctuations in the value of foreign currencies. The net U.S. dollar value of foreign currency underlying all contractual commitments held by a fund and the resulting unrealized appreciation or depreciation are determined daily. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon the termination of the contract. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of forward foreign currency exchange contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on forward foreign currency exchange contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on forward foreign currency exchange contracts, respectively. A fund bears the risk of an unfavorable change in the foreign currency exchange rate underlying the forward contract. Additionally, losses, up to the fair value, may arise if the counterparties do not perform under the contract terms. The fund's average U.S. dollar exposure to foreign currency risk derivative instruments held during the period was $4,673,511.
 
Interest Rate Risk — The fund is subject to interest rate risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of bonds generally declines as interest rates rise. A fund may enter into futures contracts based on a bond index or a specific underlying security. A fund may purchase futures contracts to gain exposure to increases in market value or sell futures contracts to protect against a decline in market value. Upon entering into a futures contract, a fund will segregate cash, cash equivalents or other appropriate liquid securities on its records in amounts sufficient to meet requirements. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the contract value and is recorded as unrealized gains and losses. A fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the futures contract is closed or expires. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of futures contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts, respectively. One of the risks of entering into futures contracts is the possibility that the change in value of the contract may not correlate with the changes in value of the underlying securities. The fund's average notional exposure to interest rate risk derivative instruments held during the period was $209,633,333 futures contracts purchased.
 
Other Contracts — A fund may enter into total return swap agreements in order to attempt to obtain or preserve a particular return or spread at a lower cost than obtaining a return or spread through purchases and/or sales of instruments in other markets or gain exposure to certain markets in the most economical way possible. A fund will segregate cash, cash equivalents or other appropriate liquid securities on its records in amounts sufficient to meet requirements. Changes in value, including the periodic amounts of interest to be paid or received on swap agreements, are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a fund is required to deposit cash or securities (initial margin) with a financial intermediary in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the notional amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the value and is a component of unrealized gains and losses. Realized gain or

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loss is recorded upon receipt or payment of a periodic settlement or termination of swap agreements. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of swap agreements are a component of net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements, respectively. The risks of entering into swap agreements include the possible lack of liquidity, failure of the counterparty to meet its obligations, and that there may be unfavorable changes in the underlying investments or instruments, including inflationary risk. The fund's average notional amount held during the period was $25,500,000.

Value of Derivative Instruments as of March 31, 2020
 
Asset Derivatives
Liability Derivatives
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Credit Risk
Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements*
$
2,493,602

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements*

Foreign Currency Risk
Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts
244,872

Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts

Interest Rate Risk
Receivable for variation margin on futures contracts*

Payable for variation margin on futures contracts*
$
286,572

Other Contracts
Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements*

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements*
45,730

 
 
$
2,738,474

 
$
332,302


*Included in the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts or centrally cleared swap agreements, as applicable, as reported in the Schedule of Investments.

Effect of Derivative Instruments on the Statement of Operations for the Year Ended March 31, 2020
 
Net Realized Gain (Loss)
Change in Net Unrealized
Appreciation (Depreciation)
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Credit Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions
$
7,097,366

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements
$
7,312,682

Foreign Currency Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on forward foreign currency exchange contract transactions
293,862

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on forward foreign currency exchange contracts
227,462

Interest Rate Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions
12,344,067

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts
(1,173,910
)
Other Contracts
Net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements
(1,446,120
)
 
 
$
19,735,295

 
$
4,920,114


7. Risk Factors

The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.
 
The fund is owned by a relatively small number of shareholders, and in the event such shareholders redeem, the ongoing operations of the fund may be at risk.
 
The fund’s investment process may result in high portfolio turnover, which could mean high transaction costs, affecting both performance and capital gains tax liabilities to investors.

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The fund may invest in instruments that have variable or floating coupon rates based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate intended to be representative of the rate at which certain major international banks lend to one another over short-terms. LIBOR will be phased out by the end of 2021. Uncertainty remains regarding a replacement rate or rates for LIBOR. The transition process may lead to increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that rely on LIBOR. This could result in a change to the value of such instruments.

8. Federal Tax Information

The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019 were as follows:
 
2020
2019
Distributions Paid From
 
 
Ordinary income
$
75,070,089

$
82,373,652

Long-term capital gains


 
The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.

As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
Federal tax cost of investments
$
2,007,039,975

Gross tax appreciation of investments
$
88,120,341

Gross tax depreciation of investments
(36,278,103
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments
51,842,238

Net tax appreciation (depreciation) on derivatives
6,127,543

Net tax appreciation (depreciation)
$
57,969,781

Other book-to-tax adjustments
$
(233,296
)
Undistributed ordinary income
$
11,493,948

Accumulated long-term gains
$
12,088,085


The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the realization for tax purposes of unrealized gains (losses) on futures contracts. Other book-to-tax adjustments are attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on straddle positions.

9. Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In March 2017, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2017-08, “Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (Subtopic 310-20), Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities” (ASU 2017-08). ASU 2017-08 amends the amortization period for certain purchased callable debt securities held at a premium, shortening such period to the earliest call date. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-08 did not materially impact the financial statements.

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Financial Highlights
For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
Distributions From:
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Net
Investment
Income
Net
Realized
Gains
Total
Distributions
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(before
expense
waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
G Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.62
0.32
0.54
0.86
(0.33)
(0.33)
$11.15
8.18%
0.01%
0.35%
2.88%
2.54%
128%

$2,047,612

2019
$10.52
0.35
0.05
0.40
(0.30)
(0.30)
$10.62
3.93%
0.01%
0.35%
3.35%
3.01%
185%

$2,571,155

2018
$10.66
0.29
(0.14)
0.15
(0.29)
(0.29)
$10.52
1.36%
0.12%
0.36%
2.66%
2.42%
186%

$3,034,520

2017
$10.85
0.22
(0.16)
0.06
(0.24)
(0.01)
(0.25)
$10.66
0.59%
0.40%
0.40%
2.07%
2.07%
139%

$2,731,236

2016
$11.03
0.21
(0.04)
0.17
(0.23)
(0.12)
(0.35)
$10.85
1.57%
0.40%
0.40%
1.96%
1.96%
207%

$2,406,977

Notes to Financial Highlights
(1)
Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)
Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.


See Notes to Financial Statements.



Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Trustees of American Century Investment Trust and Shareholders of NT Diversified Bond Fund

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of NT Diversified Bond Fund (one of the funds constituting American Century Investment Trust, referred to hereafter as the “Fund”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2020, the statement of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2020 (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2020, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020 and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2020 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2020 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.



/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
May 18, 2020

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in American Century Investments since 1997.

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Management

Board of Trustees

The individuals listed below serve as trustees of the funds. Each trustee will continue to serve in this capacity until death, retirement, resignation or removal from office. The board has adopted a mandatory retirement age for trustees who are not “interested persons,” as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act (independent trustees). Independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 75th birthday; provided, however, that on or after January 1, 2022, independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 76th birthday.
Mr. Thomas is an “interested person” because he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC), the parent company of American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM or the advisor). The other trustees (more than three-fourths of the total number) are independent. They are not employees, directors or officers of, and have no financial interest in, ACC or any of its wholly owned, direct or indirect, subsidiaries, including ACIM, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS) and American Century Services, LLC (ACS), and they do not have any other affiliations, positions or relationships that would cause them to be considered “interested persons” under the Investment Company Act. The trustees serve in this capacity for eight (in the case of Jonathan S. Thomas, 16; and Ronald J. Gilson, 9) registered investment companies in the American Century Investments family of funds.
The following table presents additional information about the trustees. The mailing address for each trustee other than Mr. Thomas is 1665 Charleston Road, Mountain View, California 94043. The mailing address for Mr. Thomas is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Tanya S. Beder
(1955)
Trustee
Since 2011
Chairman and CEO, SBCC Group Inc. (independent advisory services) (2006 to present)
40
CYS Investments, Inc.; Kirby Corporation; Nabors Industries Ltd.
Jeremy I. Bulow
(1954)
Trustee
Since 2011
Professor of Economics, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (1979 to present)
40
None
Anne Casscells
(1958)
Trustee
Since 2016
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, Aetos Alternatives Management (investment advisory firm) (2001 to present); Lecturer in Accounting, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (2009 to 2017)
40
None
Ronald J. Gilson
(1946)
Trustee and Chairman of the Board
Since 1995
(Chairman since 2005)
Charles J. Meyers Professor of Law and Business, Emeritus, Stanford Law School (1979 to 2016); Marc and Eva Stern Professor of Law and Business, Columbia University School of Law (1992 to present)
57
None

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Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Frederick L. A. Grauer
(1946)
Trustee
Since 2008
Senior Advisor, Credit Sesame, Inc. (credit monitoring firm) (2018 to present); Senior Advisor, Course Hero (an educational technology company) (2015 to present)
40
None
Jonathan D. Levin
(1972)
Trustee
Since 2016
Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (2016 to present); Professor, Stanford University, (2000 to present)
40
None
Peter F. Pervere
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2007
Retired
40
None
John B. Shoven
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2002
Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics, Stanford University (1973 to present, emeritus since 2019)
40
Cadence Design Systems; Exponent; Financial Engines
Interested Trustee


Jonathan S. Thomas
(1963)
Trustee
Since 2007
President and Chief Executive Officer, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as Chief Executive Officer, ACS; Executive Vice President, ACIM; Director, ACC, ACIM and other ACC subsidiaries
120
None
The Statement of Additional Information has additional information about the fund's trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Officers

The following table presents certain information about the executive officers of the funds. Each officer serves as an officer for 16 (in the case of Robert J. Leach, 15) investment companies in the American Century family of funds, unless otherwise noted. No officer is compensated for his or her service as an officer of the funds. The listed officers are interested persons of the funds and are appointed or re-appointed on an annual basis. The mailing address for each of the officers listed below is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Offices with the Funds
Principal Occupation(s) During the Past Five Years
Patrick Bannigan
(1965)
President since 2019
Executive Vice President and Director, ACC (2012 to present); Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, ACC (2015 to present); Chief Operating Officer, ACC (2012-2015). Also serves as President, ACS; Vice President, ACIM; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and/or Director, ACIM, ACS and other ACC subsidiaries
R. Wes Campbell
(1974)
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018
Vice President, ACS (2020 to present); Investment Operations and Investment Accounting, ACS (2000 to present)
Amy D. Shelton
(1964)
Chief Compliance Officer and Vice President since 2014
Chief Compliance Officer, American Century funds, (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIM (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIS (2009 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIS
Charles A. Etherington
(1957)
General Counsel since 2007 and Senior Vice President since 2006
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present); Vice President, ACC (2005 to present); General Counsel, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as General Counsel, ACIM, ACS, ACIS and other ACC subsidiaries; and Senior Vice President, ACIM and ACS
C. Jean Wade
(1964)
Vice President since 2012
Senior Vice President, ACS (2017 to present); Vice President ACS (2000 to 2017)
Robert J. Leach
(1966)
Vice President since 2006
Vice President, ACS (2000 to present)
David H. Reinmiller
(1963)
Vice President since 2000
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIM and ACS
Ward D. Stauffer
(1960)
Secretary since 2005
Attorney, ACC (2003 to present)







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Liquidity Risk Management Program


The Fund has adopted a liquidity risk management program (the “program”). The Fund’s Board of Trustees (the "Board") has designated American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) as the administrator of the program. Personnel of ACIM or its affiliates conduct the day-to-day operation of the program pursuant to policies and procedures administered by those members of the ACIM’s Investment Oversight Committee who are members of the ACIM’s Investment Management and Global Analytics departments.

Under the program, ACIM manages the Fund’s liquidity risk, which is the risk that the Fund could not meet shareholder redemption requests without significant dilution of remaining shareholders’ interests in the Fund. This risk is managed by monitoring the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments, limiting the amount of the Fund’s illiquid investments, and utilizing various risk management tools and facilities available to the Fund for meeting shareholder redemptions, among other means. ACIM’s process of determining the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party liquidity assessment vendors.

The Board reviewed a report prepared by ACIM regarding the operation and effectiveness of the program for the period December 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. No significant liquidity events impacting the Fund were noted in the report. In addition, ACIM provided its assessment that the program had been effective in managing the Fund’s liquidity risk.


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Additional Information

Retirement Account Information

As required by law, distributions you receive from certain retirement accounts are subject to federal income tax withholding, unless you elect not to have withholding apply*. Tax will be withheld on the total amount withdrawn even though you may be receiving amounts that are not subject to withholding, such as nondeductible contributions. In such case, excess amounts of withholding could occur. You may adjust your withholding election so that a greater or lesser amount will be withheld.

If you don’t want us to withhold on this amount, you must notify us to not withhold the federal income tax. You may notify us in writing or in certain situations by telephone or through other electronic means. For systematic withdrawals, your withholding election will remain in effect until revoked or changed by filing a new election. You have the right to revoke your election at any time and change your withholding percentage for future distributions.

Remember, even if you elect not to have income tax withheld, you are liable for paying income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal. If you elect not to have income tax withheld or you don’t have enough income tax withheld, you may be responsible for payment of estimated tax. You may incur penalties under the estimated tax rules if your withholding and estimated tax payments are not sufficient. You can reduce or defer the income tax on a distribution by directly or indirectly rolling such distribution over to another IRA or eligible plan. You should consult your tax advisor for additional information.

State tax will be withheld if, at the time of your distribution, your address is within one of the mandatory withholding states and you have federal income tax withheld (or as otherwise required by state law). State taxes will be withheld from your distribution in accordance with the respective state rules.

*Some 403(b), 457 and qualified retirement plan distributions may be subject to 20% mandatory withholding, as they are subject to special tax and withholding rules.  Your plan administrator or plan sponsor is required to provide you with a special tax notice explaining those rules at the time you request a distribution.  If applicable, federal and/or state taxes may be withheld from your distribution amount.


Proxy Voting Policies

Descriptions of the principles and policies that the fund's investment advisor uses in exercising the voting rights associated with the securities purchased and/or held by the fund are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021 or visiting American Century Investments’ website at americancentury.com/proxy. A description of the policies is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. Information regarding how the investment advisor voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available on americancentury.com/proxy. It is also available at sec.gov.


Quarterly Portfolio Disclosure

The fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. The fund also makes its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the most recent quarter of its fiscal year available on its website at americancentury.com and, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.

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Other Tax Information

The following information is provided pursuant to provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.

The fund hereby designates $34,941, or up to the maximum amount allowable, as long-term capital gain distributions (20% rate gain distributions) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020.

The fund hereby designates $30,401 as qualified short-term capital gain distributions for purposes of Internal Revenue Code Section 871 for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020.

The fund utilized earnings and profits of $285,157 distributed to shareholders on redemption of shares as part of the dividends paid deduction (tax equalization).


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Annual Report
 
 
 
March 31, 2020
 
 
 
NT High Income Fund
 
Investor Class (AHGVX)
 
G Class (AHGNX)
























Beginning on January 1, 2021, as permitted by regulations adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission, paper copies of the fund’s shareholder reports like this one will no longer be sent by mail, unless you specifically request paper copies of the reports from the fund or from your financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or bank. Instead, the reports will be made available on a website, and you will be notified by mail each time a report is posted and provided with a website link to access the report.

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Table of Contents

Performance
Portfolio Commentary
Fund Characteristics
Shareholder Fee Example
Schedule of Investments
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Statement of Operations
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Notes to Financial Statements
Financial Highlights
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Management
Liquidity Risk Management Program
Additional Information





















Any opinions expressed in this report reflect those of the author as of the date of the report, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of American Century Investments® or any other person in the American Century Investments organization. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and American Century Investments disclaims any responsibility to update such opinions. These opinions may not be relied upon as investment advice and, because investment decisions made by American Century Investments funds are based on numerous factors, may not be relied upon as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any American Century Investments fund. Security examples are used for representational purposes only and are not intended as recommendations to purchase or sell securities. Performance information for comparative indices and securities is provided to American Century Investments by third party vendors. To the best of American Century Investments’ knowledge, such information is accurate at the time of printing.



Performance
Total Returns as of March 31, 2020
 
 
 
 
 
Average Annual Returns
 
 
Ticker
Symbol
1 year
Since Inception
Inception
Date
Investor Class
AHGVX
-9.51%
-1.29%
5/19/17
ICE BofA U.S. High Yield Constrained Index
-7.46%
0.02%
G Class
AHGNX
-8.80%
-0.56%
5/19/17
Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Growth of $10,000 Over Life of Class
$10,000 investment made May 19, 2017
Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure.

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Value on March 31, 2020
 
Investor Class — $9,635
 
 
ICE BofA U.S. High Yield Constrained Index — $10,006
 
Ending value of Investor Class would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
Investor Class
G Class
0.79%
0.54%
The total annual fund operating expenses shown is as stated in the fund’s prospectus current as of the date of this report. The prospectus may vary from the expense ratio shown elsewhere in this report because it is based on a different time period, includes acquired fund fees and expenses, and, if applicable, does not include fee waivers or expense reimbursements.

Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Portfolio Commentary

Investment Advisor: American Century Investment Management, Inc.
Subadvisor: Nomura Corporate Research and Asset Management Inc.
Portfolio Managers: Steve Kotsen, David Crall, Amy Yu Chang and Derek Leung

As of August 2019, Amy Yu Chang and Derek Leung joined the portfolio management team.

Performance Summary
NT High Income returned -8.80%* for the 12-month period ended March 31, 2020. By comparison, the ICE BofA U.S. High Yield Constrained Index returned -7.46%.
Although high-yield bonds performed relatively well through most of the reporting period, their negative results in early 2020 dragged down returns for the entire 12-month period. As the COVID-19 epidemic originating in China expanded into a pandemic in early 2020, investors scrambled to shed credit risk and seek shelter in cash. Market volatility soared and liquidity markedly worsened. Amid the global flight to quality, riskier investments, including investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds, suffered significant losses. Separately, an unexpected price war between Saudi Arabia and Russia amid waning demand for oil triggered a sizable drop in the oil markets. This development accelerated the havoc in the high-yield sector, home to many energy companies.

The swiftness and the depth of the Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) response to the broad market unrest helped calm the credit markets in late March. In addition to cutting short-term rates to nearly 0%, the Fed announced programs to directly support the functioning of investment-grade primary and secondary markets. This action followed earlier announcements to address the functioning of Treasury, commercial paper and asset-backed securities markets. The Fed stepping in to purchase investment-grade corporate debt, which inspired many other market participants to also purchase the securities, was particularly helpful for stabilizing the corporate debt markets, including the high-yield market.
Gaming Companies Were Main Detractors
We began the fiscal year with a positive view toward the U.S. consumer and tilted the portfolio toward more U.S.-centric, noncyclical sectors, including gaming. We focused on Las Vegas and regional gaming operators and also held a small position in Macau gaming. Our gaming sector overweight relative to the index served us well until the first quarter of 2020, when the COVID-19 outbreak halted economic activity. Amid increasing infection and mortality rates, government officials issued stay-at-home orders, and international and domestic travel shut down. In particular, several of our gaming issues suffered significant downturns after Nevada’s governor ordered a 30-day statewide shutdown of casinos (and other nonessential businesses) on March 18.

The pandemic and resulting U.S. economic shutdown also dragged down results in the support-services sector. In particular, our holdings among rental car, office equipment and construction rental equipment companies suffered due to declining demand. Additionally, our underweight and security selection in the wireline telecommunication sector also detracted from performance.





*All fund returns referenced in this commentary are for G Class shares. Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived. Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure; when G Class performance exceeds that of the index, other share classes may not. See page 2 for returns for all share classes.

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Meanwhile, our exposure to cash and an overweight and strong security selection in the electric-generation sector helped offset the effects of the gaming, support-services and wireline telecommunication sectors. The main driver in this sector was a distressed play in a California-based power provider. Security selection in the pharmaceuticals sector also helped offset some of the losses. Additionally, underweight positions in the oil field equipment and services and real estate investment trusts sectors also added to relative performance.

Higher-Rated Securities Aided Performance; Duration Detracted

Overall, higher-rated bonds significantly outperformed their lower-rated counterparts during the fiscal year. Our overweight and security selection within the B-rated segment of the market contributed to relative performance. In addition, our out-of-index exposure to investment-grade (BBB-rated) issuers aided results. However, our overweight and security selection among issuers with CCC credit ratings and an underweight to credits with BB ratings detracted from relative performance.

Our short-duration posture to begin the fiscal year also had a negative impact on portfolio performance. We lengthened duration over the course of the reporting period, as we opportunistically increased exposure to securities within the BB ratings category during the last three quarters of 2019. We also added BB-rated securities as they sold off in February and March. In addition, we participated in the new-issues market and lengthened duration with some fallen angels (securities that dropped out of the investment-grade universe and into the high-yield category due to credit ratings downgrades).

Portfolio Positioning

Regarding our holdings and potential investments, we are calling companies and aggressively examining their business prospects, liquidity and ability to obtain government help during the COVID-19 disruptions. We have concentrated our purchases in higher-quality, more-defensive sectors, including cable, TMT (technology, media and telecommunication), packaging and food. We have also started building positions in recent and potential fallen angels. In addition, as the investment-grade market improved in late March, we participated in some new issues there. Beyond these steps, we are focusing on companies we believe can manage through this environment, including banks, health care companies, homebuilders, building products suppliers, metals companies and equipment rental firms. We also have engaged in some value buying in oversold sectors, such as gaming, aerospace and restaurants. We have sold issuers facing liquidity problems as well as some deep cyclicals and energy positions.

Looking ahead, the path of the virus, the depth of the economic contraction and the form of fiscal and monetary stimulus will remain key considerations. We will monitor these factors closely. The economic contraction will be deep, but we remain hopeful the economy can start growing again in the third quarter.


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Fund Characteristics
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Types of Investments in Portfolio
% of net assets
Corporate Bonds
90.8%
Bank Loan Obligations
4.1%
Preferred Stocks
2.1%
Common Stocks
0.2%
Convertible Bonds
0.2%
Escrow Interests
—*
Warrants
—*
Temporary Cash Investments
0.9%
Other Assets and Liabilities
1.7%
*Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.





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Shareholder Fee Example

Fund shareholders may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments and redemption/exchange fees; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in your fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing cost of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 made at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020.

Actual Expenses

The table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each class. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. First, identify the share class you own. Then simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The table also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the actual expense ratio of each class of your fund and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the actual return of a fund’s share class. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or redemption/exchange fees. Therefore, the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.
 
Beginning
Account Value
10/1/19
Ending
Account Value
3/31/20
Expenses Paid
During Period
(1)
10/1/19 - 3/31/20
 
Annualized
Expense Ratio
(1)
Actual
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$878.40
$3.66
0.78%
G Class
$1,000
$881.80
$0.05
0.01%
Hypothetical
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,021.10
$3.94
0.78%
G Class
$1,000
$1,024.95
$0.05
0.01%
(1)
Expenses are equal to the class's annualized expense ratio listed in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 183, the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year, divided by 366, to reflect the one-half year period. Annualized expense ratio reflects actual expenses, including any applicable fee waivers or expense reimbursements and excluding any acquired fund fees and expenses.

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Schedule of Investments

MARCH 31, 2020
 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
CORPORATE BONDS — 90.8%
 
 
Aerospace and Defense — 2.8%
 
 
Arconic, Inc., 5.125%, 10/1/24
$
1,500,000

$
1,484,188

Arconic, Inc., 5.95%, 2/1/37
1,525,000

1,331,416

Bombardier, Inc., 8.75%, 12/1/21(1)
50,000

41,838

Bombardier, Inc., 6.00%, 10/15/22(1)
705,000

534,038

Bombardier, Inc., 6.125%, 1/15/23(1)
400,000

284,502

Bombardier, Inc., 7.50%, 12/1/24(1)
1,075,000

718,912

Bombardier, Inc., 7.50%, 3/15/25(1)
495,000

346,500

Bombardier, Inc., 7.875%, 4/15/27(1)
1,025,000

715,014

F-Brasile SpA / F-Brasile US LLC, 7.375%, 8/15/26(1)
1,000,000

1,000,000

TransDigm UK Holdings plc, 6.875%, 5/15/26
400,000

375,417

TransDigm, Inc., 6.50%, 7/15/24
700,000

670,883

TransDigm, Inc., 6.50%, 5/15/25
525,000

502,034

TransDigm, Inc., 6.25%, 3/15/26(1)
1,750,000

1,751,088

TransDigm, Inc., 6.375%, 6/15/26
850,000

818,592

TransDigm, Inc., 7.50%, 3/15/27
675,000

654,244

TransDigm, Inc., 5.50%, 11/15/27(1)
3,625,000

3,273,556

Triumph Group, Inc., 6.25%, 9/15/24(1)
200,000

179,513

Triumph Group, Inc., 7.75%, 8/15/25
225,000

161,718

 
 
14,843,453

Air Freight and Logistics — 0.4%
 
 
Cargo Aircraft Management, Inc., 4.75%, 2/1/28(1)
175,000

163,625

XPO Logistics, Inc., 6.50%, 6/15/22(1)
1,271,000

1,280,965

XPO Logistics, Inc., 6.125%, 9/1/23(1)
600,000

591,003

 
 
2,035,593

Airlines — 0.5%
 
 
Air Canada, 7.75%, 4/15/21(1)
975,000

956,670

American Airlines Group, Inc., 5.00%, 6/1/22(1)
550,000

444,813

United Airlines Holdings, Inc., 4.25%, 10/1/22
225,000

206,111

United Airlines Holdings, Inc., 5.00%, 2/1/24
945,000

829,237

Virgin Australia Holdings Ltd., 8.125%, 11/15/24(1)(3)
175,000

81,463

 
 
2,518,294

Auto Components — 0.4%
 
 
Dealer Tire LLC / DT Issuer LLC, 8.00%, 2/1/28(1)
375,000

302,813

Panther BF Aggregator 2 LP / Panther Finance Co., Inc., 8.50%, 5/15/27(1)
1,150,000

1,009,642

Tenneco, Inc., 5.00%, 7/15/26
975,000

619,198

 
 
1,931,653

Automobiles — 1.3%
 
 
Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 5.875%, 8/2/21
800,000

788,000

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 3.22%, 1/9/22
200,000

187,500

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 4.14%, 2/15/23
200,000

187,120


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Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 4.69%, 6/9/25
$
600,000

$
537,000

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 4.13%, 8/4/25
600,000

535,200

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 4.54%, 8/1/26
200,000

176,000

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 3.82%, 11/2/27
400,000

300,667

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 5.11%, 5/3/29
2,400,000

2,058,000

Mclaren Finance plc, 5.75%, 8/1/22(1)
400,000

254,840

Tesla, Inc., 5.30%, 8/15/25(1)
1,750,000

1,655,937

 
 
6,680,264

Banks — 0.2%
 
 
CIT Group, Inc., 4.125%, 3/9/21
275,000

272,377

CIT Group, Inc., 5.00%, 8/1/23
900,000

871,528

 
 
1,143,905

Building Products — 0.9%
 
 
Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc., 5.00%, 9/30/27(1)
275,000

247,099

BMC East LLC, 5.50%, 10/1/24(1)
840,000

817,946

Builders FirstSource, Inc., 6.75%, 6/1/27(1)
787,000

777,983

Builders FirstSource, Inc., 5.00%, 3/1/30(1)
325,000

294,328

Griffon Corp., 5.75%, 3/1/28(1)
775,000

732,860

Jeld-Wen, Inc., 4.625%, 12/15/25(1)
375,000

333,279

Masonite International Corp., 5.75%, 9/15/26(1)
275,000

271,849

Masonite International Corp., 5.375%, 2/1/28(1)
75,000

74,126

Northwest Hardwoods, Inc., 7.50%, 8/1/21(1)
275,000

99,000

Patrick Industries, Inc., 7.50%, 10/15/27(1)
800,000

790,834

PGT Innovations, Inc., 6.75%, 8/1/26(1)
500,000

475,729

 
 
4,915,033

Capital Markets — 1.6%
 
 
AG Issuer LLC, 6.25%, 3/1/28(1)
575,000

487,313

Donnelley Financial Solutions, Inc., 8.25%, 10/15/24
375,000

355,779

Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 6.25%, 2/1/22
655,000

660,135

Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 4.75%, 9/15/24
1,575,000

1,450,969

Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 6.375%, 12/15/25
1,225,000

1,165,287

Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 6.25%, 5/15/26
1,550,000

1,473,464

Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 5.25%, 5/15/27
1,375,000

1,280,469

LPL Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 11/15/27(1)
250,000

230,530

MSCI, Inc., 4.75%, 8/1/26(1)
150,000

148,795

NFP Corp., 6.875%, 7/15/25(1)
925,000

918,035

NFP Corp., 8.00%, 7/15/25(1)
475,000

438,779

 
 
8,609,555

Chemicals — 2.0%
 
 
Atotech Alpha 2 BV, 8.75% Cash or 9.50% PIK, 6/1/23(1)(2)
400,000

363,498

CF Industries, Inc., 5.375%, 3/15/44
225,000

216,074

Chemours Co. (The), 6.625%, 5/15/23
466,000

399,015

Consolidated Energy Finance SA, 6.50%, 5/15/26(1)
450,000

381,844

Cornerstone Chemical Co., 6.75%, 8/15/24(1)
550,000

459,935


8


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Element Solutions, Inc., 5.875%, 12/1/25(1)
$
400,000

$
394,988

Foxtrot Escrow Issuer LLC / Foxtrot Escrow Corp., 12.25%, 11/15/26(1)
1,375,000

1,080,230

Innophos Holdings, Inc., 9.375%, 2/15/28(1)
675,000

659,813

Kraton Polymers LLC / Kraton Polymers Capital Corp., 7.00%, 4/15/25(1)
325,000

290,365

NOVA Chemicals Corp., 5.25%, 6/1/27(1)
900,000

763,245

Nufarm Australia Ltd. / Nufarm Americas, Inc., 5.75%, 4/30/26(1)
375,000

330,763

OCI NV, 6.625%, 4/15/23(1)
800,000

736,000

OCI NV, 5.25%, 11/1/24(1)
600,000

525,000

Olin Corp., 5.625%, 8/1/29
400,000

370,320

PQ Corp., 5.75%, 12/15/25(1)
250,000

227,186

Scotts Miracle-Gro Co. (The), 5.25%, 12/15/26
325,000

311,526

SPCM SA, 4.875%, 9/15/25(1)
300,000

285,741

TPC Group, Inc., 10.50%, 8/1/24(1)
800,000

660,204

Trinseo Materials Operating SCA / Trinseo Materials Finance, Inc., 5.375%, 9/1/25(1)
900,000

765,000

Tronox Finance plc, 5.75%, 10/1/25(1)
675,000

608,341

Tronox, Inc., 6.50%, 4/15/26(1)
425,000

385,719

Valvoline, Inc., 4.25%, 2/15/30(1)
250,000

233,906

 
 
10,448,713

Commercial Services and Supplies — 1.8%
 
 
ADT Security Corp. (The), 6.25%, 10/15/21
325,000

319,462

Algeco Global Finance 2 plc, 10.00%, 8/15/23(1)
800,000

588,000

Allied Universal HoldCo LLC / Allied Universal Finance Corp., 6.625%, 7/15/26(1)
1,475,000

1,451,958

Allied Universal HoldCo LLC / Allied Universal Finance Corp., 9.75%, 7/15/27(1)
1,650,000

1,566,456

Cimpress plc, 7.00%, 6/15/26(1)
150,000

133,281

Clean Harbors, Inc., 4.875%, 7/15/27(1)
275,000

270,724

Clean Harbors, Inc., 5.125%, 7/15/29(1)
75,000

70,391

Garda World Security Corp., 4.625%, 2/15/27(1)
400,000

361,000

GFL Environmental, Inc., 5.125%, 12/15/26(1)
125,000

122,813

IAA, Inc., 5.50%, 6/15/27(1)
400,000

389,220

KAR Auction Services, Inc., 5.125%, 6/1/25(1)
475,000

456,596

Matthews International Corp., 5.25%, 12/1/25(1)
400,000

357,506

Midas Intermediate Holdco II LLC / Midas Intermediate Holdco II Finance, Inc., 7.875%, 10/1/22(1)
1,125,000

729,490

Nielsen Co. Luxembourg SARL (The), 5.50%, 10/1/21(1)
550,000

542,713

Nielsen Finance LLC / Nielsen Finance Co., 4.50%, 10/1/20
740,000

720,575

Nielsen Finance LLC / Nielsen Finance Co., 5.00%, 4/15/22(1)
570,000

528,481

Prime Security Services Borrower LLC / Prime Finance, Inc., 5.25%, 4/15/24(1)
250,000

248,511

Prime Security Services Borrower LLC / Prime Finance, Inc., 6.25%, 1/15/28(1)
200,000

174,000

Ritchie Bros Auctioneers, Inc., 5.375%, 1/15/25(1)
450,000

457,315

TMS International Holding Corp., 7.25%, 8/15/25(1)
325,000

295,342

 
 
9,783,834

Communications Equipment — 0.8%
 
 
CommScope Technologies LLC, 6.00%, 6/15/25(1)
1,875,000

1,730,063


9


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
CommScope Technologies LLC, 5.00%, 3/15/27(1)
$
470,000

$
411,285

CommScope, Inc., 5.00%, 6/15/21(1)
37,000

36,952

CommScope, Inc., 5.50%, 3/1/24(1)
600,000

610,953

CommScope, Inc., 6.00%, 3/1/26(1)
25,000

25,103

CommScope, Inc., 8.25%, 3/1/27(1)
300,000

290,835

Nokia of America Corp., 6.45%, 3/15/29
425,000

456,875

Nokia Oyj, 3.375%, 6/12/22
225,000

225,707

ViaSat, Inc., 5.625%, 4/15/27(1)
425,000

422,046

 
 
4,209,819

Construction and Engineering — 0.8%
 
 
Aeropuertos Argentina 2000 SA, 6.875%, 2/1/27(1)
980,000

571,179

Brand Industrial Services, Inc., 8.50%, 7/15/25(1)
1,000,000

792,670

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corp., 8.00%, 5/15/22
375,000

370,194

New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc., 10.125%, 4/1/22(1)
475,000

477,820

New Enterprise Stone & Lime Co., Inc., 6.25%, 3/15/26(1)
750,000

696,407

Weekley Homes LLC / Weekley Finance Corp., 6.00%, 2/1/23
900,000

853,870

Weekley Homes LLC / Weekley Finance Corp., 6.625%, 8/15/25
550,000

499,810

 
 
4,261,950

Construction Materials — 0.6%
 
 
Cemex SAB de CV, 5.45%, 11/19/29(1)
1,200,000

978,300

Summit Materials LLC / Summit Materials Finance Corp., 6.125%, 7/15/23
325,000

322,969

Summit Materials LLC / Summit Materials Finance Corp., 5.125%, 6/1/25(1)
50,000

46,937

Summit Materials LLC / Summit Materials Finance Corp., 6.50%, 3/15/27(1)
275,000

262,224

US Concrete, Inc., 6.375%, 6/1/24
1,525,000

1,386,507

 
 
2,996,937

Consumer Finance — 2.6%
 
 
Ally Financial, Inc., 3.875%, 5/21/24
425,000

385,158

Ally Financial, Inc., 8.00%, 11/1/31
650,000

750,783

Credit Acceptance Corp., 5.125%, 12/31/24(1)
400,000

367,000

Credit Acceptance Corp., 6.625%, 3/15/26
425,000

403,750

Global Aircraft Leasing Co. Ltd., 6.50% Cash or 7.25% PIK, 9/15/24(1)(2)
1,375,000

895,813

Navient Corp., 5.00%, 10/26/20
990,000

978,565

Navient Corp., 5.875%, 3/25/21
50,000

49,153

Navient Corp., 7.25%, 9/25/23
950,000

938,096

Navient Corp., 5.875%, 10/25/24
225,000

208,206

Navient Corp., 6.75%, 6/25/25
2,625,000

2,434,687

Navient Corp., 6.75%, 6/15/26
675,000

624,746

Navient Corp., 5.00%, 3/15/27
125,000

108,400

Navient Corp., MTN, 6.125%, 3/25/24
460,000

433,564

Park Aerospace Holdings Ltd., 3.625%, 3/15/21(1)
550,000

521,555

Park Aerospace Holdings Ltd., 5.25%, 8/15/22(1)
965,000

873,175

Springleaf Finance Corp., 8.25%, 12/15/20
125,000

125,844

Springleaf Finance Corp., 6.875%, 3/15/25
1,125,000

1,141,414

Springleaf Finance Corp., 7.125%, 3/15/26
1,875,000

1,845,703


10


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Springleaf Finance Corp., 6.625%, 1/15/28
$
775,000

$
730,011

Springleaf Finance Corp., 5.375%, 11/15/29
225,000

207,241

 
 
14,022,864

Containers and Packaging — 2.3%
 
 
ARD Finance SA, 6.50% Cash or 7.25% PIK, 6/30/27(1)(2)
1,600,000

1,383,120

Ardagh Packaging Finance plc / Ardagh Holdings USA, Inc., 6.00%, 2/15/25(1)
285,000

287,935

Berry Global, Inc., 6.00%, 10/15/22
425,000

423,540

Berry Global, Inc., 4.875%, 7/15/26(1)
525,000

533,202

Cascades, Inc. / Cascades USA, Inc., 5.125%, 1/15/26(1)
125,000

121,875

Cascades, Inc. / Cascades USA, Inc., 5.375%, 1/15/28(1)
125,000

120,313

Flex Acquisition Co., Inc., 6.875%, 1/15/25(1)
225,000

212,056

Flex Acquisition Co., Inc., 7.875%, 7/15/26(1)
600,000

556,819

Graphic Packaging International LLC, 4.75%, 7/15/27(1)
275,000

271,299

Greif, Inc., 6.50%, 3/1/27(1)
575,000

554,674

Mauser Packaging Solutions Holding Co., 5.50%, 4/15/24(1)
250,000

231,868

Mauser Packaging Solutions Holding Co., 7.25%, 4/15/25(1)
2,425,000

1,855,198

OI European Group BV, 4.00%, 3/15/23(1)
225,000

215,718

Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc., 5.00%, 1/15/22(1)
375,000

380,809

Owens-Brockway Glass Container, Inc., 5.875%, 8/15/23(1)
625,000

616,409

Plastipak Holdings, Inc., 6.25%, 10/15/25(1)
275,000

248,187

Reynolds Group Issuer, Inc. / Reynolds Group Issuer LLC / Reynolds Group Issuer Lu, 7.00%, 7/15/24(1)
1,590,000

1,624,781

Sealed Air Corp., 5.125%, 12/1/24(1)
610,000

617,625

Sealed Air Corp., 4.00%, 12/1/27(1)
725,000

679,760

Silgan Holdings, Inc., 4.125%, 2/1/28(1)
250,000

232,500

Trident TPI Holdings, Inc., 9.25%, 8/1/24(1)
500,000

419,372

Trident TPI Holdings, Inc., 6.625%, 11/1/25(1)
275,000

223,095

Trivium Packaging Finance BV, 5.50%, 8/15/26(1)
600,000

600,373

 
 
12,410,528

Distributors — 0.4%
 
 
Anixter, Inc., 6.00%, 12/1/25
350,000

345,623

Performance Food Group, Inc., 5.50%, 6/1/24(1)
975,000

915,277

Performance Food Group, Inc., 5.50%, 10/15/27(1)
350,000

327,276

Univar Solutions USA, Inc., 5.125%, 12/1/27(1)
800,000

732,440

 
 
2,320,616

Diversified Consumer Services — 0.3%
 
 
GEMS MENASA Cayman Ltd. / GEMS Education Delaware LLC, 7.125%, 7/31/26(1)
350,000

293,302

Graham Holdings Co., 5.75%, 6/1/26(1)
650,000

642,552

Service Corp. International/US, 5.125%, 6/1/29
300,000

307,665

Sotheby's, 7.375%, 10/15/27(1)
400,000

321,220

 
 
1,564,739

Diversified Financial Services — 0.9%
 
 
Cardtronics, Inc. / Cardtronics USA, Inc., 5.50%, 5/1/25(1)
200,000

191,749

Fairstone Financial, Inc., 7.875%, 7/15/24(1)
750,000

711,559

Jefferies Finance LLC / JFIN Co-Issuer Corp., 6.25%, 6/3/26(1)
600,000

559,270

MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC, 7.125%, 6/1/24(1)
925,000

811,715


11


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Oxford Finance LLC / Oxford Finance Co-Issuer II, Inc., 6.375%, 12/15/22(1)
$
650,000

$
632,733

Refinitiv US Holdings, Inc., 6.25%, 5/15/26(1)
325,000

337,366

Refinitiv US Holdings, Inc., 8.25%, 11/15/26(1)
525,000

555,188

Verscend Escrow Corp., 9.75%, 8/15/26(1)
800,000

804,556

VistaJet Malta Finance plc / XO Management Holding, Inc., 10.50%, 6/1/24(1)
550,000

448,253

 
 
5,052,389

Diversified Telecommunication Services — 5.7%
 
 
Altice France Holding SA, 10.50%, 5/15/27(1)
1,200,000

1,272,000

Altice France Holding SA, 6.00%, 2/15/28(1)
1,200,000

1,064,616

Altice France SA, 7.375%, 5/1/26(1)
2,560,000

2,599,808

Altice France SA, 8.125%, 2/1/27(1)
400,000

419,220

Altice France SA, 5.50%, 1/15/28(1)
1,000,000

941,850

CenturyLink, Inc., 5.625%, 4/1/20
1,995,000

1,995,000

CenturyLink, Inc., 6.45%, 6/15/21
200,000

204,100

CenturyLink, Inc., 5.80%, 3/15/22
550,000

558,063

CenturyLink, Inc., 6.75%, 12/1/23
350,000

374,169

CenturyLink, Inc., 7.50%, 4/1/24
550,000

605,690

CenturyLink, Inc., 5.125%, 12/15/26(1)
650,000

651,625

Cogent Communications Group, Inc., 5.375%, 3/1/22(1)
50,000

50,672

Connect Finco SARL / Connect US Finco LLC, 6.75%, 10/1/26(1)
1,000,000

830,000

Digicel Group Two Ltd., 8.25%, 9/30/22(1)
1,803,000

315,525

Embarq Corp., 8.00%, 6/1/36
1,725,000

1,716,936

Frontier Communications Corp., 10.50%, 9/15/22(3)(4)
4,450,000

1,200,103

Frontier Communications Corp., 8.50%, 4/1/26(1)(3)
375,000

344,794

Frontier Communications Corp., 8.00%, 4/1/27(1)(3)
725,000

719,077

Intelsat Connect Finance SA, 9.50%, 2/15/23(1)(3)
1,825,000

684,375

Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA, 8.00%, 2/15/24(1)(3)
75,000

72,937

Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA, 8.50%, 10/15/24(1)(3)
1,550,000

985,730

Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA, 9.75%, 7/15/25(1)(3)
2,425,000

1,530,793

Intelsat Luxembourg SA, 7.75%, 6/1/21(3)
75,000

38,063

Intelsat Luxembourg SA, 8.125%, 6/1/23(3)
600,000

127,500

Level 3 Financing, Inc., 5.375%, 8/15/22
1,177,000

1,183,768

Level 3 Financing, Inc., 5.625%, 2/1/23
425,000

422,357

Level 3 Financing, Inc., 5.375%, 5/1/25
475,000

475,596

Qualitytech LP / QTS Finance Corp., 4.75%, 11/15/25(1)
500,000

486,872

Qwest Corp., 6.75%, 12/1/21
450,000

459,394

Sprint Capital Corp., 6.875%, 11/15/28
375,000

430,406

Sprint Capital Corp., 8.75%, 3/15/32
3,695,000

4,907,145

Telecom Italia Capital SA, 6.00%, 9/30/34
1,285,000

1,281,103

Telecom Italia Capital SA, 7.20%, 7/18/36
175,000

182,490

Telecom Italia SpA, 5.30%, 5/30/24(1)
125,000

126,566

Telesat Canada / Telesat LLC, 4.875%, 6/1/27(1)
400,000

384,920

Telesat Canada / Telesat LLC, 6.50%, 10/15/27(1)
625,000

603,469

Windstream Services LLC / Windstream Finance Corp., 10.50%, 6/30/24(1)(3)(4)
475,000

23,750

 
 
30,270,482


12


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Electric Utilities — 1.9%
 
 
Drax Finco plc, 6.625%, 11/1/25(1)
$
600,000

$
605,253

NextEra Energy Operating Partners LP, 4.25%, 7/15/24(1)
725,000

711,410

NextEra Energy Operating Partners LP, 4.25%, 9/15/24(1)
450,000

441,565

NextEra Energy Operating Partners LP, 3.875%, 10/15/26(1)
1,025,000

979,512

NRG Energy, Inc., 7.25%, 5/15/26
320,000

336,976

Pacific Gas & Electric Co., 3.25%, 6/15/23(3)(4)
200,000

193,749

Pacific Gas & Electric Co., 6.05%, 3/1/34(3)(4)
1,150,000

1,167,882

Pacific Gas & Electric Co., 5.80%, 3/1/37(3)(4)
825,000

843,810

Pacific Gas & Electric Co., 5.40%, 1/15/40(3)(4)
600,000

613,680

Pacific Gas & Electric Co., 5.125%, 11/15/43(3)(4)
850,000

858,759

Pacific Gas & Electric Co., 4.00%, 12/1/46(3)(4)
150,000

137,670

Talen Energy Supply LLC, 10.50%, 1/15/26(1)
900,000

654,271

Talen Energy Supply LLC, 7.25%, 5/15/27(1)
175,000

159,119

Talen Energy Supply LLC, 6.625%, 1/15/28(1)
350,000

296,260

Vistra Operations Co. LLC, 3.55%, 7/15/24(1)
600,000

565,830

Vistra Operations Co. LLC, 5.625%, 2/15/27(1)
225,000

233,280

Vistra Operations Co. LLC, 5.00%, 7/31/27(1)
1,200,000

1,224,660

 
 
10,023,686

Electronic Equipment, Instruments and Components — 0.1%
 
 
MTS Systems Corp., 5.75%, 8/15/27(1)
325,000

304,214

TTM Technologies, Inc., 5.625%, 10/1/25(1)
475,000

403,154

 
 
707,368

Energy Equipment and Services — 1.5%
 
 
Apergy Corp., 6.375%, 5/1/26
275,000

214,099

Archrock Partners LP / Archrock Partners Finance Corp., 6.875%, 4/1/27(1)
400,000

286,827

Archrock Partners LP / Archrock Partners Finance Corp., 6.25%, 4/1/28(1)
700,000

488,250

Basic Energy Services, Inc., 10.75%, 10/15/23(1)
175,000

87,500

Calfrac Holdings LP, 8.50%, 6/15/26(1)
275,000

23,375

Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc., 3.45%, 11/1/23(3)
250,000

75,936

Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc., 7.875%, 8/15/25(3)
850,000

224,719

Diamond Offshore Drilling, Inc., 5.70%, 10/15/39(3)
275,000

45,459

Ensign Drilling, Inc., 9.25%, 4/15/24(1)
975,000

365,596

Exterran Energy Solutions LP / EES Finance Corp., 8.125%, 5/1/25
425,000

282,625

FTS International, Inc., 6.25%, 5/1/22
1,185,000

421,784

KCA Deutag UK Finance plc, 9.625%, 4/1/23(1)
400,000

145,374

Nabors Industries Ltd., 7.25%, 1/15/26(1)
400,000

139,000

Nabors Industries Ltd., 7.50%, 1/15/28(1)
300,000

98,250

Nabors Industries, Inc., 5.75%, 2/1/25
1,700,000

388,867

Nine Energy Service, Inc., 8.75%, 11/1/23(1)
300,000

77,955

Noble Holding International Ltd., 7.75%, 1/15/24
323,000

31,895

Noble Holding International Ltd., 7.875%, 2/1/26(1)
1,075,000

267,183

Noble Holding International Ltd., 6.20%, 8/1/40
175,000

11,428

Noble Holding International Ltd., 8.95%, 4/1/45
200,000

12,061

Precision Drilling Corp., 5.25%, 11/15/24
500,000

179,373


13


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Precision Drilling Corp., 7.125%, 1/15/26(1)
$
550,000

$
186,198

SESI LLC, 7.125%, 12/15/21(1)
875,000

378,438

SESI LLC, 7.75%, 9/15/24
300,000

80,624

Shelf Drilling Holdings Ltd., 8.25%, 2/15/25(1)
1,075,000

540,725

Transocean Guardian Ltd., 5.875%, 1/15/24(1)
688,875

556,246

Transocean Pontus Ltd., 6.125%, 8/1/25(1)
438,375

358,358

Transocean Poseidon Ltd., 6.875%, 2/1/27(1)
150,000

122,545

Transocean Sentry Ltd., 5.375%, 5/15/23(1)
375,000

317,801

Transocean, Inc., 7.25%, 11/1/25(1)
300,000

153,081

Transocean, Inc., 8.00%, 2/1/27(1)
1,175,000

562,531

Transocean, Inc., 7.50%, 4/15/31
1,000,000

262,425

Transocean, Inc., 6.80%, 3/15/38
200,000

47,560

Transocean, Inc., 9.35%, 12/15/41
175,000

43,751

USA Compression Partners LP / USA Compression Finance Corp., 6.875%, 4/1/26
625,000

394,139

USA Compression Partners LP / USA Compression Finance Corp., 6.875%, 9/1/27
575,000

359,691

 
 
8,231,669

Entertainment — 1.2%
 
 
Allen Media LLC / Allen Media Co-Issuer, Inc., 10.50%, 2/15/28(1)
400,000

329,710

AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc., 5.875%, 11/15/26
1,025,000

432,517

AMC Entertainment Holdings, Inc., 6.125%, 5/15/27
175,000

73,951

Banijay Entertainment SASU, 5.375%, 3/1/25(1)
200,000

184,500

Cinemark USA, Inc., 5.125%, 12/15/22
610,000

487,046

Cinemark USA, Inc., 4.875%, 6/1/23
300,000

226,491

Lions Gate Capital Holdings LLC, 6.375%, 2/1/24(1)
900,000

798,723

Lions Gate Capital Holdings LLC, 5.875%, 11/1/24(1)
250,000

215,139

Live Nation Entertainment, Inc., 5.625%, 3/15/26(1)
650,000

584,052

Netflix, Inc., 5.375%, 2/1/21
450,000

456,412

Netflix, Inc., 6.375%, 5/15/29
1,950,000

2,136,322

Netflix, Inc., 5.375%, 11/15/29(1)
525,000

551,539

 
 
6,476,402

Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 1.7%
 
 
ESH Hospitality, Inc., 5.25%, 5/1/25(1)
200,000

169,251

ESH Hospitality, Inc., 4.625%, 10/1/27(1)
550,000

432,052

FelCor Lodging LP, 6.00%, 6/1/25
1,280,000

1,233,594

GEO Group, Inc. (The), 5.875%, 10/15/24
50,000

35,437

GEO Group, Inc. (The), 6.00%, 4/15/26
50,000

32,848

GLP Capital LP / GLP Financing II, Inc., 5.375%, 11/1/23
500,000

460,070

GLP Capital LP / GLP Financing II, Inc., 5.25%, 6/1/25
150,000

139,871

GLP Capital LP / GLP Financing II, Inc., 5.375%, 4/15/26
310,000

276,505

HAT Holdings I LLC / HAT Holdings II LLC, 5.25%, 7/15/24(1)
525,000

507,284

Iron Mountain, Inc., 5.75%, 8/15/24
620,000

621,531

Iron Mountain, Inc., 4.875%, 9/15/29(1)
775,000

733,419

MGM Growth Properties Operating Partnership LP / MGP Finance Co-Issuer, Inc., 5.75%, 2/1/27
200,000

174,750

MPT Operating Partnership LP / MPT Finance Corp., 5.50%, 5/1/24
400,000

390,500


14


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
SBA Communications Corp., 4.00%, 10/1/22
$
125,000

$
125,897

SBA Communications Corp., 3.875%, 2/15/27(1)
925,000

934,250

Uniti Group LP / Uniti Fiber Holdings, Inc. / CSL Capital LLC, 7.125%, 12/15/24(1)
1,615,000

1,211,783

Uniti Group LP / Uniti Fiber Holdings, Inc. / CSL Capital LLC, 7.875%, 2/15/25(1)
950,000

890,625

VICI Properties LP / VICI Note Co., Inc., 4.25%, 12/1/26(1)
200,000

184,601

VICI Properties LP / VICI Note Co., Inc., 3.75%, 2/15/27(1)
250,000

237,031

VICI Properties LP / VICI Note Co., Inc., 4.125%, 8/15/30(1)
250,000

238,281

 
 
9,029,580

Food and Staples Retailing — 0.8%
 
 
Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 3.50%, 2/15/23(1)
450,000

446,400

Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 6.625%, 6/15/24
1,050,000

1,073,594

Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 5.75%, 3/15/25
200,000

201,501

Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 4.625%, 1/15/27(1)
775,000

775,426

Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 4.875%, 2/15/30(1)
575,000

573,563

Ingles Markets, Inc., 5.75%, 6/15/23
156,000

156,385

Rite Aid Corp., 6.125%, 4/1/23(1)
290,000

251,575

Rite Aid Corp., 7.50%, 7/1/25(1)
110,000

105,325

Sysco Corp., 5.65%, 4/1/25(5)
75,000

78,176

Sysco Corp., 6.60%, 4/1/40(5)
50,000

53,791

Sysco Corp., 6.60%, 4/1/50(5)
275,000

299,829

 
 
4,015,565

Food Products — 3.6%
 
 
Chobani LLC / Chobani Finance Corp., Inc., 7.50%, 4/15/25(1)
550,000

504,608

Cooke Omega Investments, Inc. / Alpha VesselCo Holdings, Inc., 8.50%, 12/15/22(1)
950,000

943,764

Darling Ingredients, Inc., 5.25%, 4/15/27(1)
300,000

293,000

HLF Financing Sarl LLC / Herbalife International, Inc., 7.25%, 8/15/26(1)
100,000

85,375

JBS Investments II GmbH, 7.00%, 1/15/26(1)
400,000

400,816

JBS Investments II GmbH, 5.75%, 1/15/28(1)
400,000

390,420

JBS USA LUX SA / JBS USA Finance, Inc., 5.75%, 6/15/25(1)
1,365,000

1,390,587

JBS USA LUX SA / JBS USA Food Co. / JBS USA Finance, Inc., 6.50%, 4/15/29(1)
25,000

26,956

JBS USA LUX SA / JBS USA Food Co. / JBS USA Finance, Inc., 5.50%, 1/15/30(1)
775,000

804,489

KeHE Distributors LLC / KeHE Finance Corp., 8.625%, 10/15/26(1)
200,000

202,125

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 4.625%, 1/30/29
125,000

126,274

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 3.75%, 4/1/30(1)
200,000

191,221

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 5.00%, 7/15/35
975,000

975,880

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 6.875%, 1/26/39
325,000

374,031

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 6.50%, 2/9/40
1,175,000

1,290,245

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 5.00%, 6/4/42
500,000

476,104

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 5.20%, 7/15/45
1,175,000

1,136,367

Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 4.375%, 6/1/46
3,050,000

2,765,203


15


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 4.875%, 10/1/49(1)
$
1,600,000

$
1,463,113

Pilgrim's Pride Corp., 5.75%, 3/15/25(1)
1,030,000

1,041,593

Pilgrim's Pride Corp., 5.875%, 9/30/27(1)
525,000

526,024

Post Holdings, Inc., 5.75%, 3/1/27(1)
2,925,000

3,017,657

Post Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 4/15/30(1)
400,000

386,000

US Foods, Inc., 5.875%, 6/15/24(1)
350,000

318,061

 
 
19,129,913

Gas Utilities — 0.2%
 
 
AmeriGas Partners LP / AmeriGas Finance Corp., 5.75%, 5/20/27
1,045,000

979,262

Health Care Equipment and Supplies — 0.1%
 
 
Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc., 4.375%, 9/15/27(1)
250,000

248,386

Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics, Inc. / Ortho-Clinical Diagnostics SA, 6.625%, 5/15/22(1)
185,000

176,209

 
 
424,595

Health Care Providers and Services — 4.0%
 
 
ASP AMC Merger Sub, Inc., 8.00%, 5/15/25(1)
1,200,000

700,494

Catalent Pharma Solutions, Inc., 5.00%, 7/15/27(1)
225,000

219,499

Centene Corp., 4.75%, 5/15/22
1,325,000

1,338,700

Centene Corp., 4.75%, 1/15/25(1)
1,300,000

1,324,381

Centene Corp., 4.25%, 12/15/27(1)
1,325,000

1,334,871

Centene Corp., 4.625%, 12/15/29(1)
100,000

101,055

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 6.875%, 2/1/22
422,000

319,665

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 8.625%, 1/15/24(1)
575,000

571,929

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 8.125%, 6/30/24(1)
422,000

295,548

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 8.00%, 3/15/26(1)
875,000

836,169

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 8.00%, 12/15/27(1)
172,000

159,530

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., 6.875%, 4/1/28(1)
545,000

220,725

CHS / Community Health Systems, Inc., VRN, 9.875%, 6/30/23(1)
1,110,000

875,507

CHS/Community Health Systems, Inc., 6.625%, 2/15/25(1)
1,000,000

932,500

Encompass Health Corp., 5.75%, 11/1/24
315,000

318,451

Encompass Health Corp., 4.75%, 2/1/30
200,000

198,110

Envision Healthcare Corp., 8.75%, 10/15/26(1)
1,225,000

307,527

HCA, Inc., 5.875%, 5/1/23
325,000

341,291

HCA, Inc., 7.69%, 6/15/25
1,730,000

1,831,629

HCA, Inc., 5.875%, 2/15/26
625,000

654,344

HCA, Inc., 5.375%, 9/1/26
775,000

804,121

HCA, Inc., 5.625%, 9/1/28
1,795,000

1,888,789

HCA, Inc., 3.50%, 9/1/30
50,000

45,569

IQVIA, Inc., 5.00%, 5/15/27(1)
425,000

437,524

LifePoint Health, Inc., 4.375%, 2/15/27(1)
225,000

213,637

MEDNAX, Inc., 6.25%, 1/15/27(1)
375,000

303,778

Polaris Intermediate Corp., 8.50% Cash or 9.25% PIK, 12/1/22(1)(2)
875,000

684,670

Radiology Partners, Inc., 9.25%, 2/1/28(1)
125,000

109,156

Select Medical Corp., 6.25%, 8/15/26(1)
550,000

553,028

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 8.125%, 4/1/22
75,000

71,276

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 6.75%, 6/15/23
580,000

538,678

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 4.625%, 7/15/24
706,000

675,995


16


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Tenet Healthcare Corp., 4.625%, 9/1/24(1)
$
425,000

$
409,190

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 4.875%, 1/1/26(1)
825,000

788,906

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 6.25%, 2/1/27(1)
150,000

146,812

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 5.125%, 11/1/27(1)
125,000

119,844

West Street Merger Sub, Inc., 6.375%, 9/1/25(1)
600,000

527,502

 
 
21,200,400

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 6.7%
 
 
1011778 BC ULC / New Red Finance, Inc., 4.25%, 5/15/24(1)
325,000

326,217

1011778 BC ULC / New Red Finance, Inc., 5.00%, 10/15/25(1)
2,850,000

2,739,548

1011778 BC ULC / New Red Finance, Inc., 4.375%, 1/15/28(1)
400,000

371,780

Aramark Services, Inc., 5.00%, 4/1/25(1)
250,000

238,518

Arrow Bidco LLC, 9.50%, 3/15/24(1)
200,000

91,749

Boyd Gaming Corp., 6.375%, 4/1/26
350,000

304,693

Boyd Gaming Corp., 6.00%, 8/15/26
1,450,000

1,259,387

Boyne USA, Inc., 7.25%, 5/1/25(1)
771,000

743,047

Caesars Resort Collection LLC / CRC Finco, Inc., 5.25%, 10/15/25(1)
1,125,000

820,912

Carlson Travel, Inc., 9.50%, 12/15/24(1)
800,000

534,996

Churchill Downs, Inc., 5.50%, 4/1/27(1)
475,000

450,324

Churchill Downs, Inc., 4.75%, 1/15/28(1)
500,000

437,775

Downstream Development Authority of the Quapaw Tribe of Oklahoma, 10.50%, 2/15/23(1)
575,000

465,028

Eldorado Resorts, Inc., 7.00%, 8/1/23
2,315,000

2,097,980

Eldorado Resorts, Inc., 6.00%, 4/1/25
625,000

566,409

Enterprise Development Authority (The), 12.00%, 7/15/24(1)
1,025,000

900,714

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Ltd., 8.25%, 3/1/24(1)
1,150,000

1,010,557

Golden Entertainment, Inc., 7.625%, 4/15/26(1)
850,000

567,050

Golden Nugget, Inc., 6.75%, 10/15/24(1)
2,450,000

1,561,532

Golden Nugget, Inc., 8.75%, 10/1/25(1)
1,500,000

785,580

Hilton Domestic Operating Co., Inc., 5.125%, 5/1/26
1,425,000

1,376,611

Inn of the Mountain Gods Resort & Casino, 9.25% Cash or 9.25% PIK, 11/30/20(2)
319,365

317,768

IRB Holding Corp., 6.75%, 2/15/26(1)
425,000

338,494

Jacobs Entertainment, Inc., 7.875%, 2/1/24(1)
550,000

468,185

KFC Holding Co. / Pizza Hut Holdings LLC / Taco Bell of America LLC, 4.75%, 6/1/27(1)
850,000

804,922

LTF Merger Sub, Inc., 8.50%, 6/15/23(1)
2,775,000

2,299,767

Marriott Ownership Resorts, Inc., 4.75%, 1/15/28(1)
200,000

151,709

Marriott Ownership Resorts, Inc. / ILG LLC, 6.50%, 9/15/26
100,000

87,562

Melco Resorts Finance Ltd., 5.25%, 4/26/26(1)
800,000

726,062

Melco Resorts Finance Ltd., 5.625%, 7/17/27(1)
400,000

351,680

Melco Resorts Finance Ltd., 5.375%, 12/4/29(1)
600,000

522,016

Merlin Entertainments Ltd., 5.75%, 6/15/26(1)
800,000

682,834

MGM China Holdings Ltd., 5.375%, 5/15/24(1)
400,000

379,622

MGM China Holdings Ltd., 5.875%, 5/15/26(1)
200,000

177,124

MGM Resorts International, 7.75%, 3/15/22
980,000

975,943

MGM Resorts International, 6.00%, 3/15/23
2,100,000

2,039,635

Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment, 7.875%, 10/15/24(1)
2,125,000

1,591,083


17


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Motion Bondco DAC, 6.625%, 11/15/27(1)
$
200,000

$
145,000

Nathan's Famous, Inc., 6.625%, 11/1/25(1)
825,000

771,375

NCL Corp. Ltd., 3.625%, 12/15/24(1)
75,000

48,398

Scientific Games International, Inc., 8.25%, 3/15/26(1)
350,000

226,006

Scientific Games International, Inc., 7.00%, 5/15/28(1)
1,150,000

713,633

Scientific Games International, Inc., 7.25%, 11/15/29(1)
475,000

296,614

Speedway Motorsports LLC / Speedway Funding II, Inc., 4.875%, 11/1/27(1)
250,000

226,875

Twin River Worldwide Holdings, Inc., 6.75%, 6/1/27(1)
225,000

170,672

Viking Cruises Ltd., 6.25%, 5/15/25(1)
600,000

389,247

Viking Cruises Ltd., 5.875%, 9/15/27(1)
100,000

59,066

Wyndham Destinations, Inc., 4.625%, 3/1/30(1)
250,000

193,906

Wynn Las Vegas LLC / Wynn Las Vegas Capital Corp., 5.50%, 3/1/25(1)
250,000

234,368

Wynn Las Vegas LLC / Wynn Las Vegas Capital Corp., 5.25%, 5/15/27(1)
725,000

658,844

Wynn Macau Ltd., 4.875%, 10/1/24(1)
800,000

754,996

Wynn Macau Ltd., 5.50%, 10/1/27(1)
400,000

357,593

Wynn Resorts Finance LLC / Wynn Resorts Capital Corp., 5.125%, 10/1/29(1)
175,000

160,234

Yum! Brands, Inc., 3.875%, 11/1/23
625,000

586,716

Yum! Brands, Inc., 7.75%, 4/1/25(1)(5)
150,000

157,875

 
 
35,716,231

Household Durables — 3.0%
 
 
Adams Homes, Inc., 7.50%, 2/15/25(1)
525,000

505,313

Ashton Woods USA LLC / Ashton Woods Finance Co., 6.75%, 8/1/25(1)
475,000

384,154

Ashton Woods USA LLC / Ashton Woods Finance Co., 6.625%, 1/15/28(1)
350,000

279,125

Beazer Homes USA, Inc., 6.75%, 3/15/25
300,000

244,124

Beazer Homes USA, Inc., 7.25%, 10/15/29
350,000

268,651

Brookfield Residential Properties, Inc. / Brookfield Residential US Corp., 6.375%, 5/15/25(1)
1,000,000

