John Hancock Global Shareholder Yield Fund (JGSRX)

NASDAQ · Mutual Fund · Delayed Price · Currency is USD
14.61
-0.03 (-0.20%)
At close: Jul 8, 2026
Fund Assets1.44B
Expense Ratio1.24%
Min. Investment$0.00
Turnover24.00%
Dividend (ttm)1.65
Dividend Yield11.29%
Dividend Growth90.29%
Payout FrequencyQuarterly
Ex-Dividend DateJun 23, 2026
Previous Close14.64
YTD Return18.07%
1-Year Return26.50%
5-Year Return82.57%
52-Week Low12.47
52-Week High14.83
Beta (5Y)0.88
Holdings112
Inception DateMar 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.

Fund Family John Hancock
Category World Large-Stock Value
Performance Rating Above Average
Risk Rating Below Average
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol JGSRX
Share Class Class R2
Index MSCI World TR USD

Performance

JGSRX had a total return of 26.50% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.88%.

Other Share Classes

These are alternative share classes of the same fund, from the same provider.

SymbolShare ClassExpense Ratio
JGRSXClass R60.74%
JGYIXClass I0.84%
JGYAXClass A1.09%
JGYCXClass C1.84%

Top 10 Holdings

19.48% of assets
NameSymbolWeight
Broadcom Inc.AVGO2.39%
Dell Technologies Inc.DELL2.38%
Cisco Systems, Inc.CSCO2.15%
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company LimitedTSM2.11%
Hewlett Packard Enterprise CompanyHPE1.95%
Analog Devices, Inc.ADI1.79%
TotalEnergies SETTE1.71%
Texas Instruments IncorporatedTXN1.70%
AXA SACS1.68%
Microsoft CorporationMSFT1.63%
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Dividend History

Ex-DividendAmountPay Date
Jun 23, 2026$0.13917Jun 24, 2026
Mar 24, 2026$0.04383Mar 25, 2026
Dec 19, 2025$1.40734Dec 22, 2025
Sep 23, 2025$0.05896Sep 24, 2025
Jun 23, 2025$0.10821Jun 24, 2025
Mar 24, 2025$0.03339Mar 25, 2025
Full Dividend History