John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund Class R2 (JGSRX)
| Fund Assets | 1.44B |
| Expense Ratio | 1.24% |
| Min. Investment | $0.00 |
| Turnover | 24.00% |
| Dividend (ttm) | 1.65 |
| Dividend Yield | 11.11% |
| Dividend Growth | 90.29% |
| Payout Frequency | Quarterly |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jun 23, 2026 |
| Previous Close | 14.74 |
| YTD Return | 19.76% |
| 1-Year Return | 29.21% |
| 5-Year Return | 84.13% |
| 52-Week Low | 12.47 |
| 52-Week High | 14.89 |
| Beta (5Y) | 0.88 |
| Holdings | 110 |
| Inception Date | Mar 1, 2012 |
About JGSRX
John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund Class R2 is a mutual fund focused on generating a high level of income alongside some capital appreciation. Its primary function is to invest in a globally diversified portfolio of equity securities known for consistent shareholder returns, such as dividends, share buybacks, and debt reduction. The fund targets companies with strong free cash flow and proven management teams, emphasizing firms that use cash flows to enhance shareholder value. It is categorized by Morningstar as a global large-stock value portfolio, typically investing in large-cap stocks across developed and emerging markets, balancing U.S. and international exposure. The fund employs robust risk controls to limit individual holding sizes and diversify income sources, aiming to lower overall portfolio volatility. Its benchmark is the MSCI World Index, and it often appeals to investors seeking global dividend income and risk-adjusted returns through a portfolio with both income and growth potential. Major sector exposures include technology, healthcare, and consumer staples, with top holdings featuring leading multinationals recognized for their dividend reliability and shareholder-friendly policies.
Performance
JGSRX had a total return of 29.21% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.95%.
Top 10 Holdings
21.41% of assets| Name | Symbol | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Dell Technologies Inc. | DELL | 3.04% |
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company | HPE | 2.59% |
| Broadcom Inc. | AVGO | 2.47% |
| Cisco Systems, Inc. | CSCO | 2.45% |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited | TSM | 2.15% |
| Microsoft Corporation | MSFT | 1.89% |
| Texas Instruments Incorporated | TXN | 1.78% |
| Analog Devices, Inc. | ADI | 1.78% |
| AXA SA | CS | 1.65% |
| International Business Machines Corporation | IBM | 1.60% |
Dividend History
| Ex-Dividend | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2026 | $0.13917 | Jun 24, 2026 |
| Mar 24, 2026 | $0.04383 | Mar 25, 2026 |
| Dec 19, 2025 | $1.40734 | Dec 22, 2025 |
| Sep 23, 2025 | $0.05896 | Sep 24, 2025 |
| Jun 23, 2025 | $0.10821 | Jun 24, 2025 |
| Mar 24, 2025 | $0.03339 | Mar 25, 2025 |