Hartford Checks and Balances Fund Class A (HCKAX)
| Fund Assets | 1.39B |
| Expense Ratio | 0.92% |
| Min. Investment | $2,000 |
| Turnover | 7.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 0.77 |
| Dividend Yield | 6.94% |
| Dividend Growth | 72.93% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Dec 30, 2025 |
| Previous Close | 10.48 |
| YTD Return | -4.28% |
| 1-Year Return | 4.12% |
| 5-Year Return | 26.94% |
| 52-Week Low | 9.07 |
| 52-Week High | 11.17 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 4 |
| Inception Date | May 31, 2007 |
About HCKAX
Hartford Checks and Balances Fund Class A is a multi-asset mutual fund classified within the moderate allocation category. Its primary objective is to achieve long-term capital appreciation and income by investing in a mix of underlying Hartford funds. The portfolio typically combines an opportunistic, stock-picking fund; a dividend-focused equity fund; and a relatively conservative bond fund, resulting in diversified exposure across equities and fixed income instruments. The fund generally maintains 50% to 70% allocation to equities, aiming for a balanced risk profile suitable for investors seeking both growth and income potential while moderating volatility. Notably, at least 75% of its assets are invested in U.S. securities. The fund's strategy leverages the expertise and resources of Hartford Funds Management Company, and its holdings are concentrated in three main underlying funds, reflecting a high level of asset allocation discipline. With a track record dating back to 2007 and total assets around 1.4 billion USD, the fund plays a role as a core holding for individuals pursuing efficient diversification between stocks and bonds with periodic income distributions.
Performance
HCKAX had a total return of 4.12% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 12.80%.
Top Holdings
| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| The Hartford Capital Appreciation Fund Class F | HCAFX | 33.22% |
| The Hartford Dividend and Growth Fund Class F | HDGFX | 33.21% |
| Hartford Total Return Bond ETF | HTRB | 33.14% |
| Usd | n/a | 0.43% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 30, 2025 | $0.09296 | Dec 31, 2025 |
| Dec 17, 2025 | $0.55558 | Dec 18, 2025 |
| Sep 29, 2025 | $0.04098 | Sep 30, 2025 |
| Jun 27, 2025 | $0.04095 | Jun 30, 2025 |
| Mar 28, 2025 | $0.04103 | Mar 31, 2025 |
| Dec 30, 2024 | $0.19342 | Dec 31, 2024 |