American Funds U.S. Government Securities Fund® Class F-2 (GVTFX)
| Fund Assets | 24.27B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.36% |
| Min. Investment | $250 |
| Turnover | 50.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.51 |
| Dividend Yield | 4.33% |
| Dividend Growth | -2.80% |
| Payout Frequency | Monthly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 30, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 11.76 |
| YTD Return | -1.06% |
| 1-Year Return | 2.73% |
| 5-Year Return | -2.35% |
| 52-Week Low | 11.69 |
| 52-Week High | 12.25 |
| Beta (5Y) | -0.09 |
| Holdings | 1353 |
| 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 2.73% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 2.08%.
Top 10 Holdings
27.14% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Group Central Cash Fund | n/a | 8.03% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.25% | T.4.25 02.15.28 | 2.50% |
| United States Treasury Notes 4.375% | T.4.375 07.31.26 | 2.45% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 6% | FNCL.6 8.11 | 2.20% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 4.625% | T.4.625 11.15.55 | 2.09% |
| United States Treasury Bonds 4.75% | T.4.75 02.15.56 | 2.06% |
| United States Treasury Bills 0% | B.0 07.28.26 | 2.05% |
| Federal National Mortgage Association 6.5% | FNCL.6.5 7.11 | 2.03% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.5% | T.3.5 10.31.27 | 2.00% |
| United States Treasury Notes 3.75% | T.3.75 06.30.27 | 1.72% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 | $0.04326 | Jul 1, 2026 |
| May 29, 2026 | $0.04593 | Jun 1, 2026 |
| Apr 30, 2026 | $0.04298 | May 1, 2026 |
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.04357 | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.03955 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| Jan 30, 2026 | $0.03871 | Feb 2, 2026 |