908,745

Brookfield Residential Properties, Inc. / Brookfield Residential US Corp., 4.875%, 2/15/30(1)
500,000

381,725

Century Communities, Inc., 6.75%, 6/1/27
450,000

367,352

Installed Building Products, Inc., 5.75%, 2/1/28(1)
475,000

456,495

KB Home, 7.00%, 12/15/21
565,000

564,265

KB Home, 7.625%, 5/15/23
150,000

152,062

KB Home, 6.875%, 6/15/27
425,000

428,631

Lennar Corp., 5.00%, 6/15/27
625,000

577,214

Mattamy Group Corp., 4.625%, 3/1/30(1)
575,000

497,734

Meritage Homes Corp., 7.00%, 4/1/22
540,000

544,555

Meritage Homes Corp., 6.00%, 6/1/25
750,000

698,434

Newell Brands, Inc., 4.20%, 4/1/26
1,250,000

1,225,436

Newell Brands, Inc., 5.625%, 4/1/36
1,350,000

1,344,463

Newell Brands, Inc., 5.75%, 4/1/46
325,000

330,897

Shea Homes LP / Shea Homes Funding Corp., 4.75%, 2/15/28(1)
375,000

322,266

Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc., 6.00%, 9/1/23(1)
525,000

509,906

Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc., 5.875%, 1/31/25(1)
1,480,000

1,393,050


18


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc., 6.625%, 7/15/27(1)
$
325,000

$
296,156

Taylor Morrison Communities, Inc., 5.75%, 1/15/28(1)
450,000

405,656

Toll Brothers Finance Corp., 5.875%, 2/15/22
225,000

226,125

TopBuild Corp., 5.625%, 5/1/26(1)
675,000

626,766

TRI Pointe Group, Inc. / TRI Pointe Homes, Inc., 5.875%, 6/15/24
815,000

764,246

Williams Scotsman International, Inc., 7.875%, 12/15/22(1)
630,000

619,880

Williams Scotsman International, Inc., 6.875%, 8/15/23(1)
850,000

780,933

 
 
16,104,359

Household Products — 0.4%
 
 
Central Garden & Pet Co., 5.125%, 2/1/28
200,000

186,709

Energizer Holdings, Inc., 6.375%, 7/15/26(1)
475,000

482,386

Kronos Acquisition Holdings, Inc., 9.00%, 8/15/23(1)
375,000

310,779

Prestige Brands, Inc., 6.375%, 3/1/24(1)
200,000

206,251

Prestige Brands, Inc., 5.125%, 1/15/28(1)
375,000

374,175

Spectrum Brands, Inc., 5.75%, 7/15/25
845,000

796,387

 
 
2,356,687

Independent Power and Renewable Electricity Producers — 1.4%
 
Calpine Corp., 5.50%, 2/1/24
360,000

344,689

Calpine Corp., 5.25%, 6/1/26(1)
800,000

765,574

Calpine Corp., 4.50%, 2/15/28(1)
900,000

875,700

Calpine Corp., 5.125%, 3/15/28(1)
1,600,000

1,484,000

Clearway Energy Operating LLC, 5.75%, 10/15/25
775,000

772,098

Clearway Energy Operating LLC, 5.00%, 9/15/26
175,000

170,807

Clearway Energy Operating LLC, 4.75%, 3/15/28(1)
800,000

745,000

TerraForm Power Operating LLC, 4.25%, 1/31/23(1)
700,000

699,979

TerraForm Power Operating LLC, 5.00%, 1/31/28(1)
825,000

869,014

TerraForm Power Operating LLC, 4.75%, 1/15/30(1)
425,000

414,609

Vistra Energy Corp., 5.875%, 6/1/23
175,000

175,870

 
 
7,317,340

Industrial Conglomerates — 0.1%
 
 
Amsted Industries, Inc., 5.625%, 7/1/27(1)
250,000

245,364

Stena International SA, 6.125%, 2/1/25(1)
200,000

169,500

 
 
414,864

Insurance — 1.4%
 
 
Acrisure LLC / Acrisure Finance, Inc., 8.125%, 2/15/24(1)
700,000

685,773

Acrisure LLC / Acrisure Finance, Inc., 7.00%, 11/15/25(1)
1,600,000

1,387,952

Acrisure LLC / Acrisure Finance, Inc., 10.125%, 8/1/26(1)
325,000

304,563

Ardonagh Midco 3 plc, 8.625%, 7/15/23(1)
1,400,000

1,254,757

AssuredPartners, Inc., 7.00%, 8/15/25(1)
700,000

635,229

Fidelity & Guaranty Life Holdings, Inc., 5.50%, 5/1/25(1)
925,000

920,625

Genworth Holdings, Inc., 7.625%, 9/24/21
820,000

784,707

Genworth Holdings, Inc., 4.90%, 8/15/23
450,000

390,375

Genworth Holdings, Inc., VRN, 3.69%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.00%), 11/15/66
450,000

184,637

GTCR AP Finance, Inc., 8.00%, 5/15/27(1)
225,000

208,922

HUB International Ltd., 7.00%, 5/1/26(1)
925,000

922,757

 
 
7,680,297


19


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Interactive Media and Services — 0.3%
 
 
Match Group, Inc., 6.375%, 6/1/24
$
700,000

$
711,379

Match Group, Inc., 5.00%, 12/15/27(1)
400,000

385,417

Match Group, Inc., 5.625%, 2/15/29(1)
300,000

289,063

Twitter, Inc., 3.875%, 12/15/27(1)
225,000

218,109

 
 
1,603,968

Internet and Direct Marketing Retail — 0.2%
 
 
Go Daddy Operating Co. LLC / GD Finance Co., Inc., 5.25%, 12/1/27(1)
775,000

786,431

QVC, Inc., 4.75%, 2/15/27
400,000

355,598

 
 
1,142,029

IT Services — 1.0%
 
 
Banff Merger Sub, Inc., 9.75%, 9/1/26(1)
525,000

465,977

CDW LLC / CDW Finance Corp., 5.50%, 12/1/24
230,000

241,165

Exela Intermediate LLC / Exela Finance, Inc., 10.00%, 7/15/23(1)
1,150,000

310,500

Gartner, Inc., 5.125%, 4/1/25(1)
225,000

221,345

Presidio Holdings, Inc., 4.875%, 2/1/27(1)
375,000

339,609

Presidio Holdings, Inc., 8.25%, 2/1/28(1)
925,000

822,094

Science Applications International Corp., 4.875%, 4/1/28(1)
825,000

796,641

Tempo Acquisition LLC / Tempo Acquisition Finance Corp., 6.75%, 6/1/25(1)
850,000

784,150

Vericast Corp., 9.25%, 3/1/21(1)
485,000

497,125

Vericast Corp., 8.375%, 8/15/22(1)
1,450,000

1,130,545

 
 
5,609,151

Leisure Products — 0.1%
 
 
Mattel, Inc., 6.75%, 12/31/25(1)
375,000

384,846

Mattel, Inc., 5.875%, 12/15/27(1)
275,000

282,026

Mattel, Inc., 5.45%, 11/1/41
75,000

60,023

 
 
726,895

Life Sciences Tools and Services — 0.4%
 
 
Avantor, Inc., 6.00%, 10/1/24(1)
425,000

447,931

Avantor, Inc., 9.00%, 10/1/25(1)
1,050,000

1,111,903

Charles River Laboratories International, Inc., 5.50%, 4/1/26(1)
525,000

539,158

 
 
2,098,992

Machinery — 1.1%
 
 
Cleaver-Brooks, Inc., 7.875%, 3/1/23(1)
150,000

125,812

Cloud Crane LLC, 10.125%, 8/1/24(1)
575,000

456,409

Colfax Corp., 6.00%, 2/15/24(1)
325,000

325,408

Colfax Corp., 6.375%, 2/15/26(1)
125,000

123,594

EnPro Industries, Inc., 5.75%, 10/15/26
500,000

490,879

Granite US Holdings Corp., 11.00%, 10/1/27(1)
225,000

194,953

Husky III Holding Ltd., 13.00% Cash or 13.75% PIK, 2/15/25(1)(2)
450,000

333,891

JPW Industries Holding Corp., 9.00%, 10/1/24(1)
400,000

314,998

Manitowoc Co., Inc. (The), 9.00%, 4/1/26(1)
275,000

245,332

Navistar International Corp., 6.625%, 11/1/25(1)
575,000

482,284

RBS Global, Inc. / Rexnord LLC, 4.875%, 12/15/25(1)
175,000

164,932

SPX FLOW, Inc., 5.625%, 8/15/24(1)
150,000

146,812


20


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Stevens Holding Co., Inc., 6.125%, 10/1/26(1)
$
300,000

$
298,937

Tennant Co., 5.625%, 5/1/25
300,000

291,374

Titan Acquisition Ltd. / Titan Co-Borrower LLC, 7.75%, 4/15/26(1)
550,000

463,082

Titan International, Inc., 6.50%, 11/30/23
550,000

252,310

Wabash National Corp., 5.50%, 10/1/25(1)
575,000

462,153

Werner FinCo LP / Werner FinCo, Inc., 8.75%, 7/15/25(1)
1,050,000

933,182

 
 
6,106,342

Media — 9.4%
 
 
Altice Financing SA, 7.50%, 5/15/26(1)
1,445,000

1,413,282

Altice Financing SA, 5.00%, 1/15/28(1)
1,200,000

1,071,000

AMC Networks, Inc., 5.00%, 4/1/24
125,000

120,625

Block Communications, Inc., 4.875%, 3/1/28(1)
250,000

233,906

Cablevision Systems Corp., 5.875%, 9/15/22
300,000

304,602

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.25%, 9/30/22
700,000

691,488

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 4.00%, 3/1/23(1)
725,000

727,697

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.125%, 5/1/23(1)
500,000

508,128

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.875%, 4/1/24(1)
375,000

385,783

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.375%, 5/1/25(1)
950,000

979,882

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.75%, 2/15/26(1)
3,815,000

3,875,849

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.50%, 5/1/26(1)
375,000

382,338

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.875%, 5/1/27(1)
325,000

336,975

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 4.75%, 3/1/30(1)
300,000

300,915

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 4.50%, 8/15/30(1)
2,525,000

2,488,703

CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 4.50%, 5/1/32(1)
2,050,000

2,010,691

Clear Channel Worldwide Holdings, Inc., 9.25%, 2/15/24(1)
525,000

454,784

Clear Channel Worldwide Holdings, Inc., 5.125%, 8/15/27(1)
1,575,000

1,483,571

CSC Holdings LLC, 5.375%, 7/15/23(1)
600,000

609,753

CSC Holdings LLC, 5.50%, 5/15/26(1)
630,000

656,030

CSC Holdings LLC, 6.50%, 2/1/29(1)
2,200,000

2,385,053

CSC Holdings LLC, 5.75%, 1/15/30(1)
1,725,000

1,746,062

Diamond Sports Group LLC / Diamond Sports Finance Co., 5.375%, 8/15/26(1)
1,375,000

1,124,945

Diamond Sports Group LLC / Diamond Sports Finance Co., 6.625%, 8/15/27(1)
725,000

488,868

DISH DBS Corp., 5.125%, 5/1/20
125,000

124,476

DISH DBS Corp., 6.75%, 6/1/21
100,000

101,946

DISH DBS Corp., 5.875%, 7/15/22
100,000

97,916

DISH DBS Corp., 5.00%, 3/15/23
1,170,000

1,131,998

DISH DBS Corp., 5.875%, 11/15/24
350,000

343,030

EW Scripps Co. (The), 5.125%, 5/15/25(1)
350,000

311,061

GCI LLC, 6.625%, 6/15/24(1)
350,000

349,561

Gray Television, Inc., 5.125%, 10/15/24(1)
2,250,000

2,188,136

Gray Television, Inc., 5.875%, 7/15/26(1)
625,000

605,219

Gray Television, Inc., 7.00%, 5/15/27(1)
375,000

375,206


21


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
iHeartCommunications, Inc., 6.375%, 5/1/26
$
525,000

$
499,736

iHeartCommunications, Inc., 8.375%, 5/1/27
200,000

171,390

iHeartCommunications, Inc., 5.25%, 8/15/27(1)
925,000

811,179

iHeartCommunications, Inc., 4.75%, 1/15/28(1)
525,000

475,414

Lamar Media Corp., 5.75%, 2/1/26
100,000

102,875

Lamar Media Corp., 3.75%, 2/15/28(1)
200,000

188,976

Lamar Media Corp., 4.00%, 2/15/30(1)
375,000

351,563

LCPR Senior Secured Financing DAC, 6.75%, 10/15/27(1)
600,000

594,330

Midcontinent Communications / Midcontinent Finance Corp., 5.375%, 8/15/27(1)
350,000

341,865

Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc., 5.625%, 8/1/24(1)
1,440,000

1,364,393

Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc., 5.625%, 7/15/27(1)
1,375,000

1,351,694

Outfront Media Capital LLC / Outfront Media Capital Corp., 5.00%, 8/15/27(1)
875,000

809,856

Outfront Media Capital LLC / Outfront Media Capital Corp., 4.625%, 3/15/30(1)
75,000

67,166

Quebecor Media, Inc., 5.75%, 1/15/23
250,000

255,286

Salem Media Group, Inc., 6.75%, 6/1/24(1)
325,000

271,375

Scripps Escrow, Inc., 5.875%, 7/15/27(1)
325,000

287,804

Sinclair Television Group, Inc., 5.875%, 3/15/26(1)
300,000

268,063

Sinclair Television Group, Inc., 5.50%, 3/1/30(1)
575,000

479,004

Sirius XM Radio, Inc., 3.875%, 8/1/22(1)
925,000

928,449

Sirius XM Radio, Inc., 4.625%, 5/15/23(1)
1,185,000

1,180,550

Sirius XM Radio, Inc., 4.625%, 7/15/24(1)
600,000

612,711

Sirius XM Radio, Inc., 5.50%, 7/1/29(1)
550,000

564,052

TEGNA, Inc., 4.625%, 3/15/28(1)
1,625,000

1,437,109

TEGNA, Inc., 5.00%, 9/15/29(1)
525,000

474,469

Townsquare Media, Inc., 6.50%, 4/1/23(1)
1,075,000

1,041,401

Univision Communications, Inc., 6.75%, 9/15/22(1)
315,000

305,057

Univision Communications, Inc., 5.125%, 2/15/25(1)
600,000

516,000

UPC Holding BV, 5.50%, 1/15/28(1)
600,000

567,330

Videotron Ltd., 5.375%, 6/15/24(1)
225,000

227,738

Virgin Media Finance plc, 5.75%, 1/15/25(1)
1,660,000

1,624,717

Virgin Media Secured Finance plc, 5.50%, 8/15/26(1)
655,000

669,389

Ziggo BV, 5.50%, 1/15/27(1)
607,000

610,369

Ziggo BV, 4.875%, 1/15/30(1)
200,000

196,181

 
 
50,056,970

Metals and Mining — 4.1%
 
 
Alcoa Nederland Holding BV, 6.75%, 9/30/24(1)
1,060,000

1,035,800

Alcoa Nederland Holding BV, 6.125%, 5/15/28(1)
600,000

549,330

Aleris International, Inc., 10.75%, 7/15/23(1)
700,000

686,000

Allegheny Technologies, Inc., 5.875%, 12/1/27
425,000

354,450

Arconic Corp., 6.125%, 2/15/28(1)
250,000

257,500

Baffinland Iron Mines Corp. / Baffinland Iron Mines LP, 8.75%, 7/15/26(1)
625,000

559,031

Big River Steel LLC / BRS Finance Corp., 7.25%, 9/1/25(1)
450,000

412,861

Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., 5.75%, 3/1/25
497,000

387,660

Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., 6.75%, 3/15/26(1)
250,000

222,344


22


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Cleveland-Cliffs, Inc., 5.875%, 6/1/27(1)
$
975,000

$
589,339

Coeur Mining, Inc., 5.875%, 6/1/24
450,000

408,935

Compass Minerals International, Inc., 6.75%, 12/1/27(1)
525,000

476,857

Constellium SE, 6.625%, 3/1/25(1)
2,165,000

1,964,673

First Quantum Minerals Ltd., 7.25%, 4/1/23(1)
695,000

599,441

First Quantum Minerals Ltd., 6.50%, 3/1/24(1)
3,200,000

2,676,016

First Quantum Minerals Ltd., 7.50%, 4/1/25(1)
600,000

503,067

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 3.55%, 3/1/22
122,000

117,689

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 3.875%, 3/15/23
500,000

479,377

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 5.00%, 9/1/27
625,000

583,750

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 4.125%, 3/1/28
775,000

681,333

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 4.25%, 3/1/30
1,075,000

937,991

Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 5.45%, 3/15/43
1,775,000

1,602,470

Grinding Media, Inc. / Moly-Cop AltaSteel Ltd., 7.375%, 12/15/23(1)
125,000

117,534

Hudbay Minerals, Inc., 7.625%, 1/15/25(1)
350,000

306,689

IAMGOLD Corp., 7.00%, 4/15/25(1)
175,000

164,280

Kaiser Aluminum Corp., 4.625%, 3/1/28(1)
425,000

379,546

Kinross Gold Corp., 5.125%, 9/1/21
360,000

363,330

Kinross Gold Corp., 4.50%, 7/15/27
525,000

498,620

Mineral Resources Ltd., 8.125%, 5/1/27(1)
850,000

802,262

Mountain Province Diamonds, Inc., 8.00%, 12/15/22(1)
350,000

255,938

Northwest Acquisitions ULC / Dominion Finco, Inc., 7.125%, 11/1/22(1)
300,000

148,602

Novelis Corp., 5.875%, 9/30/26(1)
775,000

765,958

Novelis Corp., 4.75%, 1/30/30(1)
1,275,000

1,141,922

Park-Ohio Industries, Inc., 6.625%, 4/15/27
275,000

219,713

Petra Diamonds US Treasury plc, 7.25%, 5/1/22(1)
200,000

47,000

Taseko Mines Ltd., 8.75%, 6/15/22(1)
1,025,000

469,897

United States Steel Corp., 6.25%, 3/15/26
150,000

98,333

Warrior Met Coal, Inc., 8.00%, 11/1/24(1)
100,000

83,188

 
 
21,948,726

Mortgage Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 0.3%
 
 
Ladder Capital Finance Holdings LLLP / Ladder Capital Finance Corp., 5.25%, 3/15/22(1)
1,376,000

1,241,811

Ladder Capital Finance Holdings LLLP / Ladder Capital Finance Corp., 4.25%, 2/1/27(1)
375,000

299,063

 
 
1,540,874

Multiline Retail  
 
 
JC Penney Corp., Inc., 8.625%, 3/15/25(1)
600,000

108,000

JC Penney Corp., Inc., 6.375%, 10/15/36
625,000

56,250

Neiman Marcus Group Ltd. LLC / Neiman Marcus Group LLC / Mariposa Borrower / NMG, 8.75%, 10/25/24(1)(3)
455,189

45,519

 
 
209,769

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 5.0%
 
 
Antero Midstream Partners LP / Antero Midstream Finance Corp., 5.375%, 9/15/24
725,000

509,095

Antero Midstream Partners LP / Antero Midstream Finance Corp., 5.75%, 3/1/27(1)
550,000

356,166

Antero Resources Corp., 5.375%, 11/1/21
375,000

274,860


23


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Antero Resources Corp., 5.125%, 12/1/22
$
350,000

$
183,869

Antero Resources Corp., 5.625%, 6/1/23
100,000

40,750

Antero Resources Corp., 5.00%, 3/1/25
75,000

28,313

Ascent Resources Utica Holdings LLC / ARU Finance Corp., 10.00%, 4/1/22(1)
650,000

352,612

Ascent Resources Utica Holdings LLC / ARU Finance Corp., 7.00%, 11/1/26(1)
75,000

22,203

Bruin E&P Partners LLC, 8.875%, 8/1/23(1)
1,425,000

121,125

Callon Petroleum Co., 6.25%, 4/15/23
265,000

64,917

Callon Petroleum Co., 6.125%, 10/1/24
575,000

106,375

Callon Petroleum Co., 6.375%, 7/1/26
575,000

96,912

Centennial Resource Production LLC, 5.375%, 1/15/26(1)
750,000

186,407

Chaparral Energy, Inc., 8.75%, 7/15/23(1)
1,000,000

70,500

Chesapeake Energy Corp., 6.625%, 8/15/20
11,000

3,300

Chesapeake Energy Corp., 6.875%, 11/15/20
1,200,000

336,000

Chesapeake Energy Corp., 5.75%, 3/15/23
250,000

26,875

Chesapeake Energy Corp., 8.00%, 1/15/25
725,000

50,750

Citgo Holding, Inc., 9.25%, 8/1/24(1)
1,625,000

1,336,562

CNX Resources Corp., 5.875%, 4/15/22
350,000

322,875

CNX Resources Corp., 7.25%, 3/14/27(1)
675,000

481,602

Comstock Resources, Inc., 7.50%, 5/15/25(1)
250,000

178,750

Crestwood Midstream Partners LP / Crestwood Midstream Finance Corp., 6.25%, 4/1/23
1,045,000

591,945

Crestwood Midstream Partners LP / Crestwood Midstream Finance Corp., 5.75%, 4/1/25
590,000

342,218

Crestwood Midstream Partners LP / Crestwood Midstream Finance Corp., 5.625%, 5/1/27(1)
475,000

264,710

CrownRock LP / CrownRock Finance, Inc., 5.625%, 10/15/25(1)
900,000

474,723

DCP Midstream Operating LP, 5.125%, 5/15/29
575,000

365,413

Delek Logistics Partners LP / Delek Logistics Finance Corp., 6.75%, 5/15/25
300,000

294,377

Denbury Resources, Inc., 9.00%, 5/15/21(1)
1,695,000

507,229

Endeavor Energy Resources LP / EER Finance, Inc., 5.50%, 1/30/26(1)
125,000

87,147

Endeavor Energy Resources LP / EER Finance, Inc., 5.75%, 1/30/28(1)
625,000

428,469

EnLink Midstream LLC, 5.375%, 6/1/29
950,000

500,619

EnLink Midstream Partners LP, 4.40%, 4/1/24
175,000

89,630

EnLink Midstream Partners LP, 4.85%, 7/15/26
1,300,000

648,268

EnLink Midstream Partners LP, 5.60%, 4/1/44
200,000

69,561

EnLink Midstream Partners LP, 5.05%, 4/1/45
225,000

84,376

EnLink Midstream Partners LP, 5.45%, 6/1/47
375,000

126,600

EP Energy LLC / Everest Acquisition Finance, Inc., 9.375%, 5/1/20(3)(4)
1,725,000

6,641

EP Energy LLC / Everest Acquisition Finance, Inc., 9.375%, 5/1/24(1)(3)(4)
1,075,000

9,675

EQT Corp., 7.00%, 2/1/30
75,000

56,439

Extraction Oil & Gas, Inc., 7.375%, 5/15/24(1)
175,000

32,593

Genesis Energy LP / Genesis Energy Finance Corp., 7.75%, 2/1/28
575,000

402,471

Gulfport Energy Corp., 6.00%, 10/15/24
395,000

99,738


24


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Gulfport Energy Corp., 6.375%, 5/15/25
$
465,000

$
116,829

Gulfport Energy Corp., 6.375%, 1/15/26
350,000

71,385

Hess Midstream Operations LP, 5.625%, 2/15/26(1)
1,577,000

1,124,452

Hess Midstream Operations LP, 5.125%, 6/15/28(1)
1,050,000

741,877

Hilcorp Energy I LP / Hilcorp Finance Co., 6.25%, 11/1/28(1)
1,150,000

515,824

Holly Energy Partners LP / Holly Energy Finance Corp., 5.00%, 2/1/28(1)
475,000

400,484

Indigo Natural Resources LLC, 6.875%, 2/15/26(1)
800,000

534,060

Jagged Peak Energy LLC, 5.875%, 5/1/26
450,000

339,713

Laredo Petroleum, Inc., 9.50%, 1/15/25
575,000

232,156

Magnolia Oil & Gas Operating LLC / Magnolia Oil & Gas Finance Corp., 6.00%, 8/1/26(1)
350,000

218,750

Matador Resources Co., 5.875%, 9/15/26
450,000

129,251

MEG Energy Corp., 7.00%, 3/31/24(1)
375,000

175,314

MEG Energy Corp., 7.125%, 2/1/27(1)
650,000

328,250

Moss Creek Resources Holdings, Inc., 7.50%, 1/15/26(1)
775,000

231,370

Moss Creek Resources Holdings, Inc., 10.50%, 5/15/27(1)
150,000

50,031

Murphy Oil Corp., 6.875%, 8/15/24
375,000

224,533

Murphy Oil Corp., 5.75%, 8/15/25
485,000

262,557

Murphy Oil Corp., 5.875%, 12/1/27
125,000

65,819

Murray Energy Corp., 9.00% Cash plus 3.00% PIK, 4/15/24(1)(3)(4)
3,592,071

4,526

NuStar Logistics LP, 6.00%, 6/1/26
250,000

186,406

Oasis Petroleum, Inc., 6.875%, 3/15/22
275,000

56,375

Oasis Petroleum, Inc., 6.25%, 5/1/26(1)
175,000

29,326

Occidental Petroleum Corp., 7.50%, 5/1/31
350,000

181,444

Parkland Fuel Corp., 6.00%, 4/1/26(1)
275,000

257,276

Parkland Fuel Corp., 5.875%, 7/15/27(1)
550,000

518,622

Parsley Energy LLC / Parsley Finance Corp., 4.125%, 2/15/28(1)
225,000

154,688

PBF Holding Co. LLC / PBF Finance Corp., 6.00%, 2/15/28(1)
250,000

170,000

PBF Logistics LP / PBF Logistics Finance Corp., 6.875%, 5/15/23
550,000

342,947

PDC Energy, Inc., 6.125%, 9/15/24
225,000

122,061

PDC Energy, Inc., 5.75%, 5/15/26
50,000

28,336

Range Resources Corp., 5.00%, 8/15/22
1,010,000

764,772

Sanchez Energy Corp., 7.75%, 6/15/21(3)(4)
2,855,000

20,128

Sanchez Energy Corp., 6.125%, 1/15/23(3)(4)
1,250,000

18,750

Seven Generations Energy Ltd., 5.375%, 9/30/25(1)
850,000

473,849

SM Energy Co., 5.625%, 6/1/25
725,000

203,910

SM Energy Co., 6.75%, 9/15/26
225,000

69,422

SM Energy Co., 6.625%, 1/15/27
275,000

81,959

Southwestern Energy Co., 7.75%, 10/1/27
200,000

133,015

Summit Midstream Holdings LLC / Summit Midstream Finance Corp., 5.50%, 8/15/22
1,000,000

228,436

Summit Midstream Holdings LLC / Summit Midstream Finance Corp., 5.75%, 4/15/25
425,000

50,467

Sunoco LP / Sunoco Finance Corp., 4.875%, 1/15/23
1,525,000

1,485,983

Sunoco LP / Sunoco Finance Corp., 5.50%, 2/15/26
150,000

131,073

Sunoco LP / Sunoco Finance Corp., 6.00%, 4/15/27
400,000

346,787

Tallgrass Energy Partners LP / Tallgrass Energy Finance Corp., 4.75%, 10/1/23(1)
650,000

406,270


25


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 4.25%, 11/15/23
$
1,240,000

$
1,075,024

Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 6.75%, 3/15/24
225,000

199,681

Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 6.50%, 7/15/27
75,000

64,500

Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 5.00%, 1/15/28
575,000

467,494

Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 6.875%, 1/15/29
325,000

264,063

Targa Resources Partners LP / Targa Resources Partners Finance Corp., 5.50%, 3/1/30(1)
375,000

292,969

TransMontaigne Partners LP / TLP Finance Corp., 6.125%, 2/15/26
450,000

363,844

Tullow Oil plc, 7.00%, 3/1/25(1)
200,000

51,494

Vine Oil & Gas LP / Vine Oil & Gas Finance Corp., 8.75%, 4/15/23(1)
800,000

196,000

Vine Oil & Gas LP / Vine Oil & Gas Finance Corp., 9.75%, 4/15/23(1)
925,000

241,656

Whiting Petroleum Corp., 5.75%, 3/15/21(3)
200,000

14,790

Whiting Petroleum Corp., 6.25%, 4/1/23(3)
400,000

33,000

Whiting Petroleum Corp., 6.625%, 1/15/26(3)
625,000

46,922

WPX Energy, Inc., 5.75%, 6/1/26
75,000

43,273

WPX Energy, Inc., 4.50%, 1/15/30
425,000

232,369

 
 
26,450,222

Paper and Forest Products — 0.3%
 
 
Mercer International, Inc., 6.50%, 2/1/24
550,000

472,310

Mercer International, Inc., 7.375%, 1/15/25
450,000

378,565

Schweitzer-Mauduit International, Inc., 6.875%, 10/1/26(1)
550,000

551,948

 
 
1,402,823

Personal Products  
 
 
Avon International Capital plc, 6.50%, 8/15/22(1)
275,000

245,695

Pharmaceuticals — 2.7%
 
 
Bausch Health Americas, Inc., 8.50%, 1/31/27(1)
750,000

787,912

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.50%, 3/1/23(1)
60,000

59,325

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.875%, 5/15/23(1)
192,000

190,440

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 6.125%, 4/15/25(1)
4,285,000

4,247,528

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 9.00%, 12/15/25(1)
950,000

1,008,615

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.75%, 8/15/27(1)
225,000

232,909

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 7.00%, 1/15/28(1)
775,000

807,976

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.00%, 1/30/28(1)
725,000

691,795

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 7.25%, 5/30/29(1)
450,000

469,507

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.25%, 1/30/30(1)
550,000

518,375

Elanco Animal Health, Inc., 5.65%, 8/28/28
275,000

290,778

Endo Dac / Endo Finance LLC / Endo Finco, Inc., 6.00%, 7/15/23(1)
1,855,000

1,357,582

Endo Dac / Endo Finance LLC / Endo Finco, Inc., 6.00%, 2/1/25(1)
1,365,000

939,707

Mallinckrodt International Finance SA / Mallinckrodt CB LLC, 5.75%, 8/1/22(1)
530,000

268,975

Mallinckrodt International Finance SA / Mallinckrodt CB LLC, 5.625%, 10/15/23(1)
230,000

58,936

Par Pharmaceutical, Inc., 7.50%, 4/1/27(1)
900,000

902,317


26


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Teva Pharmaceutical Finance Netherlands III BV, 7.125%, 1/31/25(1)
$
600,000

$
597,381

Teva Pharmaceutical Finance Netherlands III BV, 6.75%, 3/1/28
200,000

195,110

Teva Pharmaceutical Finance Netherlands III BV, 4.10%, 10/1/46
1,000,000

737,800

Vizient, Inc., 6.25%, 5/15/27(1)
200,000

201,292

 
 
14,564,260

Professional Services — 0.5%
 
 
ASGN, Inc., 4.625%, 5/15/28(1)
725,000

683,711

Dun & Bradstreet Corp. (The), 6.875%, 8/15/26(1)
525,000

548,953

Dun & Bradstreet Corp. (The), 10.25%, 2/15/27(1)
1,600,000

1,704,880

 
 
2,937,544

Real Estate Management and Development — 0.7%
 
 
Five Point Operating Co. LP / Five Point Capital Corp., 7.875%, 11/15/25(1)
375,000

325,301

Forestar Group, Inc., 8.00%, 4/15/24(1)
975,000

993,276

Forestar Group, Inc., 5.00%, 3/1/28(1)
300,000

250,798

Greystar Real Estate Partners LLC, 5.75%, 12/1/25(1)
725,000

661,584

Howard Hughes Corp. (The), 5.375%, 3/15/25(1)
250,000

243,743

Hunt Cos., Inc., 6.25%, 2/15/26(1)
650,000

490,404

Kennedy-Wilson, Inc., 5.875%, 4/1/24
250,000

225,543

Newmark Group, Inc., 6.125%, 11/15/23
500,000

509,453

Realogy Group LLC / Realogy Co-Issuer Corp., 4.875%, 6/1/23(1)
50,000

42,375

Realogy Group LLC / Realogy Co-Issuer Corp., 9.375%, 4/1/27(1)
150,000

127,555

 
 
3,870,032

Road and Rail — 1.4%
 
 
Ahern Rentals, Inc., 7.375%, 5/15/23(1)
1,148,000

664,399

Algeco Global Finance plc, 8.00%, 2/15/23(1)
600,000

463,482

Avis Budget Car Rental LLC / Avis Budget Finance, Inc., 5.75%, 7/15/27(1)
275,000

220,736

DAE Funding LLC, 4.00%, 8/1/20(1)
725,000

716,780

DAE Funding LLC, 5.00%, 8/1/24(1)
800,000

729,976

Hertz Corp. (The), 5.50%, 10/15/24(1)
75,000

42,641

Hertz Corp. (The), 7.125%, 8/1/26(1)
1,325,000

701,157

Hertz Corp. (The), 6.00%, 1/15/28(1)
1,325,000

702,979

Uber Technologies, Inc., 7.50%, 11/1/23(1)
1,550,000

1,517,109

Uber Technologies, Inc., 8.00%, 11/1/26(1)
950,000

943,381

Uber Technologies, Inc., 7.50%, 9/15/27(1)
350,000

348,171

United Rentals North America, Inc., 6.50%, 12/15/26
225,000

229,624

 
 
7,280,435

Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment — 0.7%
 
 
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc., 7.50%, 8/15/22
1,215,000

1,298,150

Amkor Technology, Inc., 6.625%, 9/15/27(1)
300,000

283,665

Entegris, Inc., 4.625%, 2/10/26(1)
650,000

621,107

NXP BV / NXP Funding LLC, 4.125%, 6/1/21(1)
400,000

403,884

NXP BV / NXP Funding LLC, 4.625%, 6/1/23(1)
200,000

206,103

Qorvo, Inc., 5.50%, 7/15/26
200,000

210,174

Qorvo, Inc., 4.375%, 10/15/29(1)
450,000

421,031


27


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Sensata Technologies UK Financing Co. plc, 6.25%, 2/15/26(1)
$
425,000

$
418,859

 
 
3,862,973

Software — 2.0%
 
 
ACI Worldwide, Inc., 5.75%, 8/15/26(1)
200,000

199,709

Ascend Learning LLC, 6.875%, 8/1/25(1)
250,000

244,686

Ascend Learning LLC, 6.875%, 8/1/25(1)
200,000

195,749

Camelot Finance SA, 4.50%, 11/1/26(1)
650,000

634,154

Castle US Holding Corp., 9.50%, 2/15/28(1)
1,225,000

1,170,641

CDK Global, Inc., 5.25%, 5/15/29(1)
375,000

383,906

Infor US, Inc., 6.50%, 5/15/22
1,195,000

1,170,694

j2 Cloud Services LLC / j2 Cloud Co-Obligor, Inc., 6.00%, 7/15/25(1)
1,150,000

1,148,557

Open Text Corp., 3.875%, 2/15/28(1)
450,000

425,109

Open Text Holdings, Inc., 4.125%, 2/15/30(1)
450,000

425,644

PTC, Inc., 3.625%, 2/15/25(1)
375,000

353,437

PTC, Inc., 4.00%, 2/15/28(1)
250,000

241,950

Solera LLC / Solera Finance, Inc., 10.50%, 3/1/24(1)
1,655,000

1,632,252

SS&C Technologies, Inc., 5.50%, 9/30/27(1)
1,550,000

1,607,156

Veritas US, Inc. / Veritas Bermuda Ltd., 10.50%, 2/1/24(1)
1,200,000

1,021,494

 
 
10,855,138

Specialty Retail — 2.1%
 
 
Asbury Automotive Group, Inc., 4.50%, 3/1/28(1)
133,000

114,048

Carvana Co., 8.875%, 10/1/23(1)
400,000

380,988

eG Global Finance plc, 6.75%, 2/7/25(1)
800,000

661,004

eG Global Finance plc, 8.50%, 10/30/25(1)
400,000

358,502

Ferrellgas LP / Ferrellgas Finance Corp., 6.50%, 5/1/21
720,000

634,464

Ferrellgas LP / Ferrellgas Finance Corp., 6.75%, 6/15/23
155,000

135,043

L Brands, Inc., 7.50%, 6/15/29
475,000

377,364

L Brands, Inc., 6.875%, 11/1/35
425,000

316,763

L Brands, Inc., 6.75%, 7/1/36
1,350,000

982,530

Lithia Motors, Inc., 4.625%, 12/15/27(1)
275,000

249,590

Murphy Oil USA, Inc., 4.75%, 9/15/29
250,000

235,762

Penske Automotive Group, Inc., 3.75%, 8/15/20
425,000

416,994

PetSmart, Inc., 7.125%, 3/15/23(1)
1,775,000

1,685,362

PriSo Acquisition Corp., 9.00%, 5/15/23(1)
1,525,000

1,059,875

Sonic Automotive, Inc., 6.125%, 3/15/27
400,000

355,417

Staples, Inc., 7.50%, 4/15/26(1)
1,300,000

1,144,816

Staples, Inc., 10.75%, 4/15/27(1)
1,675,000

1,294,524

Suburban Propane Partners LP / Suburban Energy Finance Corp., 5.75%, 3/1/25
809,000

755,400

Superior Plus LP / Superior General Partner, Inc., 7.00%, 7/15/26(1)
250,000

245,886

 
 
11,404,332

Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 0.8%
 
 
Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 7.125%, 6/15/24(1)
832,000

862,160

Diebold Nixdorf, Inc., 8.50%, 4/15/24
375,000

247,033

Everi Payments, Inc., 7.50%, 12/15/25(1)
697,000

535,816

NCR Corp., 5.00%, 7/15/22
895,000

844,656

NCR Corp., 5.75%, 9/1/27(1)
800,000

733,574


28


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
NCR Corp., 6.125%, 9/1/29(1)
$
1,025,000

$
962,936

 
 
4,186,175

Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods — 0.1%
 
 
Eagle Intermediate Global Holding BV/Ruyi US Finance LLC, 7.50%, 5/1/25(1)
600,000

350,247

Thrifts and Mortgage Finance — 0.6%
 
 
MGIC Investment Corp., 5.75%, 8/15/23
200,000

186,913

Nationstar Mortgage Holdings, Inc., 8.125%, 7/15/23(1)
500,000

492,027

Nationstar Mortgage Holdings, Inc., 9.125%, 7/15/26(1)
550,000

499,812

Nationstar Mortgage Holdings, Inc., 6.00%, 1/15/27(1)
250,000

213,906

Provident Funding Associates LP / PFG Finance Corp., 6.375%, 6/15/25(1)
300,000

253,874

Radian Group, Inc., 4.50%, 10/1/24
525,000

521,716

Radian Group, Inc., 4.875%, 3/15/27
825,000

819,673

 
 
2,987,921

Trading Companies and Distributors — 0.6%
 
 
Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc., 4.875%, 11/1/25(1)
450,000

408,940

Beacon Roofing Supply, Inc., 4.50%, 11/15/26(1)
275,000

254,801

Fly Leasing Ltd., 6.375%, 10/15/21
200,000

192,125

Fly Leasing Ltd., 5.25%, 10/15/24
600,000

509,247

Fortress Transportation & Infrastructure Investors LLC, 6.75%, 3/15/22(1)
150,000

139,636

Fortress Transportation & Infrastructure Investors LLC, 6.50%, 10/1/25(1)
650,000

481,809

H&E Equipment Services, Inc., 5.625%, 9/1/25
1,250,000

1,167,194

 
 
3,153,752

Wireless Telecommunication Services — 2.0%
 
 
Digicel Group One, Ltd., 8.25%, 12/30/22(1)
1,486,000

735,570

Digicel Ltd., 6.00%, 4/15/21(1)
300,000

173,610

Sprint Communications, Inc., 9.25%, 4/15/22
675,000

727,944

Sprint Communications, Inc., 6.00%, 11/15/22
100,000

104,594

Sprint Corp., 7.875%, 9/15/23
3,335,000

3,697,298

Sprint Corp., 7.125%, 6/15/24
150,000

165,748

Sprint Corp., 7.625%, 3/1/26
250,000

284,338

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 6.00%, 3/1/23
1,000,000

1,011,765

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 6.50%, 1/15/24
65,000

66,461

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 6.00%, 4/15/24
550,000

562,358

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 6.375%, 3/1/25
1,150,000

1,183,068

T-Mobile USA, Inc., 4.75%, 2/1/28
900,000

934,245

Vodafone Group plc, VRN, 7.00%, 4/4/79
850,000

910,316

Xplornet Communications, Inc., 9.625% Cash or 10.625% PIK, 6/1/22(1)(6)
78,984

74,121

 
 
10,631,436

TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS
(Cost $577,135,466)
 
485,055,540

BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS(7) — 4.1%
 
 
Chemicals — 0.1%
 
 
ASP Unifrax Holdings Inc, Term Loan B, 4.82%, (6-month LIBOR plus 3.75%), 12/12/25
197,500

158,247


29


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Consolidated Energy Finance, S.A., Term Loan B, 3.20%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.50%), 5/7/25
$
810,563

$
587,658

 
 
745,905

Commercial Services and Supplies — 0.2%
 
 
KAR Auction Services, Inc., 2019 Term Loan B6, 3.19%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.25%), 9/19/26
248,750

231,337

MRO Holdings, Inc., 2019 Term Loan B, 6.45%, (3-month LIBOR plus 5.00%), 6/4/26
111,972

91,165

MRO Holdings, Inc., 2019 Term Loan B, 6.45%, (3-month LIBOR plus 5.00%), 6/4/26
55,006

44,785

MRO Holdings, Inc., 2019 Term Loan B, 6.45%, (3-month LIBOR plus 5.00%), 6/4/26
378,896

308,486

National Intergovernmental Purchasing Alliance Company, 1st Lien Term Loan, 5.20%, (3-month LIBOR plus 3.75%), 5/23/25
393,007

343,881

 
 
1,019,654

Containers and Packaging — 0.2%
 
 
Berry Global, Inc., Term Loan Y, 2.86%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.00%), 7/1/26
1,091,750

1,043,533

Distributors — 0.1%
 
 
HD Supply, Inc., Term Loan B5, 2.74%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 10/17/23
493,920

465,932

Diversified Financial Services — 0.3%
 
 
MPH Acquisition Holdings LLC, 2016 Term Loan B, 4.20%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.75%), 6/7/23
255,223

229,700

Refinitiv US Holdings Inc., 2018 USD Term Loan, 4.24%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.25%), 10/1/25
1,211,536

1,169,635

 
 
1,399,335

Electric Utilities — 0.1%
 
 
Vistra Operations Company LLC, 1st Lien Term Loan B3, 2.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 12/31/25
76,333

72,946

Vistra Operations Company LLC, 1st Lien Term Loan B3, 2.74%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 12/31/25
318,926

304,773

 
 
377,719

Energy Equipment and Services — 0.1%
 
 
Keane Group Holdings, LLC, 2018 1st Lien Term Loan, 4.50%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.50%), 5/25/25
120,625

80,819

Parker Drilling Co, 2nd Lien PIK Term Loan, 11.00% Cash plus 2.00% PIK, 3/26/24
176,978

172,554

 
 
253,373

Entertainment — 0.2%
 
 
Allen Media, LLC, 2020 Term Loan B, 7.23%, (3-month LIBOR plus 5.50%), 2/10/27
925,000

777,000

Lions Gate Capital Holdings LLC, 2018 Term Loan B, 3.24%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.25%), 3/24/25
244,776

223,358

 
 
1,000,358

Health Care Providers and Services — 0.2%
 
 
Air Methods Corporation, 2017 Term Loan B, 4.95%, (3-month LIBOR plus 3.50%), 4/22/24
197,964

141,434

IQVIA Inc., 2018 USD Term Loan B3, 3.20%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 6/11/25
615,461

593,920

RegionalCare Hospital Partners Holdings, Inc., 2018 Term Loan B, 4.74%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.75%), 11/17/25
600,000

560,253

 
 
1,295,607


30


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 1.1%
 
 
Boyd Gaming Corporation, Term Loan B3, 2.93%, (1 Week LIBOR plus 2.25%), 9/15/23
$
680,452

$
596,457

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited, 2018 Term Loan B, 4.45%, (3-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 3/13/25
712,313

516,427

Golden Nugget, Inc., 2017 Incremental Term Loan B, 3.49%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.50%), 10/4/23
302,023

237,088

Golden Nugget, Inc., 2017 Incremental Term Loan B, 3.70%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.50%), 10/4/23
257,805

202,377

Hilton Worldwide Finance, LLC, 2019 Term Loan B2, 2.70%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 6/22/26
1,050,000

1,000,125

Life Time Fitness Inc, 2017 Term Loan B, 4.36%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.75%), 6/10/22
3,106,506

2,337,646

NASCAR Holdings, Inc, Term Loan B, 3.67%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.75%), 10/19/26
518,989

461,900

UFC Holdings, LLC, 2019 Term Loan, 4.25%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.25%), 4/29/26
445,893

397,403

 
 
5,749,423

Insurance — 0.1%
 
 
Asurion LLC, 2018 Term Loan B6, 3.99%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 11/3/23
519,016

500,851

Hub International Limited, 2018 Term Loan B, 4.39%, (2-month LIBOR plus 2.75%), 4/25/25
12,268

11,557

Hub International Limited, 2018 Term Loan B, 4.55%, (2-month LIBOR plus 2.75%), 4/25/25
257,919

242,959

 
 
755,367

Machinery — 0.4%
 
 
Altra Industrial Motion Corp., 2018 Term Loan B, 2.99%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.00%), 10/1/25
309,254

274,365

Navistar International Corporation, 2017 1st Lien Term Loan B, 4.28%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.50%), 11/6/24
558,855

490,862

Vertiv Group Corporation, Term Loan B, 4.58%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 3/2/27
1,350,000

1,174,500

 
 
1,939,727

Media — 0.4%
 
 
Banijay Entertainment S.A.S, USD Term Loan, 3/4/25(8)
250,000

225,000

Cengage Learning, Inc., 2016 Term Loan B, 5.25%, (1-month LIBOR plus 4.25%), 6/7/23
843,428

691,611

Diamond Sports Group, LLC, Term Loan, 4.18%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.25%), 8/24/26
323,375

253,849

Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc., 2019 Term Loan B4, 4.33%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.75%), 9/18/26
552,359

520,875

Sinclair Television Group Inc., Term Loan B2B, 3.21%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.50%), 9/30/26
273,625

261,312

 
 
1,952,647

Metals and Mining — 0.1%
 
 
Arconic Rolled Products Corporation, Term Loan B, 2/4/27(8)
175,000

160,125

Big River Steel LLC, Term Loan B, 6.45%, (3-month LIBOR plus 5.00%), 8/23/23
243,383

233,648

Neenah Foundry Company, 2017 Term Loan, 7.76%, (2-month LIBOR plus 6.50%), 12/13/22
188,882

165,271

Neenah Foundry Company, 2017 Term Loan, 8.12%, (2-month LIBOR plus 6.50%), 12/13/22
226,211

197,935

 
 
756,979


31


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 0.2%
 
 
California Resources Corporation, 2017 1st Lien Term Loan, 6.36%, (3-month LIBOR plus 4.75%), 12/31/22
$
1,675,000

$
446,664

CITGO Holding Inc., 2019 Term Loan B, 8.00%, (1-month LIBOR plus 7.00%), 8/1/23
671,625

555,212

Prairie ECI Acquiror LP, Term Loan B, 6.20%, (3-month LIBOR plus 4.75%), 3/11/26
308,236

164,059

 
 
1,165,935

Professional Services  
 
 
Dun & Bradstreet Corporation (The), Term Loan, 4.96%, (1-month LIBOR plus 4.00%), 2/6/26
275,000

249,906

Road and Rail — 0.1%
 
 
USS Ultimate Holdings, Inc., 1st Lien Term Loan, 5.67%, (6-month LIBOR plus 3.75%), 8/25/24
463,678

403,400

Software — 0.1%
 
 
Camelot U.S. Acquisition 1 Co., Term Loan B, 10/31/26(8)
450,000

429,750

SS&C Technologies Holdings Europe S.A.R.L., 2018 Term Loan B4, 2.74%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 4/16/25
98,632

93,207

SS&C Technologies Inc., 2018 Term Loan B3, 2.74%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 4/16/25
138,223

130,621

 
 
653,578

Specialty Retail — 0.1%
 
 
Staples, Inc., 7 Year Term Loan, 6.52%, (1-month LIBOR plus 5.00%), 4/16/26
694,750

555,105

TOTAL BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $26,430,418)
 
21,783,483

PREFERRED STOCKS — 2.1%
 
 
Banks — 1.4%
 
 
Bank of America Corp., 5.125%
325,000

308,976

Bank of America Corp., 5.875%
50,000

50,708

Bank of America Corp., 6.25%
1,775,000

1,802,859

Barclays plc, 7.75%
200,000

175,539

Barclays plc, 8.00%
200,000

185,861

Citigroup, Inc., 4.70%
775,000

671,828

Citigroup, Inc., 5.90%
525,000

506,882

Citigroup, Inc., 6.25%
675,000

695,814

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 4.60%
425,000

372,491

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 5.24%
672,000

607,653

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 6.10%
1,100,000

1,121,664

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 6.125%
275,000

261,441

Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc, 8.00%
200,000

187,941

Royal Bank of Scotland Group plc, 8.625%
600,000

588,195

 
 
7,537,852

Capital Markets — 0.4%
 
 
Credit Suisse Group AG, 5.10%(1)
200,000

154,750

Credit Suisse Group AG, 6.25%(1)
400,000

371,443

Deutsche Bank AG, 6.00%
200,000

134,400

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 4.95%
700,000

623,486

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 5.375%
750,000

670,474

 
 
1,954,553


32


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
Internet and Direct Marketing Retail  
 
 
MYT Holding Co., 10.00%(1)
92,632

$
68,085

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 0.3%
 
 
Energy Transfer Operating LP, 6.25%
1,050,000

521,582

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 6.625%
350,000

173,861

Plains All American Pipeline LP, 6.125%
1,775,000

890,597

Summit Midstream Partners LP, 9.50%
1,000,000

14,860

 
 
1,600,900

TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS
(Cost $14,724,219)
 
11,161,390

COMMON STOCKS — 0.2%
 
 
Chemicals — 0.1%
 
 
Hexion Holdings Corp., Class B(4) 
54,930

521,835

Energy Equipment and Services  
 
 
Parker Drilling Co.(4) 
11,731

99,479

Weatherford International plc(4) 
7,388

43,958

 
 
143,437

Media  
 
 
Cumulus Media, Inc., Class A(4) 
2,563

13,891

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 0.1%
 
 
Jones Energy II, Inc.(4) 
15,461

216,841

Software  
 
 
Avaya Holdings Corp.(4) 
21,139

171,015

TOTAL COMMON STOCKS
(Cost $3,419,553)
 
1,067,019

CONVERTIBLE BONDS — 0.2%
 
 
Banks — 0.2%
 
 
Barclays Bank plc, 7.625%, 11/21/22
$
830,000

849,497

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels  
 
 
Chesapeake Energy Corp., 5.50%, 9/15/26
175,000

9,625

Denbury Resources, Inc., 6.375%, 12/31/24(1)
359,000

146,167

 
 
155,792

TOTAL CONVERTIBLE BONDS
(Cost $1,322,138)
 
1,005,289

ESCROW INTERESTS(9)†  
 
 
Electric Utilities  
 
 
GenOn Energy(4) 
425,000


Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels  
 
 
Cloud Peak Energy Resources LLC / Cloud Peak Energy Finance Corp.(4) 
450,000

4,950

TOTAL ESCROW INTERESTS
(Cost $168,750)
 
4,950

WARRANTS  
 
 
Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels  
 
 
Jones Energy II, Inc.(4)  
(Cost $11,372)
4,374

4,111

 
 
 

33


 
Principal
Amount/Shares
Value
TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS — 0.9%
 
 
State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class
(Cost $5,050,938)
5,050,938

$
5,050,938

TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 98.3%
(Cost $628,262,854)
 
525,132,720

OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — 1.7%
 
9,064,462

TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0%
 
$
534,197,182


NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
LIBOR
-
London Interbank Offered Rate
MTN
-
Medium Term Note
PIK
-
Payment in Kind. Security may pay a cash rate and/or an in kind rate.
USD
-
United States Dollar
VRN
-
Variable Rate Note. The rate adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security’s offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The security's effective maturity date may be shorter than the final maturity date shown.
†    Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.
(1)
Security was purchased pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933 and may be sold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional investors. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $324,459,826, which represented 60.7% of total net assets. Of these securities, 0.2% of total net assets were deemed illiquid under policies approved by the Board of Trustees.
(2)
The security's rate was paid in cash at the last payment date.
(3)
Security is in default.
(4)
Non-income producing.
(5)
When-issued security. The issue price and yield are fixed on the date of the commitment, but payment and delivery are scheduled for a future date.
(6)
The security's rate was paid in kind or a combination of cash and in kind at the last payment date.
(7)
The interest rate on a bank loan obligation adjusts periodically based on a predetermined schedule. Rate shown is effective at period end. The maturity date on a bank loan obligation may be less than indicated as a result of contractual or optional prepayments. These prepayments cannot be predicted with certainty.
(8)
The interest rate will be determined upon settlement of the bank loan obligation after period end.
(9)
Escrow interests represent beneficial interests in bankruptcy reorganizations or liquidation proceedings and may be subject to resale, redemption, or transferability restrictions. The amount and timing of future payments, if any, cannot be predicted with certainty.


See Notes to Financial Statements.


34


Statement of Assets and Liabilities
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Assets
 
Investment securities, at value (cost of $628,262,854)
$
525,132,720

Cash
131,105

Receivable for investments sold
3,131,275

Receivable for capital shares sold
1,002,490

Interest receivable
10,184,758

 
539,582,348

 
 
Liabilities
 
Payable for investments purchased
5,303,443

Payable for capital shares redeemed
10,838

Accrued management fees
70,885

 
5,385,166

 
 
Net Assets
$
534,197,182

 
 
Net Assets Consist of:
 
Capital paid in
$
656,660,499

Distributable earnings
(122,463,317
)
 
$
534,197,182


 
Net Assets
Shares Outstanding
Net Asset Value Per Share
Investor Class

$101,336,524

12,310,708

$8.23
G Class

$432,860,658

52,578,982

$8.23


See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Statement of Operations
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
Investment Income (Loss)
 
Income:
 
Interest
$
42,171,242

 
 
Expenses:
 
Management fees
4,027,282

Trustees' fees and expenses
50,521

Other expenses
218

 
4,078,021

Fees waived(1)
(3,023,121
)
 
1,054,900

 
 
Net investment income (loss)
41,116,342

 
 
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
 
Net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions
(12,236,986
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments
(78,841,755
)
 
 
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)
(91,078,741
)
 
 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
$
(49,962,399
)

(1)
Amount consists of $35,382 and $2,987,739 for Investor Class and G Class, respectively.


See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND MARCH 31, 2019
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2019
Operations
 
 
Net investment income (loss)
$
41,116,342

$
47,274,852

Net realized gain (loss)
(12,236,986
)
(4,366,803
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)
(78,841,755
)
(7,326,650
)
Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations
(49,962,399
)
35,581,399

 
 
 
Distributions to Shareholders
 
 
From earnings:
 
 
Investor Class
(7,216,652
)
(8,018,143
)
G Class
(34,400,787
)
(39,257,606
)
Decrease in net assets from distributions
(41,617,439
)
(47,275,749
)
 
 
 
Capital Share Transactions
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5)
(77,018,635
)
(98,062,493
)
 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
(168,598,473
)
(109,756,843
)
 
 
 
Net Assets
 
 
Beginning of period
702,795,655

812,552,498

End of period
$
534,197,182

$
702,795,655



See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Notes to Financial Statements 

MARCH 31, 2020

1. Organization

American Century Investment Trust (the trust) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Massachusetts business trust. NT High Income Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the trust. The fund’s investment objective is to seek current yield and capital growth. The fund is not permitted to invest in securities issued by companies assigned the Global Industry Classification Standard or the Bloomberg Industry Classification Standard for the tobacco industry. The fund offers the Investor Class and G Class.

2. Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.

Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The Board of Trustees has adopted valuation policies and procedures to guide the investment advisor in the fund’s investment valuation process and to provide methodologies for the oversight of the fund’s pricing function.
 
Fixed income securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Corporate bonds, bank loan obligations and convertible bonds are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information. Mortgage-related and asset-backed securities are valued based on models that consider trade data, prepayment and default projections, benchmark yield and spread data and estimated cash flows of each tranche of the issuer.
 
Equity securities that are listed or traded on a domestic securities exchange are valued at the last reported sales price or at the official closing price as provided by the exchange. Equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges are generally valued at the closing price of such securities on the exchange where primarily traded or at the close of the NYSE, if that is earlier. If no last sales price is reported, or if local convention or regulation so provides, the mean of the latest bid and asked prices may be used. Securities traded over-the-counter are valued at the mean of the latest bid and asked prices, the last sales price, or the official closing price.
 
Hybrid securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Preferred stocks and convertible preferred stocks with perpetual maturities are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information.
 
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported net asset value per share.
 
If the fund determines that the market price for an investment is not readily available or the valuation methods mentioned above do not reflect an investment’s fair value, such investment is valued as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees or its delegate, in accordance with policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. In its determination of fair value, the fund may review several factors including, but not limited to, market information regarding the specific investment or comparable investments and correlation with other investment types, futures indices or general market indicators. Circumstances that may cause the fund to use these procedures to value an investment include, but are not limited to: an investment has been

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declared in default or is distressed; trading in a security has been suspended during the trading day or a security is not actively trading on its principal exchange; prices received from a regular pricing source are deemed unreliable; or there is a foreign market holiday and no trading occurred.
 
The fund monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s net asset value per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region. The fund also monitors for significant fluctuations between domestic and foreign markets, as evidenced by the U.S. market or such other indicators that the Board of Trustees, or its delegate, deems appropriate. The fund may apply a model-derived factor to the closing price of equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges. The factor is based on observable market data as provided by an independent pricing service.
 
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
 
Investment Income — Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes paydown gain (loss) and accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums.
 
Segregated Assets — In accordance with the 1940 Act, the fund segregates assets on its books and records to cover certain types of investment securities and other financial instruments. American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor) monitors, on a daily basis, the securities segregated to ensure the fund designates a sufficient amount of liquid assets, marked-to-market daily. The fund may also receive assets or be required to pledge assets at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements.
 
Income Tax Status — It is the fund’s policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
 
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
 
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
 
Indemnifications — Under the trust’s organizational documents, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
 
3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties

Certain officers and trustees of the trust are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The trust's investment advisor, ACIM, the trust's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc., and the trust's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC. ACIM has engaged Nomura Corporate Research and Asset Management Inc. (NCRAM) to serve as a subadvisor for the fund and to manage the fund’s assets. NCRAM is responsible for the day-to-day management of the fund, subject to the general supervision of the Board of Trustees and the investment advisor and in accordance with the investment objective, policies and restrictions of the fund. ACIM pays all costs associated with retaining NCRAM as the subadvisor of the fund. A subsidiary of NCRAM’s parent company indirectly owns a non-controlling equity interest in ACC. Various funds issued by American Century

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Asset Allocation Portfolios, Inc. and American Century Strategic Asset Allocation, Inc. own, in aggregate, 99% of the shares of the fund. Related parties do not invest in the fund for the purpose of exercising management or control.

Management Fees — The trust has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent trustees (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses, will be paid by ACIM. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class's daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services, which may be provided indirectly through another American Century Investments mutual fund. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund’s assets, which do not vary by class. From April 1, 2019 through July 31, 2019, the investment advisor agreed to waive 0.075% of the fund's management fee. Effective August 1, 2019, the investment advisor terminated this waiver and decreased the annual management fee by 0.075%. The investment advisor agreed to waive the G Class’s management fee in its entirety. The investment advisor expects this waiver to remain in effect permanently and cannot terminate it without the approval of the Board of Trustees.

The annual management fee and the effective annual management fee before and after waiver for each class for the period ended March 31, 2020 are as follows:
 
Annual Management Fee*
Effective Annual Management Fee
Before Waiver
After Waiver
Investor Class
0.775%
0.80%
0.77%
G Class
0.525%
0.55%
0.00%
*Prior to August 1, 2019, the annual management fee was 0.85% for the Investor Class and 0.60% for the G Class.

Trustees’ Fees and Expenses — The Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The trustees receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund’s officers do not receive compensation from the fund.

Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.

4. Investment Transactions

Purchases and sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 were $376,963,186 and $439,237,059, respectively.


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5. Capital Share Transactions

Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows (unlimited number of shares authorized):
 
Year ended
March 31, 2020
Year ended
March 31, 2019
 
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
160,642

$
1,527,819

167,178

$
1,527,094

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
758,569

7,216,652

829,340

7,997,254

Redeemed
(3,167,519
)
(29,788,480
)
(1,007,451
)
(9,475,324
)
 
(2,248,308
)
(21,044,009
)
(10,933
)
49,024

G Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
2,570,023

24,417,668

1,868,631

17,837,972

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
3,615,672

34,400,787

4,055,073

39,145,079

Redeemed
(12,076,037
)
(114,793,081
)
(16,067,893
)
(155,094,568
)
 
(5,890,342
)
(55,974,626
)
(10,144,189
)
(98,111,517
)
Net increase (decrease)
(8,138,650
)
$
(77,018,635
)
(10,155,122
)
$
(98,062,493
)

6. Fair Value Measurements

The fund’s investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.

Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.

Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.

Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).

The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
 
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund’s portfolio holdings.
 
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Assets
 
 
 
Investment Securities
 
 
 
Corporate Bonds

$
485,055,540


Bank Loan Obligations

21,783,483


Preferred Stocks

11,161,390


Common Stocks
$
850,178

216,841


Convertible Bonds

1,005,289


Escrow Interests

4,950


Warrants

4,111


Temporary Cash Investments
5,050,938



 
$
5,901,116

$
519,231,604




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7. Risk Factors

The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.
 
The fund is owned by a relatively small number of shareholders, and in the event such shareholders redeem, the ongoing operations of the fund may be at risk.
 
The fund invests primarily in high-yield and lower-quality debt securities, which are subject to substantial risks including liquidity risk and credit risk.

The fund may invest in instruments that have variable or floating coupon rates based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate intended to be representative of the rate at which certain major international banks lend to one another over short-terms. LIBOR will be phased out by the end of 2021. Uncertainty remains regarding a replacement rate or rates for LIBOR. The transition process may lead to increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that rely on LIBOR. This could result in a change to the value of such instruments. 

8. Federal Tax Information

The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019 were as follows:
 
2020
2019
Distributions Paid From
 
 
Ordinary income
$
41,617,439

$
47,275,749

Long-term capital gains



The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
 
As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
Federal tax cost of investments
$
629,669,596

Gross tax appreciation of investments
$
3,894,050

Gross tax depreciation of investments
(108,430,926
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments
$
(104,536,876
)
Undistributed ordinary income
$
209,858

Accumulated short-term capital losses
$
(2,503,022
)
Accumulated long-term capital losses
$
(15,633,277
)
 
The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on wash sales.

Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.


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9. Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In March 2017, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2017-08, “Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (Subtopic 310-20), Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities” (ASU 2017-08). ASU 2017-08 amends the amortization period for certain purchased callable debt securities held at a premium, shortening such period to the earliest call date. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-08 did not materially impact the financial statements.

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Financial Highlights
For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
Distributions From:
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Net
Investment
Income
Net
Realized
Gains
Total
Distributions
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(before
expense
waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.62
0.53
(1.39)
(0.86)
(0.53)
(0.53)
$8.23
(9.51)%
0.78%
0.81%
5.51%
5.48%
58%

$101,337

2019
$9.77
0.55
(0.15)
0.40
(0.55)
(0.55)
$9.62
4.21%
0.78%
0.86%
5.66%
5.58%
38%

$140,096

2018(3)
$10.00
0.43
(0.21)
0.22
(0.43)
(0.02)
(0.45)
$9.77
2.18%
0.81%(4)
0.85%(4)
5.04%(4)
5.00%(4)
64%

$142,308

G Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.62
0.60
(1.38)
(0.78)
(0.61)
(0.61)
$8.23
(8.80)%
0.01%
0.56%
6.28%
5.73%
58%

$432,861

2019
$9.77
0.62
(0.15)
0.47
(0.62)
(0.62)
$9.62
5.02%
0.01%
0.61%
6.43%
5.83%
38%

$562,700

2018(3)
$10.00
0.50
(0.22)
0.28
(0.49)
(0.02)
(0.51)
$9.77
2.76%
0.12%(4)
0.61%(4)
5.73%(4)
5.24%(4)
64%

$670,244

Notes to Financial Highlights
(1)
Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)
Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(3)
May 19, 2017 (fund inception) through March 31, 2018.
(4)
Annualized.


