About BSPGX
The iShares S&P 500 Index Fund Class G is a mutual fund designed to closely track the performance of the S&P 500 Index, which is widely regarded as the leading benchmark for the U.S. equity market. The fund invests in a diversified portfolio that mirrors the composition of the S&P 500, providing exposure to 500 of the largest publicly traded companies in the United States, spanning multiple sectors such as technology, healthcare, consumer goods, and financials. Notably, its top holdings include major corporations like Apple, Microsoft, and NVIDIA, reflecting their significant market capitalizations within the index.
This fund operates as a "feeder" fund, allocating all its assets into a master portfolio that shares the same investment strategy and objectives, thereby ensuring close alignment with the index it seeks to replicate. With a very low expense ratio of 0.01%, it offers a cost-effective option for investors aiming for broad market exposure and potential long-term capital appreciation. The fund distributes dividends on a quarterly basis and has a history of consistent returns, highlighting its role as a foundational building block for diversified portfolios, particularly those seeking core U.S. equity market representation.
Fund Family BlackRock
Category Large Blend
Performance Rating Above Average
Risk Rating Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol BSPGX
Index S&P 500 TR
BSPGX had a total return of 20.57% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 16.21%.
