About GAIEX
American Funds Growth and Income Portfolio Class F-2 is a mutual fund designed to achieve both long-term capital growth and current income. The fund accomplishes its objective by investing primarily in a diversified mix of other American Funds, with portfolio allocations spanning growth, growth-and-income, equity-income, and balanced categories. This approach provides exposure predominantly to large-cap equities, including dividend-paying stocks, while also allowing for investment in fixed income securities for additional diversification. Notably, the fund's structure enables it to deliver a blend of capital appreciation and regular income, paying dividends quarterly and distributing capital gains annually. Management periodically adjusts the asset mix to reflect evolving market conditions, maintaining the fund's alignment with its dual mandates. With over $20 billion in assets, a moderate expense ratio, and a long-term track record since its 2012 inception, the fund plays a significant role for investors seeking a balanced strategy that combines the potential for stock market growth with the stability of income-oriented investments. Its multi-fund framework provides both U.S. and international exposure, making it a notable option within the moderately aggressive allocation segment of the market.
Fund Family Capital Group
Category Allocation--70% to 85% Equity
Performance Rating High
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol GAIEX
Share Class Class F-2
Index S&P 500 TR
GAIEX had a total return of 15.65% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's
inception, the average annual return has been 10.84%.