See Notes to Financial Statements.



Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Trustees of American Century Investment Trust and Shareholders of NT High Income Fund    

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of NT High Income Fund (one of the funds constituting American Century Investment Trust, referred to hereafter as the “Fund”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2020, the statement of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2020, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020 and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2020 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.



/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
May 18, 2020

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in American Century Investments since 1997.

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Management

Board of Trustees

The individuals listed below serve as trustees of the funds. Each trustee will continue to serve in this capacity until death, retirement, resignation or removal from office. The board has adopted a mandatory retirement age for trustees who are not “interested persons,” as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act (independent trustees). Independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 75th birthday; provided, however, that on or after January 1, 2022, independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 76th birthday.
Mr. Thomas is an “interested person” because he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC), the parent company of American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM or the advisor). The other trustees (more than three-fourths of the total number) are independent. They are not employees, directors or officers of, and have no financial interest in, ACC or any of its wholly owned, direct or indirect, subsidiaries, including ACIM, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS) and American Century Services, LLC (ACS), and they do not have any other affiliations, positions or relationships that would cause them to be considered “interested persons” under the Investment Company Act. The trustees serve in this capacity for eight (in the case of Jonathan S. Thomas, 16; and Ronald J. Gilson, 9) registered investment companies in the American Century Investments family of funds.
The following table presents additional information about the trustees. The mailing address for each trustee other than Mr. Thomas is 1665 Charleston Road, Mountain View, California 94043. The mailing address for Mr. Thomas is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Tanya S. Beder
(1955)
Trustee
Since 2011
Chairman and CEO, SBCC Group Inc. (independent advisory services) (2006 to present)
40
CYS Investments, Inc.; Kirby Corporation; Nabors Industries Ltd.
Jeremy I. Bulow
(1954)
Trustee
Since 2011
Professor of Economics, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (1979 to present)
40
None
Anne Casscells
(1958)
Trustee
Since 2016
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, Aetos Alternatives Management (investment advisory firm) (2001 to present); Lecturer in Accounting, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (2009 to 2017)
40
None
Ronald J. Gilson
(1946)
Trustee and Chairman of the Board
Since 1995
(Chairman since 2005)
Charles J. Meyers Professor of Law and Business, Emeritus, Stanford Law School (1979 to 2016); Marc and Eva Stern Professor of Law and Business, Columbia University School of Law (1992 to present)
57
None

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Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Frederick L. A. Grauer
(1946)
Trustee
Since 2008
Senior Advisor, Credit Sesame, Inc. (credit monitoring firm) (2018 to present); Senior Advisor, Course Hero (an educational technology company) (2015 to present)
40
None
Jonathan D. Levin
(1972)
Trustee
Since 2016
Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (2016 to present); Professor, Stanford University, (2000 to present)
40
None
Peter F. Pervere
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2007
Retired
40
None
John B. Shoven
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2002
Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics, Stanford University (1973 to present, emeritus since 2019)
40
Cadence Design Systems; Exponent; Financial Engines
Interested Trustee


Jonathan S. Thomas
(1963)
Trustee
Since 2007
President and Chief Executive Officer, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as Chief Executive Officer, ACS; Executive Vice President, ACIM; Director, ACC, ACIM and other ACC subsidiaries
120
None
The Statement of Additional Information has additional information about the fund's trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Officers

The following table presents certain information about the executive officers of the funds. Each officer serves as an officer for 16 (in the case of Robert J. Leach, 15) investment companies in the American Century family of funds, unless otherwise noted. No officer is compensated for his or her service as an officer of the funds. The listed officers are interested persons of the funds and are appointed or re-appointed on an annual basis. The mailing address for each of the officers listed below is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Offices with the Funds
Principal Occupation(s) During the Past Five Years
Patrick Bannigan
(1965)
President since 2019
Executive Vice President and Director, ACC (2012 to present); Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, ACC (2015 to present); Chief Operating Officer, ACC (2012-2015). Also serves as President, ACS; Vice President, ACIM; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and/or Director, ACIM, ACS and other ACC subsidiaries
R. Wes Campbell
(1974)
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018
Vice President, ACS (2020 to present); Investment Operations and Investment Accounting, ACS (2000 to present)
Amy D. Shelton
(1964)
Chief Compliance Officer and Vice President since 2014
Chief Compliance Officer, American Century funds, (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIM (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIS (2009 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIS
Charles A. Etherington
(1957)
General Counsel since 2007 and Senior Vice President since 2006
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present); Vice President, ACC (2005 to present); General Counsel, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as General Counsel, ACIM, ACS, ACIS and other ACC subsidiaries; and Senior Vice President, ACIM and ACS
C. Jean Wade
(1964)
Vice President since 2012
Senior Vice President, ACS (2017 to present); Vice President ACS (2000 to 2017)
Robert J. Leach
(1966)
Vice President since 2006
Vice President, ACS (2000 to present)
David H. Reinmiller
(1963)
Vice President since 2000
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIM and ACS
Ward D. Stauffer
(1960)
Secretary since 2005
Attorney, ACC (2003 to present)







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Liquidity Risk Management Program


The Fund has adopted a liquidity risk management program (the “program”). The Fund’s Board of Trustees (the "Board") has designated American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) as the administrator of the program. Personnel of ACIM or its affiliates conduct the day-to-day operation of the program pursuant to policies and procedures administered by those members of the ACIM’s Investment Oversight Committee who are members of the ACIM’s Investment Management and Global Analytics departments.

Under the program, ACIM manages the Fund’s liquidity risk, which is the risk that the Fund could not meet shareholder redemption requests without significant dilution of remaining shareholders’ interests in the Fund. This risk is managed by monitoring the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments, limiting the amount of the Fund’s illiquid investments, and utilizing various risk management tools and facilities available to the Fund for meeting shareholder redemptions, among other means. ACIM’s process of determining the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party liquidity assessment vendors.

The Board reviewed a report prepared by ACIM regarding the operation and effectiveness of the program for the period December 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. No significant liquidity events impacting the Fund were noted in the report. In addition, ACIM provided its assessment that the program had been effective in managing the Fund’s liquidity risk.


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Additional Information

Retirement Account Information

As required by law, distributions you receive from certain retirement accounts are subject to federal income tax withholding, unless you elect not to have withholding apply*. Tax will be withheld on the total amount withdrawn even though you may be receiving amounts that are not subject to withholding, such as nondeductible contributions. In such case, excess amounts of withholding could occur. You may adjust your withholding election so that a greater or lesser amount will be withheld.

If you don’t want us to withhold on this amount, you must notify us to not withhold the federal income tax. You may notify us in writing or in certain situations by telephone or through other electronic means. For systematic withdrawals, your withholding election will remain in effect until revoked or changed by filing a new election. You have the right to revoke your election at any time and change your withholding percentage for future distributions.

Remember, even if you elect not to have income tax withheld, you are liable for paying income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal. If you elect not to have income tax withheld or you don’t have enough income tax withheld, you may be responsible for payment of estimated tax. You may incur penalties under the estimated tax rules if your withholding and estimated tax payments are not sufficient. You can reduce or defer the income tax on a distribution by directly or indirectly rolling such distribution over to another IRA or eligible plan. You should consult your tax advisor for additional information.

State tax will be withheld if, at the time of your distribution, your address is within one of the mandatory withholding states and you have federal income tax withheld (or as otherwise required by state law). State taxes will be withheld from your distribution in accordance with the respective state rules.

*Some 403(b), 457 and qualified retirement plan distributions may be subject to 20% mandatory withholding, as they are subject to special tax and withholding rules.  Your plan administrator or plan sponsor is required to provide you with a special tax notice explaining those rules at the time you request a distribution.  If applicable, federal and/or state taxes may be withheld from your distribution amount.


Proxy Voting Policies

Descriptions of the principles and policies that the fund's investment advisor uses in exercising the voting rights associated with the securities purchased and/or held by the fund are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021 or visiting American Century Investments’ website at americancentury.com/proxy. A description of the policies is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. Information regarding how the investment advisor voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available on americancentury.com/proxy. It is also available at sec.gov.


Quarterly Portfolio Disclosure

The fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. The fund also makes its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the most recent quarter of its fiscal year available on its website at americancentury.com and, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.

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Annual Report
 
 
 
March 31, 2020
 
 
 
Prime Money Market Fund
 
Investor Class (BPRXX)
 
A Class (ACAXX)
 
C Class (ARCXX)










Beginning on January 1, 2021, as permitted by regulations adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission, paper copies of the fund’s shareholder reports like this one will no longer be sent by mail, unless you specifically request paper copies of the reports from the fund or from your financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or bank. Instead, the reports will be made available on a website, and you will be notified by mail each time a report is posted and provided with a website link to access the report.

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Table of Contents
President’s Letter
Performance
Fund Characteristics
Shareholder Fee Example
Schedule of Investments
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Statement of Operations
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Notes to Financial Statements
Financial Highlights
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Management
Liquidity Risk Management Program
Additional Information























Any opinions expressed in this report reflect those of the author as of the date of the report, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of American Century Investments® or any other person in the American Century Investments organization. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and American Century Investments disclaims any responsibility to update such opinions. These opinions may not be relied upon as investment advice and, because investment decisions made by American Century Investments funds are based on numerous factors, may not be relied upon as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any American Century Investments fund. Security examples are used for representational purposes only and are not intended as recommendations to purchase or sell securities. Performance information for comparative indices and securities is provided to American Century Investments by third party vendors. To the best of American Century Investments’ knowledge, such information is accurate at the time of printing.



President’s Letter

jthomasrev0514a71.jpg Jonathan Thomas

Dear Investor:

Thank you for reviewing this annual report for the period ended March 31, 2020. Annual reports help convey important information about fund returns, including market factors that affected performance during the reporting period. For additional insights, please visit americancentury.com.

Virus Outbreak Abruptly Altered Economic, Market Backdrops

Through most of the period, market sentiment was upbeat, partly due to accommodative Federal Reserve (Fed) policy and modest inflation. Improving economic and corporate earnings data and a phase 1 U.S.-China trade deal also helped boost growth outlooks. Against this backdrop, key U.S. stock benchmarks rose to record highs by mid-February, and U.S. bonds continued to advance.

However, beginning in late February, unprecedented social and economic turmoil emerged and reversed the positive trajectory. The COVID-19 epidemic originating in China rapidly spread throughout the world, forcing stay-at-home orders and industry-wide shutdowns. U.S. stocks, corporate bonds and other riskier assets sold off sharply, while U.S. Treasuries rallied in the global flight to quality. The Fed stepped in quickly and aggressively, slashing interest rates to near 0% and enacting massive lending and asset-purchase programs to stabilize the financial system.

The swift and severe sell-off erased the strong stock market gains realized earlier in the period and left key benchmarks with losses for the 12 months. Reflecting their defensive characteristics, high-quality U.S. bonds withstood the turmoil and delivered solid returns for the 12-month period.

Promoting Health and Safety Remains Our Focus

While the market impact of COVID-19 has been severe, reducing the human toll is most important. We are monitoring the situation closely and following guidelines and protocols from all relevant authorities. Our firm has activated a comprehensive Pandemic Response Plan, which includes social distancing and work-from-home mandates, travel restrictions and escalated cleaning regimens at all our facilities. We’ve also launched a Business Continuity Plan to maintain regular business operations and ensure delivery of outstanding service.

We appreciate your confidence in us during these extraordinary times. We have a long history of helping clients weather volatile markets, and we are confident we will meet today’s challenges. In the meantime, the health and safety of you, your family and our employees remain a top priority.

Sincerely,
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Jonathan Thomas
President and Chief Executive Officer
American Century Investments

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Performance
 
Total Returns as of March 31, 2020
 
 
 
 
Average Annual Returns
 
 
Ticker
Symbol
1 year
5 years
10 years
Inception
Date
Investor Class
BPRXX
1.61%
0.87%
0.44%
11/17/93
A Class
ACAXX
1.36%
0.75%
0.38%
8/28/98
C Class
ARCXX
0.85%
0.50%
0.25%
5/7/02
Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.


Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
Investor Class
A Class
C Class
0.58%
0.83%
1.33%
The total annual fund operating expenses shown is as stated in the fund’s prospectus current as of the date of this report. The prospectus may vary from the expense ratio shown elsewhere in this report because it is based on a different time period, includes acquired fund fees and expenses, and, if applicable, does not include fee waivers or expense reimbursements.
















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.
 
You could lose money by investing in the fund. Although the fund seeks to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per share, it cannot guarantee it will do so. The fund may impose a fee upon sale of your shares or may temporarily suspend your ability to sell shares if the fund’s liquidity falls below required minimums because of market conditions or other factors. An investment in the fund is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency. The fund’s sponsor has no legal obligation to provide financial support to the fund, and you should not expect that the sponsor will provide financial support to the fund at any time.

The 7-day current yield more closely reflects the current earnings of the fund than the total return.

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Fund Characteristics
MARCH 31, 2020
 
 
 
Yields
Investor Class
A Class
C Class
7-Day Current Yield
1.42%
1.17%
0.67%
7-Day Effective Yield
1.43%
1.18%
0.68%
Portfolio at a Glance
Weighted Average Maturity
43 days
Weighted Average Life
79 days
 
 
Portfolio Composition by Maturity
% of fund investments
1-30 days
64%
31-90 days
16%
91-180 days
20%
More than 180 days

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Shareholder Fee Example 

Fund shareholders may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments and redemption/exchange fees; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in your fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing cost of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 made at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020.

Actual Expenses

The table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each class. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. First, identify the share class you own. Then simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

If you hold Investor Class shares of any American Century Investments fund, or I Class shares of the American Century Diversified Bond Fund, in an American Century Investments account (i.e., not through a financial intermediary or employer-sponsored retirement plan account), American Century Investments may charge you a $25.00 annual account maintenance fee if the value of those shares is less than $10,000. We will redeem shares automatically in one of your accounts to pay the $25.00 fee. In determining your total eligible investment amount, we will include your investments in all personal accounts (including American Century Investments brokerage accounts) registered under your Social Security number. Personal accounts include individual accounts, joint accounts, UGMA/UTMA accounts, personal trusts, Coverdell Education Savings Accounts and IRAs (including traditional, Roth, Rollover, SEP-, SARSEP- and SIMPLE-IRAs), and certain other retirement accounts. If you have only business, business retirement, employer-sponsored or American Century Investments brokerage accounts, you are currently not subject to this fee. If you are subject to the account maintenance fee, your account value could be reduced by the fee amount

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The table also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the actual expense ratio of each class of your fund and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the actual return of a fund’s share class. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or redemption/exchange fees. Therefore, the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.

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Beginning
Account Value
10/1/19
Ending
Account Value
3/31/20
Expenses Paid
During Period
(1) 
10/1/19 - 3/31/20
 
Annualized
Expense Ratio
(1)
Actual
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,006.60
$2.91
0.58%
A Class
$1,000
$1,005.30
$4.16
0.83%
C Class
$1,000
$1,002.80
$6.66
1.33%
Hypothetical
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,022.10
$2.93
0.58%
A Class
$1,000
$1,020.85
$4.19
0.83%
C Class
$1,000
$1,018.35
$6.71
1.33%
(1)
Expenses are equal to the class's annualized expense ratio listed in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 183, the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year, divided by 366, to reflect the one-half year period. Annualized expense ratio reflects actual expenses, including any applicable fee waivers or expense reimbursements and excluding any acquired fund fees and expenses.

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Schedule of Investments

MARCH 31, 2020
 
Principal Amount
Value
COMMERCIAL PAPER(1) — 55.1%
 
 
American Honda Finance Corp., 2.65%, 5/18/20
$
2,000,000

$
1,993,211

Bank of Nova Scotia (The), VRN, 1.10%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.16%), 5/29/20(2)
20,000,000

20,000,000

BASF SE, 1.42%, 5/27/20(2)
40,000,000

39,913,200

Bennington Stark Capital Co. LLC, 2.14%, 4/1/20 (LOC: Societe Generale SA)(2)
40,000,000

40,000,000

Bennington Stark Capital Co. LLC, 1.69%, 5/21/20 (LOC: Societe Generale SA)(2)
11,000,000

10,974,792

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, VRN, 1.01%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.26%), 6/19/20(2)
25,000,000

25,000,000

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, VRN, 1.04%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.12%), 10/21/20(2)
10,000,000

10,000,000

Chariot Funding LLC, 2.14%, 4/2/20 (LOC: JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.)(2)
10,000,000

9,999,417

Chariot Funding LLC, VRN, 1.74%, (3-month LIBOR), 8/5/20 (LOC: JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.)(2)
25,000,000

25,000,000

Charta LLC, 1.77%, 4/15/20 (LOC: Citibank N.A.)(2)
20,000,000

19,986,545

Chesham Finance Ltd. / Chesham Finance LLC, Series 3, 0.20%, 4/1/20 (LOC: Societe Generale SA)(2)
49,000,000

49,000,000

Chevron Corp., 1.88%, 4/1/20(2)
13,000,000

13,000,000

Chevron Corp., 0.87%, 8/27/20(2)
20,000,000

19,930,111

Coca-Cola Co. (The), 1.74%, 4/15/20(2)
1,700,000

1,698,876

Coca-Cola Co. (The), 1.74%, 4/15/20(2)
10,000,000

9,993,389

Coca-Cola Co. (The), 1.125%, 9/18/20(2)
20,000,000

19,896,111

CRC Funding LLC, 1.76%, 4/17/20 (LOC: Citibank N.A.)(2)
11,000,000

10,991,591

CRC Funding LLC, 1.74%, 4/21/20 (LOC: Citibank N.A.)(2)
11,000,000

10,989,611

CRC Funding LLC, 1.33%, 6/11/20 (LOC: Citibank N.A.)(2)
20,000,000

19,948,722

Crown Point Capital Co. LLC, Series A, 1.70%, 8/7/20 (LOC: Credit Suisse AG)(2)
40,000,000

40,000,000

Crown Point Capital Co. LLC, Series A, 1.71%, 8/18/20 (LOC: Credit Suisse AG)(2)
25,000,000

25,000,000

Exxon Mobil Corp., 1.06%, 7/14/20
11,000,000

10,966,951

Fairway Finance Co. LLC, 1.79%, 7/21/20 (LOC: Bank of Montreal)(2)
20,000,000

19,892,700

Fairway Finance Co. LLC, VRN, 1.58%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.22%), 5/4/20 (LOC: Bank of Montreal)(2)
10,000,000

10,000,000

International Business Machines Corp., 1.01%, 6/30/20(2)
15,000,000

14,962,875

Liberty Street Funding LLC, 1.84%, 4/9/20 (LOC: Bank of Nova Scotia)(2)
30,000,000

29,988,000

LMA-Americas LLC, 1.70%, 4/6/20 (LOC: Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank)(2)
1,500,000

1,499,652

LMA-Americas LLC, 1.07%, 4/8/20 (LOC: Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank)(2)
5,000,000

4,998,979

LMA-Americas LLC, 1.61%, 5/4/20 (LOC: Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank)(2)
3,700,000

3,694,641

LMA-Americas LLC, 1.70%, 6/1/20 (LOC: Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank)(2)
22,900,000

22,835,587

LMA-Americas LLC, 1.00%, 8/10/20 (LOC: Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank)(2)
25,000,000

24,910,847


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Principal Amount
Value
National Australia Bank Ltd., 1.875%, 4/15/20(2)
$
30,000,000

$
29,978,650

Old Line Funding LLC, 1.96%, 4/21/20 (LOC: Royal Bank of
Canada)(2)
20,000,000

19,978,778

Pfizer, Inc., 1.36%, 9/8/20(2)
40,000,000

39,763,556

Ridgefield Funding Co. LLC, Series A1, VRN, 0.80%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.08%), 8/11/20 (LOC: BNP Paribas)(2)
41,000,000

41,000,000

Royal Bank of Canada, VRN, 0.37%, (Daily EFFR plus 0.28%), 6/12/20(2)
25,000,000

25,000,000

Sheffield Receivables Co. LLC, 1.79%, 5/20/20 (LOC: Barclays Bank plc)(2)
30,000,000

29,928,542

Sheffield Receivables Co. LLC, 1.02%, 6/1/20 (LOC: Barclays Bank plc)(2)
9,000,000

8,984,750

Thunder Bay Funding LLC, 1.77%, 4/3/20 (LOC: Royal Bank of Canada)(2)
10,000,000

9,999,039

Thunder Bay Funding LLC, 1.66%, 5/7/20 (LOC: Royal Bank of Canada)(2)
3,270,000

3,264,670

Thunder Bay Funding LLC, 1.48%, 6/15/20 (LOC: Royal Bank of Canada)(2)
15,000,000

14,954,688

Toronto-Dominion Bank (The), VRN, 1.83%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.14%), 11/16/20(2)
3,000,000

3,000,000

Toyota Motor Credit Corp., 1.93%, 5/5/20
10,000,000

9,982,244

Toyota Motor Credit Corp., 1.19%, 7/27/20
20,000,000

19,924,600

Toyota Motor Credit Corp., 1.00%, 9/9/20
10,000,000

9,956,172

Toyota Motor Credit Corp., VRN, 1.04%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.11%), 11/18/20
25,000,000

25,000,000

Westpac Banking Corp., VRN, 1.37%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.06%), 6/5/20(2)
30,000,000

30,000,000

Yale University, 1.17%, 4/1/20
16,000,000

16,000,000

TOTAL COMMERCIAL PAPER
 
903,781,497

CORPORATE BONDS — 11.6%
 
 
CHS Properties, Inc., VRDN, 6.05%, 4/6/20 (LOC: Wells Fargo Bank N.A.)
372,000

372,000

Cypress Bend Real Estate Development Co. LLC, VRDN, 4.60%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
19,135,000

19,135,000

D & I Properties LLC, VRDN, 6.00%, 4/6/20 (LOC: Wells Fargo Bank N.A.)
3,250,000

3,250,000

East Grand Office Park LP, VRDN, 4.92%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
3,600,000

3,600,000

Fiore Capital LLC, VRDN, 4.00%, 4/6/20 (LOC: Wells Fargo Bank N.A.)
13,530,000

13,530,000

First Baptist Church of Opelika, VRDN, 5.60%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
540,000

540,000

General Secretariat of the Organization of American States, VRDN, 4.25%, 4/7/20 (LOC: Bank of America N.A.)
14,935,000

14,935,000

HHH Investment Co. LLC, VRDN, 6.00%, 4/6/20 (LOC: Bank of the West)
12,925,000

12,925,000

Labcon North America, VRDN, 5.10%, 4/6/20 (LOC: Bank of the West)
2,130,000

2,130,000

Ness Family Partners LP, VRDN, 5.10%, 4/6/20 (LOC: Bank of the West)
5,545,000

5,545,000

Partisan Property, Inc., Series 2014, VRDN, 1.25%, 4/6/20 (LOC: Wells Fargo Bank N.A.)
6,380,000

6,380,000

Providence Health & Services Obligated Group, VRDN, 4.16%, 4/6/20 (LOC: U.S. Bank N.A.)
39,630,000

39,630,000

Relay Relay LLC, VRDN, 4.60%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
6,355,000

6,355,000

Sidal Realty Co. LP, VRDN, 6.00%, 4/6/20 (LOC: Wells Fargo Bank N.A.)
5,630,000

5,630,000


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Principal Amount
Value
Toyota Motor Credit Corp., MTN, VRN, 0.41%, (SOFR plus 0.40%), 10/23/20
$
10,000,000

$
9,971,838

World Wildlife Fund, Inc., VRDN, 6.00%, 4/6/20 (LOC: JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.)
46,640,000

46,640,000

TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS
 
190,568,838

MUNICIPAL SECURITIES — 10.7%
 
 
Alameda Public Financing Authority Rev., (Alameda Point Improvement Project), VRDN, 3.50%, 4/7/20 (LOC: MUFG Union Bank N.A.)
2,850,000

2,850,000

Alaska Housing Finance Corp. Rev., VRDN, 3.50%, 4/7/20
13,000,000

13,000,000

Alaska Housing Finance Corp. Rev., VRDN, 6.25%, 4/7/20
15,000,000

15,000,000

City of Wilkes-Barre GO, VRDN, 3.75%, 4/7/20 (LOC: PNC Bank N.A.)
1,560,000

1,560,000

Colorado Housing & Finance Authority Rev., VRDN, 3.00%, 4/7/20 (SBBPA: Royal Bank of Canada)
7,000,000

7,000,000

Columbia County Industrial Development Agency Rev., (Columbia Memorial Hospital), VRDN, 4.75%, 4/7/20 (LOC: HSBC Bank USA N.A.)
1,380,000

1,380,000

Hesperia Public Financing Authority Rev., VRDN, 3.10%, 4/7/20 (LOC: Bank of the West)
3,205,000

3,205,000

Illinois Housing Development Authority Rev., VRDN, 2.75%, 4/7/20 (LIQ FAC: FHLB)
7,230,000

7,230,000

Illinois Housing Development Authority Rev., VRDN, 4.22%, 4/7/20 (SBBPA: FHLB)
5,000,000

5,000,000

Illinois Housing Development Authority Rev., VRDN, 4.50%, 4/7/20 (SBBPA: FHLB)
2,700,000

2,700,000

Macon-Bibb County Industrial Authority Rev., (Bass Pro Outdoor World LLC), VRDN, 3.61%, 4/7/20 (LOC: Bank of America N.A.)(2)
10,260,000

10,260,000

Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority, 3.60%, 4/22/20 (LOC: Royal Bank of Canada)
5,000,000

5,000,000

Memphis Health Educational & Housing Facility Board Rev., (Pedcor Investments 2007-CIII LP), VRDN, 3.50%, 4/7/20 (LOC: U.S. Bank N.A.)
1,305,000

1,305,000

Missouri Development Finance Board Rev., (St. Louis Center), VRDN, 3.50%, 4/7/20 (LOC: U.S. Bank N.A.)
2,230,000

2,230,000

New Jersey Health Care Facilities Financing Authority Rev., (AHS Hospital Corp.), VRDN, 4.50%, 4/7/20 (LOC: JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.)
7,050,000

7,050,000

New Mexico Hospital Equipment Loan Council, (Presbyterian Healthcare Services), VRDN, 4.12%, 4/7/20 (LOC: JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.)
10,000,000

10,000,000

Pasadena Public Financing Authority Rev., VRDN, 4.41%, 4/7/20 (SBBPA: Bank of the West)
7,450,000

7,450,000

Port of Tacoma Rev., VRDN, 4.80%, 4/7/20 (LOC: PNC Bank N.A.)
5,000,000

5,000,000

San Francisco City & County Public Utilities Commission Power, 2.05%, 6/3/20 (LOC: Bank of America N.A.)
10,000,000

10,000,000

South Dakota Housing Development Authority Rev., VRDN, 4.11%, 4/7/20 (SBBPA: South Dakota Housing Development Authority)
25,000,000

25,000,000

State of California, 1.75%, 4/1/20 (LOC: Royal Bank of Canada)
10,000,000

10,000,000

State of Texas GO, VRDN, 4.00%, 4/7/20 (SBBPA: U.S. Bank N.A.)
14,750,000

14,750,000

Traer Creek Metropolitan District Rev., VRDN, 5.00%, 4/7/20 (LOC: BNP Paribas)
6,807,000

6,807,000

Westmoreland County Industrial Development Authority Rev., (Excela Health), VRDN, 3.75%, 4/7/20 (LOC: PNC Bank N.A.)
1,425,000

1,425,000

TOTAL MUNICIPAL SECURITIES
 
175,202,000


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Principal Amount
Value
CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT — 10.6%
 
 
Bank of Montreal, VRN, 1.91%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.07%), 4/14/20
$
19,000,000

$
19,000,000

Bank of Montreal, VRN, 1.76%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.18%), 5/1/20
10,000,000

10,000,000

Bank of Montreal, VRN, 0.47%, (Daily EFFR plus 0.38%), 9/9/20
10,000,000

10,000,000

Bank of Montreal, VRN, 0.30%, (Daily EFFR plus 0.21%), 2/8/21
30,000,000

30,000,000

Bank of Nova Scotia (The), VRN, 1.16%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.23%), 4/24/20
20,000,000

20,000,000

Bank of Nova Scotia (The), VRN, 1.91%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.33%), 10/2/20
10,000,000

10,000,000

MUFG Union Bank N.A., 1.69%, 5/8/20
25,000,000

25,000,000

Toronto-Dominion Bank, VRN, 0.43%, (SOFR plus 0.42%), 9/30/20
20,000,000

20,000,000

Wells Fargo Bank N.A., VRN, 1.93%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.09%), 1/15/21
30,000,000

30,000,000

TOTAL CERTIFICATES OF DEPOSIT
 
174,000,000

U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES(1) — 9.2%
 
 
U.S. Treasury Notes, VRN, 0.12%, (3-month USBMMY plus 0.03%), 4/30/20
15,000,000

15,000,092

U.S. Treasury Notes, VRN, 0.13%, (3-month USBMMY plus 0.04%), 7/31/20
30,000,000

29,999,921

U.S. Treasury Notes, 2.63%, 8/15/20
10,000,000

10,036,510

U.S. Treasury Notes, 2.63%, 8/31/20
50,000,000

50,204,975

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.38%, 9/15/20
15,000,000

14,983,076

U.S. Treasury Notes, VRN, 0.13%, (3-month USBMMY plus 0.05%), 10/31/20
10,000,000

9,999,687

U.S. Treasury Notes, VRN, 0.20%, (3-month USBMMY plus 0.12%), 1/31/21
20,000,000

19,993,058

TOTAL U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES
 
150,217,319

TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 97.2%
 
1,593,769,654

OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — 2.8%
 
45,422,820

TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0%
 
$
1,639,192,474



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NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
EFFR
-
Effective Federal Funds Rate
FHLB
-
Federal Home Loan Bank
GO
-
General Obligation
LIBOR
-
London Interbank Offered Rate
LIQ FAC
-
Liquidity Facilities
LOC
-
Letter of Credit
MTN
-
Medium Term Note
SBBPA
-
Standby Bond Purchase Agreement
SOFR
-
Secured Overnight Financing Rate
USBMMY
-
U.S. Treasury Bill Money Market Yield
VRDN
-
Variable Rate Demand Note. The instrument may be payable upon demand and adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security's offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The date of the demand feature is disclosed.
VRN
-
Variable Rate Note. The rate adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security’s offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The security's effective maturity date may be shorter than the final maturity date shown.
(1)
The rate indicated is the yield to maturity at purchase for non-interest bearing securities. For interest bearing securities, the stated coupon rate is shown.
(2)
Security was purchased pursuant to Rule 144A or Section 4(2) under the Securities Act of 1933 and may be sold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional investors. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $820,218,319, which represented 50.0% of total net assets.


See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Statement of Assets and Liabilities
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Assets
 
Investment securities, at value (amortized cost and cost for federal income tax purposes)
$
1,593,769,654

Cash
42,139,452

Receivable for investments sold
496,000

Receivable for capital shares sold
4,876,777

Interest receivable
2,098,632

 
1,643,380,515

 
 
Liabilities
 
Payable for capital shares redeemed
3,393,315

Accrued management fees
767,849

Distribution and service fees payable
18,175

Dividends payable
8,702

 
4,188,041

 
 
Net Assets
$
1,639,192,474

 
 
Net Assets Consist of:
 
Capital paid in
$
1,639,227,346

Distributable earnings
(34,872
)
 
$
1,639,192,474


 
Net Assets
Shares Outstanding
Net Asset Value Per Share
Investor Class

$1,594,491,369

1,594,674,106

$1.00
A Class

$21,448,196

21,437,122

$1.00
C Class

$23,252,909

23,251,262

$1.00


See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Operations
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
 
Investment Income (Loss)
 
Income:
 
Interest
$
30,954,152

 
 
Expenses:
 
Management fees
8,170,936

Distribution and service fees:
 
A Class
51,094

C Class
125,308

Trustees' fees and expenses
105,468

Other expenses
4,724

 
8,457,530

 
 
Net investment income (loss)
22,496,622

 
 
Net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions
(34,851
)
 
 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
$
22,461,771



See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND MARCH 31, 2019
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2019
Operations
 
 
Net investment income (loss)
$
22,496,622

$
23,235,481

Net realized gain (loss)
(34,851
)
9,143

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations
22,461,771

23,244,624

 
 
 
Distributions to Shareholders
 
 
From earnings:
 
 
Investor Class
(22,095,996
)
(22,779,012
)
A Class
(273,245
)
(328,127
)
C Class
(134,526
)
(128,342
)
Decrease in net assets from distributions
(22,503,767
)
(23,235,481
)
 
 
 
Capital Share Transactions
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 4)
269,759,376

95,857,128

 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
269,717,380

95,866,271

 
 
 
Net Assets
 
 
Beginning of period
1,369,475,094

1,273,608,823

End of period
$
1,639,192,474

$
1,369,475,094



See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Notes to Financial Statements

MARCH 31, 2020

1. Organization

American Century Investment Trust (the trust) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Massachusetts business trust. Prime Money Market Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the trust. The fund’s investment objective is to seek to earn the highest level of current income while preserving the value of your investment.

The fund offers the Investor Class, A Class and C Class. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.

2. Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.

Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. Investments are generally valued at amortized cost, which approximates fair value. If the fund determines that the amortized cost does not reflect an investment’s fair value, such investment is valued as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees or its delegate, in accordance with policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees.

Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
 
Investment Income — Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums.
 
Treasury Roll Transactions — The fund purchases a security and at the same time makes a commitment to sell the same security at a future settlement date at a specified price. These types of transactions are known as treasury roll transactions. The difference between the purchase price and the sale price represents interest income reflective of an agreed upon rate between the fund and the counterparty.
 
Income Tax Status — It is the fund’s policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
 
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
 
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. The fund may make capital gains distributions to comply with the distribution requirements of the Internal Revenue Code.

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Indemnifications — Under the trust’s organizational documents, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
 
3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties

Certain officers and trustees of the trust are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The trust's investment advisor, American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM), the trust's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the trust's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC.
 
Management Fees — The trust has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except distribution and service fees, brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent trustees (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses, will be paid by ACIM. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class's daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all the funds in the American Century Investments family of funds. The rates for the Investment Category Fee range from 0.2370% to 0.3500% and the rates for the Complex Fee range from 0.2500% to 0.3100%. The effective annual management fee for each class for the period ended March 31, 2020 was 0.57%.

Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Trustees has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class and C Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.75%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.50% is paid for distribution services. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended March 31, 2020 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.
 
Trustees’ Fees and Expenses — The Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The trustees receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund’s officers do not receive compensation from the fund.

Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.


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4. Capital Share Transactions

Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows (unlimited number of shares authorized):
 
Year ended
March 31, 2020
Year ended
March 31, 2019
 
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
964,711,949

$
964,711,949

656,576,136

$
656,576,136

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
21,831,093

21,831,093

22,511,234

22,511,234

Redeemed
(728,795,941
)
(728,795,941
)
(579,840,725
)
(579,840,725
)
 
257,747,101

257,747,101

99,246,645

99,246,645

A Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
13,145,308

13,145,308

8,916,930

8,916,930

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
271,097

271,097

324,537

324,537

Redeemed
(11,814,901
)
(11,814,901
)
(13,406,255
)
(13,406,255
)
 
1,601,504

1,601,504

(4,164,788
)
(4,164,788
)
C Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
14,897,813

14,897,813

5,388,586

5,388,586

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
134,407

134,407

127,980

127,980

Redeemed
(4,621,449
)
(4,621,449
)
(4,741,295
)
(4,741,295
)
 
10,410,771

10,410,771

775,271

775,271

Net increase (decrease)
269,759,376

$
269,759,376

95,857,128

$
95,857,128


5. Fair Value Measurements

The fund’s investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.

Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.

Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.

Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).

The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
 
As of period end, the fund’s investment securities were classified as Level 2. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund’s portfolio holdings.

6. Risk Factors

The fund may invest in instruments that have variable or floating coupon rates based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate intended to be representative of the rate at which certain major international banks lend to one another over short-terms. LIBOR will be phased out by the end of 2021. Uncertainty remains regarding a replacement rate or rates for LIBOR. The transition process may lead to increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that rely on LIBOR. This could result in a change to the value of such instruments. 



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7. Federal Tax Information

The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019 were as follows:
 
2020
2019
Distributions Paid From
 
 
Ordinary income
$
22,503,767

$
23,235,481

Long-term capital gains



The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.

As of March 31, 2020, the fund had accumulated short-term capital losses of $(34,872), which represent net
capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes.
The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover
utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.

8. Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In March 2017, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2017-08, “Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (Subtopic 310-20), Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities” (ASU 2017-08). ASU 2017-08 amends the amortization period for certain purchased callable debt securities held at a premium, shortening such period to the earliest call date. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-08 did not materially impact the financial statements.

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Financial Highlights
For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
 
 Income From Investment Operations:
Distributions From:
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Net
Investment
Income
Net
Realized
Gains
Total
Distributions
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(1)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income (Loss)
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
Investor Class
2020
$1.00
0.02
(2)
0.02
(0.02)
(2)
(0.02)
$1.00
1.61%
0.58%
0.58%
1.58%
1.58%

$1,594,491

2019
$1.00
0.02
(2)
0.02
(0.02)
(0.02)
$1.00
1.79%
0.58%
0.58%
1.78%
1.78%

$1,336,785

2018
$1.00
0.01
(2)
0.01
(0.01)
(0.01)
$1.00
0.78%
0.58%
0.58%
0.77%
0.77%

$1,237,530

2017
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.19%
0.58%
0.58%
0.17%
0.17%

$1,268,148

2016
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.01%
0.30%
0.58%
0.02%
(0.26)%

$1,563,574

A Class
2020
$1.00
0.01
(2)
0.01
(0.01)
(2)
(0.01)
$1.00
1.36%
0.83%
0.83%
1.33%
1.33%

$21,448

2019
$1.00
0.02
(2)
0.02
(0.02)
(0.02)
$1.00
1.54%
0.83%
0.83%
1.53%
1.53%

$19,847

2018
$1.00
0.01
(2)
0.01
(0.01)
(0.01)
$1.00
0.65%
0.70%
0.83%
0.65%
0.52%

$24,012

2017
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.19%
0.58%
0.83%
0.17%
(0.08)%

$25,649

2016
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.01%
0.32%
0.83%
0.00%(3)
(0.51)%

$209,165

C Class
2020
$1.00
0.01
(2)
0.01
(0.01)
(2)
(0.01)
$1.00
0.85%
1.33%
1.33%
0.83%
0.83%

$23,253

2019
$1.00
0.01
(2)
0.01
(0.01)
(0.01)
$1.00
1.03%
1.33%
1.33%
1.03%
1.03%

$12,843

2018
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.40%
0.96%
1.33%
0.39%
0.02%

$12,067

2017
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.19%
0.58%
1.33%
0.17%
(0.58)%

$9,958

2016
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.01%
0.32%
1.33%
0.00%(3)
(1.01)%

$9,526




Notes to Financial Highlights
 
 
(1)
Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(2)
Per-share amount was less than $0.005.
(3)
Ratio was less than 0.005%.


See Notes to Financial Statements.



Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Trustees of American Century Investment Trust and Shareholders of Prime Money Market Fund

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Prime Money Market Fund (one of the funds constituting American Century Investment Trust, referred to hereafter as the “Fund”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2020, the statement of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2020 (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2020, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020 and the financial highlights for each of the five years in the period ended March 31, 2020 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2020 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.



/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
May 18, 2020

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in American Century Investments since 1997.

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Management

Board of Trustees

The individuals listed below serve as trustees of the funds. Each trustee will continue to serve in this capacity until death, retirement, resignation or removal from office. The board has adopted a mandatory retirement age for trustees who are not “interested persons,” as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act (independent trustees). Independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 75th birthday; provided, however, that on or after January 1, 2022, independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 76th birthday.
Mr. Thomas is an “interested person” because he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC), the parent company of American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM or the advisor). The other trustees (more than three-fourths of the total number) are independent. They are not employees, directors or officers of, and have no financial interest in, ACC or any of its wholly owned, direct or indirect, subsidiaries, including ACIM, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS) and American Century Services, LLC (ACS), and they do not have any other affiliations, positions or relationships that would cause them to be considered “interested persons” under the Investment Company Act. The trustees serve in this capacity for eight (in the case of Jonathan S. Thomas, 16; and Ronald J. Gilson, 9) registered investment companies in the American Century Investments family of funds.
The following table presents additional information about the trustees. The mailing address for each trustee other than Mr. Thomas is 1665 Charleston Road, Mountain View, California 94043. The mailing address for Mr. Thomas is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Tanya S. Beder
(1955)
Trustee
Since 2011
Chairman and CEO, SBCC Group Inc. (independent advisory services) (2006 to present)
40
CYS Investments, Inc.; Kirby Corporation; Nabors Industries Ltd.
Jeremy I. Bulow
(1954)
Trustee
Since 2011
Professor of Economics, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (1979 to present)
40
None
Anne Casscells
(1958)
Trustee
Since 2016
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, Aetos Alternatives Management (investment advisory firm) (2001 to present); Lecturer in Accounting, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (2009 to 2017)
40
None
Ronald J. Gilson
(1946)
Trustee and Chairman of the Board
Since 1995
(Chairman since 2005)
Charles J. Meyers Professor of Law and Business, Emeritus, Stanford Law School (1979 to 2016); Marc and Eva Stern Professor of Law and Business, Columbia University School of Law (1992 to present)
57
None

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Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Frederick L. A. Grauer
(1946)
Trustee
Since 2008
Senior Advisor, Credit Sesame, Inc. (credit monitoring firm) (2018 to present); Senior Advisor, Course Hero (an educational technology company) (2015 to present)
40
None
Jonathan D. Levin
(1972)
Trustee
Since 2016
Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (2016 to present); Professor, Stanford University, (2000 to present)
40
None
Peter F. Pervere
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2007
Retired
40
None
John B. Shoven
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2002
Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics, Stanford University (1973 to present, emeritus since 2019)
40
Cadence Design Systems; Exponent; Financial Engines
Interested Trustee


Jonathan S. Thomas
(1963)
Trustee
Since 2007
President and Chief Executive Officer, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as Chief Executive Officer, ACS; Executive Vice President, ACIM; Director, ACC, ACIM and other ACC subsidiaries
120
None
The Statement of Additional Information has additional information about the fund's trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Officers

The following table presents certain information about the executive officers of the funds. Each officer serves as an officer for 16 (in the case of Robert J. Leach, 15) investment companies in the American Century family of funds, unless otherwise noted. No officer is compensated for his or her service as an officer of the funds. The listed officers are interested persons of the funds and are appointed or re-appointed on an annual basis. The mailing address for each of the officers listed below is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Offices with the Funds
Principal Occupation(s) During the Past Five Years
Patrick Bannigan
(1965)
President since 2019
Executive Vice President and Director, ACC (2012 to present); Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, ACC (2015 to present); Chief Operating Officer, ACC (2012-2015). Also serves as President, ACS; Vice President, ACIM; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and/or Director, ACIM, ACS and other ACC subsidiaries
R. Wes Campbell
(1974)
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018
Vice President, ACS (2020 to present); Investment Operations and Investment Accounting, ACS (2000 to present)
Amy D. Shelton
(1964)
Chief Compliance Officer and Vice President since 2014
Chief Compliance Officer, American Century funds, (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIM (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIS (2009 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIS
Charles A. Etherington
(1957)
General Counsel since 2007 and Senior Vice President since 2006
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present); Vice President, ACC (2005 to present); General Counsel, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as General Counsel, ACIM, ACS, ACIS and other ACC subsidiaries; and Senior Vice President, ACIM and ACS
C. Jean Wade
(1964)
Vice President since 2012
Senior Vice President, ACS (2017 to present); Vice President ACS (2000 to 2017)
Robert J. Leach
(1966)
Vice President since 2006
Vice President, ACS (2000 to present)
David H. Reinmiller
(1963)
Vice President since 2000
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIM and ACS
Ward D. Stauffer
(1960)
Secretary since 2005
Attorney, ACC (2003 to present)







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Liquidity Risk Management Program


The Fund has adopted a liquidity risk management program (the “program”). The Fund’s Board of Trustees (the "Board") has designated American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) as the administrator of the program. Personnel of ACIM or its affiliates conduct the day-to-day operation of the program pursuant to policies and procedures administered by those members of the ACIM’s Investment Oversight Committee who are members of the ACIM’s Investment Management and Global Analytics departments.

Under the program, ACIM manages the Fund’s liquidity risk, which is the risk that the Fund could not meet shareholder redemption requests without significant dilution of remaining shareholders’ interests in the Fund. This risk is managed by monitoring the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments, limiting the amount of the Fund’s illiquid investments, and utilizing various risk management tools and facilities available to the Fund for meeting shareholder redemptions, among other means. ACIM’s process of determining the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party liquidity assessment vendors.

The Board reviewed a report prepared by ACIM regarding the operation and effectiveness of the program for the period December 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. No significant liquidity events impacting the Fund were noted in the report. In addition, ACIM provided its assessment that the program had been effective in managing the Fund’s liquidity risk.


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Additional Information

Retirement Account Information

As required by law, distributions you receive from certain retirement accounts are subject to federal income tax withholding, unless you elect not to have withholding apply*. Tax will be withheld on the total amount withdrawn even though you may be receiving amounts that are not subject to withholding, such as nondeductible contributions. In such case, excess amounts of withholding could occur. You may adjust your withholding election so that a greater or lesser amount will be withheld.

If you don’t want us to withhold on this amount, you must notify us to not withhold the federal income tax. You may notify us in writing or in certain situations by telephone or through other electronic means. For systematic withdrawals, your withholding election will remain in effect until revoked or changed by filing a new election. You have the right to revoke your election at any time and change your withholding percentage for future distributions.

Remember, even if you elect not to have income tax withheld, you are liable for paying income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal. If you elect not to have income tax withheld or you don’t have enough income tax withheld, you may be responsible for payment of estimated tax. You may incur penalties under the estimated tax rules if your withholding and estimated tax payments are not sufficient. You can reduce or defer the income tax on a distribution by directly or indirectly rolling such distribution over to another IRA or eligible plan. You should consult your tax advisor for additional information.

State tax will be withheld if, at the time of your distribution, your address is within one of the mandatory withholding states and you have federal income tax withheld (or as otherwise required by state law). State taxes will be withheld from your distribution in accordance with the respective state rules.

*Some 403(b), 457 and qualified retirement plan distributions may be subject to 20% mandatory withholding, as they are subject to special tax and withholding rules.  Your plan administrator or plan sponsor is required to provide you with a special tax notice explaining those rules at the time you request a distribution.  If applicable, federal and/or state taxes may be withheld from your distribution amount.


Proxy Voting Policies

Descriptions of the principles and policies that the fund's investment advisor uses in exercising the voting rights associated with the securities purchased and/or held by the fund are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021 or visiting American Century Investments’ website at americancentury.com/proxy. A description of the policies is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. Information regarding how the investment advisor voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available on americancentury.com/proxy. It is also available at sec.gov.


Portfolio Holdings Disclosure
The fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) each month on Form N-MFP. The fund’s Form N-MFP reports are available on its website at americancentury.com and on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. The fund also makes its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the most recent quarter of its fiscal year available on its website at americancentury.com and, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.
 



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Other Tax Information

The following information is provided pursuant to provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.

The fund hereby designates $7,124 as qualified short-term capital gain distributions for purposes of Internal Revenue Code Section 871 for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2020.



















































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Notes

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Notes

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Notes

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Notes

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Notes


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Annual Report
 
 
 
March 31, 2020
 
 
 
Short Duration Fund
 
Investor Class (ACSNX)
 
I Class (ASHHX)
 
A Class (ACSQX)
 
C Class (ACSKX)
 
R Class (ACSPX)
 
R5 Class (ACSUX)
 
R6 Class (ASDDX)







Beginning on January 1, 2021, as permitted by regulations adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission, paper copies of the fund’s shareholder reports like this one will no longer be sent by mail, unless you specifically request paper copies of the reports from the fund or from your financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or bank. Instead, the reports will be made available on a website, and you will be notified by mail each time a report is posted and provided with a website link to access the report.

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Table of Contents
President’s Letter
Performance
Portfolio Commentary
Fund Characteristics
Shareholder Fee Example
Schedule of Investments
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Statement of Operations
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Notes to Financial Statements
Financial Highlights
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Management
Liquidity Risk Management Program
Additional Information



















Any opinions expressed in this report reflect those of the author as of the date of the report, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of American Century Investments® or any other person in the American Century Investments organization. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and American Century Investments disclaims any responsibility to update such opinions. These opinions may not be relied upon as investment advice and, because investment decisions made by American Century Investments funds are based on numerous factors, may not be relied upon as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any American Century Investments fund. Security examples are used for representational purposes only and are not intended as recommendations to purchase or sell securities. Performance information for comparative indices and securities is provided to American Century Investments by third party vendors. To the best of American Century Investments’ knowledge, such information is accurate at the time of printing.



President’s Letter

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Dear Investor:

Thank you for reviewing this annual report for the period ended March 31, 2020. Annual reports help convey important information about fund returns, including market factors that affected performance during the reporting period. For additional insights, please visit americancentury.com.

Virus Outbreak Abruptly Altered Economic, Market Backdrops

Through most of the period, market sentiment was upbeat, partly due to accommodative Federal Reserve (Fed) policy and modest inflation. Improving economic and corporate earnings data and a phase 1 U.S.-China trade deal also helped boost growth outlooks. Against this backdrop, key U.S. stock benchmarks rose to record highs by mid-February, and U.S. bonds continued to advance.

However, beginning in late February, unprecedented social and economic turmoil emerged and reversed the positive trajectory. The COVID-19 epidemic originating in China rapidly spread throughout the world, forcing stay-at-home orders and industry-wide shutdowns. U.S. stocks, corporate bonds and other riskier assets sold off sharply, while U.S. Treasuries rallied in the global flight to quality. The Fed stepped in quickly and aggressively, slashing interest rates to near 0% and enacting massive lending and asset-purchase programs to stabilize the financial system.

The swift and severe sell-off erased the strong stock market gains realized earlier in the period and left key benchmarks with losses for the 12 months. Reflecting their defensive characteristics, high-quality U.S. bonds withstood the turmoil and delivered solid returns for the 12-month period.

Promoting Health and Safety Remains Our Focus

While the market impact of COVID-19 has been severe, reducing the human toll is most important. We are monitoring the situation closely and following guidelines and protocols from all relevant authorities. Our firm has activated a comprehensive Pandemic Response Plan, which includes social distancing and work-from-home mandates, travel restrictions and escalated cleaning regimens at all our facilities. We’ve also launched a Business Continuity Plan to maintain regular business operations and ensure delivery of outstanding service.

We appreciate your confidence in us during these extraordinary times. We have a long history of helping clients weather volatile markets, and we are confident we will meet today’s challenges. In the meantime, the health and safety of you, your family and our employees remain a top priority.

Sincerely,
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Jonathan Thomas
President and Chief Executive Officer
American Century Investments

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Performance
 
Total Returns as of March 31, 2020
 
 
 
 
 
Average Annual Returns
 
 
Ticker
Symbol
1 year
5 years
10 years
Since Inception
Inception
Date
Investor Class
ACSNX
1.31%
1.51%
1.54%
11/30/06
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-3 Year Government/Credit Bond Index
4.53%
1.89%
1.62%
I Class
ASHHX
1.41%
1.78%
4/10/17
A Class
ACSQX
 
 
 
 
11/30/06
No sales charge
 
1.05%
1.26%
1.29%
 
With sales charge
 
-1.19%
0.79%
1.06%
 
C Class
ACSKX
0.30%
0.48%
0.53%
11/30/06
R Class
ACSPX
0.90%
1.01%
1.05%
11/30/06
R5 Class
ACSUX
1.51%
1.71%
1.75%
11/30/06
R6 Class
ASDDX
1.56%
1.79%
7/28/17
Average annual returns since inception are presented when ten years of performance history is not available.

Sales charges include initial sales charges and contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs), as applicable. A Class shares have a 2.25% maximum initial sales charge and may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. C Class shares redeemed within 12 months of purchase are subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. The SEC requires that mutual funds provide performance information net of maximum sales charges in all cases where charges could be applied.


















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Growth of $10,000 Over 10 Years
$10,000 investment made March 31, 2010
Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure.

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Value on March 31, 2020
 
Investor Class — $11,657
 
 
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-3 Year Government/Credit Bond Index — $11,747
 

Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
Investor Class
I Class
A Class
C Class
R Class
R5 Class
R6 Class
0.59%
0.49%
0.84%
1.59%
1.09%
0.39%
0.34%
The total annual fund operating expenses shown is as stated in the fund’s prospectus current as of the date of this report. The prospectus may vary from the expense ratio shown elsewhere in this report because it is based on a different time period, includes acquired fund fees and expenses, and, if applicable, does not include fee waivers or expense reimbursements.

















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Portfolio Commentary

Portfolio Managers: Bob Gahagan, Hando Aguilar, Jeff Houston, James Platz and Charles Tan

Performance Summary

Short Duration returned 1.31%* for the 12 months ended March 31, 2020. By comparison, the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-3 Year Government/Credit Bond Index gained 4.53%. Returns for the fund and the index largely reflected the defensive characteristics of the broad U.S. investment-grade bond market in the face of unprecedented market unrest in early 2020.

The reporting period began on an upbeat note for bond investors. The Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) early 2019 pivot toward dovish policy set the stage for rate cuts in July, September and October. This action, along with modest economic and earnings growth and low inflation, generally supported solid gains for U.S. bonds. By year-end 2019, global economic data improved, the U.S. and China signed a phase 1 trade deal and the Fed suggested it would hold rates steady through 2020.

Conditions deteriorated rapidly within the first quarter of 2020. As the COVID-19 epidemic originating in China expanded into a pandemic, nervous fixed-income investors scrambled to shed credit risk and seek shelter in cash. Market volatility soared and liquidity sank. In response, the Fed slashed short-term rates to near 0% and launched a series of initiatives to stabilize the financial markets. Separately, Congress passed a $2 trillion fiscal relief package. Reflecting market sentiment, the 10-year Treasury yield started the period at 2.41% and closed at 0.68% after touching a record-low 0.54% in early March. The two-year Treasury yield followed a similar path during the 12-month period, dropping from 2.27% to 0.22%, including a 135-basis-point decline in the first quarter of 2020.

Amid a global flight to quality, riskier investments, including corporate and securitized bonds, suffered significant losses. The Fed’s rescue programs helped stabilize credit-sensitive sectors of the fixed-income universe, including mortgage-backed securities, municipal bonds (munis) and investment-grade corporate bonds. Against this backdrop, an underweight position in Treasuries, relative to the benchmark, accounted for much of Short Duration’s underperformance.

Securitized Exposure Hindered Performance

We continued to underweight Treasuries and government agencies relative to the index in favor of spread (non-Treasury) sectors, including securitized bonds and corporate issues. This strategy diminished returns amid the late-period rush for stability and liquidity.

Throughout the period, we maintained an overweight position in securitized bonds, believing the sector offered better relative value and less volatility than corporate credit issues. The strategy generally aided performance during risk-on periods, but it proved detrimental amid the coronavirus sell-off. Forced selling created havoc for the sector, as the credit-sensitive holdings we favored, including non-agency commercial mortgage-backed securities, collateralized mortgage obligations and asset-backed securities, were hardest hit. Agency-backed mortgages recovered slightly after the Fed announced its asset-purchase plan, which included agency mortgages.





*All fund returns referenced in this commentary are for Investor Class shares. Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure; when Investor Class performance exceeds that of the index, other share classes may not. See page 3 for returns for all share classes.

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Corporate, Non-Index Securities Weighed on Results

As sentiment on the economy started to soften during 2019, we reduced our allocation to the corporate bond sector. Combined with our view that the credit cycle had entered its final stage, we believed that valuations among corporate bonds had advanced to levels in line with fundamentals. In addition to trimming exposure, we maintained a higher-quality bias, given the then uncertainties surrounding the effects of tariffs on corporate earnings. We also reduced our out-of-index stake in high-yield bonds. Although our corporate exposure suffered with all risk assets in the early 2020 decline, investment-grade securities recovered slightly late in the period on news the Fed would purchase corporate bonds.

Portfolio Positioning

The economic downturn during the first quarter was swift and severe, but we do not expect an equally swift, or V-shaped, recovery. The consumer is the main driver of the U.S. economy, and we believe the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will weigh on consumer sentiment—and job and economic growth—for several months. Ultimately, this crisis requires a medical solution.

With its massive financial rescue package, the Fed has demonstrated it will take extraordinary steps to maintain broad market liquidity and assure credit market stability. However, we don’t expect the Fed to ease further, as policymakers previously noted an unwillingness to push rates below zero. Additionally, the effects of significant fiscal stimulus should allow the Fed to keep rates steady.

Heightened volatility often creates market disruptions that lead to attractive buying opportunities. In the first quarter’s flight to quality, we identified such opportunities in the securitized, corporate credit and muni sectors. We’re remaining cautious and defensive in our positioning, focusing on high-quality securities and positioning our portfolio to weather a U-shaped recovery. We’re emphasizing securities the Fed is buying—high-quality corporate, mortgage and muni securities and Treasury inflation-protected securities.

At the same time, we’re reviewing each portfolio holding, eliminating securities we’re uncomfortable holding in the current environment. In particular, we’ve reduced exposure to securitized securities. We believe rising unemployment and the broad economic shutdown created by the pandemic will create challenges for certain segments of the mortgage market. We’ve also hedged overall risk in the portfolio via credit default swaps. As always, we favor a bottom-up approach to portfolio management, emphasizing careful security selection.




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Fund Characteristics 
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Portfolio at a Glance
 
Average Duration (effective)
2.5 years
Weighted Average Life to Maturity
2.5 years
 
 
Types of Investments in Portfolio
% of net assets
Corporate Bonds
45.9%
U.S. Treasury Securities
24.8%
Asset-Backed Securities
14.5%
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations
7.9%
Collateralized Loan Obligations
2.2%
U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities
0.4%
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities
0.4%
Bank Loan Obligations
—*
Temporary Cash Investments
3.9%
Other Assets and Liabilities
—*
*Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.


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Shareholder Fee Example

Fund shareholders may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments and redemption/exchange fees; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in your fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing cost of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 made at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020.

Actual Expenses

The table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each class. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. First, identify the share class you own. Then simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

If you hold Investor Class shares of any American Century Investments fund, or I Class shares of the American Century Diversified Bond Fund, in an American Century Investments account (i.e., not through a financial intermediary or employer-sponsored retirement plan account), American Century Investments may charge you a $25.00 annual account maintenance fee if the value of those shares is less than $10,000. We will redeem shares automatically in one of your accounts to pay the $25.00 fee. In determining your total eligible investment amount, we will include your investments in all personal accounts (including American Century Investments brokerage accounts) registered under your Social Security number. Personal accounts include individual accounts, joint accounts, UGMA/UTMA accounts, personal trusts, Coverdell Education Savings Accounts and IRAs (including traditional, Roth, Rollover, SEP-, SARSEP- and SIMPLE-IRAs), and certain other retirement accounts. If you have only business, business retirement, employer-sponsored or American Century Investments brokerage accounts, you are currently not subject to this fee. If you are subject to the account maintenance fee, your account value could be reduced by the fee amount.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The table also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the actual expense ratio of each class of your fund and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the actual return of a fund’s share class. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or redemption/exchange fees. Therefore, the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.


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Beginning
Account Value
10/1/19
Ending
Account Value
3/31/20
Expenses Paid
During Period
(1)
10/1/19 - 3/31/20
 
Annualized
Expense Ratio
(1)
Actual
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$993.90
$2.94
0.59%
I Class
$1,000
$994.40
$2.44
0.49%
A Class
$1,000
$992.60
$4.18
0.84%
C Class
$1,000
$987.90
$7.90
1.59%
R Class
$1,000
$991.40
$5.43
1.09%
R5 Class
$1,000
$994.90
$1.95
0.39%
R6 Class
$1,000
$995.10
$1.70
0.34%
Hypothetical
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,022.05
$2.98
0.59%
I Class
$1,000
$1,022.55
$2.48
0.49%
A Class
$1,000
$1,020.80
$4.24
0.84%
C Class
$1,000
$1,017.05
$8.02
1.59%
R Class
$1,000
$1,019.55
$5.50
1.09%
R5 Class
$1,000
$1,023.05
$1.97
0.39%
R6 Class
$1,000
$1,023.30
$1.72
0.34%
(1)
Expenses are equal to the class's annualized expense ratio listed in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 183, the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year, divided by 366, to reflect the one-half year period. Annualized expense ratio reflects actual expenses, including any applicable fee waivers or expense reimbursements and excluding any acquired fund fees and expenses.

