The Hartford Dividend and Growth Fund Class C (HDGCX)
| Fund Assets | 18.29B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.73% |
| Min. Investment | $2,000 |
| Turnover | 28.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 4.08 |
| Dividend Yield | 11.91% |
| Dividend Growth | 23.04% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 27, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 34.23 |
| YTD Return | 5.82% |
| 1-Year Return | 19.97% |
| 5-Year Return | 55.45% |
| 52-Week Low | 30.81 |
| 52-Week High | 36.50 |
| Beta (5Y) | n/a |
| Holdings | 74 |
| Inception Date | Aug 1, 1998 |
About HDGCX
The Hartford Dividend and Growth Fund Class C is a large value mutual fund focused on delivering a high level of current income while seeking long-term capital appreciation. Managed with a foundational approach, the fund primarily invests in dividend-paying equity securities of undervalued companies with strong cash flows and profitability potential. At least 80% of its assets are allocated to equities with above-average dividend yields, and up to 20% may be invested in foreign issuers. The portfolio typically comprises established leaders in sectors such as technology, financial services, healthcare, and consumer defensive, with notable holdings including Microsoft, Alphabet, JPMorgan Chase, and UnitedHealth Group. The fund employs capital-cycle analysis to determine optimal entry and exit points. It is sub-advised by Wellington Management, renowned for its collaborative and research-driven process. The fund’s strategy aims to balance income generation with capital growth, making it a staple consideration for those seeking exposure to income-oriented U.S. large-cap equities within a diversified investment portfolio.
Performance
HDGCX had a total return of 19.97% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 7.67%.
Top 10 Holdings
27.38% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Alphabet Inc. | GOOGL | 4.77% |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. | CSCO | 2.98% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 2.95% |
| Philip Morris International Inc. | PM | 2.82% |
| Amazon.com, Inc. | AMZN | 2.67% |
| Merck & Co., Inc. | MRK | 2.50% |
| Bank of America Corporation | BAC | 2.43% |
| NXP Semiconductors N.V. | NXPI | 2.15% |
| The Williams Companies, Inc. | WMB | 2.08% |
| Intercontinental Exchange, Inc. | ICE | 2.05% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 2026 | $0.02704 | Mar 30, 2026 |
| Dec 29, 2025 | $0.06302 | Dec 30, 2025 |
| Dec 11, 2025 | $3.92831 | Dec 12, 2025 |
| Sep 26, 2025 | $0.01767 | Sep 29, 2025 |
| Jun 26, 2025 | $0.04042 | Jun 27, 2025 |
| Mar 27, 2025 | $0.04847 | Mar 28, 2025 |