American Funds College 2027 529-F-2 (FFCFX)
| Fund Assets | 3.85B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.40% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 17.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.68 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.46% |
| Dividend Growth | 41.21% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 23, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 12.42 |
| YTD Return | 1.55% |
| 1-Year Return | 9.52% |
| 5-Year Return | 20.06% |
| 52-Week Low | 11.26 |
| 52-Week High | 12.44 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 14 |
| Inception Date | Oct 30, 2020 |
About FFCFX
American Funds College 2027 Fund 529-F-2 is a target date mutual fund designed specifically to help families save for future education expenses, primarily within 529 college savings plans. Its primary function is to balance growth, income, and capital preservation according to the proximity to the target enrollment year—2027. The fund employs a diversified allocation across asset classes, including U.S. equities, non-U.S. equities, U.S. bonds, non-U.S. bonds, and cash equivalents. Its investment approach adjusts gradually, shifting from a focus on capital appreciation to a greater emphasis on income and preservation as the target date nears. Comprised of investments in various underlying American Funds, it provides broad exposure to multiple market sectors, including communication, utilities, and energy. With assets exceeding $3.8 billion and a minimum initial investment of $250, the fund appeals to investors seeking a professionally managed, systematic solution for college savings. Annual dividend distributions and a history of prudent portfolio turnover further characterize the fund's disciplined, long-term management style, contributing to its role as a core component in education-focused savings strategies.
Performance
FFCFX had a total return of 9.52% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 10.83%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
| Symbol | Provider | Name | Expense Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| FTFEX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Freedom 2030 Fund - Class M | 1.15% |
| FIJNX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Freedom 2030 Fund - Class Z | 0.56% |
| FAFEX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Freedom 2030 Fund - Class A | 0.90% |
| FDGLX | Fidelity | Fidelity Advisor Freedom 2030 Fund - Class K6 | 0.37% |
| FFFEX | Fidelity | Fidelity Freedom 2030 Fund | 0.65% |
Top 10 Holdings
98.02% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| American Funds Intermediate Bond Fund of America® Class R-6 | RBOGX | 29.32% |
| American Funds Short-Term Bond Fund of America® Class R-6 | RMMGX | 26.65% |
| American Funds Mortgage Fund® Class R-6 | RMAGX | 11.68% |
| American Funds American Mutual Fund® Class R-6 | RMFGX | 9.30% |
| American Funds Strategic Bond Fund Class R-6 | RANGX | 6.66% |
| American Funds American Balanced Fund® Class R-6 | RLBGX | 5.70% |
| American Funds The Bond Fund of America® Class R-6 | RBFGX | 3.67% |
| American Funds The Income Fund of America® Class R-6 | RIDGX | 1.68% |
| American Funds American High-Income Trust® Class R-6 | RITGX | 1.68% |
| American Funds Multi-Sector Income R-6 | RMDUX | 1.67% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 23, 2025 | $0.6798 | Dec 24, 2025 |
| Dec 23, 2024 | $0.4814 | Dec 24, 2024 |
| Dec 21, 2023 | $0.4024 | Dec 22, 2023 |
| Dec 22, 2022 | $0.4165 | Dec 23, 2022 |
| Dec 22, 2021 | $1.0068 | Dec 23, 2021 |
| Dec 22, 2020 | $0.7782 | Dec 23, 2020 |