Fidelity Balanced Fund (FBALX)
| Fund Assets | 62.13B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.47% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 41.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.83 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.55% |
| Dividend Growth | 8.94% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 19, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 32.91 |
| YTD Return | 2.24% |
| 1-Year Return | 16.39% |
| 5-Year Return | 57.61% |
| 52-Week Low | 25.15 |
| 52-Week High | 33.08 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.69 |
| Holdings | 4722 |
| Inception Date | Nov 6, 1986 |
About FBALX
Fidelity Balanced Fund is a moderate allocation mutual fund designed to provide both income and capital growth by investing in a diversified portfolio of stocks and bonds. The fund maintains a neutral allocation of approximately 60% in equities and 40% in fixed-income securities, though these ratios may be adjusted according to market outlooks. Its equity holdings are primarily focused on large-cap companies across a range of sectors, employing sector-neutral strategies and active stock selection to seek value opportunities. The fixed-income portion includes investment-grade bonds as well as a dedicated allocation to high-yield securities, aiming to enhance returns through strategic sector and security selection and yield-curve positioning. Managed by a team of dedicated portfolio managers, each specializing in particular asset classes or segments, Fidelity Balanced Fund combines deep research with disciplined portfolio construction. This approach enables consistent risk management and strives for attractive risk-adjusted returns over time. Since its inception in 1986, the fund has established a significant presence in the moderate allocation category, reflecting its role as a core holding for investors seeking a balance between growth and income in a single, professionally managed vehicle.
Performance
FBALX had a total return of 16.39% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 16.62%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| SWHGX | Schwab | Schwab MarketTrack Growth Portfolio™ | 0.50% |
Top 10 Holdings
29.78% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 5.43% |
| Apple Inc. | AAPL | 4.84% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 4.83% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 4.51% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 2.88% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 1.83% |
| Meta Platforms, Inc. | META | 1.66% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4% | T.4 07.31.30 | 1.32% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.25% | T.4.25 08.15.35 | 1.27% |
| Fidelity Cash Central Fund | n/a | 1.20% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 19, 2025 | $0.466 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Oct 10, 2025 | $1.087 | Oct 13, 2025 |
| Jul 11, 2025 | $0.147 | Jul 14, 2025 |
| Apr 4, 2025 | $0.127 | Apr 7, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $0.428 | Dec 23, 2024 |
| Oct 11, 2024 | $0.992 | Oct 14, 2024 |