Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company 401(k): best low-cost funds
Nationwide Savings Plan · Plan #334 · Columbus, OH
Suggested simple Boglehead mix
- US stocks (~60%): S&P 500(r)index SEC LS Class I
- International stocks (~20-30%): Intn'l Index SEC LS Class I
- Bonds (~10-20%): U.s. Bond Index SEC LS Class II
Example built from fund names in the filing. Confirm these are on your current menu and check their expense ratios. Adjust the bond share for your age and risk tolerance.
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Pooled funds named in the filing (Schedule D)
These are collective trusts and similar pooled funds the plan reported holding. Names that look like index funds are tagged index by keyword, so check them yourself. Mutual funds are not listed by name in the free data.
| Fund | Manager | Type | Plan's holding |
|---|---|---|---|
| S&P 500(r)index SEC LS Class I index | State Street Bank And Trust Company | Common/collective trust | $1.6B |
| Intn'l Index SEC LS Class I index | State Street Bank And Trust Company | Common/collective trust | $531.8M |
| U.s. Bond Index SEC LS Class II index | State Street Bank And Trust Company | Common/collective trust | $491.4M |
| S&P Midcap(r) Index SEC LS Class I index | State Street Bank And Trust Company | Common/collective trust | $309.3M |
| Russell SM Cap(r)index SEC LS I index | State Street Bank And Trust Company | Common/collective trust | $247.1M |
How plan assets are invested
| Category (Schedule H) | Amount | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Common/collective trusts | $3.2B | 38.3% |
| Insurance co. general account | $1.4B | 17.2% |
| Common stock (direct) | $2.4B | 28.3% |
| Participant loans | $105.9M | 1.3% |
| Other investments | $551.4M | 6.6% |
Fees paid from plan assets
| Contract administrator fees | $13,800 |
| Investment advisory & management fees | $920,530 |
| Total administrative expenses | $2.0M |
Reported administrative expenses were about 0.025% of average plan assets, or about $50 per participant with a balance. This usually excludes fund expense ratios netted inside mutual funds and trusts.
Source: DOL EFAST2 Form 5500 & Schedules H/D, filing ID 20251014085508NAL0005127714001. EIN 314177100.
FAQ
What are the best low-cost funds in the Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company 401(k)?
Based on public filings, index options include S&P 500(r)index SEC LS Class I (US stocks), Intn'l Index SEC LS Class I (international stocks) and U.s. Bond Index SEC LS Class II (bonds). Confirm them against your current plan menu and fee disclosure.
Can I build a three-fund portfolio in the Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company 401(k)?
It appears so: the filing lists a US stock index fund, an international index fund and a bond index fund. The split between them depends on your own goals and risk tolerance.
How big is the Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company 401(k) plan?
The plan reported about $8.3B in net assets and 40,008 participants with balances for plan year 2024, according to its DOL Form 5500 filing.
Where does this data come from?
From public U.S. Department of Labor Form 5500 filings (EFAST2) and, where noted, the plan's SEC Form 11-K. Data can be outdated or incomplete, and this page is not financial advice.
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