AB Equity Income Fund Class C (AUICX)
| Fund Assets | 750.36M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.65% |
| Min. Investment | $2,500 |
| Turnover | 35.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.59 |
| Dividend Yield | 6.92% |
| Dividend Growth | -19.25% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 10, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 37.44 |
| YTD Return | 9.06% |
| 1-Year Return | 25.03% |
| 5-Year Return | 72.85% |
| 52-Week Low | 31.41 |
| 52-Week High | 37.83 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 70 |
| Inception Date | Oct 27, 1993 |
About AUICX
AB Equity Income Fund, Inc. Class C is a mutual fund designed to provide investors with a blend of current income and long-term capital growth. The fund primarily invests in a diversified portfolio of equity securities issued by large-cap U.S. companies that are known for paying attractive and sustainable dividends. By focusing on firms with high-quality, consistent cash flows and the capacity to increase dividends over time, the fund aims to deliver dependable income while also participating in the growth potential of the equity markets. The investment approach emphasizes fundamental research to identify undervalued companies that exhibit both strong payout histories and lower risk profiles. AB Equity Income Fund, Inc. Class C plays a significant role in the market for investors seeking balanced exposure to income-producing equities, particularly within mature sectors, while managing volatility through disciplined stock selection and portfolio construction.
Performance
AUICX had a total return of 25.03% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 9.07%.
Top 10 Holdings
37.30% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 6.66% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 5.07% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOG | 5.05% |
| Lam Research Corporation | LRCX | 3.69% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 3.25% |
| Merck & Co., Inc. | MRK | 3.21% |
| McDonald's Corporation | MCD | 2.80% |
| KLA Corporation | KLAC | 2.64% |
| American Electric Power Company, Inc. | AEP | 2.47% |
| Bank of America Corporation | BAC | 2.46% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 10, 2026 | $0.0415 | Mar 12, 2026 |
| Dec 12, 2025 | $2.4341 | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Sep 9, 2025 | $0.068 | Sep 11, 2025 |
| Jun 10, 2025 | $0.0476 | Jun 12, 2025 |
| Mar 11, 2025 | $0.0822 | Mar 13, 2025 |
| Dec 13, 2024 | $3.0289 | Dec 17, 2024 |