American Funds Corporate Bond 529-F-3 (FBCDX)
| Fund Assets | 1.94B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.37% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 216.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.43 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.55% |
| Dividend Growth | 0.13% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | May 29, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 9.43 |
| YTD Return | 0.16% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.47% |
| 5-Year Return | -1.36% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.30 |
| 52-Week High | 9.72 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 750 |
| Inception Date | Oct 30, 2020 |
About FBCDX
American Funds Corporate Bond Fund 529-F-3 is an open-end mutual fund that primarily invests in high-quality corporate debt securities, aiming to deliver maximum total return while maintaining capital preservation and prudent risk management. The fund typically allocates at least 80% of its assets to bonds issued by corporations and maintains a consistent focus on investment-grade credit, with holdings generally rated Baa3/BBB- or higher. Notable for its broad diversification, the portfolio encompasses hundreds of individual securities, providing significant sector and issuer spread, and features a relatively high portfolio turnover. As of mid-2025, the portfolio is composed chiefly of U.S. and non-U.S. investment-grade bonds, with an effective duration near 6.6 years. Regular monthly income is a hallmark, as the fund pays dividends on a monthly basis. The fund serves the needs of core fixed-income investors, as well as those seeking tax-advantaged 529 plan options for education savings, and plays an important role in providing stable, income-oriented exposure to the corporate bond market within diversified investment strategies.
Performance
FBCDX had a total return of 4.47% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been -0.19%.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2026 | $0.0359 | Jun 1, 2026 |
| Apr 30, 2026 | $0.03492 | May 1, 2026 |
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.03655 | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.03287 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.03574 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.03629 | Jan 2, 2026 |