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Western Asset Premier Bond Fund(NYSE) WEA

Market Cap$123.16MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.
Since IPO (2002)+343%
5 Year+4%
1 Year+2%
1 Month-0%
$10.42
+0.39%
+0.04Today
Western Asset Premier Bond Fund last closing stock price
MetricPriceDate
Last closeUSD 10.382026-09-04
Western Asset Premier Bond Fund stock price return by period
PeriodPrice returnPrice at period startPeriod start date
1 week-0.53%USD 10.442026-08-28
1 month-0.19%USD 10.402026-08-05
3 month+1.15%USD 10.262026-06-05
Year to date-0.82%USD 10.472025-12-31
1 year+1.71%USD 10.212025-09-04
3 year+20.67%USD 8.602023-09-05
5 year+4.48%USD 9.932021-09-03
Since inception+342.96%USD 2.342002-03-26

Western Asset Premier Bond Fund Financials at a Glance

Market Cap

$123.16MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Revenue (TTM)

$28.78M

Net Income (TTM)

$21.61M

EPS (TTM)

$0.83

P/E Ratio

12.52

Dividend

$0.84

Beta (Volatility)

0.26 (Low)

Price

$10.42

Volume

11,786.276

Open

$10.39

Previous Close

$10.38

Daily Range

$10.35 - $10.43

52-Week Range

$10.30 - $11.44

Estimated Earnings Date

May 22, 2025

WEA News

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About Western Asset Premier Bond Fund

Western Asset Premier Bond Fund is a closed-ended fixed income mutual fund managed by Western Asset Management Company. The fund primarily invests in investment-grade bonds, including corporate bonds and U.S. government securities, aiming for a balanced portfolio with a focus on stability and income generation.

Products and Services
  • Investment in U.S. fixed income markets
  • Focus on investment-grade corporate and government bonds
  • Management of mortgage-related securities
Growth Outlook
  • Recent quarterly revenue reached $7.85 million, indicating strong performance
  • Trailing twelve months (TTM) net income of $7.22 million reflects solid profitability
  • Dividend yield of 8.05% suggests attractive income potential for investors
Financial Highlights
  • Quarterly revenue increased from $6.79 million to $7.85 million
  • Net income margin of 91.89% showcases operational efficiency
  • TTM price-to-earnings ratio of 8.91 indicates potential value
Western Asset Premier Bond Fund has established itself as a reliable player in the fixed income market, focusing on investment-grade securities. The fund's recent financial performance demonstrates resilience, with a notable increase in quarterly revenue and a strong net income margin. The attractive dividend yield further enhances its appeal to income-focused investors. With a disciplined investment strategy and a commitment to maintaining a balanced portfolio, the fund aims to provide consistent returns while managing risk effectively.
AI Generated • Aug 24, 2026

Industry

Capital Markets

CEO

Jane Elizabeth Trust, CFA

Headquarters

Pasadena, CA 91101-1923, US

WEA Financials

Key Financial Metrics (TTM)

Gross Margin

91.38%

Operating Margin

85.78%

Net Income Margin

65.02%

Return on Equity

7.28%

Return on Capital

8.54%

Return on Assets

4.90%

Earnings Yield

7.99%

Dividend Yield

8.09%

Payout Ratio

1.10%

Stock Overview

Market Cap

$123.16MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

Shares Outstanding

11.87M

Volume

11.79K

Avg. Volume

25.66K

Financials (TTM)

Gross Profit

$27.83M

Operating Income

$26.25M

EBITDA

$26.25M

Operating Cash Flow

$19.52M

Capital Expenditure

-$1.00

Free Cash Flow

$19.52M

Cash & ST Invst.

$2.52M

Total Debt

$63.60M

Western Asset Premier Bond Fund Performance Analysis

Western Asset Premier Bond Fund annual revenue and year-over-year revenue growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endRevenueYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD 1,091,592-91.9%
20232023-12-31USD 6,597,236504.4%
20242024-12-31USD 14,003,489112.3%
20252025-12-31USD 14,969,3136.9%
Western Asset Premier Bond Fund sequential (quarter-over-quarter) revenue growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31-0.1%
Q22025-06-30-1.2%
Q42025-12-3115.7%
Q22026-06-30-7.4%
Western Asset Premier Bond Fund annual diluted earnings per share and year-over-year EPS growth by fiscal year
Fiscal yearPeriod endDiluted EPSYoY growth
20222022-12-31USD -2.30N/A
20232023-12-31USD 1.05N/A
20242024-12-31USD 0.53-49.0%
20252025-12-31USD 1.17118.8%
Western Asset Premier Bond Fund sequential (quarter-over-quarter) diluted earnings per share growth by fiscal quarter
Fiscal quarterPeriod endQoQ growth
Q42024-12-31335.7%
Q22025-06-3030.2%
Q42025-12-318.9%
Q22026-06-30-63.9%

Revenue Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly growth comparison

Earnings Per Share Growth Rate

Annual and quarterly EPS growth comparison

Quarterly Performance

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Revenue

$7.27M

+5.7%

Gross Profit

$6.65M

+18.0%

Gross Margin

91.39%

N/A

Market Cap

$123.16MMarket cap calculated using publicly traded shares outstanding only. Does not include unlisted, private, or dual-class non-traded shares. Implied market cap may vary.

N/A

Market Cap/Employee

N/A

N/A

Employees

N/A

N/A

Net Income

$2.62M

+123.4%

EBITDA

$4.08M

-34.7%

Quarterly Fundamentals

Name
Q2 2026YOY CHG

Total Cash

$2.52M

+793.1%

Total Debt

$63.60M

-3.7%

Accounts Receivable

$2.93M

+2.1%

Inventory

$0.00

N/A

Long Term Debt

$57.30M

-2.9%

Short Term Debt

$6.30M

-10.6%

Return on Assets

4.90%

N/A

Return on Invested Capital

6.68%

N/A

Free Cash Flow

$5.83M

+145.4%

Operating Cash Flow

$5.83M

+145.4%

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Questions About WEA

What is the current price of Western Asset Premier Bond Fund?

Western Asset Premier Bond Fund is trading at $10.42 per share.

What is the 52-week range for Western Asset Premier Bond Fund?

Over the past 52 weeks, Western Asset Premier Bond Fund has traded between $10.30 and $11.44.

How much debt does Western Asset Premier Bond Fund have?

As of the most recent reporting period, Western Asset Premier Bond Fund reported total debt of $65.24M.

How much cash does Western Asset Premier Bond Fund have on hand?

Western Asset Premier Bond Fund reported $71.86K in cash and cash equivalents in its most recent financial results.

What is Western Asset Premier Bond Fund’s dividend yield?

Western Asset Premier Bond Fund currently has a dividend yield of 8.09%.

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