American Funds Global Balanced Fund Class C (GBLCX)
| Fund Assets | 32.36B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.55% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 50.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 2.24 |
| Dividend Yield | 5.61% |
| Dividend Growth | 25.09% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 20, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 39.99 |
| YTD Return | 0.36% |
| 1-Year Return | 14.87% |
| 5-Year Return | 26.39% |
| 52-Week Low | 34.76 |
| 52-Week High | 42.24 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 947 |
| Inception Date | Feb 1, 2011 |
About GBLCX
American Funds Global Balanced Fund Class C is a globally diversified mutual fund designed to achieve a balanced mix of long-term capital growth, conservation of principal, and current income. The fund invests between 45% and 75% of its assets in equities, emphasizing well-established companies across both U.S. and international markets, while maintaining at least 25% exposure to bonds and other debt securities. Its portfolio spans a broad range of sectors, including information technology, health care, financials, and industrials, complemented by allocations to U.S. Treasuries and sovereign bonds to manage risk and generate income. With over 400 individual holdings, the fund aims to minimize volatility and provide a complete global allocation solution for investors seeking diversified growth and income opportunities. Managed by Capital Research and Management Company, the fund reflects a balanced strategy designed for stability and global reach within the allocation fund category.
Performance
GBLCX had a total return of 14.87% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 5.51%.
Top 10 Holdings
24.52% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Group Central Cash Fund | n/a | 6.61% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 2.65% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 2.34% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited | 2330 | 2.32% |
| NVIDIA Corporation | NVDA | 2.27% |
| RTX Corporation | RTX | 1.88% |
| Canadian Natural Resources Limited | CNQ | 1.85% |
| Eli Lilly and Company | LLY | 1.78% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 1.45% |
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 1.36% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 20, 2026 | $0.1018 | Mar 23, 2026 |
| Dec 19, 2025 | $1.7953 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Sep 22, 2025 | $0.1196 | Sep 23, 2025 |
| Jun 20, 2025 | $0.227 | Jun 23, 2025 |
| Mar 21, 2025 | $0.1075 | Mar 24, 2025 |
| Dec 20, 2024 | $1.4229 | Dec 23, 2024 |