IMET Core Fund
The IMET Core Fund is designed for public funds that can generally be invested for one year or longer, including core governmental operating funds. There is no minimum investment period and no withdrawal or redemption fees for funds invested for less than one year.
The IMET Core Fund provides next day liquidity; participants are able to redeem investment shares next day as long as IMET is notified by 3:00 PM CT. The Core Fund has a fluctuating net asset value (NAV) and an average portfolio maturity of 1 to 3 years. The Core Fund is invested primarily in U.S. government backed securities (Treasuries and Agencies). Due to its investment policy, objectives and constraints, the IMET Core Fund Series carries Moody's rating Aa/bf.
| Market Yield (at period end)* | Total Return** | |
|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 3.46% | 5.30% |
| December 31, 2024 | 4.10% | 4.67% |
| December 31, 2023 | 4.62% | 4.73% |
| December 31, 2022 | 4.55% | -4.12% |
| December 31, 2021 | 0.80% | -0.89% |
| December 31, 2020 | 0.41% | 3.44% |
Past performance does not guarantee future results. Data unaudited.
* Net annualized rate of return a new investor would earn at current market prices if the securities in the fund were held to maturity.
**Total return consists of two components: income and capital appreciation. Net total return for prior one-year period.
Core Fund Performance Summary
Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Ready to start investing?
Opening an account is simple!
- Pass an ordinance, resolution or adopt an investment policy authorizing participation in IMET.
- Complete and return an IMET Account Application.
- Return the Application along with your redemption instructions and fund your account with your initial investment. There are no restrictions to the number of accounts you can have.
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