Gabelli Utilities Fund Class Institutional (GAUIX)
| Fund Assets | 1.55B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.18% |
| Min. Investment | $500,000 |
| Turnover | 1.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.07 |
| Dividend Yield | 18.71% |
| Dividend Growth | 17.87% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 26, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 5.70 |
| YTD Return | 7.83% |
| 1-Year Return | 12.73% |
| 5-Year Return | 36.80% |
| 52-Week Low | 5.37 |
| 52-Week High | 6.40 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 215 |
| Inception Date | Jan 11, 2008 |
About GAUIX
The Gabelli Utilities Fund is a mutual fund focused on providing investors with a high level of total return, achieved through a blend of capital appreciation and current income. Its primary investment strategy targets equity securities of small- and mid-capitalization utility companies, with a mandate to invest at least 80% of assets in firms involved in the generation or distribution of electricity, gas, and water, as well as infrastructure and communications services. The fund emphasizes companies with strong dividend histories and sound financial structures, aiming for reliable income and long-term growth potential. Notably, it can allocate up to 40% of total assets to international issuers, enhancing diversification across global utility sectors. Managed by a seasoned team led by Mario Gabelli, the fund is recognized for its quality-focused approach and its adaptability to trends such as rising energy demand driven by technological and digital transformation. With a substantial portfolio of over 200 holdings and monthly dividend distributions, the Gabelli Utilities Fund plays a significant role in income-oriented and defensive investment strategies within the utilities sector.
Performance
GAUIX had a total return of 12.73% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 6.40%.
Top 10 Holdings
40.10% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| NextEra Energy, Inc. | NEE | 7.57% |
| National Fuel Gas Company | NFG | 7.55% |
| American Electric Power Company, Inc. | AEP | 3.87% |
| Evergy, Inc. | EVRG | 3.69% |
| WEC Energy Group, Inc. | WEC | 3.36% |
| Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. | SWX | 3.16% |
| ONEOK, Inc. | OKE | 3.00% |
| Ameren Corporation | AEE | 2.96% |
| Eversource Energy | ES | 2.55% |
| The AES Corporation | AES | 2.39% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2025 | $0.080 | Jun 26, 2025 |
| May 28, 2025 | $0.070 | May 28, 2025 |
| Apr 28, 2025 | $0.070 | Apr 28, 2025 |
| Mar 27, 2025 | $0.080 | Mar 27, 2025 |
| Feb 26, 2025 | $0.070 | Feb 26, 2025 |
| Jan 29, 2025 | $0.070 | Jan 29, 2025 |