American Century Focused International Growth Fund Investor Class (AFCNX)
| Fund Assets | 208.50M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.10% |
| Min. Investment | $2,500 |
| Turnover | 90.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.00 |
| Dividend Yield | 0.02% |
| Dividend Growth | n/a |
| Payout Frequency | n/a |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 18.97 |
| YTD Return | -1.16% |
| 1-Year Return | 9.10% |
| 5-Year Return | -3.24% |
| 52-Week Low | 17.09 |
| 52-Week High | 19.97 |
| Beta (5Y) | 1.01 |
| Holdings | 54 |
| Inception Date | Mar 29, 2016 |
About AFCNX
The American Century Focused International Growth Fund Investor Class is an actively managed mutual fund designed to seek capital growth through investments in large companies located in developed and emerging markets outside the United States. The fund primarily targets equity securities, focusing on firms believed to have strong growth potential and sustainable business models across various international sectors. By concentrating its holdings, the fund employs a high-conviction strategy that typically results in a portfolio of around 49 positions, allowing for meaningful exposure to each selected company. The fund is benchmarked against the MSCI ACWI ex-U.S. Index, providing diversified exposure to international markets while excluding the United States. Its investment universe encompasses at least three developed countries worldwide, and it may include exposure to emerging markets as well. With a minimum initial investment requirement for non-retirement accounts and an emphasis on disciplined, research-driven stock selection, the fund plays a significant role for investors seeking international diversification and growth opportunities within their portfolios.
Performance
AFCNX had a total return of 9.10% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.04%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIATX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor International Capital Appreciation Fund - Class M | 1.39% |
| FCPCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor International Capital Appreciation Fund - Class C | 1.89% |
| VWIGX | Vanguard | Vanguard International Growth Fund Investor Shares | 0.37% |
| FCPAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor International Capital Appreciation Fund - Class A | 1.14% |
| FIDZX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor International Capital Appreciation Fund - Class Z | 0.78% |
Top 10 Holdings
33.56% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited | 2330 | 6.51% |
| AstraZeneca PLC | AZN | 3.68% |
| State Street Bank & Trust Co 3 Repo - 01apr26 | n/a | 3.59% |
| Iberdrola, S.A. | IBE | 3.29% |
| Société Générale Société anonyme | GLE | 2.96% |
| ASML Holding N.V. | ASML | 2.83% |
| Siemens Energy AG | SMERY | 2.75% |
| BAE Systems plc | BA | 2.69% |
| Novozymes A/S | NSIS.B | 2.66% |
| Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. | 005930 | 2.60% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 16, 2025 | $0.004 | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2023 | $0.0559 | Dec 19, 2023 |
| Dec 21, 2022 | $0.0566 | Dec 21, 2022 |
| Dec 21, 2021 | $0.4979 | Dec 21, 2021 |
| Mar 10, 2020 | $0.1367 | Mar 10, 2020 |
| Dec 17, 2019 | $0.3263 | Dec 17, 2019 |