American Funds Corporate Bond Fund Class F-1 (BFCFX)
| Fund Assets | 1.99B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.68% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 216.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.36 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.86% |
| Dividend Growth | 2.23% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 31, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.43 |
| YTD Return | -0.72% |
| 1-Year Return | 3.34% |
| 5-Year Return | -1.53% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.21 |
| 52-Week High | 9.72 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 693 |
| Inception Date | Jul 29, 2016 |
About BFCFX
American Funds Corporate Bond Fund Class F-1 is a mutual fund specializing in U.S. dollar-denominated corporate bonds. Its primary objective is to maximize total return while preserving capital and managing risk prudently. The fund invests at least 80% of its assets in investment-grade corporate debt, balancing income generation with a disciplined approach to credit quality and interest rate sensitivity. A minor allocation is also made to U.S. Treasury securities and other fixed-income instruments to enhance diversification. This fund, managed by Capital Group since its inception in December 2012, typically holds a diversified portfolio spanning over 190 issuers, with the largest exposures concentrated among major U.S. corporations and select government issues. It pays regular monthly dividends, reflecting a strong focus on income for its shareholders. Key metrics include an effective duration of about 6.6 years and an average yield to worst around 5%, with the fund's strategy targeting investors seeking stable income and moderate risk exposure within the fixed-income market. The fund's role is significant for investors seeking a core holding in their fixed-income allocation, as it offers broad access to the U.S. corporate bond sector under the management of an established investment team.
Performance
BFCFX had a total return of 3.34% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 1.99%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.03402 | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.02999 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.03268 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.03358 | Jan 2, 2026 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.03164 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.03353 | Nov 3, 2025 |