American Funds Corporate Bond Fund Class F-2 (BFCGX)
| Fund Assets | 1.95B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.43% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 216.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.43 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.41% |
| Dividend Growth | 4.48% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.63 |
| YTD Return | 1.31% |
| 1-Year Return | 8.52% |
| 5-Year Return | 0.47% |
| 52-Week Low | 8.87 |
| 52-Week High | 9.65 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 693 |
| Inception Date | Jul 29, 2016 |
About BFCGX
American Funds Corporate Bond Fund Class F-2 is a mutual fund focused primarily on investment-grade corporate debt securities. The fund seeks to maximize total return while maintaining capital preservation and prudent risk management, investing at least 80% of its assets in corporate bonds, with additional exposure to government and other high-quality debt instruments. Managed by Capital Group, a longstanding institution in U.S. asset management, the fund leverages deep research and rigorous credit selection to construct a diverse portfolio—typically holding over 190 different issuers across various sectors such as healthcare, technology, financials, and industrials. Notable features include a relatively low minimum investment, monthly dividend distributions, and competitive expenses for its category. Designed to provide enhanced income and diversification benefits, it serves investors looking for dedicated corporate bond exposure within larger portfolios. Its credit quality mandate—generally focusing on securities rated BBB- or better—helps moderate credit risk while aiming for attractive yields compared to core aggregate bond funds. The fund's size and consistent adherence to its strategy underscore its role as a significant vehicle for fixed-income exposure in the U.S. market.
Performance
BFCGX had a total return of 8.52% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.23%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.03482 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.03564 | Jan 2, 2026 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.0339 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.03551 | Nov 3, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.03489 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| Aug 29, 2025 | $0.0355 | Sep 2, 2025 |