BlackRock Global Dividend Portfolio Investor A Shares (BABDX)
| Fund Assets | 890.96M |
| Expense Ratio | 1.03% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 44.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.35 |
| Dividend Yield | 17.33% |
| Dividend Growth | 156.49% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Apr 15, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 12.72 |
| YTD Return | 9.66% |
| 1-Year Return | 22.79% |
| 5-Year Return | 49.21% |
| 52-Week Low | 11.15 |
| 52-Week High | 13.55 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 53 |
| Inception Date | Apr 7, 2008 |
About BABDX
The BlackRock Global Dividend Fund Investor A is an actively managed mutual fund focused on providing current income and long-term capital appreciation by investing in a diversified portfolio of dividend-paying companies worldwide. Its primary objective is to deliver a level of current income that surpasses the average yield typically found in global equities, emphasizing both income generation and the potential for capital growth. The fund seeks to achieve lower volatility equity returns by targeting high-quality companies with strong dividend growth prospects across various sectors, including technology, healthcare, financials, and consumer staples. Notable portfolio holdings often include established multinational firms such as Microsoft, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing, and AstraZeneca, reflecting the fund’s blend of developed and emerging market exposure. Since its launch in 2008, the fund has played a significant role for investors looking for global diversification and steady income streams within the international equity space, making it a distinctive option in the global large-stock blend category.
Performance
BABDX had a total return of 22.79% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.70%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FGILX | Fidelity | Fidelity Global Equity Income Fund | 0.91% |
Top 10 Holdings
35.48% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 5.12% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited | 2330 | 4.95% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 4.94% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 4.62% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 3.03% |
| Shell plc | SHEL | 2.81% |
| The Coca-Cola Company | KO | 2.58% |
| Allianz SE | ALV | 2.53% |
| BAE Systems plc | BA | 2.48% |
| AstraZeneca PLC | AZN | 2.42% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2026 | $0.02409 | Apr 16, 2026 |
| Dec 9, 2025 | $1.80549 | Dec 10, 2025 |
| Oct 9, 2025 | $0.02933 | Oct 10, 2025 |
| Jul 17, 2025 | $0.49212 | Jul 18, 2025 |
| Apr 9, 2025 | $0.0224 | Apr 10, 2025 |
| Dec 11, 2024 | $0.79736 | Dec 12, 2024 |