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Schedule of Investments

MARCH 31, 2020
 
Principal Amount
Value
CORPORATE BONDS — 45.9%
 
 
Aerospace and Defense — 0.2%
 
 
Boeing Co. (The), 2.70%, 5/1/22
$
1,000,000

$
955,706

Air Freight and Logistics — 0.3%
 
 
FedEx Corp., 3.40%, 1/14/22
1,000,000

1,006,338

Auto Components — 0.1%
 
 
ZF North America Capital, Inc., 4.00%, 4/29/20(1)
476,000

473,627

Automobiles — 1.8%
 
 
Daimler Finance North America LLC, 3.40%, 2/22/22(1)
1,000,000

972,617

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 5.09%, 1/7/21
1,200,000

1,158,744

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 3.35%, 11/1/22
2,000,000

1,850,000

General Motors Financial Co., Inc., 3.20%, 7/6/21
1,500,000

1,433,487

General Motors Financial Co., Inc., 4.20%, 11/6/21
1,000,000

951,475

Hyundai Capital America, 2.375%, 2/10/23(1)
670,000

632,912

 
 
6,999,235

Banks — 12.3%
 
 
Bank of America Corp., MTN, VRN, 2.33%, 10/1/21
1,520,000

1,518,075

Bank of America Corp., VRN, 3.00%, 12/20/23
2,713,000

2,767,660

Barclays Bank plc, 5.14%, 10/14/20
1,520,000

1,534,833

BBVA Bancomer SA, 6.75%, 9/30/22
1,100,000

1,097,624

Capital One N.A., 2.25%, 9/13/21
1,000,000

981,149

CIT Group, Inc., 5.00%, 8/15/22
500,000

491,260

Citibank N.A., VRN, 3.17%, 2/19/22
3,000,000

3,018,710

Citigroup, Inc., 2.90%, 12/8/21
715,000

722,059

Citigroup, Inc., 2.75%, 4/25/22
34,000

34,203

Credit Suisse AG, 2.10%, 11/12/21
1,700,000

1,693,626

Fifth Third BanCorp., 2.375%, 1/28/25
1,430,000

1,395,570

FNB Corp., 2.20%, 2/24/23
530,000

520,937

HSBC Holdings plc, VRN, 2.63%, 11/7/25
2,000,000

1,943,840

Huntington National Bank (The), 3.125%, 4/1/22
1,000,000

1,013,989

JPMorgan Chase & Co., VRN, 2.78%, 4/25/23
1,800,000

1,824,418

Lloyds Bank plc, 2.25%, 8/14/22
1,000,000

997,497

MUFG Union Bank N.A., 2.10%, 12/9/22
3,220,000

3,182,940

National Australia Bank Ltd., 1.875%, 12/13/22
2,625,000

2,612,349

National Bank of Canada, MTN, 2.10%, 2/1/23
2,293,000

2,286,552

Santander UK plc, 2.10%, 1/13/23
2,200,000

2,136,375

Synchrony Bank, 3.65%, 5/24/21
1,000,000

987,901

Toronto-Dominion Bank (The), MTN, 2.65%, 6/12/24
2,260,000

2,311,605

Truist Bank, 2.80%, 5/17/22
1,000,000

1,013,310

Truist Bank, VRN, 0.88%, (SOFR plus 0.73%), 3/9/23
1,340,000

1,221,116

Truist Financial Corp., MTN, 2.20%, 3/16/23
2,000,000

2,006,512

US Bank N.A., 1.80%, 1/21/22
4,700,000

4,696,502

Wells Fargo Bank N.A., VRN, 2.08%, 9/9/22
2,000,000

1,992,082


10


 
Principal Amount
Value
Westpac Banking Corp., 2.75%, 1/11/23
$
2,290,000

$
2,333,217

 
 
48,335,911

Biotechnology — 2.1%
 
 
AbbVie, Inc., 2.30%, 11/21/22(1)
4,670,000

4,672,236

Amgen, Inc., 3.625%, 5/15/22
1,500,000

1,555,891

Biogen, Inc., 3.625%, 9/15/22
500,000

514,060

Gilead Sciences, Inc., 3.25%, 9/1/22
1,500,000

1,535,873

 
 
8,278,060

Capital Markets — 3.4%
 
 
Banco BTG Pactual SA, 4.50%, 1/10/25(1)
2,200,000

1,936,000

Bank of New York Mellon Corp. (The), MTN, 1.85%, 1/27/23
3,350,000

3,368,404

Credit Suisse Group AG, VRN, 2.59%, 9/11/25(1)
250,000

237,943

Goldman Sachs BDC, Inc., 3.75%, 2/10/25
326,000

302,821

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 3.00%, 4/26/22
850,000

856,488

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 3.20%, 2/23/23
1,700,000

1,737,040

Morgan Stanley, MTN, 5.50%, 7/28/21
1,000,000

1,038,937

Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp., 3.50%, 2/25/25
360,000

324,018

State Street Corp., VRN, 2.83%, 3/30/23(1)
110,000

111,079

UBS Group AG, 2.65%, 2/1/22(1)
3,540,000

3,537,527

 
 
13,450,257

Chemicals — 0.1%
 
 
Ashland LLC, 4.75%, 8/15/22
108,000

107,190

Olin Corp., 5.50%, 8/15/22
500,000

464,218

 
 
571,408

Commercial Services and Supplies — 0.1%
 
 
Nielsen Finance LLC / Nielsen Finance Co., 5.00%, 4/15/22(1)
500,000

463,580

Consumer Finance — 1.2%
 
 
Ally Financial, Inc., 4.625%, 3/30/25
722,000

694,553

American Express Co., 3.00%, 2/22/21
1,000,000

1,006,921

Capital One Bank USA N.A., 3.375%, 2/15/23
1,400,000

1,371,542

Discover Financial Services, 3.85%, 11/21/22
1,500,000

1,532,676

 
 
4,605,692

Diversified Telecommunication Services — 2.9%
 
 
AT&T, Inc., 4.45%, 5/15/21
1,500,000

1,534,967

AT&T, Inc., 3.00%, 6/30/22
2,000,000

2,019,354

Deutsche Telekom International Finance BV, 2.82%, 1/19/22(1)
4,000,000

3,974,839

Ooredoo International Finance Ltd., MTN, 4.75%, 2/16/21
2,200,000

2,198,186

Verizon Communications, Inc., 2.95%, 3/15/22
1,061,000

1,083,117

Verizon Communications, Inc., 2.45%, 11/1/22
646,000

657,219

 
 
11,467,682

Electric Utilities — 0.1%
 
 
Florida Power & Light Co., 2.85%, 4/1/25
500,000

526,173

Entertainment — 0.9%
 
 
Netflix, Inc., 5.50%, 2/15/22
1,000,000

1,025,000

Walt Disney Co. (The), 3.35%, 3/24/25
2,220,000

2,426,362

 
 
3,451,362


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Principal Amount
Value
Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 0.9%
 
 
Crown Castle International Corp., 2.25%, 9/1/21
$
2,000,000

$
1,973,484

Equinix, Inc., 5.875%, 1/15/26
700,000

718,144

Simon Property Group LP, 2.75%, 6/1/23
895,000

883,260

 
 
3,574,888

Food and Staples Retailing — 0.1%
 
 
Sysco Corp., 5.65%, 4/1/25(2)
550,000

573,291

      
 
 
Food Products — 0.8%
 
 
Conagra Brands, Inc., 3.80%, 10/22/21
1,000,000

1,008,624

Mondelez International Holdings Netherlands BV, 2.00%, 10/28/21(1)
2,000,000

1,992,886

 
 
3,001,510

Health Care Equipment and Supplies — 0.6%
 
 
Becton Dickinson and Co., 2.89%, 6/6/22
1,000,000

1,001,632

DH Europe Finance II Sarl, 2.05%, 11/15/22
1,500,000

1,473,074

 
 
2,474,706

Health Care Providers and Services — 1.5%
 
 
CVS Health Corp., 3.70%, 3/9/23
2,000,000

2,084,514

Express Scripts Holding Co., 2.60%, 11/30/20
2,000,000

1,997,442

Fresenius Medical Care US Finance II, Inc., 4.125%, 10/15/20(1)
850,000

844,578

Universal Health Services, Inc., 4.75%, 8/1/22(1)
1,000,000

1,001,859

 
 
5,928,393

Household Durables — 1.1%
 
 
D.R. Horton, Inc., 2.55%, 12/1/20
1,000,000

986,243

Lennar Corp., 2.95%, 11/29/20
1,500,000

1,475,550

Toll Brothers Finance Corp., 4.375%, 4/15/23
2,000,000

1,917,490

 
 
4,379,283

Insurance — 0.7%
 
 
Metropolitan Life Global Funding I, 1.95%, 1/13/23(1)
2,625,000

2,572,580

IT Services — 0.6%
 
 
International Business Machines Corp., 2.85%, 5/13/22
2,000,000

2,056,040

Western Union Co. (The), 2.85%, 1/10/25
130,000

129,649

 
 
2,185,689

Machinery — 0.5%
 
 
John Deere Capital Corp., MTN, 1.20%, 4/6/23
2,000,000

1,962,323

Otis Worldwide Corp., VRN, 2.09%, 4/5/23(1)
180,000

171,392

 
 
2,133,715

Media — 2.4%
 
 
Discovery Communications LLC, 3.80%, 3/13/24
800,000

796,632

Fox Corp., 3.05%, 4/7/25(2)
205,000

207,201

Omnicom Group, Inc. / Omnicom Capital, Inc., 3.625%, 5/1/22
2,000,000

2,034,886

Time Warner Cable LLC, 4.125%, 2/15/21
1,050,000

1,053,329

ViacomCBS, Inc., 4.50%, 3/1/21
1,000,000

1,002,259

ViacomCBS, Inc., 3.875%, 4/1/24
2,250,000

2,246,422

VTR Finance BV, 6.875%, 1/15/24
2,100,000

1,918,865

 
 
9,259,594


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Principal Amount
Value
Metals and Mining — 0.6%
 
 
Alcoa Nederland Holding BV, 6.75%, 9/30/24(1)
$
700,000

$
684,019

HTA Group Ltd., 9.125%, 3/8/22
1,000,000

923,446

Steel Dynamics, Inc., 5.25%, 4/15/23
750,000

732,988

 
 
2,340,453

Multi-Utilities — 1.3%
 
 
CenterPoint Energy, Inc., 3.60%, 11/1/21
2,000,000

1,997,046

DTE Energy Co., 2.25%, 11/1/22
1,500,000

1,486,611

Sempra Energy, 2.85%, 11/15/20
1,500,000

1,495,890

 
 
4,979,547

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 3.8%
 
 
Continental Resources, Inc., 5.00%, 9/15/22
275,000

170,739

Energy Transfer Partners LP / Regency Energy Finance Corp., 5.875%, 3/1/22
1,500,000

1,410,105

Gazprom PJSC Via Gaz Capital SA, 6.00%, 1/23/21
2,200,000

2,240,963

Lukoil International Finance BV, 6.125%, 11/9/20
2,200,000

2,227,481

MPLX LP, 5.25%, 1/15/25(1)
400,000

352,730

Ovintiv, Inc., 3.90%, 11/15/21
930,000

638,174

Petroleos Mexicanos, 4.875%, 1/24/22
2,050,000

1,774,451

Phillips 66, 4.30%, 4/1/22
2,000,000

2,008,755

Sabine Pass Liquefaction LLC, 5.625%, 2/1/21
1,310,000

1,289,204

Saudi Arabian Oil Co., MTN, 2.75%, 4/16/22
1,100,000

1,078,462

Williams Cos., Inc. (The), 4.125%, 11/15/20
1,000,000

988,699

Williams Cos., Inc. (The), 7.875%, 9/1/21
1,000,000

944,797

 
 
15,124,560

Pharmaceuticals — 1.6%
 
 
Bristol-Myers Squibb Co., 2.60%, 5/16/22(1)
2,000,000

2,042,430

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co., 3.25%, 8/15/22(1)
1,000,000

1,039,371

Elanco Animal Health, Inc., 5.02%, 8/28/23
2,000,000

2,026,681

Mylan NV, 3.15%, 6/15/21
1,000,000

991,134

 
 
6,099,616

Road and Rail — 0.3%
 
 
United Rentals North America, Inc., 6.50%, 12/15/26
1,250,000

1,275,688

Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment — 0.5%
 
 
Broadcom Corp. / Broadcom Cayman Finance Ltd., 2.20%, 1/15/21
2,000,000

1,974,582

Software — 0.5%
 
 
Oracle Corp., 2.50%, 10/15/22
1,075,000

1,100,871

Oracle Corp., 2.50%, 4/1/25(2)
820,000

838,079

 
 
1,938,950

Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 0.5%
 
 
Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 5.875%, 6/15/21(1)
331,000

331,000

Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 5.45%, 6/15/23(1)
1,505,000

1,546,306

 
 
1,877,306

Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods — 0.4%
 
 
NIKE, Inc., 2.40%, 3/27/25
1,500,000

1,556,006

Thrifts and Mortgage Finance — 0.5%
 
 
Nationwide Building Society, 2.00%, 1/27/23(1)
2,200,000

2,156,297


13


 
Principal Amount
Value
Transportation Infrastructure — 0.5%
 
 
DP World plc, MTN, 3.25%, 5/18/20
$
1,900,000

$
1,872,569

Wireless Telecommunication Services — 0.7%
 
 
VEON Holdings BV, 3.95%, 6/16/21
1,100,000

1,095,820

Vodafone Group plc, 2.95%, 2/19/23
1,500,000

1,533,382

 
 
2,629,202

TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS
(Cost $184,395,989)
 
180,493,456

U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES — 24.8%
 
 
U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.375%, 10/31/20(3)
800,000

805,797

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.625%, 12/31/21
3,000,000

3,073,652

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.875%, 3/31/22(3)
1,000,000

1,032,969

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.75%, 7/15/22
12,500,000

12,933,350

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.50%, 9/15/22
20,000,000

20,610,547

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.875%, 9/30/22
10,000,000

10,406,640

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.625%, 12/15/22
20,000,000

20,737,890

U.S. Treasury Notes, 0.50%, 3/15/23
27,800,000

27,977,008

TOTAL U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES
(Cost $95,239,584)
 
97,577,853

ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES — 14.5%
 
 
Argent Securities, Inc., Series 2004-W8, Class M1, VRN, 1.77%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.83%), 5/25/34
2,338,980

2,147,805

Avis Budget Rental Car Funding AESOP LLC, Series 2015-2A, Class B, 3.42%, 12/20/21(1)
675,000

665,667

BRE Grand Islander Timeshare Issuer LLC, Series 2017-1A, Class B, 3.24%, 5/25/29(1)
230,831

225,601

BRE Grand Islander Timeshare Issuer LLC, Series 2019-A, Class A SEQ, 3.28%, 9/26/33(1)
1,490,490

1,480,461

Goodgreen, Series 2018-1A, Class A, VRN, 3.93%, 10/15/53(1)
671,023

689,166

Hertz Fleet Lease Funding LP, Series 2017-1, Class A1, VRN, 1.51%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.65%), 4/10/31(1)
427,917

426,782

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2014-AA, Class A SEQ, 1.77%, 11/25/26(1)
145,915

144,818

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2014-AA, Class B, 2.07%, 11/25/26(1)
102,999

102,093

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2017-AA, Class A SEQ, 2.66%, 12/26/28(1)
253,204

249,571

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2018-AA, Class B, 3.70%, 2/25/32(1)
1,592,371

1,589,840

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2019-AA, Class B, 2.54%, 7/25/33(1)
1,894,923

1,563,430

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2017-SFR2, Class B, VRN, 1.95%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 12/17/36(1)
2,400,000

2,155,791

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class B, VRN, 1.75%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.95%), 3/17/37(1)
2,575,000

2,325,779

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class C, VRN, 2.05%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.25%), 3/17/37(1)
2,000,000

1,770,349

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR2, Class C, VRN, 1.98%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.28%), 6/17/37(1)
1,450,000

1,311,053

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class B, VRN, 1.95%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 7/17/37(1)
1,450,000

1,314,683

MVW LLC, Series 2019-2A, Class B, 2.44%, 10/20/38(1)
2,543,466

2,360,256

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2013-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.15%, 4/22/30(1)
218,902

218,771


14


 
Principal Amount
Value
MVW Owner Trust, Series 2014-1A, Class B, 2.70%, 9/22/31(1)
$
479,920

$
476,015

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2015-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.52%, 12/20/32(1)
260,723

257,349

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2016-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.25%, 12/20/33(1)
199,412

195,052

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2017-1A, Class B, 2.75%, 12/20/34(1)
944,306

921,634

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2018-1A, Class B, 3.60%, 1/21/36(1)
1,202,631

1,143,364

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2017-SFR1, Class A SEQ, 2.77%, 8/17/34(1)
1,070,490

1,068,062

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2017-SFR2, Class A SEQ, 2.90%, 12/17/34(1)
2,121,052

2,133,512

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class A SEQ, 3.26%, 3/17/35(1)
1,997,569

1,978,640

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class C, 3.68%, 3/17/35(1)
1,250,000

1,235,426

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR2, Class C, 4.04%, 8/17/35(1)
1,775,000

1,771,402

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR2, Class D, 4.34%, 8/17/35(1)
1,075,000

1,057,670

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class B, 4.08%, 10/17/35(1)
2,700,000

2,726,766

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class C, 4.18%, 10/17/35(1)
1,775,000

1,779,244

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR2, Class B, 3.45%, 5/17/36(1)
2,600,000

2,595,596

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR3, Class B, 2.57%, 9/17/36(1)
2,100,000

2,020,693

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR4, Class A SEQ, 2.69%, 10/17/36(1)
3,650,000

3,607,564

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2020-SFR1, Class C, 2.18%, 4/17/37(1)
1,250,000

1,132,682

Sierra Timeshare Conduit Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.91%, 3/20/34(1)
209,184

206,639

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2015-3A, Class A SEQ, 2.58%, 9/20/32(1)
229,147

227,480

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2016-1A, Class A SEQ, 3.08%, 3/21/33(1)
177,482

176,683

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2016-2A, Class A SEQ, 2.33%, 7/20/33(1)
164,680

162,764

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2018-2A, Class B, 3.65%, 6/20/35(1)
1,338,801

1,279,975

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2018-3A, Class B, 3.87%, 9/20/35(1)
369,432

370,757

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2018-3A, Class C, 4.17%, 9/20/35(1)
1,027,481

1,031,323

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2019-2A, Class D, 4.54%, 5/20/36(1)
694,016

688,220

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2019-3A, Class D, 4.18%, 8/20/36(1)
877,392

791,749

Starwood Waypoint Homes Trust, Series 2017-1, Class A SEQ, VRN, 1.65%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.95%), 1/17/35(1)
1,853,764

1,733,680

Towd Point Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-6, Class A1, VRN, 2.75%, 10/25/57(1)
1,170,178

1,171,754

Towd Point Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-4, Class A1, VRN, 3.00%, 6/25/58(1)
415,326

410,815

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2016-A, Class A SEQ, 2.54%, 7/20/33(1)
838,646

824,719


15


 
Principal Amount
Value
VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2017-A, Class B, 2.63%, 3/20/35(1)
$
555,447

$
542,355

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2018-A, Class B, 3.72%, 2/20/36(1)
599,318

592,936

TOTAL ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $59,410,583)
 
57,054,436

COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS — 7.9%
 
 
Private Sponsor Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 4.5%
 
 
Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-12, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.74%, 2/25/35
210,044

191,098

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2006-1, Class A1, VRN, 3.84%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.25%), 2/25/36
386,091

363,952

Bunker Hill Loan Depositary Trust, Series 2019-3, Class A1 SEQ, 2.72%, 11/25/59(1)
1,039,601

1,012,313

Citicorp Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2007-8, Class 1A3, 6.00%, 9/25/37
344,884

358,846

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2004-UST1, Class A4, VRN, 3.74%, 8/25/34
169,322

150,120

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2004-UST1, Class A5, VRN, 3.79%, 8/25/34
570,272

513,140

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2005-4, Class A, VRN, 4.59%, 8/25/35
154,925

144,353

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2005-6, Class A2, VRN, 4.55%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.15%), 9/25/35
198,943

185,251

Countrywide Home Loan Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2004-4, Class A19, 5.25%, 5/25/34
97,962

100,431

Countrywide Home Loan Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2004-5, Class 2A4, 5.50%, 5/25/34
81,012

79,562

Countrywide Home Loan Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2005-17, Class 1A11, 5.50%, 9/25/35
2,035

1,875

Credit Suisse Mortgage Trust, Series 2019-NQM1, Class A1, 2.66%, 10/25/59(1)
997,937

969,012

Credit Suisse Mortgage Trust, Series 2020-AFC1, Class A1, VRN, 2.24%, 2/25/50(1)
1,478,630

1,322,177

First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2005-AR3, Class 4A1, VRN, 5.01%, 8/25/35
164,025

158,484

First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2006-AR4, Class 1A2, VRN, 3.99%, 1/25/37
703,238

548,623

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-AR5, Class 3A3, VRN, 4.31%, 5/25/34
78,167

69,607

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR1, Class 3A1, VRN, 4.00%, 1/25/35
64,629

58,084

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR6, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.10%, 9/25/35
413,447

391,408

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2005-A6, Class 7A1, VRN, 4.19%, 8/25/35
214,108

196,857

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2014-5, Class A1, VRN, 2.96%, 10/25/29(1)
324,556

328,152

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-6, Class 1A4 SEQ, VRN, 3.50%, 12/25/48(1)
282,480

280,872

MASTR Adjustable Rate Mortgages Trust, Series 2004-13, Class 3A7, VRN, 4.68%, 11/21/34
254,412

242,723

Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Series 2005-A2, Class A1, VRN, 3.73%, 2/25/35
249,466

220,482

New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2017-2A, Class A3, VRN, 4.00%, 3/25/57(1)
1,448,379

1,514,236

New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2017-5A, Class A1, VRN, 2.45%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.50%), 6/25/57(1)
1,352,564

1,295,893


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Principal Amount
Value
Residential Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2019-2, Class A1 SEQ, VRN, 2.91%, 5/25/59(1)
$
988,588

$
972,992

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-7, Class A4 SEQ, VRN, 3.50%, 10/25/47(1)
492,454

498,840

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-CH1, Class A1, VRN, 4.00%, 8/25/47(1)
1,204,565

1,225,002

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-CH2, Class A10 SEQ, VRN, 4.00%, 12/25/47(1)
450,427

452,842

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-2, Class A4 SEQ, VRN, 3.50%, 2/25/48(1)
649,028

653,632

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-CH2, Class A12 SEQ, VRN, 4.00%, 6/25/48(1)
340,060

342,547

Structured Adjustable Rate Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-8, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.78%, 7/25/34
86,507

80,436

Thornburg Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2006-4, Class A2B, VRN, 4.43%, 7/25/36
526,057

451,652

Verus Securitization Trust, Series 2019-3, Class A1, 2.78%, 7/25/59(1)
70,133

68,846

WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-AR3, Class A1, VRN, 3.62%, 3/25/35
213,309

196,047

WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-AR7, Class A3, VRN, 4.26%, 8/25/35
340,463

305,415

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR1, Class 2A5 SEQ, VRN, 4.07%, 3/25/36
616,924

536,361

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR12, Class 1A1, VRN, 4.71%, 9/25/36
96,566

86,279

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR14, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.55%, 10/25/36
55,638

48,907

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR15, Class A1, VRN, 4.61%, 10/25/36
38,311

33,625

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR16, Class A1, VRN, 4.49%, 10/25/36
257,293

227,827

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR19, Class A1, VRN, 4.35%, 12/25/36
523,616

464,496

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR5, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.14%, 4/25/36
339,890

321,021

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2007-15, Class A1, 6.00%, 11/25/37
83,449

75,667

 
 
17,739,985

U.S. Government Agency Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 3.4%
 
FHLMC, Series 2015-HQ2, Class M3, VRN, 4.20%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.25%), 5/25/25
550,000

490,287

FNMA, Series 2006-60, Class KF, VRN, 1.25%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.30%), 7/25/36
581,928

573,580

FNMA, Series 2009-33, Class FB, VRN, 1.77%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.82%), 3/25/37
651,464

656,263

FNMA, Series 2014-C02, Class 1M2, VRN, 3.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.60%), 5/25/24
448,282

406,958

FNMA, Series 2014-C02, Class 2M2, VRN, 3.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.60%), 5/25/24
640,202

588,389

FNMA, Series 2016-55, Class PI, IO, 4.00%, 8/25/46
19,074,601

3,361,761

FNMA, Series 2016-C03, Class 2M2, VRN, 6.85%, (1-month LIBOR plus 5.90%), 10/25/28
349,696

344,720

FNMA, Series 2016-C04, Class 1M2, VRN, 5.20%, (1-month LIBOR plus 4.25%), 1/25/29
927,790

882,230

FNMA, Series 2017-7, Class AI, IO, 6.00%, 2/25/47
13,129,869

3,140,333


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Principal Amount
Value
FNMA, Series 2017-C03, Class 1M2, VRN, 3.95%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 10/25/29
$
1,200,000

$
1,078,495

FNMA, Series 2017-C05, Class 1M2, VRN, 3.15%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.20%), 1/25/30
708,443

633,756

FNMA, Series 413, Class C27, IO, 4.00%, 7/25/42
6,288,216

985,334

 
 
13,142,106

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $31,698,602)
 
30,882,091

COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS — 2.2%
 
 
Bean Creek CLO Ltd., Series 2015-1A, Class BR, VRN, 3.27%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.45%), 4/20/31(1)
600,000

533,760

CBAM Ltd., Series 2018-5A, Class B1, VRN, 3.24%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.40%), 4/17/31(1)
1,200,000

1,063,852

CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2013-2A, Class A2LR, VRN, 3.43%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 10/18/30(1)
1,000,000

927,041

KKR CLO Ltd., Series 2022A, Class B, VRN, 3.42%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 7/20/31(1)
500,000

459,646

LCM XIV LP, Series 2014A, Class BR, VRN, 3.40%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.58%), 7/20/31(1)
1,250,000

1,134,292

Magnetite XXIV Ltd., Series 2019-24A, Class B, VRN, 3.76%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.85%), 1/15/33(1)
1,000,000

893,485

Octagon Investment Partners 45 Ltd., Series 2019-1A, Class B1, VRN, 3.68%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.85%), 10/15/32(1)
2,400,000

2,226,158

Voya CLO Ltd., Series 2013-2A, Class A2AR, VRN, 3.19%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.40%), 4/25/31(1)
1,000,000

903,339

Voya CLO Ltd., Series 2013-3A, Class A2RR, VRN, 3.52%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.70%), 10/18/31(1)
750,000

688,280

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $9,678,640)
 
8,829,853

U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 0.4%
 
Adjustable-Rate U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities — 0.3%
 
FHLMC, VRN, 4.21%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.25%), 9/1/35
250,656

254,535

FHLMC, VRN, 4.39%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.86%), 7/1/36
30,666

31,190

FHLMC, VRN, 4.51%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.88%), 7/1/40
87,974

90,220

FHLMC, VRN, 3.90%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.78%), 9/1/40
65,595

66,964

FHLMC, VRN, 4.77%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.88%), 5/1/41
88,530

90,560

FHLMC, VRN, 4.00%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.87%), 7/1/41
145,309

149,248

FHLMC, VRN, 3.76%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.88%), 10/1/41
85,794

87,046

FHLMC, VRN, 3.67%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.65%), 12/1/42
175,119

178,051

FHLMC, VRN, 3.64%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.64%), 2/1/43
42,438

43,213

FHLMC, VRN, 4.51%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.63%), 5/1/43
24,520

24,821

FHLMC, VRN, 4.43%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.65%), 6/1/43
19,259

19,381

FHLMC, VRN, 4.50%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.62%), 6/1/43
813

821

FNMA, VRN, 3.49%, (6-month LIBOR plus 1.57%), 6/1/35
88,728

90,374

FNMA, VRN, 3.50%, (6-month LIBOR plus 1.57%), 6/1/35
181,242

184,438

FNMA, VRN, 3.77%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.71%), 12/1/37
3,761

3,840

FNMA, VRN, 4.02%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.69%), 8/1/39
36,619

37,419

FNMA, VRN, 3.69%, (12-month LIBOR plus 1.69%), 1/1/40
20,826

21,245

 
 
1,373,366

Fixed-Rate U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities — 0.1%
 
FHLMC, 5.50%, 12/1/36
794

871


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Principal Amount/Shares
Value
FNMA, 5.00%, 7/1/20
$
520

$
548

FNMA, 3.50%, 3/1/34
296,896

312,952

FNMA, 5.50%, 7/1/36
1,892

2,118

 
 
316,489

TOTAL U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $1,699,470)
1,689,855

COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 0.4%
 
 
JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2014-C21, Class B, VRN, 4.34%, 8/15/47
(Cost $1,558,703)
1,475,000

1,482,545

BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS(4)†
 
 
Pharmaceuticals 
 
 
Bausch Health Companies Inc., 2018 Term Loan B, 3.61%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 6/2/25
(Cost $132,516)
131,865

126,205

TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS — 3.9%
 
 
BNP Paribas SA, 0.03%, 4/1/20(1)(5)
10,000,000

10,000,019

Repurchase Agreement, BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 1.875% - 3.00%, 11/30/21 - 5/15/45, valued at $1,839,522), in a joint trading account at 0.01%, dated 3/31/20, due 4/1/20 (Delivery value $1,803,757)
 
1,803,756

State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class
3,698,522

3,698,522

TOTAL TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS
(Cost $15,502,278)
 
15,502,297

TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 100.0%
(Cost $399,316,365)
 
393,638,591

OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
 
69,711

TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0%
 
$
393,708,302


FUTURES CONTRACTS PURCHASED
Reference Entity
Contracts
Expiration Date
Notional Amount
Underlying Contract Value
Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
U.S. Treasury 2-Year Notes
162
June 2020
$
32,400,000

$
35,702,016

$
271,206

U.S. Treasury 5-Year Notes
158
June 2020
$
15,800,000

19,806,781

185,129

 
 
 
 
$
55,508,797

$
456,335





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NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
FHLMC
-
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
FNMA
-
Federal National Mortgage Association
H15T1Y
-
Constant Maturity U.S. Treasury Note Yield Curve Rate Index
IO
-
Interest Only
LIBOR
-
London Interbank Offered Rate
MTN
-
Medium Term Note
SEQ
-
Sequential Payer
SOFR
-
Secured Overnight Financing Rate
VRN
-
Variable Rate Note. The rate adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security’s offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The security's effective maturity date may be shorter than the final maturity date shown.
†     Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.
(1)
Security was purchased pursuant to Rule 144A or Section 4(2) under the Securities Act of 1933 and may be sold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional investors. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $116,421,667, which represented 29.6% of total net assets.
(2)
When-issued security. The issue price and yield are fixed on the date of the commitment, but payment and delivery are scheduled for a future date.
(3)
Security, or a portion thereof, has been pledged at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements on futures contracts. At the period end, the aggregate value of securities pledged was $297,309.
(4)
The interest rate on a bank loan obligation adjusts periodically based on a predetermined schedule. Rate shown is effective at period end. The maturity date on a bank loan obligation may be less than indicated as a result of contractual or optional prepayments. These prepayments cannot be predicted with certainty.
(5)
The rate indicated is the yield to maturity at purchase.


See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Assets and Liabilities
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Assets
 
Investment securities, at value (cost of $399,316,365)
$
393,638,591

Receivable for investments sold
1,060,743

Receivable for capital shares sold
268,896

Interest receivable
2,122,388

 
397,090,618

 
 
Liabilities
 
Payable for investments purchased
2,500,360

Payable for capital shares redeemed
651,926

Payable for variation margin on futures contracts
12,469

Accrued management fees
176,042

Distribution and service fees payable
9,522

Dividends payable
31,997

 
3,382,316

 
 
Net Assets
$
393,708,302

 
 
Net Assets Consist of:
 
Capital paid in
$
409,203,150

Distributable earnings
(15,494,848
)
 
$
393,708,302


 
Net Assets
Shares Outstanding
Net Asset Value Per Share
Investor Class

$155,169,377

15,441,400

$10.05
I Class

$127,684,254

12,705,797

$10.05
A Class

$16,411,405

1,633,229

$10.05*
C Class

$6,162,666

613,013

$10.05
R Class

$763,789

75,949

$10.06
R5 Class

$23,611,755

2,349,631

$10.05
R6 Class

$63,905,056

6,364,675

$10.04
*Maximum offering price $10.28 (net asset value divided by 0.9775).


See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Statement of Operations
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
 
Investment Income (Loss)
 
Income:
 
Interest (net of foreign taxes withheld of $1,066)
$
10,863,281

 
 
Expenses:
 
Management fees
2,129,722

Distribution and service fees:
 
A Class
53,325

C Class
75,779

R Class
4,134

Trustees' fees and expenses
31,469

Other expenses
5,269

 
2,299,698

 
 
Net investment income (loss)
8,563,583

 
 
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
 
Net realized gain (loss) on:
 
Investment transactions
2,659,294

Futures contract transactions
211,282

Swap agreement transactions
(92,293
)
 
2,778,283

 
 
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:
 
Investments
(6,421,985
)
Futures contracts
177,448

Swap agreements
(38,191
)
 
(6,282,728
)
 
 
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)
(3,504,445
)
 
 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
$
5,059,138



See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND MARCH 31, 2019
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2019
Operations
 
 
Net investment income (loss)
$
8,563,583

$
9,404,268

Net realized gain (loss)
2,778,283

(1,459,784
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)
(6,282,728
)
3,078,262

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations
5,059,138

11,022,746

 
 
 
Distributions to Shareholders
 
 
From earnings:
 
 
Investor Class
(4,367,095
)
(5,957,493
)
I Class
(2,521,756
)
(1,326,168
)
A Class
(436,163
)
(501,382
)
C Class
(101,636
)
(156,404
)
R Class
(14,630
)
(10,725
)
R5 Class
(541,255
)
(596,220
)
R6 Class
(1,876,501
)
(1,832,621
)
Decrease in net assets from distributions
(9,859,036
)
(10,381,013
)
 
 
 
Capital Share Transactions
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5)
(7,021,548
)
19,284,513

 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
(11,821,446
)
19,926,246

 
 
 
Net Assets
 
 
Beginning of period
405,529,748

385,603,502

End of period
$
393,708,302

$
405,529,748



See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Notes to Financial Statements

MARCH 31, 2020

1. Organization

American Century Investment Trust (the trust) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Massachusetts business trust. Short Duration Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the trust. The fund’s investment objective is to seek to maximize total return. As a secondary objective, the fund seeks a high level of income.
 
The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, A Class, C Class, R Class, R5 Class and R6 Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.
 
2. Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.

Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The Board of Trustees has adopted valuation policies and procedures to guide the investment advisor in the fund’s investment valuation process and to provide methodologies for the oversight of the fund’s pricing function.
 
Fixed income securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Corporate bonds, U.S. Treasury and Government Agency securities, bank loan obligations, and sovereign governments and agencies are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information. Mortgage-related and asset-backed securities are valued based on models that consider trade data, prepayment and default projections, benchmark yield and spread data and estimated cash flows of each tranche of the issuer. Collateralized loan obligations are valued based on discounted cash flow models that consider trade and economic data, prepayment assumptions and default projections. Commercial paper is valued using a curve-based approach that considers money market rates for specific instruments, programs, currencies and maturity points from a variety of active market makers.
 
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported net asset value per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value. Exchange-traded futures contracts are valued at the settlement price as provided by the appropriate exchange. Swap agreements are valued at an evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or independent brokers.
 
If the fund determines that the market price for an investment is not readily available or the valuation methods mentioned above do not reflect an investment’s fair value, such investment is valued as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees or its delegate, in accordance with policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. In its determination of fair value, the fund may review several factors including, but not limited to, market information regarding the specific investment or comparable investments and correlation with other investment types, futures indices or general market indicators. Circumstances that may cause the fund to use these procedures to value an investment include, but are not limited to: an investment has been declared in default or is distressed; trading in a security has been suspended during the trading day or a security is not actively trading on its principal exchange; prices received from a regular pricing source are deemed unreliable; or there is a foreign market holiday and no trading occurred.
 

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The fund monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s net asset value per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region.
 
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
 
Investment Income — Interest income less foreign taxes withheld, if any, is recorded on the accrual basis and includes paydown gain (loss) and accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums. Inflation adjustments related to inflation-linked debt securities are reflected as interest income.
 
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor) has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Trustees. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
 
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.
 
Segregated Assets — In accordance with the 1940 Act, the fund segregates assets on its books and records to cover certain types of investment securities and other financial instruments. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities segregated to ensure the fund designates a sufficient amount of liquid assets, marked-to-market daily. The fund may also receive assets or be required to pledge assets at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements.
 
Income Tax Status — It is the fund’s policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
 
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
 
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
 
Indemnifications — Under the trust’s organizational documents, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
 

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3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties

Certain officers and trustees of the trust are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The trust's investment advisor, ACIM, the trust's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the trust's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC. Various funds issued by American Century Asset Allocation Portfolios, Inc. own, in aggregate, 7% of the shares of the fund.
 
Management Fees — The trust has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except distribution and service fees, brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent trustees (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses, will be paid by ACIM. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class's daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund’s assets, which do not vary by class. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all the funds in the American Century Investments family of funds.

The Investment Category Fee range, the Complex Fee range and the effective annual management fee for each class for the period ended March 31, 2020 are as follows:
 
Investment Category Fee Range
Complex Fee Range
Effective Annual Management Fee
Investor Class
0.2825%
to 0.4000%
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.58%
I Class
0.1500% to 0.2100%
0.48%
A Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.58%
C Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.58%
R Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.58%
R5 Class
0.0500% to 0.1100%
0.38%
R6 Class
0.0000% to 0.0600%
0.33%

Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Trustees has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class, C Class and R Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 1.00%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.75% is paid for distribution services. The plans provide that the R Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.50%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended March 31, 2020 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.
 
Trustees’ Fees and Expenses — The Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The trustees receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund’s officers do not receive compensation from the fund.

Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.


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4. Investment Transactions

Purchases of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $627,332,403, of which $397,911,922 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.

Sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $620,700,175, of which $406,270,667 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.

5. Capital Share Transactions

Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows (unlimited number of shares authorized):
 
Year ended
March 31, 2020
Year ended
March 31, 2019
 
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
4,227,797

$
43,134,067

8,078,384

$
81,587,050

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
407,010

4,152,544

560,546

5,663,161

Redeemed
(11,499,305
)
(116,834,393
)
(9,331,853
)
(94,229,239
)
 
(6,864,498
)
(69,547,782
)
(692,923
)
(6,979,028
)
I Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
14,378,731

146,463,623

5,652,905

57,084,211

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
217,240

2,216,706

116,253

1,174,307

Redeemed
(7,434,787
)
(75,563,445
)
(4,415,843
)
(44,605,117
)
 
7,161,184

73,116,884

1,353,315

13,653,401

A Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
771,855

7,883,708

659,617

6,654,085

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
29,914

305,135

35,909

362,717

Redeemed
(1,308,192
)
(13,266,421
)
(619,036
)
(6,250,405
)
 
(506,423
)
(5,077,578
)
76,490

766,397

C Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
228,075

2,323,342

601,676

6,062,410

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
8,469

86,443

13,709

138,520

Redeemed
(514,631
)
(5,245,654
)
(657,711
)
(6,639,749
)
 
(278,087
)
(2,835,869
)
(42,326
)
(438,819
)
R Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
41,308

420,918

42,731

432,212

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
1,409

14,387

1,051

10,623

Redeemed
(41,199
)
(419,897
)
(8,703
)
(87,842
)
 
1,518

15,408

35,079

354,993

R5 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
1,015,245

10,324,731

413,496

4,176,159

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
53,053

541,230

58,849

594,533

Redeemed
(754,991
)
(7,714,313
)
(577,709
)
(5,832,918
)
 
313,307

3,151,648

(105,364
)
(1,062,226
)
R6 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
1,492,435

15,200,613

2,623,219

26,458,826

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
184,038

1,876,501

181,110

1,828,198

Redeemed
(2,289,960
)
(22,921,373
)
(1,518,965
)
(15,297,229
)
 
(613,487
)
(5,844,259
)
1,285,364

12,989,795

Net increase (decrease)
(786,486
)
$
(7,021,548
)
1,909,635

$
19,284,513



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6. Fair Value Measurements

The fund’s investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.

Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.

Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.

Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).

The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
 
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund’s portfolio holdings.
 
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Assets
 
 
 
Investment Securities
 
 
 
Corporate Bonds

$
180,493,456


U.S. Treasury Securities

97,577,853


Asset-Backed Securities

57,054,436


Collateralized Mortgage Obligations

30,882,091


Collateralized Loan Obligations

8,829,853


U.S. Government Agency Mortgage-Backed Securities

1,689,855


Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities

1,482,545


Bank Loan Obligations

126,205


Temporary Cash Investments
$
3,698,522

11,803,775


 
$
3,698,522

$
389,940,069


Other Financial Instruments
 
 
 
Futures Contracts
$
456,335




7. Derivative Instruments

Credit Risk — The fund is subject to credit risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of a bond generally declines as the credit quality of its issuer declines. Credit default swap agreements enable a fund to buy/sell protection against a credit event of a specific issuer or index. A fund may attempt to enhance returns by selling protection or attempt to mitigate credit risk by buying protection. The buyer/seller of credit protection against a security or basket of securities may pay/receive an up-front or periodic payment to compensate for/against potential default events. Changes in value, including the periodic amounts of interest to be paid or received on swap agreements, are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a fund is required to deposit cash or securities (initial margin) with a financial intermediary in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the notional amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the value and is a component of unrealized gains and losses. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon receipt or payment of a periodic settlement or termination of swap agreements. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of swap agreements are a component of net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements, respectively. The risks of entering into swap agreements include the possible lack of liquidity, failure of the counterparty to meet its obligations, and that there may be unfavorable changes in the underlying investments or instruments. The fund's average notional amount held during the period was $10,003,611.

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Interest Rate Risk — The fund is subject to interest rate risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of bonds generally declines as interest rates rise. A fund may enter into futures contracts based on a bond index or a specific underlying security. A fund may purchase futures contracts to gain exposure to increases in market value or sell futures contracts to protect against a decline in market value. Upon entering into a futures contract, a fund will segregate cash, cash equivalents or other appropriate liquid securities on its records in amounts sufficient to meet requirements. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the contract value and is recorded as unrealized gains and losses. A fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the futures contract is closed or expires. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of futures contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts, respectively. One of the risks of entering into futures contracts is the possibility that the change in value of the contract may not correlate with the changes in value of the underlying securities. The fund's average notional exposure to interest rate risk derivative instruments held during the period was $79,758,333 futures contracts purchased and $20,740,000 futures contracts sold.

Value of Derivative Instruments as of March 31, 2020
 
Asset Derivatives
Liability Derivatives
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Interest Rate Risk
Receivable for variation margin on futures contracts*

Payable for variation margin on futures contracts*
$
12,469

*
Included in the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts as reported in the Schedule of Investments.

Effect of Derivative Instruments on the Statement of Operations for the Year Ended March 31, 2020
 
Net Realized Gain (Loss)
Change in Net Unrealized
Appreciation (Depreciation)
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Credit Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions
$
(92,293
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements
$
(38,191
)
Interest Rate Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions
211,282

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts
177,448

 
 
$
118,989

 
$
139,257


8. Risk Factors

The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.

The fund may invest in instruments that have variable or floating coupon rates based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate intended to be representative of the rate at which certain major international banks lend to one another over short-terms. LIBOR will be phased out by the end of 2021. Uncertainty remains regarding a replacement rate or rates for LIBOR. The transition process may lead to increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that rely on LIBOR. This could result in a change to the value of such instruments. 
 
The fund’s investment process may result in high portfolio turnover, which could mean high transaction costs, affecting both performance and capital gains tax liabilities to investors.


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9. Federal Tax Information

The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019 were as follows:
 
2020
2019
Distributions Paid From
 
 
Ordinary income
$
9,859,036

$
10,381,013

Long-term capital gains


The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
 
As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
Federal tax cost of investments
$
399,342,014

Gross tax appreciation of investments
$
3,799,544

Gross tax depreciation of investments
(9,502,967
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments
$
(5,703,423
)
Other book-to-tax adjustments

$
(658,695
)
Undistributed ordinary income
$
34,911

Accumulated short-term capital losses
$
(3,869,936
)
Accumulated long-term capital losses
$
(5,297,705
)

The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the realization for tax purposes of unrealized gains (losses) on futures contracts. Other book-to-tax adjustments are attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on straddle positions.
 
Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.
 
10. Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In March 2017, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2017-08, “Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (Subtopic 310-20), Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities” (ASU 2017-08). ASU 2017-08 amends the amortization period for certain purchased callable debt securities held at a premium, shortening such period to the earliest call date. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-08 did not materially impact the financial statements.


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Financial Highlights
For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)(1)
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return(2)
Operating
Expenses
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.15
0.20
(0.07)
0.13
(0.23)
$10.05
1.31%
0.59%
1.98%
156%

$155,169

2019
$10.13
0.24
0.05
0.29
(0.27)
$10.15
2.87%
0.60%
2.39%
72%

$226,341

2018
$10.25
0.20
(0.11)
0.09
(0.21)
$10.13
0.88%
0.60%
1.94%
89%

$233,033

2017
$10.25
0.16
0.01
0.17
(0.17)
$10.25
1.65%
0.60%
1.56%
85%

$254,540

2016
$10.33
0.14
(0.05)
0.09
(0.17)
$10.25
0.87%
0.60%
1.37%
73%

$224,708

I Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.15
0.21
(0.07)
0.14
(0.24)
$10.05
1.41%
0.49%
2.08%
156%

$127,684

2019
$10.13
0.26
0.04
0.30
(0.28)
$10.15
2.97%
0.50%
2.49%
72%

$56,264

2018(3)
$10.25
0.21
(0.12)
0.09
(0.21)
$10.13
0.92%
0.50%(4)
2.10%(4)
89%(5)

$42,466

A Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.15
0.18
(0.07)
0.11
(0.21)
$10.05
1.05%
0.84%
1.73%
156%

$16,411

2019
$10.13
0.22
0.04
0.26
(0.24)
$10.15
2.61%
0.85%
2.14%
72%

$21,709

2018
$10.25
0.17
(0.11)
0.06
(0.18)
$10.13
0.62%
0.85%
1.69%
89%

$20,903

2017
$10.25
0.13
0.01
0.14
(0.14)
$10.25
1.40%
0.85%
1.31%
85%

$51,956

2016
$10.33
0.11
(0.05)
0.06
(0.14)
$10.25
0.62%
0.85%
1.12%
73%

$61,261




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)(1)
Net Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return(2)
Operating
Expenses
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
C Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.15
0.10
(0.07)
0.03
(0.13)
$10.05
0.30%
1.59%
0.98%
156%

$6,163

2019
$10.14
0.14
0.04
0.18
(0.17)
$10.15
1.75%
1.60%
1.39%
72%

$9,046

2018
$10.26
0.09
(0.10)
(0.01)
(0.11)
$10.14
(0.13)%
1.60%
0.94%
89%

$9,462

2017
$10.26
0.06
0.01
0.07
(0.07)
$10.26
0.64%
1.60%
0.56%
85%

$15,254

2016
$10.34
0.04
(0.05)
(0.01)
(0.07)
$10.26
(0.13)%
1.60%
0.37%
73%

$18,919

R Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.15
0.15
(0.06)
0.09
(0.18)
$10.06
0.90%
1.09%
1.48%
156%

$764

2019
$10.14
0.19
0.04
0.23
(0.22)
$10.15
2.26%
1.10%
1.89%
72%

$756

2018
$10.26
0.15
(0.11)
0.04
(0.16)
$10.14
0.37%
1.10%
1.44%
89%

$399

2017
$10.26
0.11
0.01
0.12
(0.12)
$10.26
1.15%
1.10%
1.06%
85%

$522

2016
$10.34
0.09
(0.05)
0.04
(0.12)
$10.26
0.37%
1.10%
0.87%
73%

$658

R5 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.15
0.22
(0.07)
0.15
(0.25)
$10.05
1.51%
0.39%
2.18%
156%

$23,612

2019
$10.13
0.26
0.05
0.31
(0.29)
$10.15
3.08%
0.40%
2.59%
72%

$20,662

2018
$10.25
0.21
(0.10)
0.11
(0.23)
$10.13
1.08%
0.40%
2.14%
89%

$21,699

2017
$10.25
0.18
0.01
0.19
(0.19)
$10.25
1.85%
0.40%
1.76%
85%

$62,843

2016
$10.33
0.16
(0.05)
0.11
(0.19)
$10.25
1.07%
0.40%
1.57%
73%

$64,283

R6 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.14
0.23
(0.07)
0.16
(0.26)
$10.04
1.56%
0.34%
2.23%
156%

$63,905

2019
$10.13
0.27
0.03
0.30
(0.29)
$10.14
3.03%
0.35%
2.64%
72%

$70,752

2018(6)
$10.27
0.16
(0.14)
0.02
(0.16)
$10.13
0.22%
0.35%(4)
2.31%(4)
89%(5)

$57,642




Notes to Financial Highlights
(1)
Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)
Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(3)
April 10, 2017 (commencement of sale) through March 31, 2018.
(4)
Annualized.
(5)
Portfolio turnover is calculated at the fund level. Percentage indicated was calculated for the year ended March 31, 2018.
(6)
July 28, 2017 (commencement of sale) through March 31, 2018.


See Notes to Financial Statements.




Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Trustees of American Century Investment Trust and Shareholders of Short Duration Fund

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Short Duration Fund (one of the funds constituting American Century Investment Trust, referred to hereafter as the “Fund”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2020, the statement of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2020, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020 and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2020 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.



/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
May 18, 2020

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in American Century Investments since 1997.

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Management

Board of Trustees

The individuals listed below serve as trustees of the funds. Each trustee will continue to serve in this capacity until death, retirement, resignation or removal from office. The board has adopted a mandatory retirement age for trustees who are not “interested persons,” as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act (independent trustees). Independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 75th birthday; provided, however, that on or after January 1, 2022, independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 76th birthday.
Mr. Thomas is an “interested person” because he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC), the parent company of American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM or the advisor). The other trustees (more than three-fourths of the total number) are independent. They are not employees, directors or officers of, and have no financial interest in, ACC or any of its wholly owned, direct or indirect, subsidiaries, including ACIM, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS) and American Century Services, LLC (ACS), and they do not have any other affiliations, positions or relationships that would cause them to be considered “interested persons” under the Investment Company Act. The trustees serve in this capacity for eight (in the case of Jonathan S. Thomas, 16; and Ronald J. Gilson, 9) registered investment companies in the American Century Investments family of funds.
The following table presents additional information about the trustees. The mailing address for each trustee other than Mr. Thomas is 1665 Charleston Road, Mountain View, California 94043. The mailing address for Mr. Thomas is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Tanya S. Beder
(1955)
Trustee
Since 2011
Chairman and CEO, SBCC Group Inc. (independent advisory services) (2006 to present)
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CYS Investments, Inc.; Kirby Corporation; Nabors Industries Ltd.
Jeremy I. Bulow
(1954)
Trustee
Since 2011
Professor of Economics, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (1979 to present)
40
None
Anne Casscells
(1958)
Trustee
Since 2016
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, Aetos Alternatives Management (investment advisory firm) (2001 to present); Lecturer in Accounting, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (2009 to 2017)
40
None
Ronald J. Gilson
(1946)
Trustee and Chairman of the Board
Since 1995
(Chairman since 2005)
Charles J. Meyers Professor of Law and Business, Emeritus, Stanford Law School (1979 to 2016); Marc and Eva Stern Professor of Law and Business, Columbia University School of Law (1992 to present)
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None

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Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Frederick L. A. Grauer
(1946)
Trustee
Since 2008
Senior Advisor, Credit Sesame, Inc. (credit monitoring firm) (2018 to present); Senior Advisor, Course Hero (an educational technology company) (2015 to present)
40
None
Jonathan D. Levin
(1972)
Trustee
Since 2016
Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (2016 to present); Professor, Stanford University, (2000 to present)
40
None
Peter F. Pervere
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2007
Retired
40
None
John B. Shoven
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2002
Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics, Stanford University (1973 to present, emeritus since 2019)
40
Cadence Design Systems; Exponent; Financial Engines
Interested Trustee


Jonathan S. Thomas
(1963)
Trustee
Since 2007
President and Chief Executive Officer, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as Chief Executive Officer, ACS; Executive Vice President, ACIM; Director, ACC, ACIM and other ACC subsidiaries
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None
The Statement of Additional Information has additional information about the fund's trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Officers

The following table presents certain information about the executive officers of the funds. Each officer serves as an officer for 16 (in the case of Robert J. Leach, 15) investment companies in the American Century family of funds, unless otherwise noted. No officer is compensated for his or her service as an officer of the funds. The listed officers are interested persons of the funds and are appointed or re-appointed on an annual basis. The mailing address for each of the officers listed below is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Offices with the Funds
Principal Occupation(s) During the Past Five Years
Patrick Bannigan
(1965)
President since 2019
Executive Vice President and Director, ACC (2012 to present); Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, ACC (2015 to present); Chief Operating Officer, ACC (2012-2015). Also serves as President, ACS; Vice President, ACIM; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and/or Director, ACIM, ACS and other ACC subsidiaries
R. Wes Campbell
(1974)
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018
Vice President, ACS (2020 to present); Investment Operations and Investment Accounting, ACS (2000 to present)
Amy D. Shelton
(1964)
Chief Compliance Officer and Vice President since 2014
Chief Compliance Officer, American Century funds, (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIM (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIS (2009 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIS
Charles A. Etherington
(1957)
General Counsel since 2007 and Senior Vice President since 2006
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present); Vice President, ACC (2005 to present); General Counsel, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as General Counsel, ACIM, ACS, ACIS and other ACC subsidiaries; and Senior Vice President, ACIM and ACS
C. Jean Wade
(1964)
Vice President since 2012
Senior Vice President, ACS (2017 to present); Vice President ACS (2000 to 2017)
Robert J. Leach
(1966)
Vice President since 2006
Vice President, ACS (2000 to present)
David H. Reinmiller
(1963)
Vice President since 2000
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIM and ACS
Ward D. Stauffer
(1960)
Secretary since 2005
Attorney, ACC (2003 to present)







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Liquidity Risk Management Program


The Fund has adopted a liquidity risk management program (the “program”). The Fund’s Board of Trustees (the "Board") has designated American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) as the administrator of the program. Personnel of ACIM or its affiliates conduct the day-to-day operation of the program pursuant to policies and procedures administered by those members of the ACIM’s Investment Oversight Committee who are members of the ACIM’s Investment Management and Global Analytics departments.

Under the program, ACIM manages the Fund’s liquidity risk, which is the risk that the Fund could not meet shareholder redemption requests without significant dilution of remaining shareholders’ interests in the Fund. This risk is managed by monitoring the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments, limiting the amount of the Fund’s illiquid investments, and utilizing various risk management tools and facilities available to the Fund for meeting shareholder redemptions, among other means. ACIM’s process of determining the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party liquidity assessment vendors.

The Board reviewed a report prepared by ACIM regarding the operation and effectiveness of the program for the period December 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. No significant liquidity events impacting the Fund were noted in the report. In addition, ACIM provided its assessment that the program had been effective in managing the Fund’s liquidity risk.


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Additional Information

Retirement Account Information

As required by law, distributions you receive from certain retirement accounts are subject to federal income tax withholding, unless you elect not to have withholding apply*. Tax will be withheld on the total amount withdrawn even though you may be receiving amounts that are not subject to withholding, such as nondeductible contributions. In such case, excess amounts of withholding could occur. You may adjust your withholding election so that a greater or lesser amount will be withheld.

If you don’t want us to withhold on this amount, you must notify us to not withhold the federal income tax. You may notify us in writing or in certain situations by telephone or through other electronic means. For systematic withdrawals, your withholding election will remain in effect until revoked or changed by filing a new election. You have the right to revoke your election at any time and change your withholding percentage for future distributions.

Remember, even if you elect not to have income tax withheld, you are liable for paying income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal. If you elect not to have income tax withheld or you don’t have enough income tax withheld, you may be responsible for payment of estimated tax. You may incur penalties under the estimated tax rules if your withholding and estimated tax payments are not sufficient. You can reduce or defer the income tax on a distribution by directly or indirectly rolling such distribution over to another IRA or eligible plan. You should consult your tax advisor for additional information.

State tax will be withheld if, at the time of your distribution, your address is within one of the mandatory withholding states and you have federal income tax withheld (or as otherwise required by state law). State taxes will be withheld from your distribution in accordance with the respective state rules.

*Some 403(b), 457 and qualified retirement plan distributions may be subject to 20% mandatory withholding, as they are subject to special tax and withholding rules.  Your plan administrator or plan sponsor is required to provide you with a special tax notice explaining those rules at the time you request a distribution.  If applicable, federal and/or state taxes may be withheld from your distribution amount.


Proxy Voting Policies

Descriptions of the principles and policies that the fund's investment advisor uses in exercising the voting rights associated with the securities purchased and/or held by the fund are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021 or visiting American Century Investments’ website at americancentury.com/proxy. A description of the policies is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. Information regarding how the investment advisor voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available on americancentury.com/proxy. It is also available at sec.gov.


Quarterly Portfolio Disclosure

The fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. The fund also makes its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the most recent quarter of its fiscal year available on its website at americancentury.com and, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Notes


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Annual Report
 
 
 
March 31, 2020
 
 
 
Short Duration Inflation Protection Bond Fund
 
Investor Class (APOIX)
 
I Class (APOHX)
 
Y Class (APOYX)
 
A Class (APOAX)
 
C Class (APOCX)
 
R Class (APORX)
 
R5 Class (APISX)
 
R6 Class (APODX)
 
G Class (APOGX)







Beginning on January 1, 2021, as permitted by regulations adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission, paper copies of the fund’s shareholder reports like this one will no longer be sent by mail, unless you specifically request paper copies of the reports from the fund or from your financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or bank. Instead, the reports will be made available on a website, and you will be notified by mail each time a report is posted and provided with a website link to access the report.

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You may elect to receive all future reports in paper free of charge. You can inform the fund or your financial intermediary that you wish to continue receiving paper copies of your shareholder reports by calling or sending an email request to your appropriate contacts as listed on the back cover of this report. Your election to receive reports in paper will apply to all funds held with the fund complex/your financial intermediary.







Table of Contents
 
President’s Letter
Performance
Portfolio Commentary
Fund Characteristics
Shareholder Fee Example
Schedule of Investments
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Statement of Operations
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Notes to Financial Statements
Financial Highlights
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Management
Liquidity Risk Management Program
Additional Information



















Any opinions expressed in this report reflect those of the author as of the date of the report, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of American Century Investments® or any other person in the American Century Investments organization. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and American Century Investments disclaims any responsibility to update such opinions. These opinions may not be relied upon as investment advice and, because investment decisions made by American Century Investments funds are based on numerous factors, may not be relied upon as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any American Century Investments fund. Security examples are used for representational purposes only and are not intended as recommendations to purchase or sell securities. Performance information for comparative indices and securities is provided to American Century Investments by third party vendors. To the best of American Century Investments’ knowledge, such information is accurate at the time of printing.



President’s Letter

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Dear Investor:

Thank you for reviewing this annual report for the period ended March 31, 2020. Annual reports help convey important information about fund returns, including market factors that affected performance during the reporting period. For additional insights, please visit americancentury.com.

Virus Outbreak Abruptly Altered Economic, Market Backdrops

Through most of the period, market sentiment was upbeat, partly due to accommodative Federal Reserve (Fed) policy and modest inflation. Improving economic and corporate earnings data and a phase 1 U.S.-China trade deal also helped boost growth outlooks. Against this backdrop, key U.S. stock benchmarks rose to record highs by mid-February, and U.S. bonds continued to advance.

However, beginning in late February, unprecedented social and economic turmoil emerged and reversed the positive trajectory. The COVID-19 epidemic originating in China rapidly spread throughout the world, forcing stay-at-home orders and industry-wide shutdowns. U.S. stocks, corporate bonds and other riskier assets sold off sharply, while U.S. Treasuries rallied in the global flight to quality. The Fed stepped in quickly and aggressively, slashing interest rates to near 0% and enacting massive lending and asset-purchase programs to stabilize the financial system.

The swift and severe sell-off erased the strong stock market gains realized earlier in the period and left key benchmarks with losses for the 12 months. Reflecting their defensive characteristics, high-quality U.S. bonds withstood the turmoil and delivered solid returns for the 12-month period.

Promoting Health and Safety Remains Our Focus

While the market impact of COVID-19 has been severe, reducing the human toll is most important. We are monitoring the situation closely and following guidelines and protocols from all relevant authorities. Our firm has activated a comprehensive Pandemic Response Plan, which includes social distancing and work-from-home mandates, travel restrictions and escalated cleaning regimens at all our facilities. We’ve also launched a Business Continuity Plan to maintain regular business operations and ensure delivery of outstanding service.

We appreciate your confidence in us during these extraordinary times. We have a long history of helping clients weather volatile markets, and we are confident we will meet today’s challenges. In the meantime, the health and safety of you, your family and our employees remain a top priority.

Sincerely,
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Jonathan Thomas
President and Chief Executive Officer
American Century Investments

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Performance
Total Returns as of March 31, 2020
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Average Annual Returns
 
 
Ticker
Symbol
1 year
5 years
10 years
Since
Inception
Inception
Date
Investor Class
APOIX
0.69%
1.08%
1.91%
5/31/05
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS) Index
2.51%
1.59%
1.56%
I Class
APOHX
0.79%
0.96%
4/10/17
Y Class
APOYX
0.89%
1.06%
4/10/17
A Class
APOAX
 
 
 
 
5/31/05
No sales charge
 
0.44%
0.85%
1.66%
 
With sales charge
 
-1.81%
0.39%
1.43%
 
C Class
APOCX
-0.33%
0.08%
0.90%
5/31/05
R Class
APORX
0.18%
0.59%
1.40%
5/31/05
R5 Class
APISX
0.89%
1.30%
2.12%
5/31/05
R6 Class
APODX
0.94%
1.35%
0.88%
7/26/13
G Class
APOGX
1.25%
1.59%
7/28/17
Average annual returns since inception are presented when ten years of performance history is not available.
Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived. Prior to August 31, 2011, the A Class had a maximum initial sales charge of 4.50%. The maximum initial sales charge is now 2.25%. Performance prior to that date has been adjusted to reflect this change in the initial sales charge.

Sales charges include initial sales charges and contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs), as applicable. A Class shares have a 2.25% maximum initial sales charge and may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. C Class shares redeemed within 12 months of purchase are subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. The SEC requires that mutual funds provide performance information net of maximum sales charges in all cases where charges could be applied.













Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Growth of $10,000 Over 10 Years
$10,000 investment made March 31, 2010
Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure.

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Value on March 31, 2020
 
Investor Class — $12,089
 
 
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS) Index — $11,672
 
Ending value of Investor Class would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
 
Investor Class
I Class
Y Class
A Class
C Class
R Class
R5 Class
R6 Class
G Class
0.57%
0.47%
0.37%
0.82%
1.57%
1.07%
0.37%
0.32%
0.32%
The total annual fund operating expenses shown is as stated in the fund’s prospectus current as of the date of this report. The prospectus may vary from the expense ratio shown elsewhere in this report because it is based on a different time period, includes acquired fund fees and expenses, and, if applicable, does not include fee waivers or expense reimbursements.















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Portfolio Commentary

Portfolio Managers: Bob Gahagan, Brian Howell, Jim Platz and Miguel Castillo

Performance Summary

Short Duration Inflation Protection Bond returned 0.69%* for the 12 months ended March 31, 2020. By comparison, the Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-5 Year Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS) Index gained 2.51%. Fund returns reflect operating expenses, while index returns do not.

Index performance reflects the positive, yet challenging, backdrop for TIPS as market-based inflation expectations sank to multiyear lows late in the reporting period. The portfolio’s underperformance versus the index was largely due to out-of-index positions in corporate and securitized bonds, which sold off sharply in early 2020.

The reporting period began on an upbeat note for bond investors. The Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) early 2019 pivot toward dovish policy set the stage for rate cuts in July, September and October. This action, along with modest economic and earnings growth and inflation, generally supported solid gains for U.S. bonds. By year-end 2019, global economic data improved, the U.S. and China signed a phase 1 trade deal and the central bank suggested it would hold rates steady through 2020. Core inflation edged closer to the Fed’s 2.0% target, and longer-term inflation expectations were steadily climbing.

Conditions deteriorated rapidly within the first quarter of 2020, which proved to be the defining period of the portfolio’s fiscal year. As the COVID-19 epidemic originating in China expanded into a pandemic, nervous fixed-income investors scrambled to shed credit risk and seek shelter in cash. Beginning in late February, market volatility soared and liquidity sank. In response, the Fed slashed short-term rates to near 0% by mid-March and launched a series of initiatives to stabilize the financial markets. Separately, Congress passed a $2 trillion fiscal relief package. Reflecting market sentiment, the 10-year Treasury yield started the period at 2.41% and closed at 0.68% after touching a record-low 0.54% in early March. The two-year Treasury yield followed a similar path during the 12-month period, dropping from 2.27% to 0.22%, including a 135-basis-point decline in the first quarter of 2020.

Inflation Expectations Dropped Sharply

In addition to the coronavirus-related market disruptions, an oil price war broke out between Saudi Arabia and Russia. This development, combined with already-waning demand for oil due to global economic shutdowns, sent oil prices plunging. Annualized headline inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), fell from 2.3% in February to 1.5% in March, largely due to declining oil prices. Inflation expectations, as measured by the 10-year breakeven rate (the yield difference between nominal 10-year Treasuries and 10-year TIPS), fell to an 11-year low of 50 basis points (one basis point equals 0.01%) in mid-March before recovering to 87 basis points by period-end. The 10-year breakeven rate started 2020 at 177 basis points. Theoretically, the breakeven rate indicates the market’s expectations for inflation for the next 10 years and also reflects the inflation rate required for TIPS to outperform nominal Treasuries during that period (0.87% or higher as of March 31).





*All fund returns referenced in this commentary are for Investor Class shares. Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure; when Investor Class performance exceeds that of the index, other share classes may not. See page 3 for returns for all share classes.

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Amid the global flight to quality, U.S. Treasuries rallied considerably, and nearly every other asset sold off. In late March, the Fed’s rescue programs helped stabilize credit-sensitive sectors of the fixed-income universe, including corporate and mortgage-backed securities, but not before they suffered significant declines. Against this backdrop, positions in out-of-index corporate and securitized securities accounted for much of the portfolio’s underperformance.

Out-of-Index Securities Weighed on Relative Results

Approximately 84% of the portfolio was invested in TIPS at the end of the reporting period. The remainder primarily included out-of-index allocations to securitized bonds and investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds. Exposure to these credit-sensitive securities contributed to performance for most of the period, as risk-on sentiment generally remained in favor. However, positions in corporate and securitized bonds detracted from returns amid the flight to quality in the first quarter of 2020.

To diversify inflation protection, we used inflation swaps to create an inflation overlay for the non-inflation-linked corporate and securitized securities. Inflation swaps are fixed-maturity instruments, negotiated through a counterparty (investment bank), that return the rate of inflation (CPI). All swaps bear counterparty credit risk, but American Century Investments applies stringent controls and oversight with regard to this risk. Overall, this strategy, combined with the portfolio’s TIPS, positioned the portfolio with greater sensitivity to inflation than the index. This strategy generally aided performance during the second half of 2019, when inflation expectations modestly increased. However, it detracted late in the period, as virus-related economic shutdowns and plunging oil prices drove inflation expectations to their lowest levels since 2009.

Portfolio Positioning

The recent economic downturn has been swift and severe, but we do not expect an equally swift, or V-shaped, recovery. The consumer is the main driver of the U.S. economy, and we believe the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will weigh on consumer sentiment—and job and economic growth—for several months. We expect near-term annual inflation rates to decline significantly due to coronavirus-related economic shocks and lower oil prices. Additionally, breakeven rates remain unusually low and well below historical averages, suggesting TIPS and other inflation-linked securities offer long-term value.

Heightened volatility often creates market disruptions that lead to attractive buying opportunities. In the early 2020 flight to quality, credit spreads widened considerably, creating dislocations and improving valuations in select sectors. We remain cautious and defensive in our out-of-index portfolio positioning, focusing on high-quality securities and positioning our portfolio to weather a U-shaped recovery. Along with TIPS, we’re emphasizing securities the Fed is buying, including high-quality corporate and mortgage securities.

At the same time, we’re engaged in a broad review of each portfolio holding, eliminating securities we’re uncomfortable holding in the current environment. In particular, we’ve reduced exposure to securitized securities. We believe rising unemployment and the broad economic shutdown created by the pandemic will create challenges for certain segments of the mortgage market. We’ve also hedged overall risk in the portfolio via credit default swaps.









