American Funds U.S. Government Securities Fund® Class F-2 (GVTFX)
| Fund Assets | 24.74B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.36% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 50.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.51 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.28% |
| Dividend Growth | -3.00% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 12.02 |
| YTD Return | -1.09% |
| 1-Year Return | 3.78% |
| 5-Year Return | 0.13% |
| 52-Week Low | 11.79 |
| 52-Week High | 12.25 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 1577 |
| Inception Date | Aug 7, 2008 |
About GVTFX
American Funds U.S. Government Securities Fund® Class F-2 is an open-end mutual fund specializing in government bond investments. The fund’s primary objective is to provide a high level of current income, aligned with prudent risk management and capital preservation. It achieves this by allocating at least 80% of its assets to securities that are either guaranteed or sponsored by the U.S. government, including U.S. Treasury notes and bonds, as well as agency mortgage-backed securities. The fund notably holds a high concentration in mortgage-backed obligations and U.S. Treasury instruments, reflecting a focus on credit quality and interest rate sensitivity. Serving the intermediate government bond category, it is structured to appeal to investors seeking exposure to U.S. government-backed securities and aiming for monthly income distributions. With a low minimum initial investment and a competitive expense ratio, the fund stands out for its disciplined approach to fixed-income investing and its significant presence in the market, managing assets exceeding $23 billion. Regular monthly dividends and a commitment to high-quality holdings underline its significant role in the fixed-income segment.
Performance
GVTFX had a total return of 3.78% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.13%.
Top 10 Holdings
20.43% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Group Central Cash Fund | n/a | 3.56% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.25% | T.4.25 02.15.28 | 2.56% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.375% | T.4.375 07.31.26 | 2.49% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.5% | T.3.5 10.31.27 | 2.04% |
| United States Treasury Notes 1.681% | TII.1.625 10.15.29 | 1.93% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.875% | T.3.875 12.31.27 | 1.79% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.75% | T.3.75 06.30.27 | 1.75% |
| United States Treasury Bills 0% | B.0 03.24.26 | 1.65% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 4.75% | T.4.75 08.15.55 | 1.41% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.375% | T.4.375 12.31.29 | 1.26% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.03955 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.03871 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.04384 | Jan 2, 2026 |
| Nov 28, 2025 | $0.04198 | Dec 1, 2025 |
| Oct 31, 2025 | $0.04351 | Nov 3, 2025 |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.04138 | Oct 1, 2025 |