About CIVKX
American Funds International Vantage Fund 529-F-1 is an international equity mutual fund designed to offer prudent growth of capital while aiming to conserve principal. Managed by Capital Group, the fund invests primarily in common stocks of companies headquartered outside the United States, focusing on developed markets such as Europe and Japan, with selective exposure to emerging markets. It targets businesses with strong balance sheets, resilient cash flow, and a track record of steady dividends, aiming to capture long-term growth opportunities while seeking to provide some downside protection during market declines.
The fund holds a diversified portfolio across multiple sectors and industries, featuring prominent global leaders in pharmaceuticals, technology, consumer goods, and industrials. With over 120 holdings as of early 2025, its strategy emphasizes companies that exhibit characteristics associated with long-term leadership and the potential to withstand economic volatility. Positioned as a core international allocation, it serves individual investors, retirement plans, and institutional clients seeking to diversify their portfolios beyond U.S. markets. The fund is recognized for its disciplined management, moderate turnover, and a competitive expense profile within the foreign large-growth category.
Fund Family Capital Group
Category Foreign Large Growth
Performance Rating Above Average
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol CIVKX
Share Class Class 529 F-1
Index MSCI EAFE NR USD
CIVKX had a total return of 9.20% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 8.33%.
