Davis Financial C (DFFCX)
Fund Assets | 1.17B |
Expense Ratio | 1.74% |
Min. Investment | $1,000 |
Turnover | 2.00% |
Dividend (ttm) | 2.09 |
Dividend Yield | 3.63% |
Dividend Growth | -31.49% |
Payout Frequency | Annual |
Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 13, 2024 |
Previous Close | 58.43 |
YTD Return | 17.78% |
1-Year Return | 29.85% |
5-Year Return | 142.34% |
52-Week Low | 44.37 |
52-Week High | 58.43 |
Beta (5Y) | n/a |
Holdings | 29 |
Inception Date | Aug 12, 1997 |
About DFFCX
The Davis Financial Fund is an actively managed mutual fund dedicated to investing primarily in high-quality, well-managed financial businesses. Its main focus is on capital preservation and long-term growth, targeting companies with durable business models, strong management teams, and attractive valuation prospects. By selecting best-of-breed financial institutions, the fund seeks to harness growth opportunities across banks, insurance firms, and other financial service providers, both domestically and internationally. The Davis Financial Fund distinguishes itself through a disciplined investment approach—rooted in the Davis Investment Discipline—which emphasizes thorough analysis and selective stock picking. This approach has historically delivered robust performance, enabling the fund to compound returns more effectively than relevant financial sector indices. Its diversified portfolio includes well-known U.S. banks, insurers, and specialty finance firms, reflecting a broad exposure to the financial industry. The fund plays a significant role in providing investors access to the financial sector’s most resilient and innovative companies, making it a notable vehicle for those seeking sector-specific exposure with a focus on long-term results. With a track record spanning decades, the Davis Financial Fund is recognized for its commitment to fundamentals and disciplined risk management.
Performance
DFFCX had a total return of 29.85% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.61%.
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Top 10 Holdings
62.96% of assetsName | Symbol | Weight |
---|---|---|
Capital One Financial Corporation | COF | 12.18% |
Wells Fargo & Company | WFC | 9.46% |
JPMorgan Chase & Co. | JPM | 8.14% |
The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation | BK | 5.57% |
Markel Group Inc. | MKL | 5.26% |
Fifth Third Bancorp | FITB | 4.87% |
Berkshire Hathaway Inc. | BRK.A | 4.78% |
Chubb Limited | CB | 4.31% |
U.S. Bancorp | USB | 4.27% |
DBS GROUP HOLDINGS LTD | D05 | 4.13% |
Dividend History
Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
---|---|---|
Dec 13, 2024 | $2.0895 | Dec 16, 2024 |
Dec 8, 2023 | $3.050 | Dec 11, 2023 |
Dec 9, 2022 | $1.151 | Dec 12, 2022 |
Dec 9, 2021 | $3.108 | Dec 10, 2021 |
Dec 10, 2020 | $2.102 | Dec 11, 2020 |
Dec 12, 2019 | $3.502 | Dec 13, 2019 |