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Fund Characteristics 
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Portfolio at a Glance
 
Average Duration (effective)
3.2 years
Weighted Average Life to Maturity
3.3 years
 
 
Types of Investments in Portfolio
% of net assets
U.S. Treasury Securities
84.3%
Asset-Backed Securities
4.8%
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations
2.2%
Collateralized Loan Obligations
0.8%
Corporate Bonds
0.8%
Temporary Cash Investments
6.9%
Other Assets and Liabilities
0.2%



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Shareholder Fee Example 

Fund shareholders may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments and redemption/exchange fees; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in your fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing cost of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 made at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020.

Actual Expenses

The table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each class. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. First, identify the share class you own. Then simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

If you hold Investor Class shares of any American Century Investments fund, or I Class shares of the American Century Diversified Bond Fund, in an American Century Investments account (i.e., not through a financial intermediary or employer-sponsored retirement plan account), American Century Investments may charge you a $25.00 annual account maintenance fee if the value of those shares is less than $10,000. We will redeem shares automatically in one of your accounts to pay the $25.00 fee. In determining your total eligible investment amount, we will include your investments in all personal accounts (including American Century Investments brokerage accounts) registered under your Social Security number. Personal accounts include individual accounts, joint accounts, UGMA/UTMA accounts, personal trusts, Coverdell Education Savings Accounts and IRAs (including traditional, Roth, Rollover, SEP-, SARSEP- and SIMPLE-IRAs), and certain other retirement accounts. If you have only business, business retirement, employer-sponsored or American Century Investments brokerage accounts, you are currently not subject to this fee. If you are subject to the account maintenance fee, your account value could be reduced by the fee amount.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The table also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the actual expense ratio of each class of your fund and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the actual return of a fund’s share class. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or redemption/exchange fees. Therefore, the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.

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Beginning
Account Value
10/1/19
Ending
Account Value
3/31/20
Expenses Paid
During Period
(1) 
10/1/19 - 3/31/20
 
Annualized
Expense Ratio
(1)
Actual
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$989.30
$2.83
0.57%
I Class
$1,000
$989.40
$2.34
0.47%
Y Class
$1,000
$989.50
$1.84
0.37%
A Class
$1,000
$988.60
$4.08
0.82%
C Class
$1,000
$984.50
$7.79
1.57%
R Class
$1,000
$987.30
$5.32
1.07%
R5 Class
$1,000
$990.40
$1.84
0.37%
R6 Class
$1,000
$990.90
$1.59
0.32%
G Class
$1,000
$991.10
$0.05
0.01%
Hypothetical
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,022.15
$2.88
0.57%
I Class
$1,000
$1,022.65
$2.38
0.47%
Y Class
$1,000
$1,023.15
$1.87
0.37%
A Class
$1,000
$1,020.90
$4.14
0.82%
C Class
$1,000
$1,017.15
$7.92
1.57%
R Class
$1,000
$1,019.65
$5.40
1.07%
R5 Class
$1,000
$1,023.15
$1.87
0.37%
R6 Class
$1,000
$1,023.40
$1.62
0.32%
G Class
$1,000
$1,024.95
$0.05
0.01%
(1)
Expenses are equal to the class's annualized expense ratio listed in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 183, the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year, divided by 366, to reflect the one-half year period. Annualized expense ratio reflects actual expenses, including any applicable fee waivers or expense reimbursements and excluding any acquired fund fees and expenses.

9


Schedule of Investments

MARCH 31, 2020
 
Principal Amount
Value
U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES — 84.3%
 
 
U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.125%, 1/15/22
$
76,536,227

$
75,436,898

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.125%, 4/15/22(1)
103,954,480

102,484,666

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.125%, 1/15/23
222,965,190

220,253,039

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.625%, 4/15/23
112,477,131

113,344,502

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.375%, 7/15/23
62,076,560

62,456,442

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.625%, 1/15/24
205,641,600

209,068,019

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.50%, 4/15/24
75,179,475

76,286,925

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.125%, 7/15/24
21,728,800

21,780,394

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.125%, 10/15/24
24,131,520

24,430,297

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.25%, 1/15/25
353,977,000

357,234,176

U.S. Treasury Inflation Indexed Notes, 0.625%, 1/15/26
51,026,960

52,733,682

TOTAL U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES
(Cost $1,315,744,859)
 
1,315,509,040

ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES — 4.8%
 
 
Avis Budget Rental Car Funding AESOP LLC, Series 2015-2A, Class B, 3.42%, 12/20/21(2)
2,625,000

2,588,703

BRE Grand Islander Timeshare Issuer LLC, Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.94%, 5/25/29(2)
3,231,631

3,170,434

BRE Grand Islander Timeshare Issuer LLC, Series 2017-1A, Class B, 3.24%, 5/25/29(2)
933,816

912,657

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2014-AA, Class A SEQ, 1.77%, 11/25/26(2)
426,300

423,096

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2017-AA, Class A SEQ, 2.66%, 12/26/28(2)
993,338

979,086

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2017-SFR2, Class A, VRN, 1.65%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.85%), 12/17/36(2)
37,758

35,115

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class A, VRN, 1.50%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.70%), 3/17/37(2)
46,440

43,292

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class B, VRN, 1.75%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.95%), 3/17/37(2)
3,875,000

3,499,959

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class B, VRN, 1.95%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 7/17/37(2)
6,600,000

5,984,073

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR4, Class B, VRN, 2.05%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.25%), 1/17/38(2)
10,900,000

9,840,121

MVW LLC, Series 2019-2A, Class A SEQ, 2.22%, 10/20/38(2)
6,549,988

6,053,444

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2015-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.52%, 12/20/32(2)
451,920

446,071

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2016-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.25%, 12/20/33(2)
771,060

754,200

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class A SEQ, 3.88%, 10/17/35(2)
7,058,562

7,118,836

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR2, Class A SEQ, 3.15%, 5/17/36(2)
7,200,000

7,252,777

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR4, Class A SEQ, 2.69%, 10/17/36(2)
8,250,000

8,154,083

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2020-SFR1, Class B, 2.03%, 4/17/37(2)
4,400,000

4,095,349


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Principal Amount
Value
Sierra Timeshare Conduit Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.91%, 3/20/34(2)
$
842,949

$
832,692

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2015-3A, Class A SEQ, 2.58%, 9/20/32(2)
928,649

921,892

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2016-2A, Class A SEQ, 2.33%, 7/20/33(2)
633,104

625,738

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2018-3A, Class B, 3.87%, 9/20/35(2)
1,754,800

1,761,095

Towd Point Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-3, Class M1, VRN, 3.50%, 7/25/57(2)
3,800,000

3,426,442

Towd Point Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-1, Class A1 SEQ, VRN, 3.00%, 1/25/58(2)
1,673,172

1,691,193

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2016-A, Class A SEQ, 2.54%, 7/20/33(2)
1,174,105

1,154,607

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2017-A, Class A SEQ, 2.33%, 3/20/35(2)
2,626,800

2,560,616

TOTAL ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $77,944,660)
 
74,325,571

COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS — 2.2%
 
 
Private Sponsor Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 1.6%
 
 
ABN Amro Mortgage Corp., Series 2003-6, Class 1A4, 5.50%, 5/25/33
36,087

36,865

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-12, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.74%, 2/25/35
315,066

286,646

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-8, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.95%, 11/25/34
581,953

519,181

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2006-1, Class A1, VRN, 3.84%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.25%), 2/25/36
590,714

556,842

Bunker Hill Loan Depositary Trust, Series 2019-3, Class A1 SEQ, 2.72%, 11/25/59(2)
4,879,567

4,751,488

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2004-UST1, Class A4, VRN, 3.74%, 8/25/34
188,135

166,800

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2005-4, Class A, VRN, 4.59%, 8/25/35
210,256

195,907

Countrywide Home Loan Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2004-4, Class A19, 5.25%, 5/25/34
342,867

351,510

Credit Suisse Mortgage Trust, Series 2019-NQM1, Class A1, 2.66%, 10/25/59(2)
4,054,681

3,937,155

First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2005-AR3, Class 4A1, VRN, 5.01%, 8/25/35
273,375

264,139

First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2006-AR4, Class 1A2, VRN, 3.99%, 1/25/37
334,038

260,596

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-6F, Class 1A5 SEQ, 5.25%, 7/25/35
395,291

397,830

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR6, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.10%, 9/25/35
248,068

234,845

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2005-A6, Class 7A1, VRN, 4.19%, 8/25/35
507,536

466,644

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2006-A3, Class 7A1, VRN, 4.02%, 4/25/35
263,206

250,937

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2006-A4, Class 3A1, VRN, 4.30%, 6/25/36
349,180

278,457

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2006-S1, Class 1A2 SEQ, 6.50%, 4/25/36
264,592

270,958

Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Series 2005-A2, Class A1, VRN, 3.73%, 2/25/35
99,786

88,193


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Principal Amount
Value
New Residential Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2017-5A, Class A1, VRN, 2.45%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.50%), 6/25/57(2)
$
2,254,274

$
2,159,822

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2014-3, Class A14, SEQ, VRN, 3.00%, 10/25/44(2)
468,978

465,758

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-CH1, Class A1, VRN, 4.00%, 8/25/47(2)
2,409,130

2,450,004

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2018-2, Class A4 SEQ, VRN, 3.50%, 2/25/48(2)
2,596,111

2,614,527

Structured Adjustable Rate Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2004-8, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.78%, 7/25/34
713,681

663,601

Thornburg Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2004-3, Class A, VRN, 1.69%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.74%), 9/25/34
402,130

344,303

Thornburg Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2006-4, Class A2B, VRN, 4.43%, 7/25/36
1,052,114

903,304

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-7, Class 3A1 SEQ, 6.00%, 6/25/36
167,971

160,103

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR1, Class 2A5 SEQ, VRN, 4.07%, 3/25/36
1,004,976

873,739

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR14, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.55%, 10/25/36
483,812

425,278

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR15, Class A1, VRN, 4.61%, 10/25/36
121,190

106,366

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR16, Class A1, VRN, 4.49%, 10/25/36
183,780

162,734

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2007-15, Class A1, 6.00%, 11/25/37
592,013

536,805

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2007-AR10, Class 1A1, VRN, 4.26%, 1/25/38
133,289

113,147

WinWater Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2014-1, Class A4 SEQ, VRN, 3.50%, 6/20/44(2)
11,099

11,145

 
 
25,305,629

U.S. Government Agency Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 0.6%
 
FHLMC, Series 2014-DN1, Class M2, VRN, 3.15%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.20%), 2/25/24
5,198,453

5,178,894

FNMA, Series 2014-C02, Class 1M2, VRN, 3.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.60%), 5/25/24
1,370,487

1,244,152

FNMA, Series 2014-C02, Class 2M2, VRN, 3.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.60%), 5/25/24
1,940,007

1,782,996

FNMA, Series 2016-C03, Class 2M2, VRN, 6.85%, (1-month LIBOR plus 5.90%), 10/25/28
1,398,782

1,378,879

 
 
9,584,921

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $36,391,137)
 
34,890,550

COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS — 0.8%
 
 
Bean Creek CLO Ltd., Series 2015-1A, Class BR, VRN, 3.27%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.45%), 4/20/31(2)
3,300,000

2,935,681

Goldentree Loan Management US CLO 3 Ltd., Series 2018-3A, Class B1, VRN, 3.37%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.55%), 4/20/30(2)
3,000,000

2,764,963

KKR CLO Ltd., Series 2022A, Class B, VRN, 3.42%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 7/20/31(2)
1,775,000

1,631,745

Magnetite VIII Ltd., Series 2014-8A, Class BR2, VRN, 3.33%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.50%), 4/15/31(2)
1,900,000

1,754,372

Sounds Point CLO IV-R Ltd., Series 2013-3RA, Class B, VRN, 3.57%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 4/18/31(2)
3,300,000

2,938,037

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $13,262,881)
 
12,024,798


12


 
Principal Amount
Value
CORPORATE BONDS — 0.8%
 
 
Auto Components  
 
 
ZF North America Capital, Inc., 4.00%, 4/29/20(2)
$
644,000

$
640,790

Commercial Services and Supplies  
 
 
Nielsen Finance LLC / Nielsen Finance Co., 5.00%, 4/15/22(2)
650,000

602,654

Electric Utilities — 0.1%
 
 
IPALCO Enterprises, Inc., 3.45%, 7/15/20
700,000

699,946

Health Care Providers and Services — 0.1%
 
 
Fresenius Medical Care US Finance II, Inc., 4.125%, 10/15/20(2)
1,580,000

1,569,922

Household Durables — 0.2%
 
 
Lennar Corp., 2.95%, 11/29/20
2,350,000

2,311,695

Metals and Mining — 0.1%
 
 
Steel Dynamics, Inc., 5.25%, 4/15/23
1,500,000

1,465,976

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 0.2%
 
 
Ovintiv, Inc., 3.90%, 11/15/21
1,100,000

754,830

Petroleos Mexicanos, 6.375%, 2/4/21
2,700,000

2,568,240

 
 
3,323,070

Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 0.1%
 
 
Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 5.875%, 6/15/21(2)
595,000

595,000

EMC Corp., 2.65%, 6/1/20
585,000

583,859

 
 
1,178,859

TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS
(Cost $12,528,687)
 
11,792,912

TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS — 6.9%
 
 
BNP Paribas SA, 0.03%, 4/1/20(2)(3)
55,000,000

55,000,102

State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class
53,425,575

53,425,575

TOTAL TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS
(Cost $108,425,575)
 
108,425,677

TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 99.8%
(Cost $1,564,297,799)
 
1,556,968,548

OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — 0.2%
 
2,503,059

TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0%
 
$
1,559,471,607


CENTRALLY CLEARED CREDIT DEFAULT SWAP AGREEMENTS
Reference Entity
Type
Fixed Rate
Received
(Paid) Quarterly
Termination
Date
Notional
Amount
Premiums Paid (Received)
Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Value^
Markit CDX North America High Yield Index Series 33
Buy
(5.00)%
12/20/24
$
47,628,000

$
4,301,680

$
(1,476,102
)
$
2,825,578


^The value for credit default swap agreements serves as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and represent the likelihood of an expected liability or profit at the period end. Increasing values in absolute terms when compared to the notional amount of the credit default swap agreement represent a deterioration of the referenced entity's credit soundness and an increased likelihood or risk of a credit event occurring as defined in the agreement.


13


CENTRALLY CLEARED TOTAL RETURN SWAP AGREEMENTS
Floating Rate Index
Pay/Receive Floating
Rate Index at Termination
Fixed Rate
Termination
Date
Notional
Amount
Premiums Paid (Received)
Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Value
CPURNSA
Receive
2.06%
5/2/22
$
22,000,000

$
634

$
(1,100,567
)
$
(1,099,933
)
CPURNSA
Receive
2.07%
5/3/22
$
40,000,000

744

(2,034,196
)
(2,033,452
)
CPURNSA
Receive
2.02%
5/4/22
$
23,500,000

643

(1,126,905
)
(1,126,262
)
CPURNSA
Receive
1.93%
9/5/22
$
18,000,000

(610
)
(717,494
)
(718,104
)
CPURNSA
Receive
1.71%
6/20/24
$
30,000,000

(624
)
(1,570,756
)
(1,571,380
)
CPURNSA
Receive
1.86%
7/30/24
$
26,500,000

(618
)
(1,633,260
)
(1,633,878
)
CPURNSA
Receive
1.85%
8/1/24
$
43,000,000

(735
)
(2,633,973
)
(2,634,708
)
CPURNSA
Receive
1.86%
8/1/24
$
23,700,000

(600
)
(1,458,512
)
(1,459,112
)
CPURNSA
Receive
1.67%
10/21/24
$
45,000,000

(787
)
(2,446,176
)
(2,446,963
)
CPURNSA
Receive
1.70%
11/26/24
$
25,000,000

(654
)
(1,335,816
)
(1,336,470
)
CPURNSA
Receive
1.79%
12/13/24
$
16,000,000

(591
)
(949,109
)
(949,700
)
      
 
 
 
 
$
(3,198
)
$
(17,006,764
)
$
(17,009,962
)

TOTAL RETURN SWAP AGREEMENTS
Counterparty
Floating Rate
Index
Pay/Receive
Floating Rate
Index at Termination
Fixed Rate
Termination
Date
Notional
Amount
Value*
Bank of America N.A.(4)
CPURNSA
Receive
1.41%
8/27/20
$
40,000,000

$
378,011

Bank of America N.A.(4)
CPURNSA
Receive
1.49%
9/3/20
$
9,700,000

45,090

      
 
 
 
 
 
$
423,101


*Amount represents value and unrealized appreciation (depreciation).


14


NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
CDX
-
Credit Derivatives Indexes
CPURNSA
-
U.S. Consumer Price Index Urban Consumers Not Seasonally Adjusted Index
FHLMC
-
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
FNMA
-
Federal National Mortgage Association
H15T1Y
-
Constant Maturity U.S. Treasury Note Yield Curve Rate Index
LIBOR
-
London Interbank Offered Rate
SEQ
-
Sequential Payer
VRN
-
Variable Rate Note. The rate adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security’s offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The security's effective maturity date may be shorter than the final maturity date shown.
Category is less than 0.05% of total net assets.
(1)
Security, or a portion thereof, has been pledged at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements on swap agreements. At the period end, the aggregate value of securities pledged was $14,955,301.
(2)
Security was purchased pursuant to Rule 144A or Section 4(2) under the Securities Act of 1933 and may be sold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional investors. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $161,148,736, which represented 10.3% of total net assets.
(3)
The rate indicated is the yield to maturity at purchase.
(4)
Collateral has been received at the custodian for collateral requirements on swap agreements. At the period end, the aggregate value of securities received was $539,366.


See Notes to Financial Statements.

15


Statement of Assets and Liabilities
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Assets
 
Investment securities, at value (cost of $1,564,297,799)
$
1,556,968,548

Cash
683,841

Receivable for investments sold
7,087

Receivable for capital shares sold
1,337,747

Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements
747,093

Swap agreements, at value
423,101

Interest receivable
1,363,746

 
1,561,531,163

 
 
Liabilities
 
Payable for capital shares redeemed
1,077,501

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements
438,131

Accrued management fees
523,773

Distribution and service fees payable
20,151

 
2,059,556

 
 
Net Assets
$
1,559,471,607

 
 
Net Assets Consist of:
 
Capital paid in
$
1,604,003,938

Distributable earnings
(44,532,331
)
 
$
1,559,471,607


 
Net Assets
Shares Outstanding
Net Asset Value Per Share
Investor Class

$572,935,302

57,254,363

$10.01
I Class

$150,405,118

14,910,720

$10.09
Y Class

$10,493,558

1,039,827

$10.09
A Class

$29,950,694

3,023,457

$9.91*
C Class

$6,571,372

685,248

$9.59
R Class

$18,098,508

1,790,644

$10.11
R5 Class

$417,563,756

41,395,979

$10.09
R6 Class

$10,261,122

1,017,266

$10.09
G Class

$343,192,177

33,965,920

$10.10
*Maximum offering price $10.14 (net asset value divided by 0.9775).


See Notes to Financial Statements.


16


Statement of Operations
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
 
Investment Income (Loss)
 
Income:
 
Interest
$
45,684,083

 
 
Expenses:
 
Management fees
7,448,165

Distribution and service fees:
 
A Class
77,305

C Class
110,703

R Class
89,405

Trustees' fees and expenses
126,357

Other expenses
33,221

 
7,885,156

Fees waived - G Class
(1,238,392
)
 
6,646,764

 
 
Net investment income (loss)
39,037,319

 
 
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
 
Net realized gain (loss) on:
 
Investment transactions
(6,971,800
)
Futures contract transactions
4,594,153

Swap agreement transactions
(1,650,053
)
 
(4,027,700
)
 
 
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:
 
Investments
(5,837,494
)
Futures contracts
(359,597
)
Swap agreements
(17,140,473
)
 
(23,337,564
)
 
 
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)
(27,365,264
)
 
 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
$
11,672,055



See Notes to Financial Statements.

17


Statement of Changes in Net Assets
YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND MARCH 31, 2019
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2019
Operations
 
 
Net investment income (loss)
$
39,037,319

$
27,605,904

Net realized gain (loss)
(4,027,700
)
(6,631,695
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)
(23,337,564
)
9,336,785

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations
11,672,055

30,310,994

 
 
 
Distributions to Shareholders
 
 
From earnings:
 
 
Investor Class
(10,573,869
)
(13,529,034
)
I Class
(2,992,390
)
(4,638,038
)
Y Class
(186,806
)
(57,097
)
A Class
(470,488
)
(494,557
)
C Class
(57,446
)
(254,024
)
R Class
(219,768
)
(254,623
)
R5 Class
(8,289,266
)
(9,029,513
)
R6 Class
(199,320
)
(251,819
)
G Class
(9,016,637
)
(11,509,794
)
Decrease in net assets from distributions
(32,005,990
)
(40,018,499
)
 
 
 
Capital Share Transactions
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5)
(14,146,501
)
(54,072,974
)
 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
(34,480,436
)
(63,780,479
)
 
 
 
Net Assets
 
 
Beginning of period
1,593,952,043

1,657,732,522

End of period
$
1,559,471,607

$
1,593,952,043



See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Notes to Financial Statements

MARCH 31, 2020

1. Organization

American Century Investment Trust (the trust) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Massachusetts business trust. Short Duration Inflation Protection Bond Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the trust. The fund’s investment objective is to pursue total return using a strategy that seeks to protect against U.S. inflation.

The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, Y Class, A Class, C Class, R Class, R5 Class, R6 Class and G Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.
 
2. Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.

Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The Board of Trustees has adopted valuation policies and procedures to guide the investment advisor in the fund’s investment valuation process and to provide methodologies for the oversight of the fund’s pricing function.
 
Fixed income securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Corporate bonds, U.S. Treasury and Government Agency securities, convertible bonds, bank loan obligations, municipal securities, and sovereign governments and agencies are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information. Mortgage-related and asset-backed securities are valued based on models that consider trade data, prepayment and default projections, benchmark yield and spread data and estimated cash flows of each tranche of the issuer. Collateralized loan obligations are valued based on discounted cash flow models that consider trade and economic data, prepayment assumptions and default projections. Commercial paper is valued using a curve-based approach that considers money market rates for specific instruments, programs, currencies and maturity points from a variety of active market makers.
 
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported net asset value per share. Exchange-traded futures contracts are valued at the settlement price as provided by the appropriate exchange. Swap agreements are valued at an evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or independent brokers.
 
If the fund determines that the market price for an investment is not readily available or the valuation methods mentioned above do not reflect an investment’s fair value, such investment is valued as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees or its delegate, in accordance with policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. In its determination of fair value, the fund may review several factors including, but not limited to, market information regarding the specific investment or comparable investments and correlation with other investment types, futures indices or general market indicators. Circumstances that may cause the fund to use these procedures to value an investment include, but are not limited to: an investment has been declared in default or is distressed; trading in a security has been suspended during the trading day or a security is not actively trading on its principal exchange; prices received from a regular pricing source are deemed unreliable; or there is a foreign market holiday and no trading occurred.
 

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The fund monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s net asset value per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region.
 
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
 
Investment Income — Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes paydown gain (loss) and accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums. Inflation adjustments related to inflation-linked debt securities are reflected as interest income.
 
Segregated Assets — In accordance with the 1940 Act, the fund segregates assets on its books and records to cover certain types of investment securities and other financial instruments. American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor) monitors, on a daily basis, the securities segregated to ensure the fund designates a sufficient amount of liquid assets, marked-to-market daily. The fund may also receive assets or be required to pledge assets at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements.
 
Income Tax Status — It is the fund’s policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
 
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
 
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are generally declared and paid quarterly, but may be paid less frequently. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
 
Indemnifications — Under the trust’s organizational documents, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
 
3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties

Certain officers and trustees of the trust are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The trust's investment advisor, ACIM, the trust's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the trust's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC. Various funds issued by American Century Asset Allocation Portfolios, Inc. own, in aggregate, 30% of the shares of the fund. Related parties do not invest in the fund for the purpose of exercising management or control.
 

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Management Fees — The trust has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except distribution and service fees, brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent trustees (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses, will be paid by ACIM. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class's daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund’s assets, which do not vary by class. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all the funds in the American Century Investments family of funds. The investment advisor agreed to waive the G Class’s management fee in its entirety. The investment advisor expects this waiver to remain in effect permanently and cannot terminate it without the approval of the Board of Trustees.

The Investment Category Fee range, the Complex Fee range and the effective annual management fee for each class for the period ended March 31, 2020 are as follows:
 
Investment Category Fee Range
Complex Fee Range
Effective Annual Management Fee
Investor Class
0.2625%
to 0.3800%
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.56%
I Class
0.1500% to 0.2100%
0.46%
Y Class
0.0500% to 0.1100%
0.36%
A Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.56%
C Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.56%
R Class
0.2500% to 0.3100%
0.56%
R5 Class
0.0500% to 0.1100%
0.36%
R6 Class
0.0000% to 0.0600%
0.31%
G Class
0.0000% to 0.0600%
0.00%(1)
(1)
Effective annual management fee before waiver was 0.31%.

Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Trustees has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class, C Class and R Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 1.00%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.75% is paid for distribution services. The plans provide that the R Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.50%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended March 31, 2020 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.

Trustees’ Fees and Expenses — The Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The trustees receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund’s officers do not receive compensation from the fund.

Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.
 
4. Investment Transactions

Purchases of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $820,926,286, of which $760,821,480 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.

Sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $937,195,839, of which $801,935,676 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.

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5. Capital Share Transactions

Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows (unlimited number of shares authorized):
 
Year ended
March 31, 2020
Year ended
March 31, 2019
 
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
27,732,599

$
285,287,737

8,376,795

$
84,668,535

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
1,035,523

10,562,334

1,357,528

13,511,281

Redeemed
(26,905,481
)
(273,841,011
)
(15,667,583
)
(157,715,291
)
 
1,862,641

22,009,060

(5,933,260
)
(59,535,475
)
I Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
15,433,169

159,501,955

9,647,354

98,304,633

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
265,593

2,730,300

413,802

4,148,760

Redeemed
(19,082,674
)
(197,349,981
)
(7,196,182
)
(72,676,457
)
 
(3,383,912
)
(35,117,726
)
2,864,974

29,776,936

Y Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
861,559

8,877,032

453,529

4,616,406

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
18,172

186,806

5,723

57,097

Redeemed
(278,655
)
(2,888,711
)
(35,594
)
(360,515
)
 
601,076

6,175,127

423,658

4,312,988

A Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
1,908,713

19,349,546

1,264,895

12,630,614

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
26,375

266,383

40,163

395,548

Redeemed
(1,408,952
)
(14,232,206
)
(1,200,787
)
(11,999,092
)
 
526,136

5,383,723

104,271

1,027,070

C Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
45,858

447,289

402,028

3,900,149

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
4,966

48,663

23,837

227,216

Redeemed
(1,199,787
)
(11,769,350
)
(911,500
)
(8,833,024
)
 
(1,148,963
)
(11,273,398
)
(485,635
)
(4,705,659
)
R Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
1,082,156

11,188,462

657,828

6,731,539

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
20,699

213,616

20,738

208,358

Redeemed
(806,527
)
(8,313,777
)
(463,304
)
(4,725,025
)
 
296,328

3,088,301

215,262

2,214,872

R5 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
9,930,616

102,935,457

8,934,549

91,219,008

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
792,451

8,146,392

880,366

8,820,400

Redeemed
(6,307,923
)
(63,999,450
)
(6,032,967
)
(61,029,129
)
 
4,415,144

47,082,399

3,781,948

39,010,279

R6 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
585,004

6,030,686

552,330

5,622,664

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
16,191

166,280

22,160

221,974

Redeemed
(459,563
)
(4,739,293
)
(507,609
)
(5,154,511
)
 
141,632

1,457,673

66,881

690,127

G Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
2,361,950

24,597,172

2,770,629

28,154,792

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
877,105

9,016,637

1,145,461

11,509,794

Redeemed
(8,448,721
)
(86,565,469
)
(10,462,037
)
(106,528,698
)
 
(5,209,666
)
(52,951,660
)
(6,545,947
)
(66,864,112
)
Net increase (decrease)
(1,899,584
)
$
(14,146,501
)
(5,507,848
)
$
(54,072,974
)

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6. Fair Value Measurements

The fund’s investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.

Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.

Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.

Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).

The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
 
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund’s portfolio holdings.
 
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Assets
 
 
 
Investment Securities
 
 
 
U.S. Treasury Securities

$
1,315,509,040


Asset-Backed Securities

74,325,571


Collateralized Mortgage Obligations

34,890,550


Collateralized Loan Obligations

12,024,798


Corporate Bonds

11,792,912


Temporary Cash Investments
$
53,425,575

55,000,102


 
$
53,425,575

$
1,503,542,973


Other Financial Instruments
 
 
 
Swap Agreements

$
3,248,679


 
 
 
 
Liabilities
 
 
 
Other Financial Instruments
 
 
 
Swap Agreements

$
17,009,962




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7. Derivative Instruments

Credit Risk — The fund is subject to credit risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of a bond generally declines as the credit quality of its issuer declines. Credit default swap agreements enable a fund to buy/sell protection against a credit event of a specific issuer or index. A fund may attempt to enhance returns by selling protection or attempt to mitigate credit risk by buying protection. The buyer/seller of credit protection against a security or basket of securities may pay/receive an up-front or periodic payment to compensate for/against potential default events. Changes in value, including the periodic amounts of interest to be paid or received on swap agreements, are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a fund is required to deposit cash or securities (initial margin) with a financial intermediary in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the notional amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the value and is a component of unrealized gains and losses. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon receipt or payment of a periodic settlement or termination of swap agreements. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of swap agreements are a component of net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements, respectively. The risks of entering into swap agreements include the possible lack of liquidity, failure of the counterparty to meet its obligations, and that there may be unfavorable changes in the underlying investments or instruments. The fund's average notional amount held during the period was $73,771,333.
 
Interest Rate Risk — The fund is subject to interest rate risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of bonds generally declines as interest rates rise. A fund may enter into futures contracts based on a bond index or a specific underlying security. A fund may purchase futures contracts to gain exposure to increases in market value or sell futures contracts to protect against a decline in market value. Upon entering into a futures contract, a fund will segregate cash, cash equivalents or other appropriate liquid securities on its records in amounts sufficient to meet requirements. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the contract value and is recorded as unrealized gains and losses. A fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the futures contract is closed or expires. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of futures contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts, respectively. One of the risks of entering into futures contracts is the possibility that the change in value of the contract may not correlate with the changes in value of the underlying securities. The fund's average notional exposure to interest rate risk derivative instruments held during the period was $283,036,364 futures contracts purchased.
 
Other Contracts — A fund may enter into total return swap agreements in order to attempt to obtain or preserve a particular return or spread at a lower cost than obtaining a return or spread through purchases and/or sales of instruments in other markets or gain exposure to certain markets in the most economical way possible. A fund will segregate cash, cash equivalents or other appropriate liquid securities on its records in amounts sufficient to meet requirements. Changes in value, including the periodic amounts of interest to be paid or received on swap agreements, are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a fund is required to deposit cash or securities (initial margin) with a financial intermediary in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the notional amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the value and is a component of unrealized gains and losses. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon receipt or payment of a periodic settlement or termination of swap agreements. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of swap agreements are a component of net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements, respectively. The risks of entering into swap agreements include the possible lack of liquidity, failure of the counterparty to meet its obligations, and that there may be unfavorable changes in the underlying investments or instruments, including inflationary risk. The fund's average notional amount held during the period was $335,350,000.


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Value of Derivative Instruments as of March 31, 2020
 
Asset Derivatives
Liability Derivatives
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Credit Risk
Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements*
$
747,093

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements*

Other Contracts
Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements*

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements*
$
438,131

Other Contracts
Swap agreements
423,101

Swap agreements

 
 
$
1,170,194

 
$
438,131


*Included in the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on centrally cleared swap agreements, as reported in the Schedule of Investments.

Effect of Derivative Instruments on the Statement of Operations for the Year Ended March 31, 2020
 
Net Realized Gain (Loss)
Change in Net Unrealized
Appreciation (Depreciation)
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Credit Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions
$
(876,907
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements
$
(1,476,102
)
Interest Rate Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions
4,594,153

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts
(359,597
)
Other Contracts
Net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions
(773,146
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements
(15,664,371
)
 
 
$
2,944,100

 
$
(17,500,070
)

8. Risk Factors

The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.

The fund may invest in instruments that have variable or floating coupon rates based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate intended to be representative of the rate at which certain major international banks lend to one another over short-terms. LIBOR will be phased out by the end of 2021. Uncertainty remains regarding a replacement rate or rates for LIBOR. The transition process may lead to increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that rely on LIBOR. This could result in a change to the value of such instruments.

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9. Federal Tax Information

The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019 were as follows:
 
2020
2019
Distributions Paid From
 
 
Ordinary income
$
32,005,990

$
40,018,499

Long-term capital gains



The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.

As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
Federal tax cost of investments
$
1,564,297,799

Gross tax appreciation of investments
$
6,541,995

Gross tax depreciation of investments
(13,871,246
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments
(7,329,251
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) on derivatives
(17,981,532
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation)
$
(25,310,783
)
Undistributed ordinary income
$
6,214,905

Accumulated short-term capital losses

$
(3,989,820
)
Accumulated long-term capital losses
$
(21,446,633
)
 
The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the realization for tax purposes of unsettled interest on swap agreements.

Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.
  
10. Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In March 2017, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2017-08, “Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (Subtopic 310-20), Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities” (ASU 2017-08). ASU 2017-08 amends the amortization period for certain purchased callable debt securities held at a premium, shortening such period to the earliest call date. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-08 did not materially impact the financial statements.

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Financial Highlights
 
For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
 
 
 
 
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net Realized
and Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net Assets, End of Period
(in thousands)
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.11
0.21
(0.14)
0.07
(0.17)
$10.01
0.69%
0.57%
2.13%
50%

$572,935

2019
$10.16
0.15
0.03
0.18
(0.23)
$10.11
1.79%
0.57%
1.49%
31%

$559,790

2018
$10.31
0.16
(0.16)
(0.15)
$10.16
0.05%
0.57%
1.52%
31%

$622,940

2017
$10.14
0.17
0.04
0.21
(0.04)
$10.31
2.11%
0.57%
1.69%
48%

$578,775

2016
$10.06
0.05
0.03
0.08
$10.14
0.80%
0.57%
0.61%
36%

$507,940

I Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.19
0.23
(0.15)
0.08
(0.18)
$10.09
0.79%
0.47%
2.23%
50%

$150,405

2019
$10.24
0.15
0.04
0.19
(0.24)
$10.19
1.87%
0.47%
1.59%
31%

$186,378

2018(3)
$10.38
0.15
(0.13)
0.02
(0.16)
$10.24
0.22%
0.47%(4)
1.51%(4)
31%(5)

$157,963

Y Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.19
0.22
(0.13)
0.09
(0.19)
$10.09
0.89%
0.37%
2.33%
50%

$10,494

2019
$10.24
0.15
0.05
0.20
(0.25)
$10.19
1.98%
0.37%
1.69%
31%

$4,471

2018(3)
$10.38
0.18
(0.15)
0.03
(0.17)
$10.24
0.29%
0.37%(4)
1.76%(4)
31%(5)

$155




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
 
 
 
 
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net Realized
and Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net Assets, End of Period
(in thousands)
A Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.01
0.18
(0.13)
0.05
(0.15)
$9.91
0.44%
0.82%
1.88%
50%

$29,951

2019
$10.06
0.11
0.04
0.15
(0.20)
$10.01
1.55%
0.82%
1.24%
31%

$24,988

2018
$10.21
0.13
(0.15)
(0.02)
(0.13)
$10.06
(0.21)%
0.82%
1.27%
31%

$24,073

2017
$10.04
0.15
0.04
0.19
(0.02)
$10.21
1.87%
0.82%
1.44%
48%

$46,885

2016
$9.98
0.10
(0.04)
0.06
$10.04
0.60%
0.82%
0.36%
36%

$53,748

C Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.69
0.17
(0.20)
(0.03)
(0.07)
$9.59
(0.33)%
1.57%
1.13%
50%

$6,571

2019
$9.74
0.05
0.03
0.08
(0.13)
$9.69
0.80%
1.57%
0.49%
31%

$17,769

2018
$9.89
0.05
(0.15)
(0.10)
(0.05)
$9.74
(0.99)%
1.57%
0.52%
31%

$22,600

2017
$9.78
0.07
0.04
0.11
$9.89
1.12%
1.57%
0.69%
48%

$27,511

2016
$9.80
(0.02)
(0.02)
$9.78
(0.20)%
1.57%
(0.39)%
36%

$31,482

R Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.21
0.16
(0.14)
0.02
(0.12)
$10.11
0.18%
1.07%
1.63%
50%

$18,099

2019
$10.26
0.08
0.05
0.13
(0.18)
$10.21
1.26%
1.07%
0.99%
31%

$15,253

2018
$10.41
0.11
(0.16)
(0.05)
(0.10)
$10.26
(0.45)%
1.07%
1.02%
31%

$13,120

2017
$10.25
0.13
0.03
0.16
$10.41
1.56%
1.07%
1.19%
48%

$12,039

2016
$10.21
(6)
0.04
0.04
$10.25
0.39%
1.07%
0.11%
36%

$13,658




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
 
 
 
 
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net Realized
and Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net Assets, End of Period
(in thousands)
R5 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.19
0.24
(0.15)
0.09
(0.19)
$10.09
0.89%
0.37%
2.33%
50%

$417,564

2019
$10.24
0.16
0.04
0.20
(0.25)
$10.19
1.98%
0.37%
1.69%
31%

$376,691

2018
$10.39
0.18
(0.16)
0.02
(0.17)
$10.24
0.25%
0.37%
1.72%
31%

$339,844

2017
$10.22
0.19
0.04
0.23
(0.06)
$10.39
2.30%
0.37%
1.89%
48%

$664,148

2016
$10.11
0.08
0.03
0.11
(6)
$10.22
1.10%
0.37%
0.81%
36%

$575,649

R6 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.19
0.25
(0.15)
0.10
(0.20)
$10.09
0.94%
0.32%
2.38%
50%

$10,261

2019
$10.24
0.16
0.04
0.20
(0.25)
$10.19
2.03%
0.32%
1.74%
31%

$8,920

2018
$10.38
0.18
(0.14)
0.04
(0.18)
$10.24
0.29%
0.32%
1.77%
31%

$8,280

2017
$10.22
0.20
0.03
0.23
(0.07)
$10.38
2.35%
0.32%
1.94%
48%

$199,340

2016
$10.11
0.06
0.06
0.12
(0.01)
$10.22
1.15%
0.32%
0.86%
36%

$166,472

G Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$10.20
0.29
(0.16)
0.13
(0.23)
$10.10
1.25%
0.01%(7)
2.69%(7)
50%

$343,192

2019
$10.25
0.22
0.01
0.23
(0.28)
$10.20
2.34%
0.01%(8)
2.05%(8)
31%

$399,692

2018(9)
$10.31
0.14
(0.07)
0.07
(0.13)
$10.25
0.66%
0.01%(4)(10)
2.02%(4)(10)
31%(5)

$468,758






Notes to Financial Highlights
 
 
(1)
Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)
Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(3)
April 10, 2017 (commencement of sale) through March 31, 2018.
(4)
Annualized.
(5)
Portfolio turnover is calculated at the fund level. Percentage indicated was calculated for the year ended March 31, 2018.
(6)
Per-share amount was less than $0.005.
(7)
The ratio of operating expenses to average net assets before expense waiver and the ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets before expense waiver was 0.32% and 2.38%, respectively.
(8)
The ratio of operating expenses to average net assets before expense waiver and the ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets before expense waiver was 0.32% and 1.74%, respectively.
(9)
July 28, 2017 (commencement of sale) through March 31, 2018.
(10)
The annualized ratio of operating expenses to average net assets before expense waiver and the annualized ratio of net investment income (loss) to average net assets before expense waiver was 0.32% and 1.71%, respectively.


See Notes to Financial Statements.



Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Trustees of American Century Investment Trust and Shareholders of Short Duration Inflation Protection Bond Fund    

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Short Duration Inflation Protection Bond Fund (one of the funds constituting American Century Investment Trust, referred to hereafter as the “Fund”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2020, the statement of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2020, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020 and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2020 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.



/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
May 18, 2020

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in American Century Investments since 1997.


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Management

Board of Trustees

The individuals listed below serve as trustees of the funds. Each trustee will continue to serve in this capacity until death, retirement, resignation or removal from office. The board has adopted a mandatory retirement age for trustees who are not “interested persons,” as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act (independent trustees). Independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 75th birthday; provided, however, that on or after January 1, 2022, independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 76th birthday.
Mr. Thomas is an “interested person” because he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC), the parent company of American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM or the advisor). The other trustees (more than three-fourths of the total number) are independent. They are not employees, directors or officers of, and have no financial interest in, ACC or any of its wholly owned, direct or indirect, subsidiaries, including ACIM, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS) and American Century Services, LLC (ACS), and they do not have any other affiliations, positions or relationships that would cause them to be considered “interested persons” under the Investment Company Act. The trustees serve in this capacity for eight (in the case of Jonathan S. Thomas, 16; and Ronald J. Gilson, 9) registered investment companies in the American Century Investments family of funds.
The following table presents additional information about the trustees. The mailing address for each trustee other than Mr. Thomas is 1665 Charleston Road, Mountain View, California 94043. The mailing address for Mr. Thomas is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Tanya S. Beder
(1955)
Trustee
Since 2011
Chairman and CEO, SBCC Group Inc. (independent advisory services) (2006 to present)
40
CYS Investments, Inc.; Kirby Corporation; Nabors Industries Ltd.
Jeremy I. Bulow
(1954)
Trustee
Since 2011
Professor of Economics, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (1979 to present)
40
None
Anne Casscells
(1958)
Trustee
Since 2016
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, Aetos Alternatives Management (investment advisory firm) (2001 to present); Lecturer in Accounting, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (2009 to 2017)
40
None
Ronald J. Gilson
(1946)
Trustee and Chairman of the Board
Since 1995
(Chairman since 2005)
Charles J. Meyers Professor of Law and Business, Emeritus, Stanford Law School (1979 to 2016); Marc and Eva Stern Professor of Law and Business, Columbia University School of Law (1992 to present)
57
None

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Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Frederick L. A. Grauer
(1946)
Trustee
Since 2008
Senior Advisor, Credit Sesame, Inc. (credit monitoring firm) (2018 to present); Senior Advisor, Course Hero (an educational technology company) (2015 to present)
40
None
Jonathan D. Levin
(1972)
Trustee
Since 2016
Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (2016 to present); Professor, Stanford University, (2000 to present)
40
None
Peter F. Pervere
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2007
Retired
40
None
John B. Shoven
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2002
Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics, Stanford University (1973 to present, emeritus since 2019)
40
Cadence Design Systems; Exponent; Financial Engines
Interested Trustee


Jonathan S. Thomas
(1963)
Trustee
Since 2007
President and Chief Executive Officer, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as Chief Executive Officer, ACS; Executive Vice President, ACIM; Director, ACC, ACIM and other ACC subsidiaries
120
None
The Statement of Additional Information has additional information about the fund's trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Officers

The following table presents certain information about the executive officers of the funds. Each officer serves as an officer for 16 (in the case of Robert J. Leach, 15) investment companies in the American Century family of funds, unless otherwise noted. No officer is compensated for his or her service as an officer of the funds. The listed officers are interested persons of the funds and are appointed or re-appointed on an annual basis. The mailing address for each of the officers listed below is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Offices with the Funds
Principal Occupation(s) During the Past Five Years
Patrick Bannigan
(1965)
President since 2019
Executive Vice President and Director, ACC (2012 to present); Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, ACC (2015 to present); Chief Operating Officer, ACC (2012-2015). Also serves as President, ACS; Vice President, ACIM; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and/or Director, ACIM, ACS and other ACC subsidiaries
R. Wes Campbell
(1974)
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018
Vice President, ACS (2020 to present); Investment Operations and Investment Accounting, ACS (2000 to present)
Amy D. Shelton
(1964)
Chief Compliance Officer and Vice President since 2014
Chief Compliance Officer, American Century funds, (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIM (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIS (2009 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIS
Charles A. Etherington
(1957)
General Counsel since 2007 and Senior Vice President since 2006
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present); Vice President, ACC (2005 to present); General Counsel, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as General Counsel, ACIM, ACS, ACIS and other ACC subsidiaries; and Senior Vice President, ACIM and ACS
C. Jean Wade
(1964)
Vice President since 2012
Senior Vice President, ACS (2017 to present); Vice President ACS (2000 to 2017)
Robert J. Leach
(1966)
Vice President since 2006
Vice President, ACS (2000 to present)
David H. Reinmiller
(1963)
Vice President since 2000
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIM and ACS
Ward D. Stauffer
(1960)
Secretary since 2005
Attorney, ACC (2003 to present)







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Liquidity Risk Management Program


The Fund has adopted a liquidity risk management program (the “program”). The Fund’s Board of Trustees (the "Board") has designated American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) as the administrator of the program. Personnel of ACIM or its affiliates conduct the day-to-day operation of the program pursuant to policies and procedures administered by those members of the ACIM’s Investment Oversight Committee who are members of the ACIM’s Investment Management and Global Analytics departments.

Under the program, ACIM manages the Fund’s liquidity risk, which is the risk that the Fund could not meet shareholder redemption requests without significant dilution of remaining shareholders’ interests in the Fund. This risk is managed by monitoring the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments, limiting the amount of the Fund’s illiquid investments, and utilizing various risk management tools and facilities available to the Fund for meeting shareholder redemptions, among other means. ACIM’s process of determining the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party liquidity assessment vendors.

The Board reviewed a report prepared by ACIM regarding the operation and effectiveness of the program for the period December 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. No significant liquidity events impacting the Fund were noted in the report. In addition, ACIM provided its assessment that the program had been effective in managing the Fund’s liquidity risk.


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Additional Information

Retirement Account Information

As required by law, distributions you receive from certain retirement accounts are subject to federal income tax withholding, unless you elect not to have withholding apply*. Tax will be withheld on the total amount withdrawn even though you may be receiving amounts that are not subject to withholding, such as nondeductible contributions. In such case, excess amounts of withholding could occur. You may adjust your withholding election so that a greater or lesser amount will be withheld.

If you don’t want us to withhold on this amount, you must notify us to not withhold the federal income tax. You may notify us in writing or in certain situations by telephone or through other electronic means. For systematic withdrawals, your withholding election will remain in effect until revoked or changed by filing a new election. You have the right to revoke your election at any time and change your withholding percentage for future distributions.

Remember, even if you elect not to have income tax withheld, you are liable for paying income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal. If you elect not to have income tax withheld or you don’t have enough income tax withheld, you may be responsible for payment of estimated tax. You may incur penalties under the estimated tax rules if your withholding and estimated tax payments are not sufficient. You can reduce or defer the income tax on a distribution by directly or indirectly rolling such distribution over to another IRA or eligible plan. You should consult your tax advisor for additional information.

State tax will be withheld if, at the time of your distribution, your address is within one of the mandatory withholding states and you have federal income tax withheld (or as otherwise required by state law). State taxes will be withheld from your distribution in accordance with the respective state rules.

*Some 403(b), 457 and qualified retirement plan distributions may be subject to 20% mandatory withholding, as they are subject to special tax and withholding rules.  Your plan administrator or plan sponsor is required to provide you with a special tax notice explaining those rules at the time you request a distribution.  If applicable, federal and/or state taxes may be withheld from your distribution amount.


Proxy Voting Policies

Descriptions of the principles and policies that the fund's investment advisor uses in exercising the voting rights associated with the securities purchased and/or held by the fund are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021 or visiting American Century Investments’ website at americancentury.com/proxy. A description of the policies is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. Information regarding how the investment advisor voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available on americancentury.com/proxy. It is also available at sec.gov.


Quarterly Portfolio Disclosure

The fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. The fund also makes its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the most recent quarter of its fiscal year available on its website at americancentury.com and, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.

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37


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38


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39


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Annual Report
 
 
 
March 31, 2020
 
 
 
Short Duration Strategic Income Fund
 
Investor Class (ASDVX)
 
I Class (ASDHX)
 
Y Class (ASYDX)
 
A Class (ASADX)
 
C Class (ASCDX)
 
R Class (ASDRX)
 
R5 Class (ASDJX)
 
R6 Class (ASXDX)









Beginning on January 1, 2021, as permitted by regulations adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission, paper copies of the fund’s shareholder reports like this one will no longer be sent by mail, unless you specifically request paper copies of the reports from the fund or from your financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or bank. Instead, the reports will be made available on a website, and you will be notified by mail each time a report is posted and provided with a website link to access the report.

If you already elected to receive shareholder reports electronically, you will not be affected by this change and you need not take any action. You may elect to receive shareholder reports and other communications from the fund or your financial intermediary electronically by calling or sending an email request to your appropriate contacts as listed on the back cover of this report.

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Table of Contents
President’s Letter
Performance
Portfolio Commentary
Fund Characteristics
Shareholder Fee Example
Schedule of Investments
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Statement of Operations
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Notes to Financial Statements
Financial Highlights
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Management
Liquidity Risk Management Program
Additional Information



















Any opinions expressed in this report reflect those of the author as of the date of the report, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of American Century Investments® or any other person in the American Century Investments organization. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and American Century Investments disclaims any responsibility to update such opinions. These opinions may not be relied upon as investment advice and, because investment decisions made by American Century Investments funds are based on numerous factors, may not be relied upon as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any American Century Investments fund. Security examples are used for representational purposes only and are not intended as recommendations to purchase or sell securities. Performance information for comparative indices and securities is provided to American Century Investments by third party vendors. To the best of American Century Investments’ knowledge, such information is accurate at the time of printing.



President’s Letter

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Dear Investor:

Thank you for reviewing this annual report for the period ended March 31, 2020. Annual reports help convey important information about fund returns, including market factors that affected performance during the reporting period. For additional insights, please visit americancentury.com.

Virus Outbreak Abruptly Altered Economic, Market Backdrops

Through most of the period, market sentiment was upbeat, partly due to accommodative Federal Reserve (Fed) policy and modest inflation. Improving economic and corporate earnings data and a phase 1 U.S.-China trade deal also helped boost growth outlooks. Against this backdrop, key U.S. stock benchmarks rose to record highs by mid-February, and U.S. bonds continued to advance.

However, beginning in late February, unprecedented social and economic turmoil emerged and reversed the positive trajectory. The COVID-19 epidemic originating in China rapidly spread throughout the world, forcing stay-at-home orders and industry-wide shutdowns. U.S. stocks, corporate bonds and other riskier assets sold off sharply, while U.S. Treasuries rallied in the global flight to quality. The Fed stepped in quickly and aggressively, slashing interest rates to near 0% and enacting massive lending and asset-purchase programs to stabilize the financial system.

The swift and severe sell-off erased the strong stock market gains realized earlier in the period and left key benchmarks with losses for the 12 months. Reflecting their defensive characteristics, high-quality U.S. bonds withstood the turmoil and delivered solid returns for the 12-month period.

Promoting Health and Safety Remains Our Focus

While the market impact of COVID-19 has been severe, reducing the human toll is most important. We are monitoring the situation closely and following guidelines and protocols from all relevant authorities. Our firm has activated a comprehensive Pandemic Response Plan, which includes social distancing and work-from-home mandates, travel restrictions and escalated cleaning regimens at all our facilities. We’ve also launched a Business Continuity Plan to maintain regular business operations and ensure delivery of outstanding service.

We appreciate your confidence in us during these extraordinary times. We have a long history of helping clients weather volatile markets, and we are confident we will meet today’s challenges. In the meantime, the health and safety of you, your family and our employees remain a top priority.

Sincerely,
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Jonathan Thomas
President and Chief Executive Officer
American Century Investments

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Performance
 
Total Returns as of March 31, 2020
 
 
 
Average Annual Returns
 
 
Ticker
Symbol
1 year
5 years
Since
Inception
Inception
Date
Investor Class
ASDVX
-0.65%
1.63%
1.40%
7/28/14
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-3 Year Government/Credit Bond Index
4.53%
1.89%
1.82%
I Class
ASDHX
-0.44%
1.23%
4/10/17
Y Class
ASYDX
-0.45%
1.32%
4/10/17
A Class
ASADX
 
 
 
7/28/14
No sales charge
 
-0.90%
1.37%
1.15%
 
With sales charge
 
-3.14%
0.92%
0.75%
 
C Class
ASCDX
-1.63%
0.62%
0.40%
7/28/14
R Class
ASDRX
-1.14%
1.12%
0.90%
7/28/14
R5 Class
ASDJX
-0.33%
1.85%
1.63%
7/28/14
R6 Class
ASXDX
-0.39%
1.88%
1.66%
7/28/14
Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Sales charges include initial sales charges and contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs), as applicable. A Class shares have a 2.25% maximum initial sales charge and may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. C Class shares redeemed within 12 months of purchase are subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. The SEC requires that mutual funds provide performance information net of maximum sales charges in all cases where charges could be applied.


















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Growth of $10,000 Over Life of Class
$10,000 investment made July 28, 2014
Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure.

chart-8e303147bb9052d7898a01.jpg
Value on March 31, 2020
 
Investor Class — $10,824
 
 
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-3 Year Government/Credit Bond Index — $11,079
 
Ending value of Investor Class would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
Investor Class
I Class
Y Class
A Class
C Class
R Class
R5 Class
R6 Class
0.61%
0.51%
0.41%
0.86%
1.61%
1.11%
0.41%
0.36%
The total annual fund operating expenses shown is as stated in the fund’s prospectus current as of the date of this report. The prospectus may vary from the expense ratio shown elsewhere in this report because it is based on a different time period, includes acquired fund fees and expenses, and, if applicable, does not include fee waivers or expense reimbursements.
















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Portfolio Commentary
 

Portfolio Managers: Jason Greenblath, Jeff Houston, Bob Gahagan, Brian Howell and Charles Tan

Effective May 2019, Kevin Akioka left the portfolio management team, and Charles Tan joined the team. In June 2019, Margé Karner left the portfolio management team, and Jason Greenblath joined the team.

Performance Summary

Short Duration Strategic Income returned -0.65%* for the 12 months ended March 31, 2020. By comparison, the investment-grade Bloomberg Barclays U.S. 1-3 Year Government/Credit Bond Index gained 4.53% for the same period. Fund returns reflect operating expenses, while index returns do not. The fund’s results largely reflect the negative performance of out-of-index high-yield corporate and emerging markets bonds during the unprecedented sell-off of risk assets late in the reporting period.

The reporting period began on an upbeat note for bond investors. The Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) early 2019 pivot toward dovish policy set the stage for rate cuts in July, September and October. This action, along with modest economic and corporate earnings growth and low inflation, generally supported solid gains for most U.S. and non-U.S. bond sectors. By year-end 2019, global economic data improved, the U.S. and China signed a phase 1 trade deal and the Fed suggested it would hold rates steady through 2020.

Conditions deteriorated rapidly within the first quarter of 2020. As the COVID-19 epidemic originating in China expanded into a pandemic, nervous fixed-income investors scrambled to shed credit risk and seek shelter in cash. Market volatility soared and liquidity markedly worsened. In response, the Fed slashed short-term rates to near 0% and launched a series of initiatives to stabilize the financial markets. Separately, Congress passed a $2 trillion fiscal relief package. Reflecting market sentiment, U.S. Treasury yields declined sharply, hitting record lows in March before recovering slightly by month-end.

Amid a global flight to quality, riskier investments, including investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds, securitized bonds and emerging markets securities, suffered significant losses. The Fed’s rescue programs helped stabilize the credit-sensitive sectors of the fixed-income universe, but not before they experienced sharp losses. Against this backdrop, overweight positions in spread assets and an underweight in Treasury securities relative to the index and out-of-index positions in high-yield and emerging markets debt accounted for much of the portfolio’s underperformance.

High-Yield Bonds Were Main Detractors

Our out-of-index position in high-yield corporate bonds, which comprised approximately 13% of the portfolio on March 31, 2020, was the main detractor from performance. These securities generally delivered strong results through the first 10 months of the reporting period, as favorable corporate fundamentals and risk-on sentiment supported gains. But that positive performance unwound quickly and severely beginning in mid-February 2020, as the mounting coronavirus outbreak shut down normal business activity across the economic spectrum and pressured earnings outlooks. The resulting sell-off of risk assets hurt returns in the corporate credit markets. Additionally, an
unexpected price war between Saudi Arabia and Russia amid waning demand for oil triggered a

*All fund returns referenced in this commentary are for Investor Class shares. Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived. Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure; when Investor Class performance exceeds that of the index, other share classes may not. See page 3 for returns for all share classes.

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sizable drop in the oil markets. This development accelerated the havoc in the high-yield sector, home to many energy companies.

Our investment-grade corporate bonds also suffered in the late-period sell-off, but for the 12 months overall, they were modest contributors to performance. Through most of the reporting period, positive economic and corporate fundamentals generally supported solid gains among investment-grade corporates.

Given the extraordinary events of early 2020, we tilted toward a more defensive stance, eliminating investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds that didn’t align with that posture. We sold securities that were either richly valued or unlikely to withstand an extended economic downturn, including gaming and lodging credits. We also extended duration beginning in summer 2019. We continued extending duration in early 2020. These moves contributed to results as rates declined.

Emerging Markets Bonds Weighed on Results

Our out-of-index position in U.S. dollar-denominated emerging markets corporate and sovereign securities also detracted from performance. For much of the period, emerging markets bonds rallied amid falling U.S. Treasury yields, a dovish Fed and the U.S.-China trade deal. However, with investors shunning risk late in the period, emerging markets bonds declined and were modest detractors overall. Falling oil and commodity prices and a weakened growth outlook for China weighed on emerging markets debt prices.

Securitized Sector Detracted Slightly

We maintained a sizable position in securitized bonds, which also struggled in the early 2020 sell-off. However, for the 12-month period overall, securitized bonds detracted only slightly, as strong performance from our holdings in 2019 largely offset negative results in early 2020. We favored out-of-index credit-sensitive securities, including non-agency collateralized mortgage obligations, non-agency commercial mortgage-backed securities, asset-backed securities and collateralized loan obligations, which generally rallied in the risk-on climate of 2019. The severe dislocations among credit-sensitive mortgage sectors late in the reporting period prompted us to reduce exposure to these securities. We believe rising unemployment and the broad economic shutdown created by the pandemic will create challenges for certain segments of the mortgage market.

Portfolio Positioning

The economic downturn during the first quarter of 2020 was swift and severe, but we do not expect an equally swift, or V-shaped, recovery. The consumer is the main driver of the U.S. economy, and we believe the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will weigh on consumer sentiment—and job and economic growth—for several months. Ultimately, this crisis requires a medical solution.

Heightened volatility often creates market disruptions that lead to attractive buying opportunities. Although we identified such opportunities late in the reporting period, we’re remaining cautious. We expect continued near-term pressure on credit spreads from growing defaults and rapid downgrades. Accordingly, we’re focusing on higher-quality corporate and securitized securities and positioning our portfolio to weather a U-shaped recovery. Within the high-yield sector, we’re finding value among more recession-proof, BB-rated issuers in the media (cable providers) and containers and packaging industries. We continue to look for opportunities to enhance portfolio yield and returns, while being mindful of the economic headwinds.

Likewise, as a matter of course, we continue to review our portfolio holdings, selling those that do not align with our outlook in the current environment. We’ve also hedged overall risk in the portfolio via credit default swaps. As always, we favor a bottom-up approach to portfolio management, emphasizing careful security selection.


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Fund Characteristics
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Portfolio at a Glance
 
Average Duration (effective)
2.5 years
Weighted Average Life to Maturity
2.9 years
 
 
Types of Investments in Portfolio
% of net assets
Corporate Bonds
65.9%
U.S. Treasury Securities
12.9%
Asset-Backed Securities
9.1%
Collateralized Loan Obligations
6.5%
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations
4.1%
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities
1.1%
Sovereign Governments and Agencies
0.8%
Bank Loan Obligations
0.2%
Temporary Cash Investments
0.2%
Other Assets and Liabilities
(0.8)%

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Shareholder Fee Example 

Fund shareholders may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments and redemption/exchange fees; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in your fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing cost of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 made at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020.

Actual Expenses

The table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each class. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. First, identify the share class you own. Then simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

If you hold Investor Class shares of any American Century Investments fund, or I Class shares of the American Century Diversified Bond Fund, in an American Century Investments account (i.e., not through a financial intermediary or employer-sponsored retirement plan account), American Century Investments may charge you a $25.00 annual account maintenance fee if the value of those shares is less than $10,000. We will redeem shares automatically in one of your accounts to pay the $25.00 fee. In determining your total eligible investment amount, we will include your investments in all personal accounts (including American Century Investments brokerage accounts) registered under your Social Security number. Personal accounts include individual accounts, joint accounts, UGMA/UTMA accounts, personal trusts, Coverdell Education Savings Accounts and IRAs (including traditional, Roth, Rollover, SEP-, SARSEP- and SIMPLE-IRAs), and certain other retirement accounts. If you have only business, business retirement, employer-sponsored or American Century Investments brokerage accounts, you are currently not subject to this fee. If you are subject to the account maintenance fee, your account value could be reduced by the fee amount.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The table also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the actual expense ratio of each class of your fund and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the actual return of a fund’s share class. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or redemption/exchange fees. Therefore, the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.


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Beginning
Account Value
10/1/19
Ending
Account Value
3/31/20
Expenses Paid
During Period
(1) 
10/1/19 - 3/31/20
 
Annualized
Expense Ratio
(1)
Actual
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$972.70
$2.56
0.52%
I Class
$1,000
$973.10
$2.07
0.42%
Y Class
$1,000
$973.70
$1.58
0.32%
A Class
$1,000
$971.40
$3.79
0.77%
C Class
$1,000
$967.80
$7.48
1.52%
R Class
$1,000
$970.20
$5.02
1.02%
R5 Class
$1,000
$973.70
$1.58
0.32%
R6 Class
$1,000
$973.90
$1.33
0.27%
Hypothetical
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,022.40
$2.63
0.52%
I Class
$1,000
$1,022.90
$2.12
0.42%
Y Class
$1,000
$1,023.40
$1.62
0.32%
A Class
$1,000
$1,021.15
$3.89
0.77%
C Class
$1,000
$1,017.40
$7.67
1.52%
R Class
$1,000
$1,019.90
$5.15
1.02%
R5 Class
$1,000
$1,023.40
$1.62
0.32%
R6 Class
$1,000
$1,023.65
$1.37
0.27%
(1)
Expenses are equal to the class's annualized expense ratio listed in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 183, the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year, divided by 366, to reflect the one-half year period. Annualized expense ratio reflects actual expenses, including any applicable fee waivers or expense reimbursements and excluding any acquired fund fees and expenses.

