JHancock Global Shareholder Yield R2 (JGSRX)

Fund Assets	1.33B
Expense Ratio	1.228%
Min. Investment	$0.00
Turnover	24.00%
Dividend (ttm)	0.33
Dividend Yield	2.26%
Dividend Growth	18.99%
Payout Frequency	Quarterly
Ex-Dividend Date	Sep 23, 2026

Previous Close	14.73
YTD Return	17.47%
1-Year Return	22.04%
5-Year Return	83.71%
52-Week Low	12.47
52-Week High	15.17
Beta (5Y)	0.88
Holdings	113
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.

• 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 22.04% in the past year, including dividends. Since the fund's inception, the average annual return has been 8.67%.

Other Share Classes

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

Symbol	Share Class	Expense Ratio
JGRSX	Class R6	0.74%
JGYIX	Class I	0.84%
JGYAX	Class A	1.09%
JGYCX	Class C	1.84%

Top 10 Holdings

19.87% of assets

Name	Symbol	Weight
Microsoft Corporation	MSFT	2.40%
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company	HPE	2.28%
Cisco Systems, Inc.	CSCO	2.28%
Dell Technologies Inc.	DELL	2.19%
Broadcom Inc.	AVGO	2.01%
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited	TSM	1.92%
AXA SA	CS	1.79%
Analog Devices, Inc.	ADI	1.71%
CVS Health Corporation	CVS	1.69%
Texas Instruments Incorporated	TXN	1.60%

Dividend History

Ex-Dividend	Amount	Pay Date
Sep 23, 2026	$0.06637	Sep 24, 2026
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

Data Sources: Tiingo, Twelve Data, and more

Historical data is provided by Tiingo. Delayed stock pricing data is provided by Twelve Data. Several fund data points are also provided by Finnhub.

Last checked:

Oct 16, 2026

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