BlackRock Limited Duration Income Trust

BlackRock Limited Duration Income Trust is a closed-end fixed income mutual fund launched by BlackRock, Inc. The fund is managed by BlackRock Advisors, LLC and primarily invests in fixed income securities of the United States. Its portfolio includes investment grade corporate bonds, mortgage-related securities, asset-backed securities, US Government and agency securities, and senior secured floating rate loans. The fund targets an average portfolio duration of less than five years, aiming to provide income while managing interest rate risk. It benchmarks its performance against the Lehman Brothers U.S. Aggregate Index. The trust was formed on July 31, 2003 and is domiciled in the United States.

BlackRock Limited Duration Income Trust is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker symbol BLW. The fund trades in US Dollars (USD), as it is a US-domiciled fund investing primarily in US fixed income securities. Being listed on the NYSE provides investors with liquidity and access to a major global exchange. The use of USD aligns with the fund's focus on US markets and simplifies currency considerations for domestic investors.

BlackRock Limited Duration Income Trust operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically within the Asset Management industry. As a closed-end fixed income mutual fund, it falls under asset management because its primary business is managing a diversified portfolio of fixed income securities on behalf of investors. The fund's investment strategy focuses on generating income through bonds and other debt instruments, which is typical of asset management firms. BlackRock, Inc., the fund's sponsor, is a global leader in asset management, and this trust is one of its many offerings.

BlackRock Limited Duration Income Trust is domiciled in the United States, and its investment focus is on the US fixed income market. The fund invests in securities of companies operating across diversified sectors within the United States. While the trust itself is a US-based fund, it is managed by BlackRock Advisors, LLC, which is part of BlackRock, Inc., a global asset management firm headquartered in New York. The fund primarily serves US investors seeking income from a portfolio of investment grade bonds and other fixed income instruments with a limited duration.

BlackRock Limited Duration Income Trust employs a strategy of investing in a diversified mix of fixed income securities with an average portfolio duration of less than five years. This limited duration approach helps mitigate interest rate risk. The fund's portfolio includes investment grade corporate bonds, mortgage-related securities, asset-backed securities, US Government and agency securities, and senior secured floating rate loans. By focusing on these asset classes, the trust aims to generate current income while maintaining a relatively stable net asset value. The fund benchmarks its performance against the Lehman Brothers U.S. Aggregate Index, a broad measure of the US investment grade bond market. This strategy is designed for investors seeking regular income with lower volatility compared to longer-duration bond funds.