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Schedule of Investments

MARCH 31, 2020
 
Principal Amount
Value
CORPORATE BONDS — 65.9%
 
 
Automobiles — 1.6%
 
 
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV, 4.50%, 4/15/20
$
250,000

$
250,716

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 5.09%, 1/7/21
800,000

772,496

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 3.20%, 1/15/21
400,000

388,500

Ford Motor Credit Co. LLC, 3.35%, 11/1/22
1,000,000

925,000

General Motors Financial Co., Inc., 3.45%, 4/10/22
500,000

462,153

Hyundai Capital America, 2.375%, 2/10/23(1)
330,000

311,733

 
 
3,110,598

Banks — 14.7%
 
 
Banco Bradesco SA, 2.85%, 1/27/23(1)
800,000

757,408

Banco Santander SA, 3.50%, 4/11/22
600,000

593,934

Banistmo SA, 3.65%, 9/19/22
200,000

185,313

Bank of America Corp., MTN, VRN, 2.33%, 10/1/21
1,000,000

998,734

Bank of America Corp., VRN, 3.00%, 12/20/23
271,000

276,460

Barclays Bank plc, 5.14%, 10/14/20
1,300,000

1,312,686

BBVA Bancomer SA, 6.75%, 9/30/22
1,100,000

1,097,624

CIT Group, Inc., 5.00%, 8/15/22
1,000,000

982,521

Citigroup, Inc., 2.70%, 3/30/21
600,000

602,702

Citigroup, Inc., 2.90%, 12/8/21
1,378,000

1,391,604

Citigroup, Inc., 2.75%, 4/25/22
28,000

28,167

Credit Suisse AG, 2.10%, 11/12/21
800,000

797,000

Fifth Third BanCorp., 2.375%, 1/28/25
630,000

614,831

FNB Corp., 2.20%, 2/24/23
510,000

501,279

HSBC Holdings plc, VRN, 2.63%, 11/7/25
1,000,000

971,920

ICICI Bank Ltd., 5.75%, 11/16/20
200,000

203,097

JPMorgan Chase & Co., 4.625%, 5/10/21
1,300,000

1,336,251

JPMorgan Chase & Co., VRN, 2.78%, 4/25/23
800,000

810,852

Lloyds Bank plc, 2.25%, 8/14/22
1,000,000

997,497

MUFG Union Bank N.A., 2.10%, 12/9/22
1,530,000

1,512,391

National Australia Bank Ltd., 1.875%, 12/13/22
1,375,000

1,368,374

National Bank of Canada, MTN, 2.10%, 2/1/23
1,207,000

1,203,606

Regions Financial Corp., 2.75%, 8/14/22
1,000,000

990,058

Santander UK plc, 2.10%, 1/13/23
1,100,000

1,068,188

Toronto-Dominion Bank (The), MTN, 2.65%, 6/12/24
1,080,000

1,104,661

Truist Bank, VRN, 0.88%, (SOFR plus 0.73%), 3/9/23
660,000

601,445

Truist Financial Corp., MTN, 2.20%, 3/16/23
1,000,000

1,003,256

U.S. Bancorp, MTN, 3.60%, 9/11/24
1,000,000

1,028,492

US Bank N.A., 1.80%, 1/21/22
2,300,000

2,298,288

Wells Fargo Bank N.A., VRN, 2.08%, 9/9/22
1,000,000

996,041

Westpac Banking Corp., 2.75%, 1/11/23
1,210,000

1,232,835

 
 
28,867,515


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Principal Amount
Value
Biotechnology — 3.5%
 
 
AbbVie, Inc., 2.30%, 11/21/22(1)
$
2,330,000

$
2,331,116

Amgen, Inc., 3.625%, 5/15/22
1,000,000

1,037,260

Biogen, Inc., 3.625%, 9/15/22
2,075,000

2,133,348

Gilead Sciences, Inc., 4.40%, 12/1/21
750,000

774,987

Gilead Sciences, Inc., 3.25%, 9/1/22
500,000

511,958

 
 
6,788,669

Capital Markets — 4.8%
 
 
Banco BTG Pactual SA, 4.50%, 1/10/25(1)
1,000,000

880,000

Bank of New York Mellon Corp. (The), MTN, 1.85%, 1/27/23
1,650,000

1,659,065

Credit Suisse Group AG, VRN, 3.00%, 12/14/23(1)
1,000,000

974,845

Credit Suisse Group AG, VRN, 2.59%, 9/11/25(1)
500,000

475,885

Goldman Sachs BDC, Inc., 3.75%, 2/10/25
299,000

277,741

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 3.00%, 4/26/22
525,000

529,007

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 3.20%, 2/23/23
1,000,000

1,021,788

Morgan Stanley, MTN, 5.50%, 7/28/21
1,300,000

1,350,618

Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp., 3.50%, 2/25/25
535,000

481,527

State Street Corp., VRN, 2.83%, 3/30/23(1)
100,000

100,981

UBS Group AG, 2.65%, 2/1/22(1)
1,770,000

1,768,764

 
 
9,520,221

Chemicals — 1.0%
 
 
Ashland LLC, 4.75%, 8/15/22
90,000

89,325

CF Industries, Inc., 3.45%, 6/1/23
1,000,000

990,040

Olin Corp., 5.50%, 8/15/22
980,000

909,867

 
 
1,989,232

Commercial Services and Supplies — 0.9%
 
 
Nielsen Finance LLC / Nielsen Finance Co., 5.00%, 4/15/22(1)
750,000

695,370

Republic Services, Inc., 3.55%, 6/1/22
1,000,000

1,026,653

 
 
1,722,023

Communications Equipment — 0.3%
 
 
CommScope, Inc., 5.50%, 3/1/24(1)
550,000

560,040

Consumer Finance — 1.8%
 
 
Ally Financial, Inc., 4.625%, 3/30/25
450,000

432,894

Ally Financial, Inc., 5.75%, 11/20/25
46,000

45,342

Capital One Bank USA N.A., 3.375%, 2/15/23
1,100,000

1,077,640

Discover Financial Services, 3.85%, 11/21/22
1,000,000

1,021,784

Synchrony Financial, 2.85%, 7/25/22
1,000,000

953,885

 
 
3,531,545

Containers and Packaging — 1.6%
 
 
Ball Corp., 5.00%, 3/15/22
990,000

1,024,314

Berry Global, Inc., 5.125%, 7/15/23
1,030,000

1,039,960

Reynolds Group Issuer, Inc. / Reynolds Group Issuer LLC / Reynolds Group Issuer Lu, 5.125%, 7/15/23(1)
1,030,000

1,028,707

 
 
3,092,981

Diversified Financial Services — 0.4%
 
 
Credit Suisse Group Funding Guernsey Ltd., 3.45%, 4/16/21
700,000

704,642


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Principal Amount
Value
Diversified Telecommunication Services — 4.3%
 
 
AT&T, Inc., 4.45%, 5/15/21
$
500,000

$
511,656

AT&T, Inc., 3.875%, 8/15/21
800,000

819,676

AT&T, Inc., 3.00%, 6/30/22
1,310,000

1,322,677

Deutsche Telekom International Finance BV, 2.82%, 1/19/22(1)
2,000,000

1,987,420

Ooredoo International Finance Ltd., MTN, 4.75%, 2/16/21
900,000

899,258

Orange SA, 4.125%, 9/14/21
500,000

511,799

TBG Global Pte Ltd., 5.25%, 2/10/22
700,000

671,895

Verizon Communications, Inc., 2.95%, 3/15/22
1,004,000

1,024,929

Verizon Communications, Inc., 2.45%, 11/1/22
611,000

621,611

 
 
8,370,921

Electric Utilities — 0.8%
 
 
Duke Energy Corp., 3.55%, 9/15/21
250,000

253,532

Florida Power & Light Co., 2.85%, 4/1/25
500,000

526,173

Progress Energy, Inc., 3.15%, 4/1/22
700,000

708,462

 
 
1,488,167

Entertainment — 1.2%
 
 
Netflix, Inc., 5.375%, 2/1/21
450,000

456,412

Netflix, Inc., 5.50%, 2/15/22
590,000

604,750

Walt Disney Co. (The), 3.35%, 3/24/25
1,120,000

1,224,111

 
 
2,285,273

Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 1.7%
 
 
Crown Castle International Corp., 2.25%, 9/1/21
1,000,000

986,742

Crown Castle International Corp., 5.25%, 1/15/23
500,000

530,970

Equinix, Inc., 5.875%, 1/15/26
700,000

718,144

Essex Portfolio LP, 3.625%, 8/15/22
600,000

595,261

Simon Property Group LP, 2.75%, 6/1/23
555,000

547,720

 
 
3,378,837

Food and Staples Retailing — 0.7%
 
 
Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 3.50%, 2/15/23(1)
1,100,000

1,091,200

Sysco Corp., 5.65%, 4/1/25(2)
280,000

291,857

 
 
1,383,057

Food Products — 1.3%
 
 
Conagra Brands, Inc., 3.80%, 10/22/21
600,000

605,174

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 11/1/24(1)
1,000,000

991,255

Mondelez International Holdings Netherlands BV, 2.00%, 10/28/21(1)
1,000,000

996,443

 
 
2,592,872

Health Care Equipment and Supplies — 1.3%
 
 
Becton Dickinson and Co., 2.89%, 6/6/22
1,500,000

1,502,448

DH Europe Finance II Sarl, 2.05%, 11/15/22
1,000,000

982,049

 
 
2,484,497

Health Care Providers and Services — 2.7%
 
 
Acadia Healthcare Co., Inc., 5.125%, 7/1/22
1,000,000

961,564

CVS Health Corp., 3.70%, 3/9/23
500,000

521,129

DaVita, Inc., 5.125%, 7/15/24
1,000,000

1,003,255

Fresenius Medical Care US Finance II, Inc., 4.125%, 10/15/20(1)
600,000

596,173


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Principal Amount
Value
HCA, Inc., 5.00%, 3/15/24
$
500,000

$
518,600

Tenet Healthcare Corp., 8.125%, 4/1/22
700,000

665,238

UnitedHealth Group, Inc., 2.875%, 12/15/21
1,000,000

1,021,672

 
 
5,287,631

Household Durables — 1.5%
 
 
D.R. Horton, Inc., 2.50%, 10/15/24
500,000

468,026

Lennar Corp., 2.95%, 11/29/20
1,040,000

1,023,048

Toll Brothers Finance Corp., 4.375%, 4/15/23
1,620,000

1,553,167

 
 
3,044,241

Insurance — 1.5%
 
 
American International Group, Inc., 4.125%, 2/15/24
485,000

509,878

Metropolitan Life Global Funding I, 1.95%, 1/13/23(1)
1,375,000

1,347,542

WR Berkley Corp., 4.625%, 3/15/22
1,250,000

1,074,495

 
 
2,931,915

IT Services — 0.1%
 
 
Western Union Co. (The), 2.85%, 1/10/25
124,000

123,665

Machinery — 0.1%
 
 
Otis Worldwide Corp., VRN, 2.09%, 4/5/23(1)
170,000

161,870

Media — 3.3%
 
 
CSC Holdings LLC, 6.75%, 11/15/21
970,000

1,005,647

Discovery Communications LLC, 3.80%, 3/13/24
570,000

567,600

DISH DBS Corp., 5.125%, 5/1/20
300,000

298,742

Fox Corp., 3.05%, 4/7/25(2)
100,000

101,074

Omnicom Group, Inc. / Omnicom Capital, Inc., 3.625%, 5/1/22
1,000,000

1,017,443

Time Warner Cable LLC, 4.125%, 2/15/21
450,000

451,427

ViacomCBS, Inc., 3.125%, 6/15/22
900,000

889,005

ViacomCBS, Inc., 3.875%, 4/1/24
1,025,000

1,023,370

VTR Finance BV, 6.875%, 1/15/24
1,259,000

1,150,405

 
 
6,504,713

Metals and Mining — 0.5%
 
 
Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 3.55%, 3/1/22
136,000

131,194

HTA Group Ltd., 9.125%, 3/8/22
900,000

831,101

 
 
962,295

Multi-Utilities — 1.2%
 
 
DTE Energy Co., 2.25%, 11/1/22
1,500,000

1,486,611

Sempra Energy, 2.875%, 10/1/22
825,000

828,744

 
 
2,315,355

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 4.8%
 
 
Energy Transfer Partners LP / Regency Energy Finance Corp., 5.875%, 3/1/22
1,000,000

940,070

Gazprom PJSC Via Gaz Capital SA, 6.00%, 1/23/21
900,000

916,758

Lukoil International Finance BV, 6.125%, 11/9/20
800,000

809,993

MPLX LP, 3.50%, 12/1/22(1)
400,000

383,385

Ovintiv, Inc., 3.90%, 11/15/21
600,000

411,725

Petroleos Mexicanos, 4.875%, 1/24/22
2,410,000

2,086,062

Phillips 66, 4.30%, 4/1/22
1,000,000

1,004,377

Ras Laffan Liquefied Natural Gas Co. Ltd. II, 5.30%, 9/30/20(1)
28,025

28,559


13


 
Principal Amount
Value
Sabine Pass Liquefaction LLC, 5.625%, 2/1/21
$
950,000

$
934,919

Saudi Arabian Oil Co., MTN, 2.75%, 4/16/22
900,000

882,378

Southwestern Energy Co., 4.10%, 3/15/22
700,000

530,905

WPX Energy, Inc., 5.25%, 10/15/27
1,000,000

555,550

 
 
9,484,681

Pharmaceuticals — 2.1%
 
 
Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 7.00%, 3/15/24(1)
500,000

515,628

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co., 3.25%, 8/15/22(1)
2,075,000

2,156,694

Elanco Animal Health, Inc., 5.02%, 8/28/23
1,000,000

1,013,341

Mylan NV, 3.15%, 6/15/21
500,000

495,567

 
 
4,181,230

Road and Rail — 0.9%
 
 
Ashtead Capital, Inc., 4.125%, 8/15/25(1)
600,000

552,000

United Rentals North America, Inc., 5.50%, 7/15/25
510,000

502,990

United Rentals North America, Inc., 6.50%, 12/15/26
750,000

765,412

 
 
1,820,402

Semiconductors and Semiconductor Equipment — 0.7%
 
 
Broadcom Corp. / Broadcom Cayman Finance Ltd., 2.20%, 1/15/21
900,000

888,562

NXP BV / NXP Funding LLC, 3.875%, 9/1/22(1)
500,000

502,417

 
 
1,390,979

Software — 0.9%
 
 
NortonLifeLock, Inc., 4.20%, 9/15/20
300,000

298,126

Oracle Corp., 2.50%, 10/15/22
1,050,000

1,075,269

Oracle Corp., 2.50%, 4/1/25(2)
400,000

408,820

 
 
1,782,215

Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 0.5%
 
 
Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 5.875%, 6/15/21(1)
198,000

198,000

Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 5.45%, 6/15/23(1)
740,000

760,310

 
 
958,310

Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods — 0.8%
 
 
NIKE, Inc., 2.40%, 3/27/25
1,500,000

1,556,006

Thrifts and Mortgage Finance — 0.5%
 
 
Nationwide Building Society, 2.00%, 1/27/23(1)
1,050,000

1,029,142

Trading Companies and Distributors — 0.2%
 
 
International Lease Finance Corp., 4.625%, 4/15/21
535,000

494,062

Transportation Infrastructure — 0.4%
 
 
DP World plc, MTN, 3.25%, 5/18/20
900,000

887,006

Wireless Telecommunication Services — 1.3%
 
 
MTN Mauritius Investments Ltd., 5.37%, 2/13/22
500,000

469,497

VEON Holdings BV, 3.95%, 6/16/21
1,000,000

996,200

Vodafone Group plc, 2.95%, 2/19/23
1,000,000

1,022,255

 
 
2,487,952

TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS
(Cost $133,234,768)
 
129,274,760

U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES — 12.9%
 
 
U.S. Treasury Notes, 2.50%, 1/31/21(3)
600,000

612,047

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.75%, 6/15/22
9,000,000

9,303,223


14


 
Principal Amount
Value
U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.625%, 11/15/22
$
3,700,000

$
3,831,451

U.S. Treasury Notes, 0.50%, 3/15/23
9,500,000

9,560,488

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.125%, 2/28/25
2,000,000

2,075,000

TOTAL U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES
(Cost $24,855,331)
 
25,382,209

ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES — 9.1%
 
 
BRE Grand Islander Timeshare Issuer LLC, Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.94%, 5/25/29(1)
188,862

185,285

BRE Grand Islander Timeshare Issuer LLC, Series 2017-1A, Class B, 3.24%, 5/25/29(1)
20,985

20,509

BRE Grand Islander Timeshare Issuer LLC, Series 2019-A, Class A SEQ, 3.28%, 9/26/33(1)
496,830

493,487

Hertz Fleet Lease Funding LP, Series 2017-1, Class A1, VRN, 1.51%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.65%), 4/10/31(1)
133,724

133,369

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2014-AA, Class A SEQ, 1.77%, 11/25/26(1)
114,443

113,583

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2014-AA, Class B, 2.07%, 11/25/26(1)
22,889

22,687

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2017-AA, Class A SEQ, 2.66%, 12/26/28(1)
973,861

959,888

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2017-AA, Class B, 2.96%, 12/26/28(1)
350,590

345,488

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2018-AA, Class B, 3.70%, 2/25/32(1)
554,646

553,765

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2019-AA, Class B, 2.54%, 7/25/33(1)
812,110

670,041

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2017-SFR2, Class B, VRN, 1.95%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 12/17/36(1)
625,000

561,404

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class B, VRN, 1.75%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.95%), 3/17/37(1)
325,000

293,545

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class C, VRN, 2.05%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.25%), 3/17/37(1)
860,000

761,250

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR2, Class C, VRN, 1.98%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.28%), 6/17/37(1)
175,000

158,231

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class A, VRN, 1.80%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.00%), 7/17/37(1)
935,235

886,051

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class B, VRN, 1.95%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.15%), 7/17/37(1)
200,000

181,336

MVW LLC, Series 2019-2A, Class B, 2.44%, 10/20/38(1)
1,125,427

1,044,361

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2013-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.15%, 4/22/30(1)
57,143

57,109

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2014-1A, Class B, 2.70%, 9/22/31(1)
33,679

33,405

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2016-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.25%, 12/20/33(1)
13,294

13,003

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2017-1A, Class B, 2.75%, 12/20/34(1)
215,784

210,603

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2018-1A, Class B, 3.60%, 1/21/36(1)
180,395

171,505

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class B, 3.48%, 3/17/35(1)
477,000

472,038

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class C, 3.68%, 3/17/35(1)
125,000

123,543

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class D, 3.88%, 3/17/35(1)
150,000

145,787

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class B, 4.08%, 10/17/35(1)
400,000

403,965

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR3, Class C, 4.18%, 10/17/35(1)
275,000

275,658


15


 
Principal Amount
Value
Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR1, Class A SEQ, 3.42%, 8/17/35(1)
$
700,000

$
707,827

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR2, Class A SEQ, 3.15%, 5/17/36(1)
800,000

805,864

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR2, Class B, 3.45%, 5/17/36(1)
900,000

898,476

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR3, Class B, 2.57%, 9/17/36(1)
1,750,000

1,683,911

Sierra Timeshare Conduit Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.91%, 3/20/34(1)
16,569

16,367

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2015-3A, Class A SEQ, 2.58%, 9/20/32(1)
60,302

59,863

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2016-2A, Class A SEQ, 2.33%, 7/20/33(1)
10,979

10,851

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2018-2A, Class B, 3.65%, 6/20/35(1)
117,815

112,638

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2018-3A, Class C, 4.17%, 9/20/35(1)
161,626

162,231

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2019-1A, Class A SEQ, 3.20%, 1/20/36(1)
287,383

286,055

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2019-1A, Class B, 3.42%, 1/20/36(1)
459,812

456,870

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2019-2A, Class D, 4.54%, 5/20/36(1)
694,016

688,220

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2019-3A, Class D, 4.18%, 8/20/36(1)
478,577

431,863

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2016-A, Class A SEQ, 2.54%, 7/20/33(1)
139,774

137,453

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2017-A, Class A SEQ, 2.33%, 3/20/35(1)
277,723

270,726

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2017-A, Class B, 2.63%, 3/20/35(1)
57,859

56,495

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2018-A, Class A SEQ, 3.56%, 2/20/36(1)
1,712,336

1,714,290

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2018-A, Class B, 3.72%, 2/20/36(1)
71,347

70,588

TOTAL ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $18,534,402)
 
17,861,484

COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS — 6.5%
 
 
Allegany Park CLO Ltd., Series 2019-1A, Class C, VRN, 4.38%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.55%), 1/20/33(1)
1,000,000

865,648

Anchorage Credit Opportunities CLO 1 Ltd., Series 2019-1A, Class B1, VRN, 4.64%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.90%), 1/20/32(1)
1,000,000

882,430

CBAM Ltd., Series 2018-5A, Class B1, VRN, 3.24%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.40%), 4/17/31(1)
1,000,000

886,543

CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2013-2A, Class A2LR, VRN, 3.43%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 10/18/30(1)
500,000

463,521

CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2015-1A, Class ARR, VRN, 2.91%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.11%), 1/22/31(1)
1,500,000

1,416,802

CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2016-1A, Class BR, VRN, 3.77%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.95%), 10/21/31(1)
1,750,000

1,610,604

Dryden 64 CLO Ltd., Series 2018-64A, Class A, VRN, 2.79%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.97%), 4/18/31(1)
1,500,000

1,410,766

Elmwood CLO IV Ltd., Series 2020-1A, Class C, VRN, 3.42%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.05%), 4/15/33(1)
1,000,000

880,000

Goldentree Loan Management US CLO 6 Ltd., Series 2019-6A, Class B1, VRN, 3.66%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.90%), 1/20/33(1)
1,250,000

1,116,796


16


 
Principal Amount
Value
Madison Park Funding XXII Ltd., Series 2016-22A, Class BR, VRN, 3.26%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 1/15/33(1)
$
1,000,000

$
872,429

Magnetite XXIV Ltd., Series 2019-24A, Class B, VRN, 3.76%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.85%), 1/15/33(1)
650,000

580,765

Magnetite XXIV Ltd., Series 2019-24A, Class C, VRN, 4.46%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.55%), 1/15/33(1)
1,600,000

1,382,258

Sounds Point CLO IV-R Ltd., Series 2013-3RA, Class B, VRN, 3.57%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 4/18/31(1)
350,000

311,610

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $14,062,040)
 
12,680,172

COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS — 4.1%
 
 
Private Sponsor Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 1.8%
 
 
Banc of America Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-E, Class 2A6 SEQ, VRN, 4.77%, 6/25/34
22,791

20,487

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-12, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.74%, 2/25/35
42,009

38,220

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-8, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.95%, 11/25/34
67,895

60,571

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2006-1, Class A1, VRN, 3.84%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.25%), 2/25/36
14,768

13,921

Bunker Hill Loan Depositary Trust, Series 2019-3, Class A1 SEQ, 2.72%, 11/25/59(1)
487,020

474,237

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2004-UST1, Class A5, VRN, 3.79%, 8/25/34
42,770

38,486

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2005-4, Class A, VRN, 4.59%, 8/25/35
41,498

38,666

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2005-6, Class A2, VRN, 4.55%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.15%), 9/25/35
53,193

49,532

Credit Suisse Mortgage Trust, Series 2019-NQM1, Class A1, 2.66%, 10/25/59(1)
467,502

453,951

First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2006-AR4, Class 1A2, VRN, 3.99%, 1/25/37
29,888

23,317

Flagstar Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-1, Class 1A5 SEQ, VRN, 3.50%, 3/25/47(1)
1,240,615

1,257,081

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR6, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.10%, 9/25/35
31,009

29,356

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR6, Class 4A5, VRN, 4.51%, 9/25/35
97,112

91,551

Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Series 2005-A2, Class A2, VRN, 3.73%, 2/25/35
19,957

17,606

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-CH2, Class A10 SEQ, VRN, 4.00%, 12/25/47(1)
540,513

543,410

Thornburg Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2004-3, Class A, VRN, 1.69%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.74%), 9/25/34
78,990

67,631

WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-AR3, Class A1, VRN, 3.62%, 3/25/35
36,567

33,608

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR15, Class A1, VRN, 4.61%, 10/25/36
14,899

13,076

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR16, Class A1, VRN, 4.49%, 10/25/36
59,361

52,563

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR19, Class A1, VRN, 4.35%, 12/25/36
118,149

104,809

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR5, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.14%, 4/25/36
45,319

42,803

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2007-7, Class A1, 6.00%, 6/25/37
61,902

56,944

 
 
3,521,826


17


 
Principal Amount
Value
U.S. Government Agency Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 2.3%
 
FHLMC, Series 2015-HQ2, Class M3, VRN, 4.20%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.25%), 5/25/25
$
100,000

$
89,143

FHLMC, Series 2018-DNA1, Class M2, VRN, 2.75%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.80%), 7/25/30
1,300,000

1,081,954

FNMA, Series 2014-C02, Class 2M2, VRN, 3.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.60%), 5/25/24
226,334

208,016

FNMA, Series 2016-55, Class PI, IO, 4.00%, 8/25/46
2,946,246

519,255

FNMA, Series 2016-C03, Class 2M2, VRN, 6.85%, (1-month LIBOR plus 5.90%), 10/25/28
34,970

34,472

FNMA, Series 2016-C04, Class 1M2, VRN, 5.20%, (1-month LIBOR plus 4.25%), 1/25/29
1,295,585

1,231,964

FNMA, Series 2017-7, Class AI, IO, 6.00%, 2/25/47
2,202,466

526,774

FNMA, Series 2017-C05, Class 1M2, VRN, 3.15%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.20%), 1/25/30
330,607

295,753

FNMA, Series 413, Class C27, IO, 4.00%, 7/25/42
2,848,192

446,298

 
 
4,433,629

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $8,311,109)
 
7,955,455

COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 1.1%
 
 
Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2014-LC17, Class B, VRN, 4.49%, 10/10/47
75,000

76,001

JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2014-C21, Class AS SEQ, 4.00%, 8/15/47
1,750,000

1,827,199

JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2014-C21, Class B, VRN, 4.34%, 8/15/47
250,000

251,279

TOTAL COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $2,178,235)
 
2,154,479

SOVEREIGN GOVERNMENTS AND AGENCIES — 0.8%
 
 
Egypt — 0.5%
 
 
Egypt Government International Bond, 6.125%, 1/31/22
1,000,000

966,873

Oman — 0.3%
 
 
Oman Government International Bond, 4.125%, 1/17/23
800,000

668,497

TOTAL SOVEREIGN GOVERNMENTS AND AGENCIES
(Cost $1,772,809)
 
1,635,370

BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS(4) — 0.2%
 
 
Health Care Providers and Services — 0.1%
 
 
Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc., 2018 Term Loan B4, 3.50%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.50%), 2/16/23
291,868

270,634

Pharmaceuticals — 0.1%
 
 
Bausch Health Companies Inc., 2018 Term Loan B, 3.61%, (1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 6/2/25
139,511

133,524

TOTAL BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $430,827)
 
404,158

TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS — 0.2%
 
 
Repurchase Agreement, BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 1.875% - 3.00%, 11/30/21 - 5/15/45, valued at $316,135), in a joint trading account at 0.01%, dated 3/31/20, due 4/1/20 (Delivery value $309,989)
(Cost $309,989)
 
309,989

TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 100.8%
(Cost $203,689,510)
 
197,658,076

OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — (0.8)%
 
(1,558,749
)
TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0%
 
$
196,099,327


18


FUTURES CONTRACTS PURCHASED
Reference Entity
Contracts
Expiration Date
Notional Amount
Underlying Contract Value
Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
U.S. Treasury 2-Year Notes
106
June 2020
$
21,200,000

$
23,360,578

$
162,426

U.S. Treasury 5-Year Notes
31
June 2020
$
3,100,000

3,886,141

35,063

 
 
 
 
$
27,246,719

$
197,489


CENTRALLY CLEARED CREDIT DEFAULT SWAP AGREEMENTS
Reference Entity
Type
Fixed Rate
Received
(Paid) Quarterly
Termination
Date
Notional
Amount
Premiums Paid (Received)
Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
Value^
Markit CDX North America High Yield Index Series 33
Buy
(5.00)%
12/20/24
$
21,560,000

$
2,631,049

$
(1,352,500
)
$
1,278,549


^The value for credit default swap agreements serves as an indicator of the current status of the payment/performance risk and represent the likelihood of an expected liability or profit at the period end. Increasing values in absolute terms when compared to the notional amount of the credit default swap agreement represent a deterioration of the referenced entity's credit soundness and an increased likelihood or risk of a credit event occurring as defined in the agreement.

NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
CDX
-
Credit Derivatives Indexes
FHLMC
-
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
FNMA
-
Federal National Mortgage Association
H15T1Y
-
Constant Maturity U.S. Treasury Note Yield Curve Rate Index
IO
-
Interest Only
LIBOR
-
London Interbank Offered Rate
MTN
-
Medium Term Note
SEQ
-
Sequential Payer
SOFR
-
Secured Overnight Financing Rate
VRN
-
Variable Rate Note. The rate adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security’s offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The security's effective maturity date may be shorter than the final maturity date shown.
(1)
Security was purchased pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933 and may be sold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional investors. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $56,453,222, which represented 28.8% of total net assets.
(2)
When-issued security. The issue price and yield are fixed on the date of the commitment, but payment and delivery are scheduled for a future date.
(3)
Security, or a portion thereof, has been pledged at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements on futures contracts and/or swap agreements. At the period end, the aggregate value of securities pledged was $184,136.
(4)
The interest rate on a bank loan obligation adjusts periodically based on a predetermined schedule. Rate shown is effective at period end. The maturity date on a bank loan obligation may be less than indicated as a result of contractual or optional prepayments. These prepayments cannot be predicted with certainty.


See Notes to Financial Statements.

19


Statement of Assets and Liabilities
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Assets
 
Investment securities, at value (cost of $203,689,510)
$
197,658,076

Receivable for investments sold
740,233

Receivable for capital shares sold
141,187

Receivable for variation margin on futures contracts
1,598,432

Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements
338,191

Interest receivable
1,412,440

 
201,888,559

 
 
Liabilities
 
Disbursements in excess of demand deposit cash
947,479

Payable for investments purchased
2,059,778

Payable for capital shares redeemed
2,692,323

Accrued management fees
84,316

Distribution and service fees payable
4,578

Dividends payable
758

 
5,789,232

 
 
Net Assets
$
196,099,327

 
 
Net Assets Consist of:
 
Capital paid in
$
205,340,327

Distributable earnings
(9,241,000
)
 
$
196,099,327


 
Net Assets
Shares Outstanding
Net Asset Value Per Share
Investor Class

$96,773,308

10,529,981

$9.19
I Class

$83,286,944

9,067,254

$9.19
Y Class

$5,201

566

$9.19
A Class

$13,825,741

1,504,607

$9.19*
C Class

$1,604,500

174,574

$9.19
R Class

$195,349

21,254

$9.19
R5 Class

$224,701

24,438

$9.19
R6 Class

$183,583

19,970

$9.19
*Maximum offering price $9.40 (net asset value divided by 0.9775).


See Notes to Financial Statements.

20


Statement of Operations
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
 
Investment Income (Loss)
 
Income:
 
Interest (net of foreign taxes withheld of $559)
$
5,610,903

 
 
Expenses:
 
Management fees
1,033,273

Distribution and service fees:
 
A Class
24,742

C Class
15,501

R Class
2,932

Trustees' fees and expenses
13,656

Other expenses
2,174

 
1,092,278

Fees waived(1)
(168,836
)
 
923,442

 
 
Net investment income (loss)
4,687,461

 
 
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
 
Net realized gain (loss) on:
 
Investment transactions
164,124

Futures contract transactions
(96,815
)
Swap agreement transactions
(286,420
)
 
(219,111
)
 
 
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:
 
Investments
(6,408,076
)
Futures contracts
197,489

Swap agreements
(1,352,500
)
 
(7,563,087
)
 
 
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)
(7,782,198
)
 
 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
$
(3,094,737
)

(1)
Amount consists of $75,377, $82,262, $4, $8,907, $1,395, $528, $207 and $156 for Investor Class, I Class, Y Class, A Class, C Class, R Class, R5 Class and R6 Class, respectively.


See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND MARCH 31, 2019
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2019
Operations
 
 
Net investment income (loss)
$
4,687,461

$
2,040,848

Net realized gain (loss)
(219,111
)
(639,018
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)
(7,563,087
)
967,929

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations
(3,094,737
)
2,369,759

 
 
 
Distributions to Shareholders
 
 
From earnings:
 
 
Investor Class
(2,217,635
)
(1,621,171
)
I Class
(2,510,365
)
(284,223
)
Y Class
(152
)
(163
)
A Class
(235,015
)
(82,054
)
C Class
(25,657
)
(13,047
)
R Class
(12,874
)
(13,077
)
R5 Class
(6,621
)
(94,981
)
R6 Class
(5,048
)
(19,210
)
Decrease in net assets from distributions
(5,013,367
)
(2,127,926
)
 
 
 
Capital Share Transactions
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5)
72,854,875

86,266,023

 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
64,746,771

86,507,856

 
 
 
Net Assets
 
 
Beginning of period
131,352,556

44,844,700

End of period
$
196,099,327

$
131,352,556



See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Notes to Financial Statements

MARCH 31, 2020

1. Organization

American Century Investment Trust (the trust) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Massachusetts business trust. Short Duration Strategic Income Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the trust. The fund’s investment objective is to seek income. As a secondary objective, the fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, Y Class, A Class, C Class, R Class, R5 Class and R6 Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.

2. Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.

Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The Board of Trustees has adopted valuation policies and procedures to guide the investment advisor in the fund’s investment valuation process and to provide methodologies for the oversight of the fund’s pricing function.
 
Fixed income securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Corporate bonds, U.S. Treasury and Government Agency securities, convertible bonds, bank loan obligations, municipal securities, and sovereign governments and agencies are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information. Mortgage-related and asset-backed securities are valued based on models that consider trade data, prepayment and default projections, benchmark yield and spread data and estimated cash flows of each tranche of the issuer. Collateralized loan obligations are valued based on discounted cash flow models that consider trade and economic data, prepayment assumptions and default projections.
 
Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported net asset value per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value. Exchange-traded futures contracts are valued at the settlement price as provided by the appropriate exchange. Swap agreements are valued at an evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or independent brokers.
 
If the fund determines that the market price for an investment is not readily available or the valuation methods mentioned above do not reflect an investment’s fair value, such investment is valued as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees or its delegate, in accordance with policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. In its determination of fair value, the fund may review several factors including, but not limited to, market information regarding the specific investment or comparable investments and correlation with other investment types, futures indices or general market indicators. Circumstances that may cause the fund to use these procedures to value an investment include, but are not limited to: an investment has been declared in default or is distressed; trading in a security has been suspended during the trading day or a security is not actively trading on its principal exchange; prices received from a regular pricing source are deemed unreliable; or there is a foreign market holiday and no trading occurred.
 

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The fund monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s net asset value per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region.
 
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
 
Investment Income — Interest income less foreign taxes, withheld, if any, is recorded on the accrual basis and includes paydown gain (loss) and accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums. Inflation adjustments related to inflation-linked debt securities are reflected as interest income.
 
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor) has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Trustees. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
 
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.
 
Segregated Assets — In accordance with the 1940 Act, the fund segregates assets on its books and records to cover certain types of investment securities and other financial instruments. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities segregated to ensure the fund designates a sufficient amount of liquid assets, marked-to-market daily. The fund may also receive assets or be required to pledge assets at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements.
 
Income Tax Status — It is the fund’s policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
 
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
 
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
 
Indemnifications — Under the trust’s organizational documents, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.


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3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties

Certain officers and trustees of the trust are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The trust's investment advisor, ACIM, the trust's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the trust's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC.
 
Management Fees — The trust has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except distribution and service fees, brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent trustees (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses, will be paid by ACIM. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class's daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund’s assets, which do not vary by class. During the period ended March 31, 2020, the investment advisor agreed to waive 0.09% of the fund's management fee. The investment advisor expects this waiver to continue until July 31, 2020 and cannot terminate it prior to such date without the approval of the Board of Trustees.
 
The annual management fee and the effective annual management fee after waiver for each class for the period ended March 31, 2020 are as follows:
 
Annual Management Fee
Effective Annual Management Fee After Waiver
Investor Class
0.60%
0.51%
I Class
0.50%
0.41%
Y Class
0.40%
0.31%
A Class
0.60%
0.51%
C Class
0.60%
0.51%
R Class
0.60%
0.51%
R5 Class
0.40%
0.31%
R6 Class
0.35%
0.26%

Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Trustees has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class, C Class and R Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 1.00%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.75% is paid for distribution services. The plans provide that the R Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.50%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended March 31, 2020 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.

Trustees’ Fees and Expenses — The Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The trustees receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund’s officers do not receive compensation from the fund.
 
Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.
 

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4. Investment Transactions

Purchases of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $251,630,882, of which $74,446,070 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.

Sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $169,948,915, of which $66,190,031 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.

5. Capital Share Transactions

Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows (unlimited number of shares authorized):
 
Year ended
March 31, 2020
Year ended
March 31, 2019
 
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
11,160,721

$
106,139,309

11,675,445

$
110,364,198

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
227,716

2,170,986

164,600

1,556,473

Redeemed
(12,426,987
)
(117,529,153
)
(3,626,603
)
(34,354,138
)
 
(1,038,550
)
(9,218,858
)
8,213,442

77,566,533

I Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
15,276,503

145,480,700

3,136,773

29,693,845

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
263,209

2,510,354

30,064

284,218

Redeemed
(7,890,873
)
(74,561,139
)
(1,750,401
)
(16,472,725
)
 
7,648,839

73,429,915

1,416,436

13,505,338

Y Class
 
 
 
 
Issued in reinvestment of distributions
16

152

17

163

A Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
1,269,930

12,146,904

667,365

6,311,533

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
24,117

229,921

8,501

80,380

Redeemed
(407,550
)
(3,884,586
)
(482,972
)
(4,587,944
)
 
886,497

8,492,239

192,894

1,803,969

C Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
177,859

1,700,862

121,672

1,145,675

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
2,685

25,625

1,376

13,006

Redeemed
(120,696
)
(1,151,240
)
(50,064
)
(474,458
)
 
59,848

575,247

72,984

684,223

R Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
9,770

92,418

75,683

717,329

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
1,345

12,845

1,378

13,028

Redeemed
(60,475
)
(560,392
)
(12,566
)
(118,977
)
 
(49,360
)
(455,129
)
64,495

611,380

R5 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold


3,193

30,373

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
694

6,621

9,946

94,437

Redeemed
(92
)
(838
)
(751,573
)
(7,129,387
)
 
602

5,783

(738,434
)
(7,004,577
)
R6 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
2,194

20,478

5,263

49,865

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
529

5,048

2,016

19,129

Redeemed


(102,321
)
(970,000
)
 
2,723

25,526

(95,042
)
(901,006
)
Net increase (decrease)
7,510,615

$
72,854,875

9,126,792

$
86,266,023




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6. Fair Value Measurements

The fund’s investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.

Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.

Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.

Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).

The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
 
The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund’s portfolio holdings.
 
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Assets
 
 
 
Investment Securities
 
 
 
Corporate Bonds

$
129,274,760


U.S. Treasury Securities

25,382,209


Asset-Backed Securities

17,861,484


Collateralized Loan Obligations

12,680,172


Collateralized Mortgage Obligations

7,955,455


Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities

2,154,479


Sovereign Governments and Agencies

1,635,370


Bank Loan Obligations

404,158


Temporary Cash Investments

309,989


 

$
197,658,076


Other Financial Instruments
 
 
 
Futures Contracts
$
197,489



Swap Agreements

$
1,278,549


 
$
197,489

$
1,278,549




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7. Derivative Instruments

Credit Risk — The fund is subject to credit risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of a bond generally declines as the credit quality of its issuer declines. Credit default swap agreements enable a fund to buy/sell protection against a credit event of a specific issuer or index. A fund may attempt to enhance returns by selling protection or attempt to mitigate credit risk by buying protection. The buyer/seller of credit protection against a security or basket of securities may pay/receive an up-front or periodic payment to compensate for/against potential default events. Changes in value, including the periodic amounts of interest to be paid or received on swap agreements, are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a fund is required to deposit cash or securities (initial margin) with a financial intermediary in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the notional amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the value and is a component of unrealized gains and losses. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon receipt or payment of a periodic settlement or termination of swap agreements. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of swap agreements are a component of net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements, respectively. The risks of entering into swap agreements include the possible lack of liquidity, failure of the counterparty to meet its obligations, and that there may be unfavorable changes in the underlying investments or instruments. The fund's average notional amount held during the period was $9,544,383.
 
Interest Rate Risk — The fund is subject to interest rate risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of bonds generally declines as interest rates rise. A fund may enter into futures contracts based on a bond index or a specific underlying security. A fund may purchase futures contracts to gain exposure to increases in market value or sell futures contracts to protect against a decline in market value. Upon entering into a futures contract, a fund will segregate cash, cash equivalents or other appropriate liquid securities on its records in amounts sufficient to meet requirements. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the contract value and is recorded as unrealized gains and losses. A fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the futures contract is closed or expires. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of futures contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts, respectively. One of the risks of entering into futures contracts is the possibility that the change in value of the contract may not correlate with the changes in value of the underlying securities. The fund's average notional exposure to interest rate risk derivative instruments held during the period was $16,066,667 futures contracts purchased and $5,400,000 futures contracts sold.

Value of Derivative Instruments as of March 31, 2020
 
Asset Derivatives
Liability Derivatives
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Credit Risk
Receivable for variation margin on swap agreements*
$
338,191

Payable for variation margin on swap agreements*

Interest Rate Risk
Receivable for variation margin on futures contracts*
1,598,432

Payable for variation margin on futures contracts*

 
 
$
1,936,623

 


*Included in the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts or centrally cleared swap agreements, as applicable, as reported in the Schedule of Investments.

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Effect of Derivative Instruments on the Statement of Operations for the Year Ended March 31, 2020
 
Net Realized Gain (Loss)
Change in Net Unrealized
Appreciation (Depreciation)
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Credit Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions
$
(286,420
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements
$
(1,352,500
)
Interest Rate Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions
(96,815
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts
197,489

 
 
$
(383,235
)
 
$
(1,155,011
)

8. Risk Factors
 
The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.
 
The fund invests in lower-rated debt securities, which are subject to substantial risks including liquidity risk and credit risk.

There are certain risks involved in investing in foreign securities. These risks include those resulting from political events (such as civil unrest, national elections and imposition of exchange controls), social and economic events (such as labor strikes and rising inflation), and natural disasters. Securities of foreign issuers may be less liquid and more volatile. Investing in emerging markets or a significant portion of assets in one country or region may accentuate these risks.

The fund may invest in instruments that have variable or floating coupon rates based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate intended to be representative of the rate at which certain major international banks lend to one another over short-terms. LIBOR will be phased out by the end of 2021. Uncertainty remains regarding a replacement rate or rates for LIBOR. The transition process may lead to increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that rely on LIBOR. This could result in a change to the value of such instruments.

9. Federal Tax Information

The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019 were as follows:
 
2020
2019
Distributions Paid From
 
 
Ordinary income
$
5,013,367

$
2,127,926

Long-term capital gains



The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
 








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As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
Federal tax cost of investments
$
203,711,939

Gross tax appreciation of investments
$
1,074,051

Gross tax depreciation of investments
(7,127,914
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments
(6,053,863
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) on derivatives
(1,316,567
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation)
$
(7,370,430
)
Other book-to-tax adjustments
$
(78,414
)
Undistributed ordinary income
$
2,421

Accumulated short-term capital losses
$
(682,908
)
Accumulated long-term capital losses
$
(1,111,669
)

The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the realization for tax purposes of unrealized gains (losses) on certain futures contracts. Other book-to-tax adjustments are attributable primarily to the tax deferral of losses on straddle positions.
 
Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue
Code limitations.

10. Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In March 2017, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2017-08, “Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (Subtopic 310-20), Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities” (ASU 2017-08). ASU 2017-08 amends the amortization period for certain purchased callable debt securities held at a premium, shortening such period to the earliest call date. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-08 did not materially impact the financial statements.

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Financial Highlights
For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
Distributions From:
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Net Investment Income
Tax Return of Capital
Total Distributions
Net Asset
Value,
End of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income (Loss)
(before expense waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period (in thousands)
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.50
0.24
(0.30)
(0.06)
(0.25)
(0.25)
$9.19
(0.65)%
0.52%
0.61%
2.48%
2.39%
98%

$96,773

2019
$9.53
0.28
(0.02)
0.26
(0.29)
(0.29)
$9.50
2.75%
0.58%
0.66%
2.97%
2.89%
61%

$109,863

2018
$9.60
0.23
(0.09)
0.14
(0.21)
(0.21)
$9.53
1.50%
0.63%
0.75%
2.43%
2.31%
57%

$31,975

2017
$9.31
0.24
0.31
0.55
(0.25)
(0.01)
(0.26)
$9.60
5.96%
0.60%
0.75%
2.54%
2.39%
29%

$11,304

2016
$9.75
0.26
(0.38)
(0.12)
(0.32)
(0.32)
$9.31
(1.26)%
0.60%
0.75%
2.69%
2.54%
19%

$4,927

I Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.49
0.25
(0.29)
(0.04)
(0.26)
(0.26)
$9.19
(0.44)%
0.42%
0.51%
2.58%
2.49%
98%

$83,287

2019
$9.53
0.29
(0.03)
0.26
(0.30)
(0.30)
$9.49
2.75%
0.48%
0.56%
3.07%
2.99%
61%

$13,463

2018(3)
$9.61
0.24
(0.11)
0.13
(0.21)
(0.21)
$9.53
1.39%
0.53%(4)
0.65%(4)
2.56%(4)
2.44%(4)
57%(5)

$19

Y Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.50
0.26
(0.30)
(0.04)
(0.27)
(0.27)
$9.19
(0.45)%
0.32%
0.41%
2.68%
2.59%
98%

$5

2019
$9.53
0.29
(0.02)
0.27
(0.30)
(0.30)
$9.50
2.92%
0.38%
0.46%
3.17%
3.09%
61%

$5

2018(3)
$9.61
0.25
(0.11)
0.14
(0.22)
(0.22)
$9.53
1.49%
0.43%(4)
0.55%(4)
2.62%(4)
2.50%(4)
57%(5)

$5




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
Distributions From:
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Net Investment Income
Tax Return of Capital
Total Distributions
Net Asset
Value,
End of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income (Loss)
(before expense waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period (in thousands)
A Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.50
0.21
(0.29)
(0.08)
(0.23)
(0.23)
$9.19
(0.90)%
0.77%
0.86%
2.23%
2.14%
98%

$13,826

2019
$9.53
0.26
(0.03)
0.23
(0.26)
(0.26)
$9.50
2.50%
0.83%
0.91%
2.72%
2.64%
61%

$5,870

2018
$9.60
0.21
(0.09)
0.12
(0.19)
(0.19)
$9.53
1.25%
0.88%
1.00%
2.18%
2.06%
57%

$4,052

2017
$9.31
0.22
0.31
0.53
(0.23)
(0.01)
(0.24)
$9.60
5.69%
0.85%
1.00%
2.29%
2.14%
29%

$9,669

2016
$9.75
0.23
(0.38)
(0.15)
(0.29)
(0.29)
$9.31
(1.50)%
0.85%
1.00%
2.44%
2.29%
19%

$9,901

C Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.50
0.14
(0.29)
(0.15)
(0.16)
(0.16)
$9.19
(1.63)%
1.52%
1.61%
1.48%
1.39%
98%

$1,605

2019
$9.53
0.19
(0.03)
0.16
(0.19)
(0.19)
$9.50
1.73%
1.58%
1.66%
1.97%
1.89%
61%

$1,090

2018
$9.60
0.14
(0.09)
0.05
(0.12)
(0.12)
$9.53
0.49%
1.63%
1.75%
1.43%
1.31%
57%

$398

2017
$9.31
0.15
0.30
0.45
(0.15)
(0.01)
(0.16)
$9.60
4.91%
1.60%
1.75%
1.54%
1.39%
29%

$1,206

2016
$9.75
0.16
(0.38)
(0.22)
(0.22)
(0.22)
$9.31
(2.24)%
1.60%
1.75%
1.69%
1.54%
19%

$1,104

R Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.50
0.19
(0.29)
(0.10)
(0.21)
(0.21)
$9.19
(1.14)%
1.02%
1.11%
1.98%
1.89%
98%

$195

2019
$9.53
0.24
(0.03)
0.21
(0.24)
(0.24)
$9.50
2.24%
1.08%
1.16%
2.47%
2.39%
61%

$671

2018
$9.60
0.19
(0.09)
0.10
(0.17)
(0.17)
$9.53
1.00%
1.13%
1.25%
1.93%
1.81%
57%

$58

2017
$9.31
0.19
0.31
0.50
(0.20)
(0.01)
(0.21)
$9.60
5.43%
1.10%
1.25%
2.04%
1.89%
29%

$1,032

2016
$9.75
0.21
(0.38)
(0.17)
(0.27)
(0.27)
$9.31
(1.75)%
1.10%
1.25%
2.19%
2.04%
19%

$979




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
Distributions From:
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Net Investment Income
Tax Return of Capital
Total Distributions
Net Asset
Value,
End of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income (Loss)
(before expense waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period (in thousands)
R5 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.50
0.26
(0.30)
(0.04)
(0.27)
(0.27)
$9.19
(0.33)%
0.32%
0.41%
2.68%
2.59%
98%

$225

2019
$9.53
0.28
(6)
0.28
(0.31)
(0.31)
$9.50
2.96%
0.38%
0.46%
3.17%
3.09%
61%

$226

2018
$9.60
0.25
(0.09)
0.16
(0.23)
(0.23)
$9.53
1.71%
0.43%
0.55%
2.63%
2.51%
57%

$7,267

2017
$9.31
0.26
0.31
0.57
(0.27)
(0.01)
(0.28)
$9.60
6.17%
0.40%
0.55%
2.74%
2.59%
29%

$7,146

2016
$9.75
0.28
(0.38)
(0.10)
(0.34)
(0.34)
$9.31
(1.06)%
0.40%
0.55%
2.89%
2.74%
19%

$6,729

R6 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.50
0.26
(0.29)
(0.03)
(0.28)
(0.28)
$9.19
(0.39)%
0.27%
0.36%
2.73%
2.64%
98%

$184

2019
$9.53
0.29
(0.01)
0.28
(0.31)
(0.31)
$9.50
3.01%
0.33%
0.41%
3.22%
3.14%
61%

$164

2018
$9.60
0.26
(0.09)
0.17
(0.24)
(0.24)
$9.53
1.76%
0.38%
0.50%
2.68%
2.56%
57%

$1,070

2017
$9.31
0.27
0.30
0.57
(0.27)
(0.01)
(0.28)
$9.60
6.22%
0.35%
0.50%
2.79%
2.64%
29%

$1,052

2016
$9.75
0.28
(0.38)
(0.10)
(0.34)
(0.34)
$9.31
(1.01)%
0.35%
0.50%
2.94%
2.79%
19%

$990






Notes to Financial Highlights
(1)
Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)
Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(3)
April 10, 2017 (commencement of sale) through March 31, 2018.
(4)
Annualized.
(5)
Portfolio turnover is calculated at the fund level. Percentage indicated was calculated for the year ended March 31, 2018.
(6)
Per-share amount was less than $0.005.


See Notes to Financial Statements.



Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Trustees of American Century Investment Trust and Shareholders of Short Duration Strategic Income Fund

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Short Duration Strategic Income Fund (one of the funds constituting American Century Investment Trust, referred to hereafter as the “Fund”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2020, the statement of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2020, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020 and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2020 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.



/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
May 18, 2020

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in American Century Investments since 1997.

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Management

Board of Trustees

The individuals listed below serve as trustees of the funds. Each trustee will continue to serve in this capacity until death, retirement, resignation or removal from office. The board has adopted a mandatory retirement age for trustees who are not “interested persons,” as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act (independent trustees). Independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 75th birthday; provided, however, that on or after January 1, 2022, independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 76th birthday.
Mr. Thomas is an “interested person” because he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC), the parent company of American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM or the advisor). The other trustees (more than three-fourths of the total number) are independent. They are not employees, directors or officers of, and have no financial interest in, ACC or any of its wholly owned, direct or indirect, subsidiaries, including ACIM, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS) and American Century Services, LLC (ACS), and they do not have any other affiliations, positions or relationships that would cause them to be considered “interested persons” under the Investment Company Act. The trustees serve in this capacity for eight (in the case of Jonathan S. Thomas, 16; and Ronald J. Gilson, 9) registered investment companies in the American Century Investments family of funds.
The following table presents additional information about the trustees. The mailing address for each trustee other than Mr. Thomas is 1665 Charleston Road, Mountain View, California 94043. The mailing address for Mr. Thomas is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Tanya S. Beder
(1955)
Trustee
Since 2011
Chairman and CEO, SBCC Group Inc. (independent advisory services) (2006 to present)
40
CYS Investments, Inc.; Kirby Corporation; Nabors Industries Ltd.
Jeremy I. Bulow
(1954)
Trustee
Since 2011
Professor of Economics, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (1979 to present)
40
None
Anne Casscells
(1958)
Trustee
Since 2016
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, Aetos Alternatives Management (investment advisory firm) (2001 to present); Lecturer in Accounting, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (2009 to 2017)
40
None
Ronald J. Gilson
(1946)
Trustee and Chairman of the Board
Since 1995
(Chairman since 2005)
Charles J. Meyers Professor of Law and Business, Emeritus, Stanford Law School (1979 to 2016); Marc and Eva Stern Professor of Law and Business, Columbia University School of Law (1992 to present)
57
None

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Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Frederick L. A. Grauer
(1946)
Trustee
Since 2008
Senior Advisor, Credit Sesame, Inc. (credit monitoring firm) (2018 to present); Senior Advisor, Course Hero (an educational technology company) (2015 to present)
40
None
Jonathan D. Levin
(1972)
Trustee
Since 2016
Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (2016 to present); Professor, Stanford University, (2000 to present)
40
None
Peter F. Pervere
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2007
Retired
40
None
John B. Shoven
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2002
Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics, Stanford University (1973 to present, emeritus since 2019)
40
Cadence Design Systems; Exponent; Financial Engines
Interested Trustee


Jonathan S. Thomas
(1963)
Trustee
Since 2007
President and Chief Executive Officer, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as Chief Executive Officer, ACS; Executive Vice President, ACIM; Director, ACC, ACIM and other ACC subsidiaries
120
None
The Statement of Additional Information has additional information about the fund's trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Officers

The following table presents certain information about the executive officers of the funds. Each officer serves as an officer for 16 (in the case of Robert J. Leach, 15) investment companies in the American Century family of funds, unless otherwise noted. No officer is compensated for his or her service as an officer of the funds. The listed officers are interested persons of the funds and are appointed or re-appointed on an annual basis. The mailing address for each of the officers listed below is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Offices with the Funds
Principal Occupation(s) During the Past Five Years
Patrick Bannigan
(1965)
President since 2019
Executive Vice President and Director, ACC (2012 to present); Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, ACC (2015 to present); Chief Operating Officer, ACC (2012-2015). Also serves as President, ACS; Vice President, ACIM; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and/or Director, ACIM, ACS and other ACC subsidiaries
R. Wes Campbell
(1974)
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018
Vice President, ACS (2020 to present); Investment Operations and Investment Accounting, ACS (2000 to present)
Amy D. Shelton
(1964)
Chief Compliance Officer and Vice President since 2014
Chief Compliance Officer, American Century funds, (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIM (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIS (2009 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIS
Charles A. Etherington
(1957)
General Counsel since 2007 and Senior Vice President since 2006
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present); Vice President, ACC (2005 to present); General Counsel, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as General Counsel, ACIM, ACS, ACIS and other ACC subsidiaries; and Senior Vice President, ACIM and ACS
C. Jean Wade
(1964)
Vice President since 2012
Senior Vice President, ACS (2017 to present); Vice President ACS (2000 to 2017)
Robert J. Leach
(1966)
Vice President since 2006
Vice President, ACS (2000 to present)
David H. Reinmiller
(1963)
Vice President since 2000
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIM and ACS
Ward D. Stauffer
(1960)
Secretary since 2005
Attorney, ACC (2003 to present)







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Liquidity Risk Management Program


The Fund has adopted a liquidity risk management program (the “program”). The Fund’s Board of Trustees (the "Board") has designated American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) as the administrator of the program. Personnel of ACIM or its affiliates conduct the day-to-day operation of the program pursuant to policies and procedures administered by those members of the ACIM’s Investment Oversight Committee who are members of the ACIM’s Investment Management and Global Analytics departments.

Under the program, ACIM manages the Fund’s liquidity risk, which is the risk that the Fund could not meet shareholder redemption requests without significant dilution of remaining shareholders’ interests in the Fund. This risk is managed by monitoring the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments, limiting the amount of the Fund’s illiquid investments, and utilizing various risk management tools and facilities available to the Fund for meeting shareholder redemptions, among other means. ACIM’s process of determining the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party liquidity assessment vendors.

The Board reviewed a report prepared by ACIM regarding the operation and effectiveness of the program for the period December 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. No significant liquidity events impacting the Fund were noted in the report. In addition, ACIM provided its assessment that the program had been effective in managing the Fund’s liquidity risk.


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Additional Information

Retirement Account Information

As required by law, distributions you receive from certain retirement accounts are subject to federal income tax withholding, unless you elect not to have withholding apply*. Tax will be withheld on the total amount withdrawn even though you may be receiving amounts that are not subject to withholding, such as nondeductible contributions. In such case, excess amounts of withholding could occur. You may adjust your withholding election so that a greater or lesser amount will be withheld.

If you don’t want us to withhold on this amount, you must notify us to not withhold the federal income tax. You may notify us in writing or in certain situations by telephone or through other electronic means. For systematic withdrawals, your withholding election will remain in effect until revoked or changed by filing a new election. You have the right to revoke your election at any time and change your withholding percentage for future distributions.

Remember, even if you elect not to have income tax withheld, you are liable for paying income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal. If you elect not to have income tax withheld or you don’t have enough income tax withheld, you may be responsible for payment of estimated tax. You may incur penalties under the estimated tax rules if your withholding and estimated tax payments are not sufficient. You can reduce or defer the income tax on a distribution by directly or indirectly rolling such distribution over to another IRA or eligible plan. You should consult your tax advisor for additional information.

State tax will be withheld if, at the time of your distribution, your address is within one of the mandatory withholding states and you have federal income tax withheld (or as otherwise required by state law). State taxes will be withheld from your distribution in accordance with the respective state rules.

*Some 403(b), 457 and qualified retirement plan distributions may be subject to 20% mandatory withholding, as they are subject to special tax and withholding rules.  Your plan administrator or plan sponsor is required to provide you with a special tax notice explaining those rules at the time you request a distribution.  If applicable, federal and/or state taxes may be withheld from your distribution amount.


Proxy Voting Policies

Descriptions of the principles and policies that the fund's investment advisor uses in exercising the voting rights associated with the securities purchased and/or held by the fund are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021 or visiting American Century Investments’ website at americancentury.com/proxy. A description of the policies is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. Information regarding how the investment advisor voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available on americancentury.com/proxy. It is also available at sec.gov.


Quarterly Portfolio Disclosure

The fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. The fund also makes its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the most recent quarter of its fiscal year available on its website at americancentury.com and, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Annual Report
 
 
 
March 31, 2020
 
 
 
Strategic Income Fund
 
Investor Class (ASIEX)
 
I Class (ASIGX)
 
Y Class (ASYIX)
 
A Class (ASIQX)
 
C Class (ASIHX)
 
R Class (ASIWX)
 
R5 Class (ASIJX)
 
R6 Class (ASIPX)







Beginning on January 1, 2021, as permitted by regulations adopted by the Securities and Exchange Commission, paper copies of the fund’s shareholder reports like this one will no longer be sent by mail, unless you specifically request paper copies of the reports from the fund or from your financial intermediary, such as a broker-dealer or bank. Instead, the reports will be made available on a website, and you will be notified by mail each time a report is posted and provided with a website link to access the report.

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Table of Contents
 
President’s Letter
Performance
Portfolio Commentary
Fund Characteristics
Shareholder Fee Example
Schedule of Investments
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Statement of Operations
Statement of Changes in Net Assets
Notes to Financial Statements
Financial Highlights
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Management
Liquidity Risk Management Program
Additional Information



















Any opinions expressed in this report reflect those of the author as of the date of the report, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of American Century Investments® or any other person in the American Century Investments organization. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and American Century Investments disclaims any responsibility to update such opinions. These opinions may not be relied upon as investment advice and, because investment decisions made by American Century Investments funds are based on numerous factors, may not be relied upon as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any American Century Investments fund. Security examples are used for representational purposes only and are not intended as recommendations to purchase or sell securities. Performance information for comparative indices and securities is provided to American Century Investments by third party vendors. To the best of American Century Investments’ knowledge, such information is accurate at the time of printing.



President’s Letter

jthomasrev0514a71.jpg Jonathan Thomas

Dear Investor:

Thank you for reviewing this annual report for the period ended March 31, 2020. Annual reports help convey important information about fund returns, including market factors that affected performance during the reporting period. For additional insights, please visit americancentury.com.

Virus Outbreak Abruptly Altered Economic, Market Backdrops

Through most of the period, market sentiment was upbeat, partly due to accommodative Federal Reserve (Fed) policy and modest inflation. Improving economic and corporate earnings data and a phase 1 U.S.-China trade deal also helped boost growth outlooks. Against this backdrop, key U.S. stock benchmarks rose to record highs by mid-February, and U.S. bonds continued to advance.

However, beginning in late February, unprecedented social and economic turmoil emerged and reversed the positive trajectory. The COVID-19 epidemic originating in China rapidly spread throughout the world, forcing stay-at-home orders and industry-wide shutdowns. U.S. stocks, corporate bonds and other riskier assets sold off sharply, while U.S. Treasuries rallied in the global flight to quality. The Fed stepped in quickly and aggressively, slashing interest rates to near 0% and enacting massive lending and asset-purchase programs to stabilize the financial system.

The swift and severe sell-off erased the strong stock market gains realized earlier in the period and left key benchmarks with losses for the 12 months. Reflecting their defensive characteristics, high-quality U.S. bonds withstood the turmoil and delivered solid returns for the 12-month period.

Promoting Health and Safety Remains Our Focus

While the market impact of COVID-19 has been severe, reducing the human toll is most important. We are monitoring the situation closely and following guidelines and protocols from all relevant authorities. Our firm has activated a comprehensive Pandemic Response Plan, which includes social distancing and work-from-home mandates, travel restrictions and escalated cleaning regimens at all our facilities. We’ve also launched a Business Continuity Plan to maintain regular business operations and ensure delivery of outstanding service.

We appreciate your confidence in us during these extraordinary times. We have a long history of helping clients weather volatile markets, and we are confident we will meet today’s challenges. In the meantime, the health and safety of you, your family and our employees remain a top priority.

Sincerely,
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Jonathan Thomas
President and Chief Executive Officer
American Century Investments

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Performance
 
Total Returns as of March 31, 2020
 
 
 
Average Annual Returns
 
 
Ticker
Symbol
1 year
5 year
Since
Inception
Inception
Date
Investor Class
ASIEX
-2.01%
2.39%
2.27%
7/28/14
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index
8.93%
3.35%
3.59%
I Class
ASIGX
-1.91%
1.58%
4/10/17
Y Class
ASYIX
-1.78%
1.69%
4/10/17
A Class
ASIQX
 
 
 
7/28/14
No sales charge
 
-2.26%
2.14%
2.02%
 
With sales charge
 
-6.67%
1.21%
1.20%
 
C Class
ASIHX
-2.99%
1.38%
1.26%
7/28/14
R Class
ASIWX
-2.39%
1.91%
1.78%
7/28/14
R5 Class
ASIJX
-1.82%
2.60%
2.48%
7/28/14
R6 Class
ASIPX
-1.77%
2.65%
2.53%
7/28/14
Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Sales charges include initial sales charges and contingent deferred sales charges (CDSCs), as applicable. A Class shares have a 4.50% maximum initial sales charge and may be subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. C Class shares redeemed within 12 months of purchase are subject to a maximum CDSC of 1.00%. The SEC requires that mutual funds provide performance information net of maximum sales charges in all cases where charges could be applied.

















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Growth of $10,000 Over Life of Class
$10,000 investment made July 28, 2014
Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure.

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Value on March 31, 2020
 
Investor Class — $11,360
 
 
Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index — $12,217
 
Ending value of Investor Class would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
Investor Class
I Class
Y Class
A Class
C Class
R Class
R5 Class
R6 Class
0.82%
0.72%
0.62%
1.07%
1.82%
1.32%
0.62%
0.57%
The total annual fund operating expenses shown is as stated in the fund’s prospectus current as of the date of this report. The prospectus may vary from the expense ratio shown elsewhere in this report because it is based on a different time period, includes acquired fund fees and expenses, and, if applicable, does not include fee waivers or expense reimbursements.
















Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. Investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and redemption value may be more or less than original cost. Data assumes reinvestment of dividends and capital gains, and none of the charts reflect the deduction of taxes that a shareholder would pay on fund distributions or the redemption of fund shares. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.

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Portfolio Commentary
 

Portfolio Managers: Jason Greenblath, Jeff Houston, Bob Gahagan, Brian Howell and Charles Tan

Effective May 2019, Kevin Akioka left the portfolio management team, and Charles Tan joined the team. In June 2019, Margé Karner left the portfolio management team, and Jason Greenblath joined the team.

Performance Summary

Strategic Income returned -2.01%* for the 12 months ended March 31, 2020. By comparison, the investment-grade Bloomberg Barclays U.S. Aggregate Bond Index gained 8.93% for the same period. Fund returns reflect operating expenses, while index returns do not. The fund’s results reflect the negative performance of high-yield bonds and other non-index, credit-sensitive securities during the unprecedented sell-off of risk assets late in the reporting period.

The reporting period began on an upbeat note for bond investors. The Federal Reserve’s (Fed’s) early 2019 pivot toward dovish policy set the stage for rate cuts in July, September and October. This action, along with modest economic and corporate earnings growth and low inflation, generally supported solid gains for most U.S. and non-U.S. bond sectors. By year-end 2019, global economic data improved, the U.S. and China signed a phase 1 trade deal and the Fed suggested it would hold rates steady through 2020.

Conditions deteriorated rapidly within the first quarter of 2020. As the COVID-19 epidemic originating in China expanded into a pandemic, nervous fixed-income investors scrambled to shed credit risk and seek shelter in cash. Market volatility soared and liquidity markedly worsened. In response, the Fed slashed short-term rates to near 0% and launched a series of initiatives to stabilize the financial markets. Separately, Congress passed a $2 trillion fiscal relief package. Reflecting market sentiment, U.S. Treasury yields declined sharply, hitting record lows in March before recovering slightly by month-end.

