Gabelli Utilities Fund Class Institutional (GAUIX)
| Fund Assets | 1.70B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.18% |
| Min. Investment | $500,000 |
| Turnover | 1.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.90 |
| Dividend Yield | 14.55% |
| Dividend Growth | -16.38% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 28, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 6.06 |
| YTD Return | 11.11% |
| 1-Year Return | 25.35% |
| 5-Year Return | 49.28% |
| 52-Week Low | 4.72 |
| 52-Week High | 6.17 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 225 |
| 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 25.35% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 22.67%.
Top 10 Holdings
39.10% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| National Fuel Gas Company | NFG | 8.05% |
| NextEra Energy, Inc. | NEE | 7.34% |
| Evergy, Inc. | EVRG | 3.70% |
| American Electric Power Company, Inc. | AEP | 3.66% |
| WEC Energy Group, Inc. | WEC | 3.24% |
| Southwest Gas Holdings, Inc. | SWX | 3.06% |
| Ameren Corporation | AEE | 2.84% |
| Eversource Energy | ES | 2.66% |
| The AES Corporation | AES | 2.37% |
| The Southern Company | SO | 2.19% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 28, 2026 | $0.070 | Jan 28, 2026 |
| Dec 29, 2025 | $0.098 | Dec 29, 2025 |
| Nov 25, 2025 | $0.070 | Nov 25, 2025 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | $0.070 | Oct 29, 2025 |
| Sep 26, 2025 | $0.080 | Sep 26, 2025 |
| Aug 27, 2025 | $0.070 | Aug 27, 2025 |