American Funds Inflation Linked Bond Fund Class 529-F-3 (FLIBX)
| Fund Assets | 13.13B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.34% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 12.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.34 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.62% |
| Dividend Growth | 65.72% |
| Payout Frequency | Annual |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 17, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 9.52 |
| YTD Return | 0.96% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.01% |
| 5-Year Return | 2.62% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.32 |
| 52-Week High | 9.82 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 152 |
| Inception Date | Oct 30, 2020 |
About FLIBX
The American Funds Inflation Linked Bond Fund 529-F-3 is a mutual fund dedicated to providing inflation protection and income through investments in inflation-linked securities. Its primary focus is on bonds whose principal or interest payments adjust in response to changes in inflation, thereby helping to maintain purchasing power even during periods of rising prices. The fund primarily invests in inflation-linked bonds issued by the U.S. government but may also include securities from non-U.S. governments, government agencies, and select corporations. Distinctively, this fund is offered as a 529-F-3 share class, aligning it with tax-advantaged college savings plans and making it particularly relevant for those planning for future educational expenses. The portfolio is managed by experienced professionals and is diversified across a mix of over 140 holdings, with a significant concentration in U.S. Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS). The fund is structured to provide regular annual distributions, and features a relatively moderate expense profile. By targeting inflation protection through fixed income strategies, the American Funds Inflation Linked Bond Fund 529-F-3 plays a key role for investors seeking to preserve capital in real terms, especially within educational savings frameworks.
Performance
FLIBX had a total return of 4.01% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 0.85%.
Equivalent Funds
These are funds that follow the same index from the other major fund companies.
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 2025 | $0.3447 | Dec 18, 2025 |
| Dec 18, 2024 | $0.208 | Dec 19, 2024 |
| Dec 18, 2023 | $0.1101 | Dec 19, 2023 |
| Dec 19, 2022 | $0.596 | Dec 20, 2022 |
| Dec 20, 2021 | $0.3857 | Dec 21, 2021 |
| Dec 21, 2020 | $0.4412 | Dec 22, 2020 |