Amid a global flight to quality, riskier investments, including investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds, securitized bonds and emerging markets securities, suffered significant losses. The Fed’s rescue programs helped stabilize the credit-sensitive sectors of the fixed-income universe, but not before they experienced sharp losses. Against this backdrop, overweight positions in spread assets and an underweight in Treasury securities relative to the index and out-of-index positions in high-yield and emerging markets debt accounted for much of the portfolio’s underperformance.

Corporate Bonds Were Main Detractors

Our position in investment-grade and high-yield corporate bonds, which comprised more than half the portfolio on March 31, 2020, was the main detractor from performance. These securities generally delivered strong results through the first 10 months of the reporting period, as favorable corporate fundamentals and risk-on sentiment supported gains. But that positive performance unwound quickly and severely beginning in mid-February 2020, as the mounting coronavirus outbreak shut down normal business activity across the economic spectrum and pressured




*All fund returns referenced in this commentary are for Investor Class shares. Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived. Performance for other share classes will vary due to differences in fee structure; when Investor Class performance exceeds that of the index, other share classes may not. See page 3 for returns for all share classes.

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earnings outlooks. The resulting sell-off of risk assets hurt returns in the credit markets. Additionally, an unexpected price war between Saudi Arabia and Russia amid waning demand for oil triggered a sizable drop in the oil markets. This development accelerated the havoc in the high-yield sector, home to many energy companies.

Given these extraordinary events, we tilted toward a more defensive stance, eliminating corporate bonds that didn’t align with that posture. We also continued to extend portfolio duration. We sold securities that were either richly valued or unlikely to withstand an extended economic downturn, including gaming and lodging credits.

Securitized Sector Struggled

We also maintained a sizable position in securitized bonds, which weighed on performance due to results in early 2020. Similar to our corporate holdings, positions in non-agency collateralized mortgage obligations, non-agency commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) and collateralized loan obligations added value through most of the period, compared with the conventional agency-backed mortgage-backed securities represented in the index. However, the March risk-asset sell-off triggered severe dislocations among credit-sensitive mortgage sectors, and we reduced exposure to these securities. We believe rising unemployment and the broad economic shutdown created by the pandemic will create challenges for certain segments of the mortgage market, including CMBS.

Emerging Markets Bonds Weighed on Results

Our out-of-index position in U.S. dollar-denominated emerging markets corporate and sovereign securities also detracted from performance. For much of the period, emerging markets bonds rallied amid falling U.S. Treasury yields, a dovish Fed and a phase 1 trade deal between the U.S. and China. However, with investors shunning risk late in the period, emerging markets bonds declined and were modest detractors overall. Falling oil and commodity prices and a weakened growth outlook for China weighed on emerging markets debt prices.

Portfolio Positioning

The economic downturn during the first quarter of 2020 was swift and severe, but we do not expect an equally swift, or V-shaped, recovery. The consumer is the main driver of the U.S. economy, and we believe the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will weigh on consumer sentiment—and job and economic growth—for several months. Ultimately, this crisis requires a medical solution.

Heightened volatility often creates market disruptions that lead to attractive buying opportunities. Although we identified such opportunities late in the reporting period, we’re remaining cautious and defensive in our positioning. We expect continued near-term pressure on credit spreads from growing defaults and rapid downgrades. Accordingly, we’re focusing on higher-quality corporate and securitized securities and positioning our portfolio to weather a U-shaped recovery. Within the high-yield sector, we’re finding value among BB-rated, more recession-proof issuers in the cable and packaging industries. We continue to look for opportunities to enhance portfolio yield and returns, while being mindful of the economic headwinds.

Likewise, we review as a matter of course our portfolio holdings, selling those that do not align with our outlook in the current environment. As always, we favor a bottom-up approach to portfolio management, emphasizing careful security selection.






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Fund Characteristics 
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Portfolio at a Glance
 
Average Duration (effective)
4.6 years
Weighted Average Life to Maturity
6.0 years
 
 
Types of Investments in Portfolio
% of net assets
Corporate Bonds
63.1%
Asset-Backed Securities
7.2%
Collateralized Loan Obligations
7.0%
Affiliated Funds
5.1%
Collateralized Mortgage Obligations
4.9%
Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities
2.3%
Sovereign Governments and Agencies
1.7%
U.S. Treasury Securities
1.0%
Preferred Stocks
0.4%
Bank Loan Obligations
0.1%
Temporary Cash Investments
6.0%
Other Assets and Liabilities
1.2%


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Shareholder Fee Example 

Fund shareholders may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments and redemption/exchange fees; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in your fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing cost of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 made at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020.

Actual Expenses

The table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each class. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. First, identify the share class you own. Then simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

If you hold Investor Class shares of any American Century Investments fund, or I Class shares of the American Century Diversified Bond Fund, in an American Century Investments account (i.e., not through a financial intermediary or employer-sponsored retirement plan account), American Century Investments may charge you a $25.00 annual account maintenance fee if the value of those shares is less than $10,000. We will redeem shares automatically in one of your accounts to pay the $25.00 fee. In determining your total eligible investment amount, we will include your investments in all personal accounts (including American Century Investments brokerage accounts) registered under your Social Security number. Personal accounts include individual accounts, joint accounts, UGMA/UTMA accounts, personal trusts, Coverdell Education Savings Accounts and IRAs (including traditional, Roth, Rollover, SEP-, SARSEP- and SIMPLE-IRAs), and certain other retirement accounts. If you have only business, business retirement, employer-sponsored or American Century Investments brokerage accounts, you are currently not subject to this fee. If you are subject to the account maintenance fee, your account value could be reduced by the fee amount.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The table also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the actual expense ratio of each class of your fund and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the actual return of a fund’s share class. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or redemption/exchange fees. Therefore, the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.

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Beginning
Account Value
10/1/19
Ending
Account Value
3/31/20
Expenses Paid
During Period
(1)
10/1/19 - 3/31/20
 
Annualized
Expense Ratio
(1)
Actual
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$941.20
$3.45
0.71%
I Class
$1,000
$942.60
$2.96
0.61%
Y Class
$1,000
$942.40
$2.48
0.51%
A Class
$1,000
$940.00
$4.66
0.96%
C Class
$1,000
$936.50
$8.28
1.71%
R Class
$1,000
$939.90
$5.87
1.21%
R5 Class
$1,000
$942.20
$2.48
0.51%
R6 Class
$1,000
$942.40
$2.23
0.46%
Hypothetical
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,021.45
$3.59
0.71%
I Class
$1,000
$1,021.95
$3.08
0.61%
Y Class
$1,000
$1,022.45
$2.58
0.51%
A Class
$1,000
$1,020.20
$4.85
0.96%
C Class
$1,000
$1,016.45
$8.62
1.71%
R Class
$1,000
$1,018.95
$6.11
1.21%
R5 Class
$1,000
$1,022.45
$2.58
0.51%
R6 Class
$1,000
$1,022.70
$2.33
0.46%
(1)
Expenses are equal to the class's annualized expense ratio listed in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 183, the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year, divided by 366, to reflect the one-half year period. Annualized expense ratio reflects actual expenses, including any applicable fee waivers or expense reimbursements and excluding any acquired fund fees and expenses.

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Schedule of Investments

MARCH 31, 2020
 
Principal Amount/Shares
Value
CORPORATE BONDS — 63.1%
 
 
Aerospace and Defense — 0.3%
 
 
Lockheed Martin Corp., 3.80%, 3/1/45
$
75,000

$
81,923

Auto Components — 0.1%
 
 
American Axle & Manufacturing, Inc., 6.625%, 10/15/22
47,000

39,406

Automobiles — 1.4%
 
 
Ford Motor Co., 4.35%, 12/8/26
200,000

155,000

General Motors Financial Co., Inc., 3.70%, 5/9/23
250,000

225,143

 
 
380,143

Banks — 8.8%
 
 
Bancolombia SA, 3.00%, 1/29/25
200,000

179,952

Bank of America Corp., MTN, VRN, 3.82%, 1/20/28
150,000

155,906

Barclays Bank plc, 5.14%, 10/14/20
100,000

100,976

BBVA Bancomer SA, 7.25%, 4/22/20
100,000

99,608

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce, 2.25%, 1/28/25
200,000

198,340

CIT Group, Inc., 5.00%, 8/15/22
125,000

122,815

Citigroup, Inc., VRN, 3.52%, 10/27/28
140,000

140,461

Fifth Third BanCorp., 2.375%, 1/28/25
130,000

126,870

HSBC Holdings plc, VRN, 2.63%, 11/7/25
200,000

194,384

Huntington Bancshares, Inc., 2.55%, 2/4/30
150,000

136,680

JPMorgan Chase & Co., VRN, 2.30%, 10/15/25
100,000

100,182

MUFG Union Bank N.A., 2.10%, 12/9/22
250,000

247,123

PNC Bank N.A., 2.70%, 10/22/29
250,000

243,079

Santander UK plc, 2.10%, 1/13/23
200,000

194,216

Toronto-Dominion Bank (The), MTN, 2.65%, 6/12/24
160,000

163,653

Wells Fargo & Co., 3.00%, 10/23/26
50,000

51,342

 
 
2,455,587

Biotechnology — 1.8%
 
 
AbbVie, Inc., 3.60%, 5/14/25
200,000

211,091

AbbVie, Inc., 3.20%, 11/21/29(1)
70,000

71,846

AbbVie, Inc., 4.25%, 11/21/49(1)
30,000

32,779

Amgen, Inc., 4.66%, 6/15/51
150,000

189,743

 
 
505,459

Building Products — 2.0%
 
 
Builders FirstSource, Inc., 5.00%, 3/1/30(1)
130,000

117,731

Carrier Global Corp., 2.72%, 2/15/30(1)
50,000

46,299

Griffon Corp., 5.75%, 3/1/28(1)
200,000

189,125

Masco Corp., 4.45%, 4/1/25
100,000

102,318

Standard Industries, Inc., 4.75%, 1/15/28(1)
100,000

92,792

 
 
548,265

Capital Markets — 2.9%
 
 
Ares Capital Corp., 3.25%, 7/15/25
71,000

56,557

Banco BTG Pactual SA, 4.50%, 1/10/25(1)
200,000

176,000


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Principal Amount/Shares
Value
Goldman Sachs BDC, Inc., 3.75%, 2/10/25
$
65,000

$
60,378

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (The), 3.00%, 4/26/22
175,000

176,336

Icahn Enterprises LP / Icahn Enterprises Finance Corp., 5.25%, 5/15/27
175,000

162,969

Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp., 3.50%, 2/25/25
185,000

166,509

 
 
798,749

Chemicals — 0.6%
 
 
Ashland LLC, 4.75%, 8/15/22
14,000

13,895

CF Industries, Inc., 4.50%, 12/1/26(1)
86,000

90,820

CF Industries, Inc., 5.15%, 3/15/34
50,000

51,040

 
 
155,755

Commercial Services and Supplies — 0.4%
 
 
Covanta Holding Corp., 5.875%, 3/1/24
125,000

118,906

Communications Equipment — 0.3%
 
 
CommScope, Inc., 8.25%, 3/1/27(1)
100,000

96,945

Construction Materials — 0.4%
 
 
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc., 2.50%, 3/15/30
132,000

120,958

Consumer Finance — 1.8%
 
 
Ally Financial, Inc., 4.625%, 3/30/25
74,000

71,187

Ally Financial, Inc., 5.75%, 11/20/25
9,000

8,871

Discover Financial Services, 3.75%, 3/4/25
75,000

74,223

Navient Corp., 5.00%, 3/15/27
100,000

86,720

Park Aerospace Holdings Ltd., 5.50%, 2/15/24(1)
80,000

69,022

Synchrony Financial, 2.85%, 7/25/22
200,000

190,777

 
 
500,800

Containers and Packaging — 1.4%
 
 
Ardagh Packaging Finance plc / Ardagh Holdings USA, Inc., 5.25%, 8/15/27(1)
200,000

206,110

Berry Global, Inc., 5.125%, 7/15/23
100,000

100,967

Reynolds Group Issuer, Inc. / Reynolds Group Issuer LLC / Reynolds Group Issuer Lu, 5.125%, 7/15/23(1)
75,000

74,906

 
 
381,983

Diversified Financial Services — 0.2%
 
 
Voya Financial, Inc., VRN, 5.65%, 5/15/53
50,000

45,913

Diversified Telecommunication Services — 3.9%
 
 
AT&T, Inc., 3.00%, 6/30/22
202,000

203,955

AT&T, Inc., 4.45%, 4/1/24
100,000

106,108

AT&T, Inc., 3.80%, 2/15/27
120,000

124,972

AT&T, Inc., 4.30%, 2/15/30
100,000

107,845

Intelsat Jackson Holdings SA, 5.50%, 8/1/23(6)
100,000

62,126

Ooredoo International Finance Ltd., MTN, 4.75%, 2/16/21
200,000

199,835

Verizon Communications, Inc., 2.95%, 3/15/22
82,000

83,709

Verizon Communications, Inc., 2.45%, 11/1/22
50,000

50,868

Verizon Communications, Inc., 4.40%, 11/1/34
130,000

152,691

 
 
1,092,109

Electric Utilities — 0.5%
 
 
Commonwealth Edison Co., 3.20%, 11/15/49
10,000

10,110


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Principal Amount/Shares
Value
NextEra Energy Operating Partners LP, 4.50%, 9/15/27(1)
$
125,000

$
122,746

 
 
132,856

Electronic Equipment, Instruments and Components — 0.3%
 
 
Amphenol Corp., 2.05%, 3/1/25
100,000

94,896

Energy Equipment and Services — 0.1%
 
 
Baker Hughes a GE Co. LLC / Baker Hughes Co-Obligor, Inc., 3.14%, 11/7/29
27,000

23,472

Entertainment — 1.2%
 
 
Netflix, Inc., 4.875%, 4/15/28
150,000

154,136

Walt Disney Co. (The), 3.35%, 3/24/25
160,000

174,873

 
 
329,009

Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 3.2%
 
 
American Tower Corp., 3.375%, 10/15/26
125,000

125,313

American Tower Corp., 2.90%, 1/15/30
39,000

38,193

Crown Castle International Corp., 5.25%, 1/15/23
195,000

207,078

Crown Castle International Corp., 3.30%, 7/1/30(2)
6,000

6,011

Duke Realty LP, 2.875%, 11/15/29
42,000

40,492

Equinix, Inc., 5.875%, 1/15/26
100,000

102,592

Healthcare Realty Trust, Inc., 2.40%, 3/15/30
40,000

35,653

MGM Growth Properties Operating Partnership LP / MGP Finance Co-Issuer, Inc., 4.50%, 9/1/26
100,000

83,697

MPT Operating Partnership LP / MPT Finance Corp., 4.625%, 8/1/29
130,000

120,331

National Retail Properties, Inc., 2.50%, 4/15/30
40,000

35,769

SBA Communications Corp., 3.875%, 2/15/27(1)
10,000

10,100

Simon Property Group LP, 2.75%, 6/1/23
85,000

83,885

Ventas Realty LP, 4.75%, 11/15/30(2)
15,000

14,763

 
 
903,877

Food and Staples Retailing — 0.8%
 
 
Albertsons Cos., Inc. / Safeway, Inc. / New Albertsons LP / Albertsons LLC, 4.875%, 2/15/30(1)
184,000

183,540

Sysco Corp., 5.95%, 4/1/30(2)
28,000

29,538

 
 
213,078

Food Products — 1.6%
 
 
Kraft Heinz Foods Co., 3.00%, 6/1/26
200,000

194,838

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 11/1/24(1)
100,000

99,126

Post Holdings, Inc., 4.625%, 4/15/30(1)
170,000

164,050

 
 
458,014

Health Care Providers and Services — 3.9%
 
 
Acadia Healthcare Co., Inc., 5.125%, 7/1/22
200,000

192,313

Catalent Pharma Solutions, Inc., 5.00%, 7/15/27(1)
100,000

97,555

Centene Corp., 4.625%, 12/15/29(1)
90,000

90,950

Cigna Corp., 4.50%, 2/25/26(1)
100,000

108,194

CVS Health Corp., 4.30%, 3/25/28
100,000

106,410

DaVita, Inc., 5.125%, 7/15/24
80,000

80,260

DaVita, Inc., 5.00%, 5/1/25
30,000

30,148

HCA, Inc., 3.50%, 9/1/30
150,000

136,706

LifePoint Health, Inc., 4.375%, 2/15/27(1)
100,000

94,950


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Principal Amount/Shares
Value
Tenet Healthcare Corp., 8.125%, 4/1/22
$
150,000

$
142,551

 
 
1,080,037

Hotels, Restaurants and Leisure — 0.4%
 
 
1011778 BC ULC / New Red Finance, Inc., 4.375%, 1/15/28(1)
50,000

46,473

Caesars Resort Collection LLC / CRC Finco, Inc., 5.25%, 10/15/25(1)
75,000

54,727

 
 
101,200

Household Durables — 2.4%
 
 
D.R. Horton, Inc., 2.50%, 10/15/24
150,000

140,408

Lennar Corp., 4.75%, 5/30/25
75,000

72,657

Mattamy Group Corp., 4.625%, 3/1/30(1)
100,000

86,563

MDC Holdings, Inc., 3.85%, 1/15/30
170,000

153,956

PulteGroup, Inc., 5.50%, 3/1/26
75,000

74,477

Toll Brothers Finance Corp., 3.80%, 11/1/29
150,000

132,386

 
 
660,447

Industrial Conglomerates — 0.5%
 
 
Carlisle Cos., Inc., 2.75%, 3/1/30
165,000

145,111

Insurance — 1.0%
 
 
Aflac, Inc., 3.60%, 4/1/30(2)
30,000

30,432

American International Group, Inc., 4.50%, 7/16/44
150,000

153,998

Athene Holding Ltd., 6.15%, 4/3/30(2)
10,000

10,002

Prudential Financial, Inc., MTN, 1.50%, 3/10/26
100,000

94,253

 
 
288,685

IT Services — 0.1%
 
 
Visa, Inc., 1.90%, 4/15/27(2)
15,000

15,001

Western Union Co. (The), 2.85%, 1/10/25
19,000

18,949

 
 
33,950

Machinery — 0.2%
 
 
Otis Worldwide Corp., 2.06%, 4/5/25(1)
60,000

58,859

Media — 4.9%
 
 
CCO Holdings LLC / CCO Holdings Capital Corp., 5.125%, 5/1/27(1)
75,000

75,902

Charter Communications Operating LLC / Charter Communications Operating Capital, 4.80%, 3/1/50
45,000

47,112

Comcast Corp., 4.40%, 8/15/35
150,000

182,306

CSC Holdings LLC, 6.75%, 11/15/21
75,000

77,756

Discovery Communications LLC, 3.80%, 3/13/24
80,000

79,663

DISH DBS Corp., 5.125%, 5/1/20
75,000

74,685

Fox Corp., 3.05%, 4/7/25(2)
20,000

20,215

Gray Television, Inc., 5.125%, 10/15/24(1)
125,000

121,563

Nexstar Broadcasting, Inc., 5.625%, 8/1/24(1)
75,000

71,062

TEGNA, Inc., 5.00%, 9/15/29(1)
100,000

90,375

ViacomCBS, Inc., 3.125%, 6/15/22
150,000

148,168

ViacomCBS, Inc., 3.70%, 8/15/24
200,000

204,324

VTR Finance BV, 6.875%, 1/15/24
200,000

182,749

 
 
1,375,880

Metals and Mining — 1.5%
 
 
Freeport-McMoRan, Inc., 3.875%, 3/15/23
75,000

71,907

HTA Group Ltd., 9.125%, 3/8/22
200,000

184,689


13


 
Principal Amount/Shares
Value
Novelis Corp., 4.75%, 1/30/30(1)
$
95,000

$
85,084

Steel Dynamics, Inc., 3.45%, 4/15/30
100,000

91,164

 
 
432,844

Oil, Gas and Consumable Fuels — 6.7%
 
 
Aker BP ASA, 3.75%, 1/15/30(1)
150,000

112,923

Continental Resources, Inc., 5.00%, 9/15/22
33,000

20,489

Diamondback Energy, Inc., 5.375%, 5/31/25
125,000

92,468

Diamondback Energy, Inc., 3.50%, 12/1/29
50,000

35,464

Energy Transfer Operating LP, 3.75%, 5/15/30
100,000

78,795

Equinor ASA, 3.25%, 11/18/49
60,000

59,363

Gazprom PJSC Via Gaz Capital SA, 6.00%, 1/23/21
200,000

203,724

Gazprom PJSC via Gaz Finance plc, 3.25%, 2/25/30(1)
200,000

185,664

Holly Energy Partners LP / Holly Energy Finance Corp., 5.00%, 2/1/28(1)
120,000

101,175

Kinder Morgan Energy Partners LP, 6.50%, 9/1/39
115,000

113,077

Newfield Exploration Co., 5.375%, 1/1/26
100,000

52,410

Petroleos Mexicanos, 4.875%, 1/24/22
240,000

207,741

Saudi Arabian Oil Co., MTN, 2.75%, 4/16/22
200,000

196,084

Southwestern Energy Co., 4.10%, 3/15/22
75,000

56,883

Sunoco Logistics Partners Operations LP, 3.90%, 7/15/26
125,000

105,535

Williams Cos., Inc. (The), 4.55%, 6/24/24
75,000

68,472

WPX Energy, Inc., 5.25%, 10/15/27
200,000

111,110

WPX Energy, Inc., 4.50%, 1/15/30
100,000

54,675

 
 
1,856,052

Pharmaceuticals — 1.8%
 
 
Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 6.125%, 4/15/25(1)
120,000

118,951

Bausch Health Cos., Inc., 5.00%, 1/30/28(1)
130,000

124,046

Elanco Animal Health, Inc., 5.65%, 8/28/28
250,000

264,343

 
 
507,340

Road and Rail — 1.5%
 
 
Ashtead Capital, Inc., 4.125%, 8/15/25(1)
200,000

184,000

Avis Budget Car Rental LLC / Avis Budget Finance, Inc., 5.50%, 4/1/23
11,000

9,446

Burlington Northern Santa Fe LLC, 4.15%, 4/1/45
180,000

211,620

 
 
405,066

Software — 0.8%
 
 
NortonLifeLock, Inc., 5.00%, 4/15/25(1)
150,000

151,583

Oracle Corp., 2.50%, 4/1/25(2)
60,000

61,323

Oracle Corp., 2.95%, 4/1/30(2)
20,000

20,162

 
 
233,068

Specialty Retail — 0.4%
 
 
Home Depot, Inc. (The), 5.95%, 4/1/41
75,000

105,420

Technology Hardware, Storage and Peripherals — 0.2%
 
 
Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 5.875%, 6/15/21(1)
17,000

17,000

Dell International LLC / EMC Corp., 5.45%, 6/15/23(1)
40,000

41,098

 
 
58,098

Textiles, Apparel and Luxury Goods — 0.2%
 
 
Hanesbrands, Inc., 4.625%, 5/15/24(1)
70,000

69,738


14


 
Principal Amount/Shares
Value
Trading Companies and Distributors — 0.8%
 
 
Air Lease Corp., MTN, 3.00%, 2/1/30
$
72,000

$
52,371

International Lease Finance Corp., 5.875%, 8/15/22
180,000

161,103

 
 
213,474

Transportation Infrastructure — 0.7%
 
 
DP World plc, MTN, 3.25%, 5/18/20
200,000

197,112

Wireless Telecommunication Services — 1.1%
 
 
Sprint Corp., 7.625%, 2/15/25
100,000

111,415

VEON Holdings BV, 3.95%, 6/16/21
200,000

199,240

 
 
310,655

TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS
(Cost $18,672,384)
 
17,611,139

ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES — 7.2%
 
 
Avis Budget Rental Car Funding AESOP LLC, Series 2015-2A, Class B, 3.42%, 12/20/21(1)
25,000

24,654

BRE Grand Islander Timeshare Issuer LLC, Series 2017-1A,
Class A SEQ, 2.94%, 5/25/29(1)
41,969

41,175

BRE Grand Islander Timeshare Issuer LLC, Series 2017-1A,
Class B, 3.24%, 5/25/29(1)
10,492

10,255

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2014-AA, Class B, 2.07%, 11/25/26(1)
4,578

4,537

Hilton Grand Vacations Trust, Series 2019-AA, Class B, 2.54%, 7/25/33(1)
90,234

74,449

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class C, VRN, 2.05%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.25%), 3/17/37(1)
100,000

88,517

Invitation Homes Trust, Series 2018-SFR2, Class C, VRN, 1.98%, (1-month LIBOR plus 1.28%), 6/17/37(1)
100,000

90,418

MVW LLC, Series 2019-2A, Class B, 2.44%, 10/20/38(1)
180,068

167,098

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2013-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.15%, 4/22/30(1)
21,978

21,965

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2014-1A, Class B, 2.70%, 9/22/31(1)
8,420

8,351

MVW Owner Trust, Series 2017-1A, Class B, 2.75%, 12/20/34(1)
40,183

39,218

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2017-SFR1, Class A SEQ, 2.77%, 8/17/34(1)
49,790

49,677

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2017-SFR2, Class A SEQ, 2.90%, 12/17/34(1)
74,861

75,300

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2018-SFR1, Class A SEQ, 3.26%, 3/17/35(1)
199,757

197,864

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR1, Class A SEQ, 3.42%, 8/17/35(1)
100,000

101,118

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR2, Class A SEQ, 3.15%, 5/17/36(1)
300,000

302,199

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR3, Class B, 2.57%, 9/17/36(1)
250,000

240,559

Progress Residential Trust, Series 2019-SFR4, Class B, 2.94%, 10/17/36(1)
200,000

195,346

Sierra Timeshare Conduit Receivables Funding LLC,
Series 2017-1A, Class A SEQ, 2.91%, 3/20/34(1)
6,213

6,138

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2015-3A,
Class A SEQ, 2.58%, 9/20/32(1)
12,060

11,973

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2016-2A,
Class A SEQ, 2.33%, 7/20/33(1)
3,660

3,617

Sierra Timeshare Receivables Funding LLC, Series 2019-3A,
Class B, 2.75%, 8/20/36(1)
159,526

144,845


15


 
Principal Amount/Shares
Value
Towd Point Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-3, Class M1, VRN, 3.50%, 7/25/57(1)
$
100,000

$
90,170

VSE VOI Mortgage LLC, Series 2016-A, Class A SEQ, 2.54%, 7/20/33(1)
27,955

27,491

TOTAL ASSET-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $2,115,488)
 
2,016,934

COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS — 7.0%
 
 
Allegany Park CLO Ltd., Series 2019-1A, Class C, VRN, 4.38%,
(3-month LIBOR plus 2.55%), 1/20/33(1)
150,000

129,847

Anchorage Credit Opportunities CLO 1 Ltd., Series 2019-1A,
Class B1, VRN, 4.64%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.90%), 1/20/32(1)
150,000

132,364

CBAM Ltd., Series 2018-5A, Class B1, VRN, 3.24%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.40%), 4/17/31(1)
150,000

132,982

CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2013-2A, Class A2LR, VRN, 3.43%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 10/18/30(1)
100,000

92,704

CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2015-1A, Class ARR, VRN, 2.91%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.11%), 1/22/31(1)
250,000

236,134

CIFC Funding Ltd., Series 2016-1A, Class BR, VRN, 3.77%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.95%), 10/21/31(1)
275,000

253,095

Dryden 64 CLO Ltd., Series 2018-64A, Class A, VRN, 2.79%, (3-month LIBOR plus 0.97%), 4/18/31(1)
250,000

235,128

Elmwood CLO IV Ltd., Series 2020-1A, Class C, VRN, 3.23%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.05%), 4/15/33(1)
250,000

220,000

Madison Park Funding XXII Ltd., Series 2016-22A, Class BR, VRN, 3.26%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.60%), 1/15/33(1)
150,000

130,864

Magnetite XXIV Ltd., Series 2019-24A, Class B, VRN, 3.76%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.85%), 1/15/33(1)
100,000

89,349

Magnetite XXIV Ltd., Series 2019-24A, Class C, VRN, 4.46%, (3-month LIBOR plus 2.55%), 1/15/33(1)
200,000

172,782

Sounds Point CLO IV-R Ltd., Series 2013-3RA, Class B, VRN, 3.57%, (3-month LIBOR plus 1.75%), 4/18/31(1)
125,000

111,289

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED LOAN OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $2,143,234)
 
1,936,538

AFFILIATED FUNDS(3) — 5.1%
 
 
Emerging Markets Debt Fund R6 Class
(Cost $1,540,631)
155,287

1,406,896

COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS — 4.9%
 
 
Private Sponsor Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 2.4%
 
 
Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-12, Class 2A1, VRN, 3.74%, 2/25/35
$
31,507

28,665

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2004-8,
Class 2A1, VRN, 3.95%, 11/25/34
17,459

15,575

Bear Stearns Adjustable Rate Mortgage Trust, Series 2006-1,
Class A1, VRN, 3.84%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.25%), 2/25/36
27,764

26,172

Bunker Hill Loan Depositary Trust, Series 2019-3, Class A1 SEQ, 2.72%, 11/25/59(1)
93,658

91,199

Chase Mortgage Finance Trust, Series 2007-A2, Class 6A2 SEQ, VRN, 4.11%, 7/25/37
6,545

5,668

Citicorp Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2007-8, Class 1A3, 6.00%, 9/25/37
21,751

22,631

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2004-UST1, Class A5, VRN, 3.79%, 8/25/34
42,770

38,486

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2005-4, Class A, VRN, 4.59%, 8/25/35
19,366

18,044

Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust, Inc., Series 2005-6, Class A2, VRN, 4.55%, (1-year H15T1Y plus 2.15%), 9/25/35
14,674

13,664


16


 
Principal Amount/Shares
Value
Credit Suisse First Boston Mortgage-Backed Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-3, Class 1A1, VRN, 5.50%, 7/25/35
$
31,220

$
30,931

Credit Suisse Mortgage Trust, Series 2019-NQM1, Class A1, 2.66%, 10/25/59(1)
89,904

87,298

First Horizon Mortgage Pass-Through Trust, Series 2006-AR4, Class 1A2, VRN, 3.99%, 1/25/37
11,603

9,052

GSR Mortgage Loan Trust, Series 2005-AR6, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.10%, 9/25/35
18,605

17,613

JPMorgan Mortgage Trust, Series 2005-A4, Class 1A1, VRN, 4.07%, 7/25/35
6,039

5,881

Merrill Lynch Mortgage Investors Trust, Series 2005-3, Class 2A, VRN, 3.80%, 11/25/35
34,625

30,346

Sequoia Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-CH2, Class A10 SEQ, VRN, 4.00%, 12/25/47(1)
90,085

90,568

WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-AR3, Class A1, VRN, 3.62%, 3/25/35
18,284

16,804

WaMu Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates, Series 2005-AR7, Class A3, VRN, 4.26%, 8/25/35
16,342

14,660

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-7, Class 3A1 SEQ, 6.00%, 6/25/36
6,299

6,004

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR1, Class 2A5 SEQ, VRN, 4.07%, 3/25/36
38,375

33,364

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR15, Class A1, VRN, 4.61%, 10/25/36
3,193

2,802

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR16, Class A1, VRN, 4.49%, 10/25/36
7,351

6,509

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR19, Class A1, VRN, 4.35%, 12/25/36
34,908

30,966

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2006-AR5, Class 2A1, VRN, 4.14%, 4/25/36
11,330

10,701

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2007-15, Class A1, 6.00%, 11/25/37
3,815

3,459

Wells Fargo Mortgage-Backed Securities Trust, Series 2007-7, Class A1, 6.00%, 6/25/37
26,824

24,676

 
 
681,738

U.S. Government Agency Collateralized Mortgage Obligations — 2.5%
 
FHLMC, Series 2018-DNA1, Class M2, VRN, 2.75%,
(1-month LIBOR plus 1.80%), 7/25/30
100,000

83,227

FHLMC, Series 2019-DNA1, Class M1, VRN, 1.85%,
(1-month LIBOR plus 0.90%), 1/25/49(1)
41,779

41,070

FNMA, Series 2016-55, Class PI, IO, 4.00%, 8/25/46
648,510

114,295

FNMA, Series 2017-7, Class AI, IO, 6.00%, 2/25/47
520,892

124,584

FNMA, Series 2017-C05, Class 1M2, VRN, 3.15%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.20%), 1/25/30
94,459

84,501

FNMA, Series 2017-C06, Class 2M2, VRN, 3.75%, (1-month LIBOR plus 2.80%), 2/25/30
128,327

108,468

FNMA, Series 2017-C07, Class 1M1, VRN, 1.60%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.65%), 5/25/30
8,071

7,986

FNMA, Series 2018-C01, Class 1M1, VRN, 1.55%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.60%), 7/25/30
53,925

53,610

FNMA, Series 413, Class C27, IO, 4.00%, 7/25/42
452,685

70,934

 
 
688,675

TOTAL COLLATERALIZED MORTGAGE OBLIGATIONS
(Cost $1,450,680)
 
1,370,413


17


 
Principal Amount/Shares
Value
COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES — 2.3%
 
 
Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates,
Series 2014-LC17, Class B, VRN, 4.49%, 10/10/47
$
50,000

$
50,667

Commercial Mortgage Pass-Through Certificates,
Series 2016-CR28, Class B, VRN, 4.65%, 2/10/49
75,000

77,164

Commercial Mortgage Trust, Series 2015-CR22, Class B, VRN, 3.93%, 3/10/48
25,000

24,824

Commercial Mortgage Trust, Series 2016-CD1, Class AM, 2.93%, 8/10/49
25,000

24,639

CSAIL Commercial Mortgage Trust, Series 2017-CX10, Class AS, VRN, 3.67%, 11/15/50
25,000

25,591

GS Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2015-GC28, Class AS, 3.76%, 2/10/48
50,000

51,595

GS Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2016-GS2, Class B, VRN, 3.76%, 5/10/49
25,000

23,984

JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2014-C21, Class AS SEQ, 4.00%, 8/15/47
250,000

261,029

JPMBB Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust, Series 2014-C21, Class B, VRN, 4.34%, 8/15/47
60,000

60,307

JPMorgan Chase Commercial Mortgage Securities Trust,
Series 2016-JP2, Class B, 3.46%, 8/15/49
40,000

37,567

TOTAL COMMERCIAL MORTGAGE-BACKED SECURITIES
(Cost $650,810)
 
637,367

SOVEREIGN GOVERNMENTS AND AGENCIES — 1.7%
 
 
Egypt — 1.1%
 
 
Egypt Government International Bond, 5.75%, 4/29/20
100,000

99,941

Egypt Government International Bond, 6.125%, 1/31/22
200,000

193,375

 
 
293,316

Oman — 0.6%
 
 
Oman Government International Bond, 4.125%, 1/17/23
200,000

167,124

TOTAL SOVEREIGN GOVERNMENTS AND AGENCIES
(Cost $492,199)
 
460,440

U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES — 1.0%
 
 
U.S. Treasury Notes, 2.625%, 2/15/29
150,000

175,430

U.S. Treasury Notes, 1.625%, 8/15/29(4)
100,000

108,605

TOTAL U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES
(Cost $248,045)
 
284,035

PREFERRED STOCKS — 0.4%
 
 
Equity Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) — 0.1%
 
 
SITE Centers Corp., 6.25%
1,400

25,970

Machinery — 0.3%
 
 
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., 4.00%
100,000

96,303

TOTAL PREFERRED STOCKS
(Cost $134,748)
 
122,273

BANK LOAN OBLIGATIONS(5) — 0.1%
 
 
Pharmaceuticals — 0.1%
 
 
Bausch Health Companies Inc., 2018 Term Loan B, 3.61%,
(1-month LIBOR plus 3.00%), 6/2/25
(Cost $35,600)
$
35,453

33,931

TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS — 6.0%
 
 
Repurchase Agreement, BMO Capital Markets Corp., (collateralized by various U.S. Treasury obligations, 1.875% - 3.00%, 11/30/21 - 5/15/45, valued at $570,955), in a joint trading account at 0.01%, dated 3/31/20, due 4/1/20 (Delivery value $559,854)
 
559,854


18


 
Principal Amount/Shares
Value
State Street Institutional U.S. Government Money Market Fund, Premier Class
1,128,400

$
1,128,400

TOTAL TEMPORARY CASH INVESTMENTS
(Cost $1,688,254)
 
1,688,254

TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 98.8%
(Cost $29,172,073)
 
27,568,220

OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — 1.2%
 
331,013

TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0%
 
$
27,899,233


FORWARD FOREIGN CURRENCY EXCHANGE CONTRACTS
Currency Purchased
Currency Sold
Counterparty
Settlement Date
Unrealized Appreciation
(Depreciation)
EUR
12,542

USD
14,060

JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A.
6/17/20
$
(187
)
MXN
170,424

USD
7,535

Morgan Stanley
6/17/20
(432
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
$
(619
)

FUTURES CONTRACTS PURCHASED
Reference Entity
Contracts
Expiration Date
Notional Amount
Underlying
Contract
Value
Unrealized
Appreciation
(Depreciation)
U.S. Treasury 2-Year Notes
5
June 2020
$
1,000,000

$
1,101,914

$
5,223

U.S. Treasury 5-Year Notes
17
June 2020
$
1,700,000

2,131,109

45,971

 
 
 
 
$
3,233,023

$
51,194



19


NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
EUR
-
Euro
FHLMC
-
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
FNMA
-
Federal National Mortgage Association
H15T1Y
-
Constant Maturity U.S. Treasury Note Yield Curve Rate Index
IO
-
Interest Only
LIBOR
-
London Interbank Offered Rate
MTN
-
Medium Term Note
MXN
-
Mexican Peso
SEQ
-
Sequential Payer
USD
-
United States Dollar
VRN
-
Variable Rate Note. The rate adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security’s offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The security's effective maturity date may be shorter than the final maturity date shown.
(1)
Security was purchased pursuant to Rule 144A under the Securities Act of 1933 and may be sold in transactions exempt from registration, normally to qualified institutional investors. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $8,295,979, which represented 29.7% of total net assets.
(2)
When-issued security. The issue price and yield are fixed on the date of the commitment, but payment and delivery are scheduled for a future date.
(3)
Investments are funds within the American Century Investments family of funds and are considered affiliated funds.
(4)
Security, or a portion thereof, has been pledged at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements on forward foreign currency exchange contracts and/or futures contracts. At the period end, the aggregate value of securities pledged was $28,237.
(5)
The interest rate on a bank loan obligation adjusts periodically based on a predetermined schedule. Rate shown is effective at period end. The maturity date on a bank loan obligation may be less than indicated as a result of contractual or optional prepayments. These prepayments cannot be predicted with certainty.
(6)
Security is in default.


See Notes to Financial Statements.


20


Statement of Assets and Liabilities
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Assets
 
Investment securities - unaffiliated, at value (cost of $27,631,442)
$
26,161,324

Investment securities - affiliated, at value (cost of $1,540,631)
1,406,896

Total investment securities, at value (cost of $29,172,073)
27,568,220

Cash
42,122

Receivable for investments sold
441,919

Receivable for capital shares sold
852

Interest and dividends receivable
235,320

Securities lending receivable
2,038

 
28,290,471

 
 
Liabilities
 
Payable for investments purchased
348,556

Payable for capital shares redeemed
21,778

Payable for variation margin on futures contracts
953

Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts
619

Accrued management fees
17,306

Distribution and service fees payable
662

Dividends payable
1,364

 
391,238

 
 
Net Assets
$
27,899,233

 
 
Net Assets Consist of:
 
Capital paid in
$
29,790,146

Distributable earnings
(1,890,913
)
 
$
27,899,233


 
Net Assets
Shares Outstanding
Net Asset Value Per Share
Investor Class

$20,836,098

2,244,732

$9.28
I Class

$2,955,106

318,539

$9.28
Y Class

$5,255

566

$9.28
A Class

$1,762,094

189,848

$9.28*
C Class

$202,139

21,785

$9.28
R Class

$180,611

19,452

$9.28
R5 Class

$97,210

10,474

$9.28
R6 Class

$1,860,720

200,502

$9.28
*Maximum offering price $9.72 (net asset value divided by 0.955).


See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Operations
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
 
Investment Income (Loss)
 
Income:
 
Interest
$
863,484

Income distributions from affiliated funds
67,176

Dividends
19,612

Securities lending, net
2,946

 
953,218

 
 
Expenses:
 
Management fees
200,171

Distribution and service fees:
 
A Class
4,088

C Class
2,010

R Class
780

Trustees' fees and expenses
2,058

Other expenses
700

 
209,807

Fees waived(1)
(11,175
)
 
198,632

 
 
Net investment income (loss)
754,586

 
 
Realized and Unrealized Gain (Loss)
 
Net realized gain (loss) on:
 
Investment transactions
99,134

Forward foreign currency exchange contract transactions
(331
)
Futures contract transactions
11,028

Swap agreement transactions
(102,502
)
Foreign currency translation transactions
(187
)
 
7,142

 
 
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on:
 
Investments (including $(168,620) from affiliated funds)
(1,755,831
)
Forward foreign currency exchange contracts
(1,214
)
Futures contracts
51,194

Translation of assets and liabilities in foreign currencies
156

 
(1,705,695
)
 
 
Net realized and unrealized gain (loss)
(1,698,553
)
 
 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
$
(943,967
)

(1)
Amount consists of $8,673, $1,031, $4, $658, $82, $63, $42 and $622 for Investor Class, I Class, Y Class, A Class, C Class, R Class, R5 Class and R6 Class, respectively.

See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND MARCH 31, 2019
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2019
Operations
 
 
Net investment income (loss)
$
754,586

$
598,716

Net realized gain (loss)
7,142

(175,500
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation)
(1,705,695
)
290,405

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations
(943,967
)
713,621

 
 
 
Distributions to Shareholders
 
 
From earnings:
 
 
Investor Class
(573,315
)
(499,842
)
I Class
(70,627
)
(42,574
)
Y Class
(162
)
(212
)
A Class
(39,341
)
(44,458
)
C Class
(3,376
)
(17,840
)
R Class
(3,350
)
(13,277
)
R5 Class
(2,964
)
(20,067
)
R6 Class
(47,455
)
(21,566
)
Decrease in net assets from distributions
(740,590
)
(659,836
)
 
 
 
Capital Share Transactions
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 5)
10,660,287

1,746,930

 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
8,975,730

1,800,715

 
 
 
Net Assets
 
 
Beginning of period
18,923,503

17,122,788

End of period
$
27,899,233

$
18,923,503



See Notes to Financial Statements.


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Notes to Financial Statements

MARCH 31, 2020

1. Organization

American Century Investment Trust (the trust) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Massachusetts business trust. Strategic Income Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the trust. The fund’s investment objective is to seek income. As a secondary objective, the fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

The fund offers the Investor Class, I Class, Y Class, A Class, C Class, R Class, R5 Class and R6 Class. The A Class may incur an initial sales charge. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.
 
2. Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.

Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. The Board of Trustees has adopted valuation policies and procedures to guide the investment advisor in the fund’s investment valuation process and to provide methodologies for the oversight of the fund’s pricing function.
 
Fixed income securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Corporate bonds, U.S. Treasury and Government Agency securities, convertible bonds, bank loan obligations, municipal securities, and sovereign governments and agencies are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information. Mortgage-related and asset-backed securities are valued based on models that consider trade data, prepayment and default projections, benchmark yield and spread data and estimated cash flows of each tranche of the issuer. Collateralized loan obligations are valued based on discounted cash flow models that consider trade and economic data, prepayment assumptions and default projections. Fixed income securities initially expressed in local currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at the mean of the appropriate currency exchange rate at the close of the NYSE as provided by an independent pricing service.
 
Equity securities that are listed or traded on a domestic securities exchange are valued at the last reported sales price or at the official closing price as provided by the exchange. Equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges are generally valued at the closing price of such securities on the exchange where primarily traded or at the close of the NYSE, if that is earlier. If no last sales price is reported, or if local convention or regulation so provides, the mean of the latest bid and asked prices may be used. Securities traded over-the-counter are valued at the mean of the latest bid and asked prices, the last sales price, or the official closing price. Equity securities initially expressed in local currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at the mean of the appropriate currency exchange rate at the close of the NYSE as provided by an independent pricing service.
 
Hybrid securities are valued at the evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or at the mean of the most recent bid and asked prices as provided by investment dealers. Preferred stocks and convertible preferred stocks with perpetual maturities are valued using market models that consider trade data, quotations from dealers and active market makers, relevant yield curve and spread data, creditworthiness, trade data or market information on comparable securities, and other relevant security specific information.
 

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Open-end management investment companies are valued at the reported net asset value per share. Repurchase agreements are valued at cost, which approximates fair value. Exchange-traded futures contracts are valued at the settlement price as provided by the appropriate exchange. Swap agreements are valued at an evaluated mean as provided by independent pricing services or independent brokers. Forward foreign currency exchange contracts are valued at the mean of the appropriate forward exchange rate at the close of the NYSE as provided by an independent pricing service.

If the fund determines that the market price for an investment is not readily available or the valuation methods mentioned above do not reflect an investment’s fair value, such investment is valued as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees or its delegate, in accordance with policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. In its determination of fair value, the fund may review several factors including, but not limited to, market information regarding the specific investment or comparable investments and correlation with other investment types, futures indices or general market indicators. Circumstances that may cause the fund to use these procedures to value an investment include, but are not limited to: an investment has been declared in default or is distressed; trading in a security has been suspended during the trading day or a security is not actively trading on its principal exchange; prices received from a regular pricing source are deemed unreliable; or there is a foreign market holiday and no trading occurred.
 
The fund monitors for significant events occurring after the close of an investment’s primary exchange but before the fund’s net asset value per share is determined. Significant events may include, but are not limited to: corporate announcements and transactions; governmental action and political unrest that could impact a specific investment or an investment sector; or armed conflicts, natural disasters and similar events that could affect investments in a specific country or region. The fund also monitors for significant fluctuations between domestic and foreign markets, as evidenced by the U.S. market or such other indicators that the Board of Trustees, or its delegate, deems appropriate. The fund may apply a model-derived factor to the closing price of equity securities traded on foreign securities exchanges. The factor is based on observable market data as provided by an independent pricing service.
 
Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
 
Investment Income — Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes paydown gain (loss) and accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums. Inflation adjustments related to inflation-linked debt securities are reflected as interest income. Dividend income less foreign taxes withheld, if any, is recorded as of the ex-dividend date. Income and capital gain distributions, if any, from the affiliated funds are recorded as of the ex-dividend date. Distributions received on securities that represent a return of capital or long-term capital gain are recorded as a reduction of cost of investments and/or as a realized gain. The fund may estimate the components of distributions received that may be considered nontaxable distributions or long-term capital gain distributions for income tax purposes. Securities lending income is net of fees and rebates earned by the lending agent for its services.
 
Foreign Currency Translations — All assets and liabilities initially expressed in foreign currencies are translated into U.S. dollars at prevailing exchange rates at period end. The fund may enter into spot foreign currency exchange contracts to facilitate transactions denominated in a foreign currency. Purchases and sales of investment securities, dividend and interest income, spot foreign currency exchange contracts, and expenses are translated at the rates of exchange prevailing on the respective dates of such transactions. Net realized and unrealized foreign currency exchange gains or losses related to investment securities are a component of net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on investments, respectively.
 
Repurchase Agreements — The fund may enter into repurchase agreements with institutions that American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM) (the investment advisor) has determined are creditworthy pursuant to criteria adopted by the Board of Trustees. The fund requires that the collateral, represented by securities, received in a repurchase transaction be transferred to the custodian in a manner sufficient to enable the fund to obtain those securities in the event of a default under the repurchase agreement. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities transferred to ensure the value, including accrued interest, of the securities under each repurchase agreement is equal to or greater than amounts owed to the fund under each repurchase agreement.
 
Joint Trading Account — Pursuant to an Exemptive Order issued by the Securities and Exchange Commission, the fund, along with certain other funds in the American Century Investments family of funds, may transfer uninvested cash balances into a joint trading account. These balances are invested in one or more repurchase agreements that are collateralized by U.S. Treasury or Agency obligations.

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Segregated Assets — In accordance with the 1940 Act, the fund segregates assets on its books and records to cover certain types of investment securities and other financial instruments. ACIM monitors, on a daily basis, the securities segregated to ensure the fund designates a sufficient amount of liquid assets, marked-to-market daily. The fund may also receive assets or be required to pledge assets at the custodian bank or with a broker for collateral requirements.
 
Income Tax Status — It is the fund’s policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
 
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
 
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. Distributions from net realized gains, if any, are generally declared and paid annually.
 
Indemnifications — Under the trust’s organizational documents, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
 
Securities Lending — Securities are lent to qualified financial institutions and brokers. State Street Bank & Trust Co. serves as securities lending agent to the fund pursuant to a Securities Lending Agreement. The lending of securities exposes the fund to risks such as: the borrowers may fail to return the loaned securities, the borrowers may not be able to provide additional collateral, the fund may experience delays in recovery of the loaned securities or delays in access to collateral, or the fund may experience losses related to the investment collateral. To minimize certain risks, loan counterparties pledge collateral in the form of cash and/or securities. The lending agent has agreed to indemnify the fund in the case of default of any securities borrowed. Cash collateral received is invested in the State Street Navigator Securities Lending Government Money Market Portfolio, a money market mutual fund registered under the 1940 Act. The loans may also be secured by U.S. government securities in an amount at least equal to the market value of the securities loaned, plus accrued interest and dividends, determined on a daily basis and adjusted accordingly. By lending securities, the fund seeks to increase its net investment income through the receipt of interest and fees. Such income is reflected separately within the Statement of Operations. The value of loaned securities and related collateral outstanding at period end, if any, are shown on a gross basis within the Schedule of Investments and Statement of Assets and Liabilities.
 
3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties

Certain officers and trustees of the trust are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The trust's investment advisor, ACIM, the trust's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the trust's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC. ACIM serves as the investment advisor for the affiliated funds.
 

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Management Fees — The trust has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except distribution and service fees, brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent trustees (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses, will be paid by ACIM. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class's daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The difference in the fee among the classes is a result of their separate arrangements for non-Rule 12b-1 shareholder services. It is not the result of any difference in advisory or custodial fees or other expenses related to the management of the fund’s assets, which do not vary by class. The investment advisor will waive the portion of the fund’s management fee equal to the expenses attributable to the management fees of the American Century Investments funds in which the fund invests. The amount of this waiver will fluctuate depending on the fund’s daily allocation to other American Century Investments funds. This waiver is expected to remain in effect permanently and it cannot be terminated without the approval of the Board of Trustees.

The annual management fee and the effective annual management fee after waiver for each class for the period ended March 31, 2020 are as follows:
 
Annual
Management Fee
Effective Annual Management Fee After Waiver
Investor Class
0.74%
0.70%
I Class
0.64%
0.60%
Y Class
0.54%
0.50%
A Class
0.74%
0.70%
C Class
0.74%
0.70%
R Class
0.74%
0.70%
R5 Class
0.54%
0.50%
R6 Class
0.49%
0.45%

Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Trustees has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class, C Class and R Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 1.00%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.75% is paid for distribution services. The plans provide that the R Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.50%. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended March 31, 2020 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.

Trustees’ Fees and Expenses — The Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The trustees receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund’s officers do not receive compensation from the fund.
 
Interfund Transactions — The fund may enter into security transactions with other American Century Investments funds and other client accounts of the investment advisor, in accordance with the 1940 Act rules and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees. The rules and procedures require, among other things, that these transactions be effected at the independent current market price of the security. There were no interfund transactions during the period.

4. Investment Transactions

Purchases of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $32,604,589, of which $4,851,371 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.

Sales of investment securities, excluding short-term investments, for the period ended March 31, 2020 totaled $22,337,490, of which $6,599,951 represented U.S. Treasury and Government Agency obligations.


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5. Capital Share Transactions

Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows (unlimited number of shares authorized):
 
Year ended
March 31, 2020
Year ended
March 31, 2019
 
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
1,528,091

$
15,140,922

1,104,462

$
10,560,239

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
55,589

550,338

49,179

471,880

Redeemed
(953,917)

(9,335,916
)
(794,260)

(7,633,594
)
 
629,763

6,355,344

359,381

3,398,525

I Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
182,748

1,801,940

77,683

744,902

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
7,143

70,627

4,434

42,501

Redeemed
(9,566
)
(92,222
)
(14,448
)
(139,428
)
 
180,325

1,780,345

67,669

647,975

Y Class
 
 
 
 
Issued in reinvestment of distributions
16

162

22

212

A Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
82,536

823,420

148,484

1,418,224

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
3,979

39,341

4,583

43,932

Redeemed
(32,775
)
(311,255
)
(84,968
)
(805,318
)
 
53,740

551,506

68,099

656,838

C Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
4,786

47,835

805

7,587

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
341

3,366

1,805

17,350

Redeemed
(2,087
)
(20,235
)
(106,482
)
(1,021,900
)
 
3,040

30,966

(103,872
)
(996,963
)
R Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
14,049

139,297

3,801

36,646

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
334

3,302

1,372

13,193

Redeemed
(6,453
)
(63,702
)
(78,363
)
(753,666
)
 
7,930

78,897

(73,190
)
(703,827
)
R5 Class
 
 
 
 
Issued in reinvestment of distributions
300

2,964

2,080

19,986

Redeemed


(67,198
)
(637,943
)
 
300

2,964

(65,118
)
(617,957
)
R6 Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
306,274

3,049,089

3,298

31,073

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
4,782

47,455

2,233

21,478

Redeemed
(124,661
)
(1,236,441
)
(72,382
)
(690,424
)
 
186,395

1,860,103

(66,851
)
(637,873
)
Net increase (decrease)
1,061,509

$
10,660,287

186,140

$
1,746,930


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6. Affiliated Fund Transactions

A summary of transactions for each affiliated fund for the period ended March 31, 2020 follows (amounts in thousands):
Affiliated Fund(1)
Beginning Value
Purchase
Cost
Sales
Cost
Change in Net Unrealized Appreciation (Depreciation)
Ending
Value
Ending
Shares
Net Realized
Gain (Loss)
Distributions Received(2)
Emerging Markets Debt Fund R6 Class
$
1,508

$
68


$
(169
)
$
1,407

155


$
67


(1)
Investments are funds within the American Century Investments family of funds and are considered affiliated funds. Additional information and attributes of each affiliated fund are available at americancentury.com.
(2)
Distributions received includes distributions from net investment income and from capital gains, if any.

7. Investments in Affiliated Funds

The fund does not invest in an affiliated fund for the purpose of exercising management or control; however, investments by the fund within its investment strategy may represent a significant portion of an affiliated fund's net assets.

8. Fair Value Measurements

The fund’s investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.

Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.

Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.

Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).

The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.


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The following is a summary of the level classifications as of period end. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund’s portfolio holdings.
 
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Assets
 
 
 
Investment Securities
 
 
 
Corporate Bonds

$
17,611,139


Asset-Backed Securities

2,016,934


Collateralized Loan Obligations

1,936,538


Affiliated Funds
$
1,406,896



Collateralized Mortgage Obligations

1,370,413


Commercial Mortgage-Backed Securities

637,367


Sovereign Governments and Agencies

460,440


U.S. Treasury Securities

284,035


Preferred Stocks
25,970

96,303


Bank Loan Obligations

33,931


Temporary Cash Investments
1,128,400

559,854


 
$
2,561,266

$
25,006,954


Other Financial Instruments
 
 
 
Futures Contracts
$
51,194



 
 
 
 
Liabilities
 
 
 
Other Financial Instruments
 
 
 
Forward Foreign Currency Exchange Contracts

$
619



9. Derivative Instruments

Credit Risk — The fund is subject to credit risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of a bond generally declines as the credit quality of its issuer declines. Credit default swap agreements enable a fund to buy/sell protection against a credit event of a specific issuer or index. A fund may attempt to enhance returns by selling protection or attempt to mitigate credit risk by buying protection. The buyer/seller of credit protection against a security or basket of securities may pay/receive an up-front or periodic payment to compensate for/against potential default events. Changes in value, including the periodic amounts of interest to be paid or received on swap agreements, are recorded as unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements. Upon entering into a centrally cleared swap, a fund is required to deposit cash or securities (initial margin) with a financial intermediary in an amount equal to a certain percentage of the notional amount. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the value and is a component of unrealized gains and losses. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon receipt or payment of a periodic settlement or termination of swap agreements. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of swap agreements are a component of net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements, respectively. The risks of entering into swap agreements include the possible lack of liquidity, failure of the counterparty to meet its obligations, and that there may be unfavorable changes in the underlying investments or instruments. The fund's average notional amount held during the period was $1,881,200.
 
Foreign Currency Risk — The fund is subject to foreign currency exchange rate risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of foreign investments held by a fund may be significantly affected by changes in foreign currency exchange rates. The dollar value of a foreign security generally decreases when the value of the dollar rises against the foreign currency in which the security is denominated and tends to increase when the value of the dollar declines against such foreign currency. A fund may enter into forward foreign currency exchange contracts to reduce a fund's exposure to foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations or to gain exposure to the fluctuations in the value of foreign currencies. The net U.S. dollar value of foreign currency underlying all contractual commitments held by a fund and the resulting unrealized appreciation or depreciation are determined daily. Realized gain or loss is recorded upon the termination of the contract. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of forward foreign currency exchange contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on forward foreign currency

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exchange contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on forward foreign currency exchange contracts, respectively. A fund bears the risk of an unfavorable change in the foreign currency exchange rate underlying the forward contract. Additionally, losses, up to the fair value, may arise if the counterparties do not perform under the contract terms. The fund's average U.S. dollar exposure to foreign currency risk derivative instruments held during the period was $107,076.
 
Interest Rate Risk — The fund is subject to interest rate risk in the normal course of pursuing its investment objectives. The value of bonds generally declines as interest rates rise. A fund may enter into futures contracts based on a bond index or a specific underlying security. A fund may purchase futures contracts to gain exposure to increases in market value or sell futures contracts to protect against a decline in market value. Upon entering into a futures contract, a fund will segregate cash, cash equivalents or other appropriate liquid securities on its records in amounts sufficient to meet requirements. Subsequent payments (variation margin) are made or received daily, in cash, by a fund. The variation margin is equal to the daily change in the contract value and is recorded as unrealized gains and losses. A fund recognizes a realized gain or loss when the futures contract is closed or expires. Net realized and unrealized gains or losses occurring during the holding period of futures contracts are a component of net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions and change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts, respectively. One of the risks of entering into futures contracts is the possibility that the change in value of the contract may not correlate with the changes in value of the underlying securities. The fund's average notional exposure to interest rate risk derivative instruments held during the period was $1,185,714 futures contracts purchased.

Value of Derivative Instruments as of March 31, 2020
 
Asset Derivatives
Liability Derivatives
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Location on Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Value
Foreign Currency Risk
Unrealized appreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts

Unrealized depreciation on forward foreign currency exchange contracts
$
619

Interest Rate Risk
Receivable for variation margin on futures contracts*

Payable for variation margin on futures contracts*
953

 
 

 
$
1,572


*Included in the unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts, as reported in the Schedule of Investments.

Effect of Derivative Instruments on the Statement of Operations for the Year Ended March 31, 2020
 
Net Realized Gain (Loss)
Change in Net Unrealized
Appreciation (Depreciation)
Type of Risk Exposure
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Location on Statement of Operations
Value
Credit Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on swap agreement transactions
$
(102,502
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on swap agreements

Foreign Currency Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on forward foreign currency exchange contract transactions
(331
)
Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on forward foreign currency exchange contracts
$
(1,214
)
Interest Rate Risk
Net realized gain (loss) on futures contract transactions
11,028

Change in net unrealized appreciation (depreciation) on futures contracts
51,194

 
 
$
(91,805
)
 
$
49,980


10. Risk Factors

The value of the fund’s shares will go up and down, sometimes rapidly or unpredictably, based on the performance of the securities owned by the fund and other factors generally affecting the securities market. Market risks, including political, regulatory, economic and social developments, can affect the value of the fund’s investments. Natural disasters, public health emergencies, terrorism and other unforeseeable events may lead to increased market volatility and may have adverse long-term effects on world economies and markets generally.

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The fund may invest in instruments that have variable or floating coupon rates based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate intended to be representative of the rate at which certain major international banks lend to one another over short-terms. LIBOR will be phased out by the end of 2021. Uncertainty remains regarding a replacement rate or rates for LIBOR. The transition process may lead to increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that rely on LIBOR. This could result in a change to the value of such instruments. 

There are certain risks involved in investing in foreign securities. These risks include those resulting from political events (such as civil unrest, national elections and imposition of exchange controls), social and economic events (such as labor strikes and rising inflation), and natural disasters. Securities of foreign issuers may be less liquid and more volatile. Investing in emerging markets or a significant portion of assets in one country or region may accentuate these risks.
 
The fund invests in lower-rated debt securities, which are subject to substantial risks including liquidity risk and credit risk.

11. Federal Tax Information

The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019 were as follows:
 
2020
2019
Distributions Paid From
 
 
Ordinary income
$
740,590

$
659,836

Long-term capital gains



The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.
 
As of period end, the federal tax cost of investments and the components of distributable earnings on a tax-basis were as follows:
Federal tax cost of investments
$
29,176,894

Gross tax appreciation of investments
$
299,417

Gross tax depreciation of investments
(1,908,091
)
Net tax appreciation (depreciation) of investments
$
(1,608,674
)
Other book-to-tax adjustments
$
(1,364
)
Undistributed ordinary income

Accumulated short-term capital losses
$
(160,029
)
Accumulated long-term capital losses
$
(120,846
)

The difference between book-basis and tax-basis unrealized appreciation (depreciation) is attributable primarily to the realization for tax purposes of unrealized gains (losses) on futures contracts.
 
Accumulated capital losses represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.
 
12. Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In March 2017, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2017-08, “Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (Subtopic 310-20), Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities” (ASU 2017-08). ASU 2017-08 amends the amortization period for certain purchased callable debt securities held at a premium, shortening such period to the earliest call date. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-08 did not materially impact the financial statements.

