Allspring Premier Large Company Growth Fund - Class C (EKJCX)
| Fund Assets | 1.35B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.85% |
| Min. Investment | $1,000 |
| Turnover | 47.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.19 |
| Dividend Yield | 71.96% |
| Dividend Growth | -41.43% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | n/a |
| Previous Close | 3.050 |
| YTD Return | 9.64% |
| 1-Year Return | 21.78% |
| 5-Year Return | 69.33% |
| 52-Week Low | 2.240 |
| 52-Week High | 5.220 |
| Beta (5Y) | 1.17 |
| Holdings | 63 |
| Inception Date | Jan 22, 1998 |
About EKJCX
Allspring Premier Large Company Growth Fund Class C is a mutual fund specializing in the pursuit of long-term capital appreciation by investing primarily in large-capitalization U.S. companies exhibiting robust and sustainable growth potential. The fund strategically focuses on identifying firms across sectors where the growth of revenue and earnings is not yet fully recognized by the broader market, leveraging in-depth fundamental research to uncover opportunities. Its portfolio typically includes a diverse mix of companies spanning technology, consumer discretionary, communication services, and healthcare, reflecting its emphasis on businesses positioned on the 'right side of change.' The fund is actively managed, with risk controls aimed at balancing capture of upside growth with managing market volatility, and features a moderate turnover rate. As part of the large growth Morningstar category, it serves as a vehicle for investors seeking exposure to established U.S. growth equities, providing diversification and professional management within a single product. Its role in the market is to give investors access to a curated selection of growth-oriented stocks, aiming to outperform conventional benchmarks over the long run through disciplined, research-driven investment practices.
Performance
EKJCX had a total return of 21.78% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.79%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FACGX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Growth Opportunities Fund - Class C | 1.49% |
| FAGOX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Growth Opportunities Fund - Class M | 0.99% |
| FAGCX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Growth Opportunities Fund - Class I | 0.49% |
| FZAHX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Growth Opportunities Fund - Class Z | 0.37% |
| FAGAX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Growth Opportunities Fund - Class A | 0.74% |
Top 10 Holdings
37.40% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 6.43% |
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 6.13% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 5.50% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 4.81% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 3.52% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 2.46% |
| Mastercard Incorporated | MA | 2.35% |
| DoorDash, Inc. | DASH | 2.12% |
| ServiceNow, Inc. | NOW | 2.04% |
| Netflix, Inc. | NFLX | 2.03% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 12, 2024 | $2.19492 | Dec 13, 2024 |
| Dec 11, 2023 | $2.12035 | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Sep 8, 2023 | $1.62717 | Sep 11, 2023 |
| Dec 9, 2021 | $4.08574 | Dec 10, 2021 |
| Dec 9, 2020 | $2.02508 | Dec 10, 2020 |
| Dec 10, 2019 | $1.10573 | Dec 11, 2019 |