American Funds AMCAP Fund® Class 529-E (CAFEX)
| Fund Assets | 88.47B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.94% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 36.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 4.46 |
| Dividend Yield | 10.62% |
| Dividend Growth | 136.03% |
| Payout Frequency | Semi-Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 11, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 42.02 |
| YTD Return | 9.61% |
| 1-Year Return | 16.14% |
| 5-Year Return | 73.38% |
| 52-Week Low | 33.76 |
| 52-Week High | 44.56 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 198 |
| Inception Date | Mar 7, 2002 |
About CAFEX
American Funds AMCAP Fund Class 529-E is a large growth mutual fund designed to deliver long-term capital appreciation. Managed by Capital Group, the fund primarily invests in well-established U.S. companies that have demonstrated above-average long-term growth, with over 91% of assets allocated to domestic equities and a further 5% in non-U.S. equities as of May 2025. The portfolio is diversified across major sectors, with significant allocations in information technology, consumer discretionary, industrials, health care, and communication services. Top holdings include leading names such as Microsoft, Amazon, Broadcom, and NVIDIA. The fund typically holds more than 170 companies and maintains a moderate portfolio turnover rate, reflecting a disciplined approach to active management. As a Class 529-E share, it is structured to serve investors saving for education through 529 college savings plans. With a history dating back to 1967, AMCAP Fund Class 529-E has become one of the largest and most recognized vehicles in the growth category, supported by a substantial asset base and regular semi-annual distributions. Its consistent emphasis on quality growth companies positions it as a notable participant in the U.S. large-cap growth mutual fund sector.
Performance
CAFEX had a total return of 16.14% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.74%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIQCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 85% - Class Z | 0.57% |
| FBRNX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Stock Selector Fund - Class I | 0.48% |
| FSSKX | Fidelity | Fidelity Stock Selector Fund - Class K | 0.36% |
| FSJHX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Stock Selector Fund - Class M | 0.98% |
| FEYAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Asset Manager 85% - Class A | 0.94% |
Top 10 Holdings
38.92% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 6.51% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 5.01% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 4.42% |
| Capital Group Central Cash Fund | n/a | 3.72% |
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 3.67% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 3.58% |
| Eli Lilly and Company | LLY | 3.31% |
| TransDigm Group Incorporated | TDG | 3.20% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 2.98% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 2.54% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 11, 2025 | $1.8675 | Jun 12, 2025 |
| Dec 17, 2024 | $2.5915 | Dec 18, 2024 |
| Jun 12, 2024 | $0.811 | Jun 13, 2024 |
| Dec 13, 2023 | $1.0782 | Dec 14, 2023 |
| Jun 14, 2023 | $0.0159 | Jun 15, 2023 |
| Jun 15, 2022 | $2.2668 | Jun 16, 2022 |