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Financial Highlights
 
For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(before
expense
waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.73
0.27
(0.45)
(0.18)
(0.27)
$9.28
(2.01)%
0.71%
0.75%
2.70%
2.66%
88%

$20,836

2019
$9.74
0.34
0.03
0.37
(0.38)
$9.73
3.88%
0.70%
0.76%
3.55%
3.49%
60%

$15,718

2018
$9.78
0.32
(0.04)
0.28
(0.32)
$9.74
2.86%
0.69%
0.76%
3.27%
3.20%
64%

$12,228

2017
$9.45
0.33
0.33
0.66
(0.33)
$9.78
7.06%
0.65%
0.76%
3.39%
3.28%
40%

$7,791

2016
$9.81
0.33
(0.29)
0.04
(0.40)
$9.45
0.44%
0.64%
0.75%
3.52%
3.41%
25%

$2,290

I Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.73
0.28
(0.45)
(0.17)
(0.28)
$9.28
(1.91)%
0.61%
0.65%
2.80%
2.76%
88%

$2,955

2019
$9.73
0.35
0.03
0.38
(0.38)
$9.73
4.09%
0.60%
0.66%
3.65%
3.59%
60%

$1,345

2018(3)
$9.79
0.33
(0.07)
0.26
(0.32)
$9.73
2.64%
0.59%(4)
0.66%(4)
3.37%(4)
3.30%(4)
64%(5)

$687

Y Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.73
0.30
(0.46)
(0.16)
(0.29)
$9.28
(1.78)%
0.51%
0.55%
2.90%
2.86%
88%

$5

2019
$9.73
0.36
0.03
0.39
(0.39)
$9.73
4.18%
0.50%
0.56%
3.75%
3.69%
60%

$5

2018(3)
$9.79
0.33
(0.06)
0.27
(0.33)
$9.73
2.73%
0.49%(4)
0.56%(4)
3.46%(4)
3.39%(4)
64%(5)

$5




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(before
expense
waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
A Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.73
0.24
(0.45)
(0.21)
(0.24)
$9.28
(2.26)%
0.96%
1.00%
2.45%
2.41%
88%

$1,762

2019
$9.74
0.32
0.02
0.34
(0.35)
$9.73
3.62%
0.95%
1.01%
3.30%
3.24%
60%

$1,325

2018
$9.77
0.29
(0.03)
0.26
(0.29)
$9.74
2.71%
0.94%
1.01%
3.02%
2.95%
64%

$662

2017
$9.45
0.30
0.32
0.62
(0.30)
$9.77
6.68%
0.90%
1.01%
3.14%
3.03%
40%

$992

2016
$9.81
0.31
(0.30)
0.01
(0.37)
$9.45
0.19%
0.89%
1.00%
3.27%
3.16%
25%

$1,180

C Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.73
0.17
(0.45)
(0.28)
(0.17)
$9.28
(2.99)%
1.71%
1.75%
1.70%
1.66%
88%

$202

2019
$9.74
0.24
0.03
0.27
(0.28)
$9.73
2.85%
1.70%
1.76%
2.55%
2.49%
60%

$182

2018
$9.77
0.22
(0.03)
0.19
(0.22)
$9.74
1.94%
1.69%
1.76%
2.27%
2.20%
64%

$1,194

2017
$9.45
0.23
0.32
0.55
(0.23)
$9.77
5.89%
1.65%
1.76%
2.39%
2.28%
40%

$1,098

2016
$9.81
0.24
(0.30)
(0.06)
(0.30)
$9.45
(0.56)%
1.64%
1.75%
2.52%
2.41%
25%

$993

R Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.73
0.22
(0.45)
(0.23)
(0.22)
$9.28
(2.39)%
1.21%
1.25%
2.20%
2.16%
88%

$181

2019
$9.74
0.29
0.03
0.32
(0.33)
$9.73
3.36%
1.20%
1.26%
3.05%
2.99%
60%

$112

2018
$9.78
0.27
(0.04)
0.23
(0.27)
$9.74
2.45%
1.19%
1.26%
2.77%
2.70%
64%

$825

2017
$9.45
0.28
0.33
0.61
(0.28)
$9.78
6.42%
1.15%
1.26%
2.89%
2.78%
40%

$772

2016
$9.81
0.29
(0.30)
(0.01)
(0.35)
$9.45
(0.06)%
1.14%
1.25%
3.02%
2.91%
25%

$714




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Per-Share Data
 
 
 
 
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(1)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From
Investment
Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(2)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
(before
expense
waiver)
Portfolio
Turnover
Rate
Net
Assets,
End of
Period
(in thousands)
R5 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.73
0.29
(0.45)
(0.16)
(0.29)
$9.28
(1.82)%
0.51%
0.55%
2.90%
2.86%
88%

$97

2019
$9.74
0.35
0.03
0.38
(0.39)
$9.73
4.09%
0.50%
0.56%
3.75%
3.69%
60%

$99

2018
$9.77
0.34
(0.03)
0.31
(0.34)
$9.74
3.17%
0.49%
0.56%
3.47%
3.40%
64%

$733

2017
$9.45
0.35
0.32
0.67
(0.35)
$9.77
7.16%
0.45%
0.56%
3.59%
3.48%
40%

$711

2016
$9.81
0.36
(0.30)
0.06
(0.42)
$9.45
0.64%
0.44%
0.55%
3.72%
3.61%
25%

$663

R6 Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$9.73
0.28
(0.44)
(0.16)
(0.29)
$9.28
(1.77)%
0.46%
0.50%
2.95%
2.91%
88%

$1,861

2019
$9.74
0.36
0.03
0.39
(0.40)
$9.73
4.14%
0.45%
0.51%
3.80%
3.74%
60%

$137

2018
$9.78
0.35
(0.05)
0.30
(0.34)
$9.74
3.22%
0.44%
0.51%
3.52%
3.45%
64%

$789

2017
$9.45
0.35
0.33
0.68
(0.35)
$9.78
7.21%
0.40%
0.51%
3.64%
3.53%
40%

$764

2016
$9.81
0.36
(0.30)
0.06
(0.42)
$9.45
0.69%
0.39%
0.50%
3.77%
3.66%
25%

$712




Notes to Financial Highlights
 
 
(1)
Computed using average shares outstanding throughout the period.
(2)
Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(3)
April 10, 2017 (commencement of sale) through March 31, 2018.
(4)
Annualized.
(5)
Portfolio turnover is calculated at the fund level. Percentage indicated was calculated for the year ended March 31, 2018.


See Notes to Financial Statements.




Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Trustees of American Century Investment Trust and Shareholders of Strategic Income Fund

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of Strategic Income Fund (one of the funds constituting American Century Investment Trust, referred to hereafter as the “Fund”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2020, the statement of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2020, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020 and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2020 by correspondence with the custodian, transfer agent and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.



/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
May 18, 2020

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in American Century Investments since 1997.

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Management

Board of Trustees

The individuals listed below serve as trustees of the funds. Each trustee will continue to serve in this capacity until death, retirement, resignation or removal from office. The board has adopted a mandatory retirement age for trustees who are not “interested persons,” as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act (independent trustees). Independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 75th birthday; provided, however, that on or after January 1, 2022, independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 76th birthday.
Mr. Thomas is an “interested person” because he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC), the parent company of American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM or the advisor). The other trustees (more than three-fourths of the total number) are independent. They are not employees, directors or officers of, and have no financial interest in, ACC or any of its wholly owned, direct or indirect, subsidiaries, including ACIM, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS) and American Century Services, LLC (ACS), and they do not have any other affiliations, positions or relationships that would cause them to be considered “interested persons” under the Investment Company Act. The trustees serve in this capacity for eight (in the case of Jonathan S. Thomas, 16; and Ronald J. Gilson, 9) registered investment companies in the American Century Investments family of funds.
The following table presents additional information about the trustees. The mailing address for each trustee other than Mr. Thomas is 1665 Charleston Road, Mountain View, California 94043. The mailing address for Mr. Thomas is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Tanya S. Beder
(1955)
Trustee
Since 2011
Chairman and CEO, SBCC Group Inc. (independent advisory services) (2006 to present)
40
CYS Investments, Inc.; Kirby Corporation; Nabors Industries Ltd.
Jeremy I. Bulow
(1954)
Trustee
Since 2011
Professor of Economics, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (1979 to present)
40
None
Anne Casscells
(1958)
Trustee
Since 2016
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, Aetos Alternatives Management (investment advisory firm) (2001 to present); Lecturer in Accounting, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (2009 to 2017)
40
None
Ronald J. Gilson
(1946)
Trustee and Chairman of the Board
Since 1995
(Chairman since 2005)
Charles J. Meyers Professor of Law and Business, Emeritus, Stanford Law School (1979 to 2016); Marc and Eva Stern Professor of Law and Business, Columbia University School of Law (1992 to present)
57
None

38


Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Frederick L. A. Grauer
(1946)
Trustee
Since 2008
Senior Advisor, Credit Sesame, Inc. (credit monitoring firm) (2018 to present); Senior Advisor, Course Hero (an educational technology company) (2015 to present)
40
None
Jonathan D. Levin
(1972)
Trustee
Since 2016
Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (2016 to present); Professor, Stanford University, (2000 to present)
40
None
Peter F. Pervere
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2007
Retired
40
None
John B. Shoven
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2002
Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics, Stanford University (1973 to present, emeritus since 2019)
40
Cadence Design Systems; Exponent; Financial Engines
Interested Trustee


Jonathan S. Thomas
(1963)
Trustee
Since 2007
President and Chief Executive Officer, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as Chief Executive Officer, ACS; Executive Vice President, ACIM; Director, ACC, ACIM and other ACC subsidiaries
120
None
The Statement of Additional Information has additional information about the fund's trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Officers

The following table presents certain information about the executive officers of the funds. Each officer serves as an officer for 16 (in the case of Robert J. Leach, 15) investment companies in the American Century family of funds, unless otherwise noted. No officer is compensated for his or her service as an officer of the funds. The listed officers are interested persons of the funds and are appointed or re-appointed on an annual basis. The mailing address for each of the officers listed below is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Offices with the Funds
Principal Occupation(s) During the Past Five Years
Patrick Bannigan
(1965)
President since 2019
Executive Vice President and Director, ACC (2012 to present); Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, ACC (2015 to present); Chief Operating Officer, ACC (2012-2015). Also serves as President, ACS; Vice President, ACIM; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and/or Director, ACIM, ACS and other ACC subsidiaries
R. Wes Campbell
(1974)
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018
Vice President, ACS (2020 to present); Investment Operations and Investment Accounting, ACS (2000 to present)
Amy D. Shelton
(1964)
Chief Compliance Officer and Vice President since 2014
Chief Compliance Officer, American Century funds, (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIM (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIS (2009 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIS
Charles A. Etherington
(1957)
General Counsel since 2007 and Senior Vice President since 2006
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present); Vice President, ACC (2005 to present); General Counsel, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as General Counsel, ACIM, ACS, ACIS and other ACC subsidiaries; and Senior Vice President, ACIM and ACS
C. Jean Wade
(1964)
Vice President since 2012
Senior Vice President, ACS (2017 to present); Vice President ACS (2000 to 2017)
Robert J. Leach
(1966)
Vice President since 2006
Vice President, ACS (2000 to present)
David H. Reinmiller
(1963)
Vice President since 2000
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIM and ACS
Ward D. Stauffer
(1960)
Secretary since 2005
Attorney, ACC (2003 to present)







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Liquidity Risk Management Program


The Fund has adopted a liquidity risk management program (the “program”). The Fund’s Board of Trustees (the "Board") has designated American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) as the administrator of the program. Personnel of ACIM or its affiliates conduct the day-to-day operation of the program pursuant to policies and procedures administered by those members of the ACIM’s Investment Oversight Committee who are members of the ACIM’s Investment Management and Global Analytics departments.

Under the program, ACIM manages the Fund’s liquidity risk, which is the risk that the Fund could not meet shareholder redemption requests without significant dilution of remaining shareholders’ interests in the Fund. This risk is managed by monitoring the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments, limiting the amount of the Fund’s illiquid investments, and utilizing various risk management tools and facilities available to the Fund for meeting shareholder redemptions, among other means. ACIM’s process of determining the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party liquidity assessment vendors.

The Board reviewed a report prepared by ACIM regarding the operation and effectiveness of the program for the period December 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. No significant liquidity events impacting the Fund were noted in the report. In addition, ACIM provided its assessment that the program had been effective in managing the Fund’s liquidity risk.


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Additional Information

Retirement Account Information

As required by law, distributions you receive from certain retirement accounts are subject to federal income tax withholding, unless you elect not to have withholding apply*. Tax will be withheld on the total amount withdrawn even though you may be receiving amounts that are not subject to withholding, such as nondeductible contributions. In such case, excess amounts of withholding could occur. You may adjust your withholding election so that a greater or lesser amount will be withheld.

If you don’t want us to withhold on this amount, you must notify us to not withhold the federal income tax. You may notify us in writing or in certain situations by telephone or through other electronic means. For systematic withdrawals, your withholding election will remain in effect until revoked or changed by filing a new election. You have the right to revoke your election at any time and change your withholding percentage for future distributions.

Remember, even if you elect not to have income tax withheld, you are liable for paying income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal. If you elect not to have income tax withheld or you don’t have enough income tax withheld, you may be responsible for payment of estimated tax. You may incur penalties under the estimated tax rules if your withholding and estimated tax payments are not sufficient. You can reduce or defer the income tax on a distribution by directly or indirectly rolling such distribution over to another IRA or eligible plan. You should consult your tax advisor for additional information.

State tax will be withheld if, at the time of your distribution, your address is within one of the mandatory withholding states and you have federal income tax withheld (or as otherwise required by state law). State taxes will be withheld from your distribution in accordance with the respective state rules.

*Some 403(b), 457 and qualified retirement plan distributions may be subject to 20% mandatory withholding, as they are subject to special tax and withholding rules.  Your plan administrator or plan sponsor is required to provide you with a special tax notice explaining those rules at the time you request a distribution.  If applicable, federal and/or state taxes may be withheld from your distribution amount.


Proxy Voting Policies

Descriptions of the principles and policies that the fund's investment advisor uses in exercising the voting rights associated with the securities purchased and/or held by the fund are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021 or visiting American Century Investments’ website at americancentury.com/proxy. A description of the policies is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. Information regarding how the investment advisor voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available on americancentury.com/proxy. It is also available at sec.gov.


Quarterly Portfolio Disclosure

The fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for the first and third quarters of each fiscal year as an exhibit to its reports on Form N-PORT. The fund’s Form N-PORT reports are available on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. The fund also makes its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the most recent quarter of its fiscal year available on its website at americancentury.com and, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.

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Annual Report
 
 
 
March 31, 2020
 
 
 
U.S. Government Money Market Fund
 
Investor Class (TCRXX)
 
A Class (AGQXX)
 
C Class (AGHXX)
 
G Class (AGGXX)









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Table of Contents
President's Letter
Performance
Fund Characteristics
Shareholder Fee Example
Schedule of Investments
Statement of Assets and Liabilities
Statement of Operations
Statement of Changes in Net Assets.
Notes to Financial Statements
Financial Highlights
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Management
Liquidity Risk Management Program
Additional Information


























Any opinions expressed in this report reflect those of the author as of the date of the report, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of American Century Investments® or any other person in the American Century Investments organization. Any such opinions are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and American Century Investments disclaims any responsibility to update such opinions. These opinions may not be relied upon as investment advice and, because investment decisions made by American Century Investments funds are based on numerous factors, may not be relied upon as an indication of trading intent on behalf of any American Century Investments fund. Security examples are used for representational purposes only and are not intended as recommendations to purchase or sell securities. Performance information for comparative indices and securities is provided to American Century Investments by third party vendors. To the best of American Century Investments’ knowledge, such information is accurate at the time of printing.



President’s Letter

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Dear Investor:

Thank you for reviewing this annual report for the period ended March 31, 2020. Annual reports help convey important information about fund returns, including market factors that affected performance during the reporting period. For additional insights, please visit americancentury.com.

Virus Outbreak Abruptly Altered Economic, Market Backdrops

Through most of the period, market sentiment was upbeat, partly due to accommodative Federal Reserve (Fed) policy and modest inflation. Improving economic and corporate earnings data and a phase 1 U.S.-China trade deal also helped boost growth outlooks. Against this backdrop, key U.S. stock benchmarks rose to record highs by mid-February, and U.S. bonds continued to advance.

However, beginning in late February, unprecedented social and economic turmoil emerged and reversed the positive trajectory. The COVID-19 epidemic originating in China rapidly spread throughout the world, forcing stay-at-home orders and industry-wide shutdowns. U.S. stocks, corporate bonds and other riskier assets sold off sharply, while U.S. Treasuries rallied in the global flight to quality. The Fed stepped in quickly and aggressively, slashing interest rates to near 0% and enacting massive lending and asset-purchase programs to stabilize the financial system.

The swift and severe sell-off erased the strong stock market gains realized earlier in the period and left key benchmarks with losses for the 12 months. Reflecting their defensive characteristics, high-quality U.S. bonds withstood the turmoil and delivered solid returns for the 12-month period.

Promoting Health and Safety Remains Our Focus

While the market impact of COVID-19 has been severe, reducing the human toll is most important. We are monitoring the situation closely and following guidelines and protocols from all relevant authorities. Our firm has activated a comprehensive Pandemic Response Plan, which includes social distancing and work-from-home mandates, travel restrictions and escalated cleaning regimens at all our facilities. We’ve also launched a Business Continuity Plan to maintain regular business operations and ensure delivery of outstanding service.

We appreciate your confidence in us during these extraordinary times. We have a long history of helping clients weather volatile markets, and we are confident we will meet today’s challenges. In the meantime, the health and safety of you, your family and our employees remain a top priority.

Sincerely,
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Jonathan Thomas
President and Chief Executive Officer
American Century Investments

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Performance
Total Returns as of March 31, 2020
 
 
 
Average Annual Returns
 
 
Ticker Symbol
1 year
5 years
10 years
Since Inception
Inception Date
Investor Class
TCRXX
1.56%
0.79%
0.40%
4/1/93
A Class
AGQXX
1.31%
0.76%
12/1/15
C Class
AGHXX
0.81%
0.48%
12/1/15
G Class
AGGXX
2.02%
1.85%
7/28/17
Average annual returns since inception are presented when ten years of performance history is not available.
Fund returns would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.

Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses
 
Investor Class
A Class
C Class
G Class
0.46%
0.71%
1.21%
0.46%
The total annual fund operating expenses shown is as stated in the fund’s prospectus current as of the date of this report. The prospectus may vary from the expense ratio shown elsewhere in this report because it is based on a different time period, includes acquired fund fees and expenses, and, if applicable, does not include fee waivers or expense reimbursements.












Data presented reflect past performance. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Current performance may be higher or lower than the performance shown. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized. To obtain performance data current to the most recent month end, please call 1-800-345-2021 or visit americancentury.com. For additional information about the fund, please consult the prospectus.
 
You could lose money by investing in the fund. Although the fund seeks to preserve the value of your investment at $1.00 per share, it cannot guarantee it will do so. An investment in the fund is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other government agency. The fund’s sponsor has no legal obligation to provide financial support to the fund, and you should not expect that the sponsor will provide financial support to the fund at any time.

The 7-day current yield more closely reflects the current earnings of the fund than the total return.

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Fund Characteristics
MARCH 31, 2020
 
 
 
 
7-Day Current Yields
Investor Class
A Class
C Class
G Class
After waiver
0.70%
0.46%
0.02%(1)
1.16%(1)
Before waiver
0.70%
0.46%
-0.04%
0.71%
7-Day Effective Yields
Investor Class
A Class
C Class
G Class
After waiver
0.71%
0.46%
0.02%(1)
1.16%(1)
(1) Yields would have been lower if a portion of the fees had not been waived.
Portfolio at a Glance
 
Weighted Average Maturity
18 days
Weighted Average Life
93 days
 
 
Portfolio Composition by Maturity
% of fund investments
1-30 days
85%
31-90 days
11%
91-180 days
4%
More than 180 days



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Shareholder Fee Example

Fund shareholders may incur two types of costs: (1) transaction costs, including sales charges (loads) on purchase payments and redemption/exchange fees; and (2) ongoing costs, including management fees; distribution and service (12b-1) fees; and other fund expenses. This example is intended to help you understand your ongoing costs (in dollars) of investing in your fund and to compare these costs with the ongoing cost of investing in other mutual funds.

The example is based on an investment of $1,000 made at the beginning of the period and held for the entire period from October 1, 2019 to March 31, 2020.

Actual Expenses

The table provides information about actual account values and actual expenses for each class. You may use the information, together with the amount you invested, to estimate the expenses that you paid over the period. First, identify the share class you own. Then simply divide your account value by $1,000 (for example, an $8,600 account value divided by $1,000 = 8.6), then multiply the result by the number under the heading “Expenses Paid During Period” to estimate the expenses you paid on your account during this period.

If you hold Investor Class shares of any American Century Investments fund, or I Class shares of the American Century Diversified Bond Fund, in an American Century Investments account (i.e., not through a financial intermediary or employer-sponsored retirement plan account), American Century Investments may charge you a $25.00 annual account maintenance fee if the value of those shares is less than $10,000. We will redeem shares automatically in one of your accounts to pay the $25.00 fee. In determining your total eligible investment amount, we will include your investments in all personal accounts (including American Century Investments brokerage accounts) registered under your Social Security number. Personal accounts include individual accounts, joint accounts, UGMA/UTMA accounts, personal trusts, Coverdell Education Savings Accounts and IRAs (including traditional, Roth, Rollover, SEP-, SARSEP- and SIMPLE-IRAs), and certain other retirement accounts. If you have only business, business retirement, employer sponsored or American Century Investments brokerage accounts, you are currently not subject to this fee. If you are subject to the account maintenance fee, your account value could be reduced by the fee amount.

Hypothetical Example for Comparison Purposes

The table also provides information about hypothetical account values and hypothetical expenses based on the actual expense ratio of each class of your fund and an assumed rate of return of 5% per year before expenses, which is not the actual return of a fund’s share class. The hypothetical account values and expenses may not be used to estimate the actual ending account balance or expenses you paid for the period. You may use this information to compare the ongoing costs of investing in your fund and other funds. To do so, compare this 5% hypothetical example with the 5% hypothetical examples that appear in the shareholder reports of the other funds.

Please note that the expenses shown in the table are meant to highlight your ongoing costs only and do not reflect any transactional costs, such as sales charges (loads) or redemption/exchange fees. Therefore, the table is useful in comparing ongoing costs only, and will not help you determine the relative total costs of owning different funds. In addition, if these transactional costs were included, your costs would have been higher.

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Beginning
Account Value
10/1/19
Ending
Account Value
3/31/20
Expenses Paid
During Period
(1) 
10/1/19 - 3/31/20
 
Annualized
Expense Ratio
(1)
Actual
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,006.00
$2.31
0.46%
A Class
$1,000
$1,004.80
$3.56
0.71%
C Class
$1,000
$1,002.30
$6.01
1.20%
G Class
$1,000
$1,008.30
$0.05
0.01%
Hypothetical
 
 
 
 
Investor Class
$1,000
$1,022.70
$2.33
0.46%
A Class
$1,000
$1,021.45
$3.59
0.71%
C Class
$1,000
$1,019.00
$6.06
1.20%
G Class
$1,000
$1,024.95
$0.05
0.01%
(1)
Expenses are equal to the class's annualized expense ratio listed in the table above, multiplied by the average account value over the period, multiplied by 183, the number of days in the most recent fiscal half-year, divided by 366, to reflect the one-half year period. Annualized expense ratio reflects actual expenses, including any applicable fee waivers or expense reimbursements and excluding any acquired fund fees and expenses.

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Schedule of Investments

MARCH 31, 2020
 
Principal Amount
Value
U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY SECURITIES(1) — 72.1%
 
 
Adjustable-Rate U.S. Government Agency Securities — 61.3%
 
 
Federal Farm Credit Banks Funding Corp., VRN, 1.04%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.10%), 12/30/20
$
35,000,000

$
34,997,389

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.07%, (SOFR plus 0.06%), 5/6/20
20,000,000

20,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.05%, (SOFR plus 0.04%), 5/8/20
70,000,000

70,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 1.06%, (1-month LIBOR plus 0.05%), 5/8/20
35,000,000

35,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.09%, (SOFR plus 0.08%), 5/11/20
65,000,000

65,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.03%, (SOFR plus 0.02%), 5/14/20
11,000,000

11,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.03%, (SOFR plus 0.02%), 6/5/20
42,000,000

42,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.91%, (1-month LIBOR less 0.08%), 6/12/20
60,000,000

60,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.66%, (1-month LIBOR less 0.09%), 6/19/20
30,000,000

30,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.92%, (1-month LIBOR less 0.09%), 7/8/20
45,000,000

45,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.11%, (SOFR plus 0.10%), 7/17/20
10,000,000

10,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.11%, (SOFR plus 0.10%), 7/29/20
20,000,000

19,999,995

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.04%, (SOFR plus 0.03%), 8/5/20
37,000,000

37,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.71%, (1-month LIBOR less 0.07%), 8/20/20
80,000,000

80,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.03%, (SOFR plus 0.02%), 8/28/20
13,000,000

13,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.64%, (1-month LIBOR less 0.07%), 9/16/20
65,000,000

65,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 1.60%, (3-month LIBOR less 0.18%), 10/29/20
65,000,000

65,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.67%, (1-month LIBOR less 0.04%), 11/16/20
30,000,000

30,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.10%, (SOFR plus 0.09%), 12/4/20
50,000,000

50,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.05%, (SOFR plus 0.04%), 2/25/21
4,500,000

4,500,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.09%, (SOFR plus 0.08%), 3/4/21
17,000,000

17,000,000

Federal Home Loan Bank, VRN, 0.09%, (SOFR plus 0.08%), 7/8/21
15,000,000

15,000,000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., MTN, VRN, 0.02%, (SOFR plus 0.01%), 5/13/20
5,000,000

5,000,000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., MTN, VRN, 0.04%, (SOFR plus 0.03%), 6/2/20
20,000,000

20,000,000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., MTN, VRN, 0.03%, (SOFR plus 0.02%), 7/10/20
65,000,000

65,000,000

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., MTN, VRN, 0.02%, (SOFR plus 0.01%), 7/22/20
60,000,000

60,000,000

Federal National Mortgage Association, VRN, 0.05%, (SOFR plus 0.04%), 6/5/20
25,000,000

25,000,000

 
 
994,497,384


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Principal Amount
Value
Fixed-Rate U.S. Government Agency Securities — 10.8%
 
 
Federal Home Loan Bank, 1.58%, 4/3/20
$
12,200,000

$
12,198,946

Federal Home Loan Bank, 1.59%, 4/3/20
1,800,000

1,799,844

Federal Home Loan Bank, 1.60%, 4/3/20
13,100,000

13,098,857

Federal Home Loan Bank, 1.57%, 4/8/20
13,600,000

13,595,928

Federal Home Loan Bank, 1.59%, 4/8/20
31,727,000

31,717,405

Federal Home Loan Bank, 1.58%, 4/13/20
1,100,000

1,099,432

Federal Home Loan Bank, 1.59%, 4/13/20
500,000

499,741

Federal Home Loan Bank, 1.60%, 4/13/20
41,000,000

40,978,543

Federal Home Loan Bank, 1.60%, 4/17/20
40,000,000

39,972,053

Federal Home Loan Bank, 1.58%, 4/22/20
3,200,000

3,197,106

Federal Home Loan Bank, 1.60%, 5/6/20
10,000,000

9,984,736

Federal Home Loan Bank, 0.60%, 5/28/20
5,000,000

4,995,329

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp., 1.58%, 4/9/20
2,425,000

2,424,162

 
 
175,562,082

TOTAL U.S. GOVERNMENT AGENCY SECURITIES
 
1,170,059,466

U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES(1)  — 15.3%
 
 
U.S. Treasury Bills, 1.59%, 4/14/20
6,650,000

6,646,261

U.S. Treasury Bills, 0.01%, 6/11/20
145,000,000

144,997,140

U.S. Treasury Bills, 0.01%, 6/18/20
18,000,000

17,999,805

U.S. Treasury Bills, 0.00%, 7/2/20
70,000,000

69,984,960

U.S. Treasury Notes, VRN, 0.20%, (3-month USBMMY plus 0.12%), 1/31/21
8,000,000

7,997,735

TOTAL U.S. TREASURY SECURITIES
 
247,625,901

CORPORATE BONDS — 9.4%
 
 
Anton Mountain View LLC, VRDN, 4.92%, 4/29/20 (LOC: FHLB)
26,855,000

26,855,000

Doghouse Properties LLC, VRDN, 4.60%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
1,170,000

1,170,000

EPR GO Zone Holdings LLC, VRDN, 6.04%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
24,995,000

24,995,000

Fairfield North Texas Associates LP, VRDN, 4.92%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
9,550,000

9,550,000

Northcreek Church, VRDN, 6.00%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
3,000,000

3,000,000

Saddleback Valley Community Church, VRDN, 4.71%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
6,775,000

6,775,000

Santa Monica Ocean Park Partners LP, VRDN, 4.92%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
9,370,000

9,370,000

Sendero LLC, VRDN, 4.92%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
39,000,000

39,000,000

Sendero LLC, VRDN, 4.92%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
23,900,000

23,900,000

Varenna Care Center LP, VRDN, 4.92%, 4/6/20 (LOC: FHLB)
8,765,000

8,765,000

TOTAL CORPORATE BONDS
 
153,380,000

MUNICIPAL SECURITIES — 4.8%
 
 
California Municipal Finance Authority Rev., VRDN, 2.75%, 4/7/20 (LOC: FHLB)
3,250,000

3,250,000

California Statewide Communities Development Authority Rev., (Uptown Newport Building Owner LP), VRDN, 5.17%, 4/7/20 (LOC: East West Bank, Zions Bank and FHLB)
8,415,000

8,415,000

California Statewide Communities Development Authority Rev., (Vista del Monte Housing LP), VRDN, 2.75%, 4/7/20 (LOC: FNMA)(LIQ FAC: FNMA)
4,700,000

4,700,000

Daly City Housing Development Finance Agency Rev., (Serramonte Ridge LLC), VRDN, 4.90%, 4/7/20 (LOC: FNMA)
15,675,000

15,675,000


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Principal Amount
Value
Harris County Housing Finance Corp. Rev., (Louetta Village Apartments LP), VRDN, 2.75%, 4/7/20 (LOC: FNMA)(LIQ FAC: FNMA)
$
5,580,000

$
5,580,000

Hillsborough County Housing Finance Authority Rev., (RPK Associates Ltd.), VRDN, 4.55%, 4/7/20 (LOC: FNMA)(LIQ FAC: FNMA)
7,850,000

7,850,000

Louisiana Public Facilities Authority Rev., (Kingston Village Ltd.), VRDN, 5.20%, 4/7/20 (LOC: FNMA)(LIQ FAC: FNMA)
8,900,000

8,900,000

Mississippi Business Finance Corp. Rev., (Brown Bottling Group, Inc.), VRDN, 5.50%, 4/7/20 (LOC: Trustmark National Bank and FHLB)
670,000

670,000

New York City Housing Development Corp. Rev., (2 Gold LLC), VRDN, 4.25%, 4/7/20 (LOC: FNMA)(LIQ FAC: FNMA)
810,000

810,000

New York City Housing Development Corp. Rev., (55th Clinton Associates LLC), VRDN, 3.00%, 4/7/20 (LOC: FNMA)
6,000,000

6,000,000

New York City Housing Development Corp. Rev., (89 Murray Street Associates LLC), VRDN, 3.00%, 4/7/20 (LOC: FNMA)
5,025,000

5,025,000

Platte County Industrial Development Authority Rev., VRDN, 6.00%, 4/7/20 (LOC: FHLMC)(LIQ FAC: FHLMC)
(Acquired 3/24/20, Cost $4,675,000)(2)
4,675,000

4,675,000

St. Tammany Parish Economic & Industrial Development District Rev., (Diversified Foods and Seasonings LLC), VRDN, 6.79%, 4/7/20 (LOC: Fidelity Homestead Assistance and FHLB)
960,000

960,000

Texas Department of Housing & Community Affairs Rev., (Idlewilde Apartments LP), VRDN, 2.75%, 4/7/20 (LOC: FNMA)(LIQ FAC: FNMA)
1,000,000

1,000,000

Washington State Housing Finance Commission Rev., (Redmond Ridge Apartments LLC), VRDN, 3.25%, 4/7/20 (LOC: FHLB and East West Bank)
3,700,000

3,700,000

TOTAL MUNICIPAL SECURITIES
 
77,210,000

TOTAL INVESTMENT SECURITIES — 101.6%
 
1,648,275,367

OTHER ASSETS AND LIABILITIES — (1.6)%
 
(26,114,074
)
TOTAL NET ASSETS — 100.0%
 
$
1,622,161,293


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NOTES TO SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
FHLB
-
Federal Home Loan Bank
FHLMC
-
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
FNMA
-
Federal National Mortgage Association
LIBOR
-
London Interbank Offered Rate
LIQ FAC
-
Liquidity Facilities
LOC
-
Letter of Credit
MTN
-
Medium Term Note
SOFR
-
Secured Overnight Financing Rate
USBMMY
-
U.S. Treasury Bill Money Market Yield
VRDN
-
Variable Rate Demand Note. The instrument may be payable upon demand and adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security's offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The date of the demand feature is disclosed.
VRN
-
Variable Rate Note. The rate adjusts periodically based upon the terms set forth in the security’s offering documents. The rate shown is effective at the period end and the reference rate and spread, if any, is indicated. The security's effective maturity date may be shorter than the final maturity date shown.
(1)
The rate indicated is the yield to maturity at purchase for non-interest bearing securities. For interest bearing securities, the stated coupon rate is shown.
(2)
Restricted security that may not be offered for public sale without being registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission and/or may be subject to resale, redemption or transferability restrictions. The aggregate value of these securities at the period end was $4,675,000, which represented 0.3% of total net assets.


See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Assets and Liabilities
MARCH 31, 2020
 
Assets
 
Investment securities, at value (amortized cost and cost for federal income tax purposes)
$
1,648,275,367

Cash
43,705,410

Receivable for investments sold
310,000

Receivable for capital shares sold
2,766,903

Interest receivable
1,828,625

 
1,696,886,305

 
 
Liabilities
 
Payable for investments purchased
71,984,960

Payable for capital shares redeemed
2,377,235

Accrued management fees
344,403

Distribution and service fees payable
16,003

Dividends payable
2,411

 
74,725,012

 
 
Net Assets
$
1,622,161,293

 
 
Net Assets Consist of:
 
Capital paid in
$
1,622,202,088

Distributable earnings
(40,795
)
 
$
1,622,161,293


 
Net Assets
Shares Outstanding
Net Asset Value Per Share
Investor Class

$845,564,363

845,723,997


$1.00

A Class

$82,410,130

82,408,701


$1.00

C Class

$395,544

395,541


$1.00

G Class

$693,791,256

693,804,009


$1.00



See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Operations
YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2020
Investment Income (Loss)
 
Income:
 
Interest
$
36,833,329

 
 
Expenses:
 
Management fees
8,235,502

Distribution and service fees:
 
A Class
164,678

C Class
756

Trustees' fees and expenses
135,860

Other expenses
1,906

 
8,538,702

Fees waived
(3,792,233
)
 
4,746,469

 
 
Net investment income (loss)
32,086,860

 
 
Net realized gain (loss) on investment transactions
20,313

 
 
Net Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets Resulting from Operations
$
32,107,173



See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Statement of Changes in Net Assets
YEARS ENDED MARCH 31, 2020 AND MARCH 31, 2019
Increase (Decrease) in Net Assets
March 31, 2020
March 31, 2019
Operations
 
 
Net investment income (loss)
$
32,086,860

$
35,341,625

Net realized gain (loss)
20,313

6,713

Net increase (decrease) in net assets resulting from operations
32,107,173

35,348,338

 
 
 
Distributions to Shareholders
 
 
From earnings:
 
 
Investor Class
(14,309,368
)
(15,302,067
)
A Class
(848,873
)
(1,007,024
)
C Class
(687
)
(698
)
G Class
(16,927,932
)
(19,031,836
)
Decrease in net assets from distributions
(32,086,860
)
(35,341,625
)
 
 
 
Capital Share Transactions
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets from capital share transactions (Note 4)
(161,149,224
)
(95,609,086
)
 
 
 
Net increase (decrease) in net assets
(161,128,911
)
(95,602,373
)
 
 
 
Net Assets
 
 
Beginning of period
1,783,290,204

1,878,892,577

End of period
$
1,622,161,293

$
1,783,290,204



See Notes to Financial Statements.

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Notes to Financial Statements 

MARCH 31, 2020

1. Organization

American Century Investment Trust (the trust) is registered under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the 1940 Act), as an open-end management investment company and is organized as a Massachusetts business trust. U.S. Government Money Market Fund (the fund) is one fund in a series issued by the trust. The fund’s investment objective is to seek current income while maintaining liquidity and preserving capital.

The fund offers the Investor Class, A Class, C Class and G Class. The A Class and C Class may be subject to a contingent deferred sales charge.
 
2. Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of significant accounting policies consistently followed by the fund in preparation of its financial statements. The fund is an investment company and follows accounting and reporting guidance in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. This may require management to make certain estimates and assumptions at the date of the financial statements. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Management evaluated the impact of events or transactions occurring through the date the financial statements were issued that would merit recognition or disclosure.

Investment Valuations — The fund determines the fair value of its investments and computes its net asset value per share at the close of regular trading (usually 4 p.m. Eastern time) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on each day the NYSE is open. Investments are generally valued at amortized cost, which approximates fair value. If the fund determines that the amortized cost does not reflect an investment’s fair value, such investment is valued as determined in good faith by the Board of Trustees or its delegate, in accordance with policies and procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees.

Security Transactions — Security transactions are accounted for as of the trade date. Net realized gains and losses are determined on the identified cost basis, which is also used for federal income tax purposes.
 
Investment Income — Interest income is recorded on the accrual basis and includes accretion of discounts and amortization of premiums.
 
Treasury Roll Transactions — The fund purchases a security and at the same time makes a commitment to sell the same security at a future settlement date at a specified price. These types of transactions are known as treasury roll transactions. The difference between the purchase price and the sale price represents interest income reflective of an agreed upon rate between the fund and the counterparty.
 
Income Tax Status — It is the fund’s policy to distribute substantially all net investment income and net realized gains to shareholders and to otherwise qualify as a regulated investment company under provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. Accordingly, no provision has been made for income taxes. The fund files U.S. federal, state, local and non-U.S. tax returns as applicable. The fund's tax returns are subject to examination by the relevant taxing authority until expiration of the applicable statute of limitations, which is generally three years from the date of filing but can be longer in certain jurisdictions. At this time, management believes there are no uncertain tax positions which, based on their technical merit, would not be sustained upon examination and for which it is reasonably possible that the total amounts of unrecognized tax benefits will significantly change in the next twelve months.
 
Multiple Class — All shares of the fund represent an equal pro rata interest in the net assets of the class to which such shares belong, and have identical voting, dividend, liquidation and other rights and the same terms and conditions, except for class specific expenses and exclusive rights to vote on matters affecting only individual classes. Income, non-class specific expenses, and realized and unrealized capital gains and losses of the fund are allocated to each class of shares based on their relative net assets.
 
Distributions to Shareholders — Distributions from net investment income, if any, are declared daily and paid monthly. The fund may make capital gains distributions to comply with the distribution requirements of the Internal Revenue Code.

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Indemnifications — Under the trust’s organizational documents, its officers and trustees are indemnified against certain liabilities arising out of the performance of their duties to the fund. In addition, in the normal course of business, the fund enters into contracts that provide general indemnifications. The maximum exposure under these arrangements is unknown as this would involve future claims that may be made against a fund. The risk of material loss from such claims is considered by management to be remote.
 
3. Fees and Transactions with Related Parties

Certain officers and trustees of the trust are also officers and/or directors of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC). The trust's investment advisor, American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM), the trust's distributor, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS), and the trust's transfer agent, American Century Services, LLC, are wholly owned, directly or indirectly, by ACC. Various funds issued by American Century Asset Allocation Portfolios, Inc. own, in aggregate, 52% of the shares of the fund. ACIM owns 14% of the shares of the fund. Related parties do not invest in the fund for the purpose of exercising management or control.
 
Management Fees — The trust has entered into a management agreement with ACIM, under which ACIM provides the fund with investment advisory and management services in exchange for a single, unified management fee (the fee) per class. The agreement provides that all expenses of managing and operating the fund, except distribution and service fees, brokerage expenses, taxes, interest, fees and expenses of the independent trustees (including legal counsel fees), and extraordinary expenses, will be paid by ACIM. The fee is computed and accrued daily based on each class's daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fee consists of (1) an Investment Category Fee based on the daily net assets of the fund and certain other accounts managed by the investment advisor that are in the same broad investment category as the fund and (2) a Complex Fee based on the assets of all the funds in the American Century Investments family of funds. The investment advisor agreed to waive the G Class’s management fee in its entirety. The investment advisor expects this waiver to remain in effect permanently and cannot terminate it without the approval of the Board of Trustees. The total amount of the waiver for the period ended March 31, 2020 was $3,792,225 for the G Class.

The Investment Category Fee range, the Complex Fee range and the effective annual management fee for each class for the period ended March 31, 2020 are as follows:
 
Investment Category Fee Range
Complex Fee Range
Effective Annual Management Fee
Investor Class
0.1170%
to 0.2300%
0.2500%
to 0.3100%
0.45%
A Class
0.45%
C Class
0.45%
G Class
0.00%(1)

(1)
Effective annual management fee before waiver was 0.45%.

Distribution and Service Fees — The Board of Trustees has adopted a separate Master Distribution and Individual Shareholder Services Plan for each of the A Class and C Class (collectively the plans), pursuant to Rule 12b-1 of the 1940 Act. The plans provide that the A Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.25%. The plans provide that the C Class will pay ACIS an annual distribution and service fee of 0.75%, of which 0.25% is paid for individual shareholder services and 0.50% is paid for distribution services. The fees are computed and accrued daily based on each class’s daily net assets and paid monthly in arrears. The fees are used to pay financial intermediaries for distribution and individual shareholder services. Fees incurred under the plans during the period ended March 31, 2020 are detailed in the Statement of Operations.

In order to maintain a positive yield, all or a portion of the distribution and/or service fee may voluntarily be waived on a daily basis. The fee waiver may be revised or terminated at any time without notice. The total amount of the waiver for the period ended March 31, 2020 was $8 and the effective annual distribution and service fee after waiver was 0.74% for the C Class.

Trustees’ Fees and Expenses — The Board of Trustees is responsible for overseeing the investment advisor’s management and operations of the fund. The trustees receive detailed information about the fund and its investment advisor regularly throughout the year, and meet at least quarterly with management of the investment advisor to review reports about fund operations. The fund’s officers do not receive compensation from the fund.

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4. Capital Share Transactions

Transactions in shares of the fund were as follows (unlimited number of shares authorized):
 
Year ended
March 31, 2020
Year ended
March 31, 2019
 
Shares
Amount
Shares
Amount
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
815,541,146

$
815,541,146

610,098,718

$
610,098,718

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
14,224,509

14,224,509

15,209,824

15,209,824

Redeemed
(835,545,757
)
(835,545,757
)
(600,775,338
)
(600,775,338
)
 
(5,780,102
)
(5,780,102
)
24,533,204

24,533,204

A Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
50,869,593

50,869,593

38,826,325

38,826,325

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
848,873

848,873

1,005,244

1,005,244

Redeemed
(36,824,965
)
(36,824,965
)
(52,835,390
)
(52,835,390
)
 
14,893,501

14,893,501

(13,003,821
)
(13,003,821
)
C Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
394,476

394,476

199,366

199,366

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
542

542

280

280

Redeemed
(76,084
)
(76,084
)
(151,767
)
(151,767
)
 
318,934

318,934

47,879

47,879

G Class
 
 
 
 
Sold
54,270,654

54,270,654

60,813,798

60,813,798

Issued in reinvestment of distributions
16,927,622

16,927,622

18,991,237

18,991,237

Redeemed
(241,779,833
)
(241,779,833
)
(186,991,383
)
(186,991,383
)
 
(170,581,557
)
(170,581,557
)
(107,186,348
)
(107,186,348
)
Net increase (decrease)
(161,149,224
)
$
(161,149,224
)
(95,609,086
)
$
(95,609,086
)

5. Fair Value Measurements

The fund’s investments valuation process is based on several considerations and may use multiple inputs to determine the fair value of the investments held by the fund. In conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, the inputs used to determine a valuation are classified into three broad levels.

Level 1 valuation inputs consist of unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical investments.

Level 2 valuation inputs consist of direct or indirect observable market data (including quoted prices for comparable investments, evaluations of subsequent market events, interest rates, prepayment speeds, credit risk, etc.). These inputs also consist of quoted prices for identical investments initially expressed in local currencies that are adjusted through translation into U.S. dollars.

Level 3 valuation inputs consist of unobservable data (including a fund’s own assumptions).

The level classification is based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair valuation measurement. The valuation inputs are not necessarily an indication of the risks associated with investing in these securities or other financial instruments.
 
As of period end, the fund’s investment securities were classified as Level 2. The Schedule of Investments provides additional information on the fund’s portfolio holdings.






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6. Risk Factors

The fund may invest in instruments that have variable or floating coupon rates based on the London Interbank Offered Rate (LIBOR). LIBOR is a benchmark interest rate intended to be representative of the rate at which certain major international banks lend to one another over short-terms. LIBOR will be phased out by the end of 2021. Uncertainty remains regarding a replacement rate or rates for LIBOR. The transition process may lead to increased volatility or illiquidity in markets for instruments that rely on LIBOR. This could result in a change to the value of such instruments.

7. Federal Tax Information

The tax character of distributions paid during the years ended March 31, 2020 and March 31, 2019 were as follows:
 
2020
2019
Distributions Paid From
 
 
Ordinary income
$
32,086,860

$
35,341,625

Long-term capital gains



The book-basis character of distributions made during the year from net investment income or net realized gains may differ from their ultimate characterization for federal income tax purposes. These differences reflect the differing character of certain income items and net realized gains and losses for financial statement and tax purposes, and may result in reclassification among certain capital accounts on the financial statements.

As of March 31, 2020, the fund had accumulated short-term capital losses of $(38,756) and accumulated long-term capital losses of $(2,039), which represent net capital loss carryovers that may be used to offset future realized capital gains for federal income tax purposes. The capital loss carryovers may be carried forward for an unlimited period. Future capital loss carryover utilization in any given year may be subject to Internal Revenue Code limitations.

8. Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In March 2017, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2017-08, “Receivables - Nonrefundable Fees and Other Costs (Subtopic 310-20), Premium Amortization on Purchased Callable Debt Securities” (ASU 2017-08). ASU 2017-08 amends the amortization period for certain purchased callable debt securities held at a premium, shortening such period to the earliest call date. The amendments are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2018. The adoption of ASU 2017-08 did not materially impact the financial statements.

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Financial Highlights
For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From Investment Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(1)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net Investment Income (Loss) (before expense waiver)
Net
Assets,
End of
Period (in thousands)
Investor Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$1.00
0.02
(2)
0.02
(0.02)
$1.00
1.56%
0.46%
0.46%
1.56%
1.56%

$845,564

2019
$1.00
0.02
(2)
0.02
(0.02)
$1.00
1.67%
0.46%
0.46%
1.65%
1.65%

$851,334

2018
$1.00
0.01
(2)
0.01
(0.01)
$1.00
0.64%
0.46%
0.46%
0.62%
0.62%

$826,798

2017
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.07%
0.44%
0.46%
0.07%
0.05%

$2,071,097

2016
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.01%
0.23%
0.46%
0.01%
(0.22)%

$1,574,173

A Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$1.00
0.01
(2)
0.01
(0.01)
$1.00
1.31%
0.71%
0.71%
1.31%
1.31%

$82,410

2019
$1.00
0.01
(2)
0.01
(0.01)
$1.00
1.41%
0.71%
0.71%
1.40%
1.40%

$67,516

2018
$1.00
0.01
(2)
0.01
(0.01)
$1.00
0.51%
0.57%
0.71%
0.51%
0.37%

$80,519

2017
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.07%
0.46%
0.71%
0.05%
(0.20)%

$93,967

2016(3)
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.01%
0.34%(4)
0.71%(4)
0.01%(4)
(0.35)%(4)

$52




For a Share Outstanding Throughout the Years Ended March 31 (except as noted)
Per-Share Data
 
Ratios and Supplemental Data
 
 
Income From Investment Operations:
 
 
 
Ratio to Average Net Assets of:
 
 
Net Asset
Value,
Beginning
of Period
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net
Realized
and
Unrealized
Gain (Loss)
Total From Investment Operations
Distributions From Net
Investment
Income
Net Asset
Value,
End
of Period
Total
Return
(1)
Operating
Expenses
Operating
Expenses
(before
expense
waiver)
Net
Investment
Income
(Loss)
Net Investment Income (Loss) (before expense waiver)
Net
Assets,
End of
Period (in thousands)
C Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$1.00
0.01
(2)
0.01
(0.01)
$1.00
0.81%
1.20%
1.21%
0.82%
0.81%

$396

2019
$1.00
0.01
(2)
0.01
(0.01)
$1.00
0.91%
1.21%
1.21%
0.90%
0.90%

$77

2018
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.29%
0.74%
1.21%
0.34%
(0.13)%

$29

2017
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.07%
0.44%
1.21%
0.07%
(0.70)%

$61

2016(3)
$1.00
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
$1.00
0.01%
0.32%(4)
1.21%(4)
0.01%(4)
(0.88)%(4)

$25

G Class
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
2020
$1.00
0.02
(2)
0.02
(0.02)
$1.00
2.02%
0.01%
0.46%
2.01%
1.56%

$693,791

2019
$1.00
0.02
(2)
0.02
(0.02)
$1.00
2.13%
0.01%
0.46%
2.10%
1.65%

$864,364

2018(5)
$1.00
0.01
(2)
0.01
(0.01)
$1.00
0.81%
0.01%(4)
0.46%(4)
1.20%(4)
0.75%(4)

$971,546

Notes to Financial Highlights
 
 
(1)
Total returns are calculated based on the net asset value of the last business day and do not reflect applicable sales charges, if any. Total returns for periods less than one year are not annualized.
(2)
Per-share amount was less than $0.005.
(3)
December 1, 2015 (commencement of sale) through March 31, 2016.
(4)
Annualized.
(5)
July 28, 2017 (commencement of sale) through March 31, 2018.


See Notes to Financial Statements.



Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Trustees of American Century Investment Trust and Shareholders of U.S. Government Money Market Fund

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying statement of assets and liabilities, including the schedule of investments, of U.S. Government Money Market Fund (one of the funds constituting American Century Investment Trust, referred to hereafter as the “Fund”) as of March 31, 2020, the related statement of operations for the year ended March 31, 2020, the statement of changes in net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020, including the related notes, and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Fund as of March 31, 2020, the results of its operations for the year then ended, the changes in its net assets for each of the two years in the period ended March 31, 2020 and the financial highlights for each of the periods indicated therein in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Fund’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Fund’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Fund in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits of these financial statements in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. Our procedures included confirmation of securities owned as of March 31, 2020 by correspondence with the custodian and brokers; when replies were not received from brokers, we performed other auditing procedures. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.



/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Kansas City, Missouri
May 18, 2020

We have served as the auditor of one or more investment companies in American Century Investments since 1997.


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Management

Board of Trustees

The individuals listed below serve as trustees of the funds. Each trustee will continue to serve in this capacity until death, retirement, resignation or removal from office. The board has adopted a mandatory retirement age for trustees who are not “interested persons,” as that term is defined in the Investment Company Act (independent trustees). Independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 75th birthday; provided, however, that on or after January 1, 2022, independent trustees shall retire on December 31 of the year in which they reach their 76th birthday.
Mr. Thomas is an “interested person” because he currently serves as President and Chief Executive Officer of American Century Companies, Inc. (ACC), the parent company of American Century Investment Management, Inc. (ACIM or the advisor). The other trustees (more than three-fourths of the total number) are independent. They are not employees, directors or officers of, and have no financial interest in, ACC or any of its wholly owned, direct or indirect, subsidiaries, including ACIM, American Century Investment Services, Inc. (ACIS) and American Century Services, LLC (ACS), and they do not have any other affiliations, positions or relationships that would cause them to be considered “interested persons” under the Investment Company Act. The trustees serve in this capacity for eight (in the case of Jonathan S. Thomas, 16; and Ronald J. Gilson, 9) registered investment companies in the American Century Investments family of funds.
The following table presents additional information about the trustees. The mailing address for each trustee other than Mr. Thomas is 1665 Charleston Road, Mountain View, California 94043. The mailing address for Mr. Thomas is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Tanya S. Beder
(1955)
Trustee
Since 2011
Chairman and CEO, SBCC Group Inc. (independent advisory services) (2006 to present)
40
CYS Investments, Inc.; Kirby Corporation; Nabors Industries Ltd.
Jeremy I. Bulow
(1954)
Trustee
Since 2011
Professor of Economics, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (1979 to present)
40
None
Anne Casscells
(1958)
Trustee
Since 2016
Co-Chief Executive Officer and Chief Investment Officer, Aetos Alternatives Management (investment advisory firm) (2001 to present); Lecturer in Accounting, Stanford University, Graduate School of Business (2009 to 2017)
40
None
Ronald J. Gilson
(1946)
Trustee and Chairman of the Board
Since 1995
(Chairman since 2005)
Charles J. Meyers Professor of Law and Business, Emeritus, Stanford Law School (1979 to 2016); Marc and Eva Stern Professor of Law and Business, Columbia University School of Law (1992 to present)
57
None

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Name
(Year of Birth)
Position(s) Held with Funds
Length of Time Served
Principal Occupation(s) During Past 5 Years
Number of American Century Portfolios Overseen by Trustee
Other Directorships Held During Past 5 Years
Independent Trustees


Frederick L. A. Grauer
(1946)
Trustee
Since 2008
Senior Advisor, Credit Sesame, Inc. (credit monitoring firm) (2018 to present); Senior Advisor, Course Hero (an educational technology company) (2015 to present)
40
None
Jonathan D. Levin
(1972)
Trustee
Since 2016
Philip H. Knight Professor and Dean, Graduate School of Business, Stanford University (2016 to present); Professor, Stanford University, (2000 to present)
40
None
Peter F. Pervere
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2007
Retired
40
None
John B. Shoven
(1947)
Trustee
Since 2002
Charles R. Schwab Professor of Economics, Stanford University (1973 to present, emeritus since 2019)
40
Cadence Design Systems; Exponent; Financial Engines
Interested Trustee


Jonathan S. Thomas
(1963)
Trustee
Since 2007
President and Chief Executive Officer, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as Chief Executive Officer, ACS; Executive Vice President, ACIM; Director, ACC, ACIM and other ACC subsidiaries
120
None
The Statement of Additional Information has additional information about the fund's trustees and is available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.


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Officers

The following table presents certain information about the executive officers of the funds. Each officer serves as an officer for 16 (in the case of Robert J. Leach, 15) investment companies in the American Century family of funds, unless otherwise noted. No officer is compensated for his or her service as an officer of the funds. The listed officers are interested persons of the funds and are appointed or re-appointed on an annual basis. The mailing address for each of the officers listed below is 4500 Main Street, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.
Name
(Year of Birth)
Offices with the Funds
Principal Occupation(s) During the Past Five Years
Patrick Bannigan
(1965)
President since 2019
Executive Vice President and Director, ACC (2012 to present); Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and Treasurer, ACC (2015 to present); Chief Operating Officer, ACC (2012-2015). Also serves as President, ACS; Vice President, ACIM; Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer and/or Director, ACIM, ACS and other ACC subsidiaries
R. Wes Campbell
(1974)
Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer since 2018
Vice President, ACS (2020 to present); Investment Operations and Investment Accounting, ACS (2000 to present)
Amy D. Shelton
(1964)
Chief Compliance Officer and Vice President since 2014
Chief Compliance Officer, American Century funds, (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIM (2014 to present); Chief Compliance Officer, ACIS (2009 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIS
Charles A. Etherington
(1957)
General Counsel since 2007 and Senior Vice President since 2006
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present); Vice President, ACC (2005 to present); General Counsel, ACC (2007 to present). Also serves as General Counsel, ACIM, ACS, ACIS and other ACC subsidiaries; and Senior Vice President, ACIM and ACS
C. Jean Wade
(1964)
Vice President since 2012
Senior Vice President, ACS (2017 to present); Vice President ACS (2000 to 2017)
Robert J. Leach
(1966)
Vice President since 2006
Vice President, ACS (2000 to present)
David H. Reinmiller
(1963)
Vice President since 2000
Attorney, ACC (1994 to present). Also serves as Vice President, ACIM and ACS
Ward D. Stauffer
(1960)
Secretary since 2005
Attorney, ACC (2003 to present)







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Liquidity Risk Management Program


The Fund has adopted a liquidity risk management program (the “program”). The Fund’s Board of Trustees (the "Board") has designated American Century Investment Management, Inc. (“ACIM”) as the administrator of the program. Personnel of ACIM or its affiliates conduct the day-to-day operation of the program pursuant to policies and procedures administered by those members of the ACIM’s Investment Oversight Committee who are members of the ACIM’s Investment Management and Global Analytics departments.

Under the program, ACIM manages the Fund’s liquidity risk, which is the risk that the Fund could not meet shareholder redemption requests without significant dilution of remaining shareholders’ interests in the Fund. This risk is managed by monitoring the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments, limiting the amount of the Fund’s illiquid investments, and utilizing various risk management tools and facilities available to the Fund for meeting shareholder redemptions, among other means. ACIM’s process of determining the degree of liquidity of the Fund’s investments is supported by one or more third-party liquidity assessment vendors.

The Board reviewed a report prepared by ACIM regarding the operation and effectiveness of the program for the period December 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019. No significant liquidity events impacting the Fund were noted in the report. In addition, ACIM provided its assessment that the program had been effective in managing the Fund’s liquidity risk.


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Additional Information

Retirement Account Information

As required by law, distributions you receive from certain retirement accounts are subject to federal income tax withholding, unless you elect not to have withholding apply*. Tax will be withheld on the total amount withdrawn even though you may be receiving amounts that are not subject to withholding, such as nondeductible contributions. In such case, excess amounts of withholding could occur. You may adjust your withholding election so that a greater or lesser amount will be withheld.

If you don’t want us to withhold on this amount, you must notify us to not withhold the federal income tax. You may notify us in writing or in certain situations by telephone or through other electronic means. For systematic withdrawals, your withholding election will remain in effect until revoked or changed by filing a new election. You have the right to revoke your election at any time and change your withholding percentage for future distributions.

Remember, even if you elect not to have income tax withheld, you are liable for paying income tax on the taxable portion of your withdrawal. If you elect not to have income tax withheld or you don’t have enough income tax withheld, you may be responsible for payment of estimated tax. You may incur penalties under the estimated tax rules if your withholding and estimated tax payments are not sufficient. You can reduce or defer the income tax on a distribution by directly or indirectly rolling such distribution over to another IRA or eligible plan. You should consult your tax advisor for additional information.

State tax will be withheld if, at the time of your distribution, your address is within one of the mandatory withholding states and you have federal income tax withheld (or as otherwise required by state law). State taxes will be withheld from your distribution in accordance with the respective state rules.

*Some 403(b), 457 and qualified retirement plan distributions may be subject to 20% mandatory withholding, as they are subject to special tax and withholding rules.  Your plan administrator or plan sponsor is required to provide you with a special tax notice explaining those rules at the time you request a distribution.  If applicable, federal and/or state taxes may be withheld from your distribution amount.


Proxy Voting Policies

Descriptions of the principles and policies that the fund's investment advisor uses in exercising the voting rights associated with the securities purchased and/or held by the fund are available without charge, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021 or visiting American Century Investments’ website at americancentury.com/proxy. A description of the policies is also available on the Securities and Exchange Commission’s website at sec.gov. Information regarding how the investment advisor voted proxies relating to portfolio securities during the most recent 12-month period ended June 30 is available on americancentury.com/proxy. It is also available at sec.gov.


Portfolio Holdings Disclosure
The fund files its complete schedule of portfolio holdings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) each month on Form N-MFP. The fund’s Form N-MFP reports are available on its website at americancentury.com and on the SEC’s website at sec.gov. The fund also makes its complete schedule of portfolio holdings for the most recent quarter of its fiscal year available on its website at americancentury.com and, upon request, by calling 1-800-345-2021.

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American Century Investment Trust
 
 
 
 
Investment Advisor:
American Century Investment Management, Inc.
Kansas City, Missouri
 
 
 
 
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©2020 American Century Proprietary Holdings, Inc. All rights reserved.
CL-ANN-92283 2005
 



ITEM 2. CODE OF ETHICS.

(a)
The registrant has adopted a Code of Ethics for Senior Financial Officers that applies to the registrant’s principal executive officer, principal financial officer, principal accounting officer, and persons performing similar functions.

(b)
No response required.

(c)
None.

(d)
None.

(e)
Not applicable.

(f)
The registrant’s Code of Ethics for Senior Financial Officers was filed as Exhibit 12 (a)(1) to American Century Asset Allocation Portfolios, Inc.’s Annual Certified Shareholder Report on Form N-CSR, File No. 811-21591, on September 29, 2005, and is incorporated herein by reference.


ITEM 3. AUDIT COMMITTEE FINANCIAL EXPERT.

(a)(1)
The registrant's board has determined that the registrant has at least one audit committee financial expert serving on its audit committee.

(a)(2)
Tanya S. Beder, Anne Casscells, Peter F. Pervere and Ronald J. Gilson are the registrant's designated audit committee financial experts. They are "independent" as defined in Item 3 of Form N-CSR.

(a)(3)
Not applicable.

(b)
No response required.

(c)
No response required.

(d)
No response required.


ITEM 4. PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTANT FEES AND SERVICES.

(a)
Audit Fees.

The aggregate fees billed for each of the last two fiscal years for professional services rendered by the principal accountant for the audit of the registrant’s annual financial statements or services that are normally provided by the accountant in connection with statutory and regulatory filings or engagements for those fiscal years were as follows:

FY 2019:    $358,679
FY 2020:    $365,442

(b)
Audit-Related Fees.

The aggregate fees billed in each of the last two fiscal years for assurance and related services by the principal accountant that are reasonably related to the performance of the audit of the registrant’s financial statements and are not reported under paragraph (a) of this Item were as follows:

For services rendered to the registrant:




FY 2019:$0
FY 2020:$0

Fees required to be approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X (relating to certain engagements for non-audit services with the registrant’s investment adviser and its affiliates):

FY 2019:$0
FY 2020:$0

(c)
Tax Fees.

The aggregate fees billed in each of the last two fiscal years for professional services rendered by the principal accountant for tax compliance, tax advice, and tax planning were as follows:

For services rendered to the registrant:

FY 2019:    $0
FY 2020:    $0

Fees required to be approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X (relating to certain engagements for non-audit services with the registrant’s investment adviser and its affiliates):

FY 2019:    $0
FY 2020:    $0
 
(d)All Other Fees.

The aggregate fees billed in each of the last two fiscal years for products and services provided by the principal accountant, other than the services reported in paragraphs (a) through (c) of this Item were as follows:

For services rendered to the registrant:

FY 2019:$0
FY 2020:$0

Fees required to be approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X (relating to certain engagements for non-audit services with the registrant’s investment adviser and its affiliates):

FY 2019:$0
FY 2020:$0

(e)(1)
In accordance with paragraph (c)(7)(i)(A) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X, before the accountant is engaged by the registrant to render audit or non-audit services, the engagement is approved by the registrant’s audit committee. Pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X, the registrant’s audit committee also pre-approves its accountant’s engagements for non-audit services with the registrant’s investment adviser, its parent company, and any entity controlled by, or under common control with the investment adviser that provides ongoing services to the registrant, if the engagement relates directly to the operations and financial reporting of the registrant.




(e)(2)
All services described in each of paragraphs (b) through (d) of this Item were pre-approved before the engagement by the registrant’s audit committee pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(i)(A) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X. Consequently, none of such services were required to be approved by the audit committee pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(i)(C).

(f)
The percentage of hours expended on the principal accountant’s engagement to audit the registrant’s financial statements for the most recent fiscal year that were attributed to work performed by persons other than the principal accountant’s full-time, permanent employees was less than 50%.

(g)
The aggregate non-audit fees billed by the registrant’s accountant for services rendered to the registrant, and rendered to the registrant’s investment adviser (not including any sub-adviser whose role is primarily portfolio management and is subcontracted with or overseen by another investment adviser), and any entity controlling, controlled by, or under common control with the adviser that provides ongoing services to the registrant for each of the last two fiscal years of the registrant were as follows:

FY 2019:    $131,797
FY 2020:    $186,900

(h)
The registrant’s investment adviser and accountant have notified the registrant’s audit committee of all non-audit services that were rendered by the registrant’s accountant to the registrant’s investment adviser, its parent company, and any entity controlled by, or under common control with the investment adviser that provides services to the registrant, which services were not required to be pre-approved pursuant to paragraph (c)(7)(ii) of Rule 2-01 of Regulation S-X. The notification provided to the registrant’s audit committee included sufficient details regarding such services to allow the registrant’s audit committee to consider the continuing independence of its principal accountant.

ITEM 5. AUDIT COMMITTEE OF LISTED REGISTRANTS.

Not applicable.



ITEM 6. INVESTMENTS.

(a)
The schedule of investments is included as part of the report to stockholders filed under Item 1 of this Form.

(b)
Not applicable.


ITEM 7. DISCLOSURE OF PROXY VOTING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.

Not applicable.


ITEM 8. PORTFOLIO MANAGERS OF CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.

Not applicable.


ITEM 9. PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES BY CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANY AND AFFILIATED PURCHASERS.




Not applicable.


ITEM 10. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS.

During the reporting period, there were no material changes to the procedures by which shareholders may recommend nominees to the registrant’s board.


ITEM 11. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES.

(a)
The registrant's principal executive officer and principal financial officer have concluded that the registrant's disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 30a-3(c) under the Investment Company Act of 1940) are effective based on their evaluation of these controls and procedures as of a date within 90 days of the filing date of this report.

(b)
There were no changes in the registrant's internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rule 30a-3(d) under the Investment Company Act of 1940) that occurred during the period covered by this report that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant's internal control over financial reporting.


ITEM 12. DISCLOSURE OF SECURITIES LENDING ACTIVITIES FOR CLOSED-END MANAGEMENT INVESTMENT COMPANIES.

Not applicable.



ITEM 13. EXHIBITS.

(a)(1)
Registrant’s Code of Ethics for Senior Financial Officers, which is the subject of the disclosure required by Item 2 of Form N-CSR, was filed as Exhibit 12(a)(1) to American Century Asset Allocation Portfolios, Inc.’s Certified Shareholder Report on Form N-CSR, File No. 811-21591, on September 29, 2005.

(a)(2)
Separate certifications by the registrant’s principal executive officer and principal financial officer, pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and Rule 30a-2(a) under the Investment Company Act of 1940, are filed and attached hereto as EX-99.CERT.

(a)(3)
Not applicable.

(a)(4)
Not applicable.

(b)
A certification by the registrant’s chief executive officer and chief financial officer, pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, is furnished and attached hereto as EX-99.906CERT.







SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

Registrant:
American Century Investment Trust
 
 
 
By:
/s/ Patrick Bannigan
 
Name:
Patrick Bannigan
 
Title:
President
 
 
 
Date:
May 28, 2020

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Investment Company Act of 1940, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.

By:
/s/ Patrick Bannigan
 
Name:
Patrick Bannigan
 
Title:
President
 
 
(principal executive officer)
 
 
 
Date:
May 28, 2020

By:
/s/ R. Wes Campbell
 
Name:
R. Wes Campbell
 
Title:
Treasurer and
 
 
Chief Financial Officer
 
 
(principal financial officer)
 
 
 
Date:
May 28, 2020